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Iceland: A Northern Lights & Ring Road Tour
October 1-9, 2026
Virtual Information Session:
Wednesday, February 18th from 7-8:30 pm
This rave-reviewed adventure takes place in October for the best chance of seeing Northern Lights and covers a full circuit of the Icelandic Ring Road.
Tour highlights include:
Aurora Borealis Northern Lights
Gleaming volcanic crater lakes
Jaw-dropping waterfalls
Majestic glaciers
Knowledgeable local guide
Personalized care and attention from a Samantha Trips tour manager
Traditional Icelandic delicacies
Pre-classes on Iceland culture and history
Fellow community members
And much much more!
Spirit of Sicily: Sea, Soul & Sand
Late October 2026
Virtual Information Session:
Tuesday, February 10th from 7-8:30 pm
Join Samantha for a trip to Sicily in the second half of October 2026 and include an optional extension to the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii. *Exact dates for the tour will be published at the end of the month.
Highlights of the tour include:
Historic hilltop towns and ancient ruins
Stunning coastal boat tour
Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano
Legendary Valley of the Temples & Greek theaters
Museums, cathedrals, archaeological sites, & more
Unforgettable natural landscapes
Bold-flavored traditional Sicilian cooking class
Mouthwatering wine and olive oil tastings
Vibrant local markets and artisan workshops
Charming seaside towns and villages
Fantastic local guides
Personalized care and attention from Samantha
Included daily breakfasts & several cultural experience group meals
Pre-trip classes on Sicilian history and culture
And much, much more!
Iceland 2.0: Pufflings & the Western Reaches
August 25-September 4, 2026
Still enrolling with 7 spots left!
This new Icelandic adventure explores the wild, less-traveled beauty of Western Iceland, from the gorgeous Snaefellsnes Peninsula to the uninhabited Icelandic Highlands and volcanic, puffin-filled Westman Islands. Featuring the same popular guide as Samantha Trips’ ever-popular Ring Road tour but all new activities and sights, travelers will get up close and personal with pufflings (baby puffins!), enjoy personal experiences with Icelandic farmers, fishermen, and craftspeople, experience dramatic coastlines by land and by sea, and walk, hike, and ride through unforgettable landscapes.
Tour highlights include:
Dramatic landscapes & formations in Snaefellsnes National Park
Baby puffin & seabird cruise on the Westman Islands
Easy hiking options in UNESCO biosphere reservations
Full day visit to the uninhabited, stunning Icelandic Highlands
Personal experiences with Icelandic horse farmers, sheep farmers, & craftspeople
Relaxing natural hot spring visits with striking views
Visit to an innovative Icelandic greenhouse
Expert storytelling from Samantha Trips’ most beloved guide Eyja
Relaxed-paced itinerary
Traditional and delectable Icelandic cuisine experiences
Free exploration time in Reykjavik with opportunity to extend your tour
Award-winning museums
Personalized care and attention from Samantha
And much, much more!
Any questions? Reach out to organizer Samantha Mandel at (617) 564-1003 or samantha@samanthatrips.com.
About organizer Samantha Mandel: Samantha is an experienced tour leader based in our area who has planned and guided local groups abroad to destinations on almost every continent. She has a dedicated local fan base due to her meticulous trip planning, knowledgeable guiding, and boundless enthusiasm! She is the founder and owner of Samantha Trips, a boutique tour operator that focuses on bringing community members together through educational travel and giving each traveler a tailored experience. Samantha speaks 5 languages and can’t wait to share her enthusiasm for adventuring with you.