Iceland Winter Knitting Tour
Seven days of wool, waterfalls, and winter wonder across South Iceland
The Iceland Winter Knitting Tour brings together hands-on textile workshops, UNESCO-listed landscapes, and the possibility of northern lights sightings in a single seven-day itinerary designed for curious travelers of all skill levels.
Led by Icelandic designer-knitter Ásdís, this tour blends the country's centuries-old tradition of handcrafted textiles with the raw beauty of its winter scenery. Participants visit working wool mills, plant-dyeing studios, and yarn festivals alongside geysers, black sand beaches, and geothermal lagoons.
The group stays at a remote countryside hotel with mountain views, outdoor jacuzzis, and sauna facilities — an ideal base for late-night aurora watching and evening knitting sessions. Reykjavík bookends the trip, offering time in designer boutiques and a farewell dinner to close the journey.
Daily workshops cover Icelandic LOPI wool, traditional Lopapeysa sweater patterns, and authentic knitting techniques. Whether participants are picking up needles for the first time or refining established skills, each session is paced to encourage creative confidence in a relaxed social setting.
Tour Highlights
Daily knitting workshops with Icelandic textile artist Ásdís covering LOPI wool and Lopapeysa patterns.
Visit to Hespa's plant-dyeing workshop and Uppspuni wool fiber mill, two cornerstones of Iceland's artisan textile scene.
South Coast exploration featuring Skógafoss waterfall area, glacial cliffs, and dramatic black sand beaches.
Northern lights viewing opportunities from the hotel's outdoor jacuzzi and open grounds on clear winter nights.
Guided visit to Iceland's largest folk museum collection at Skógar for a grounding in local heritage and history.
Afternoon soak at the Secret Lagoon, Iceland's oldest geothermal pool, set within a natural landscape.
Attendance at the annual Garnival yarn festival and a browse of Reykjavík's local designer studios and shops.
Itinerary Overview
Arrive at Keflavík International Airport and transfer to Hotel Marina in downtown Reykjavík. After settling in, meet guide Ásdís for an introduction to Icelandic knitting culture and a visit to the Handknitting Association, followed by a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Start the day at the annual Garnival yarn festival before driving south toward the remote Land Hotel. En route, stop at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and begin the first guided knitting workshop upon arrival at the hotel.
Follow the Woollen Circle, a themed travel route through southern Iceland dedicated to traditional wool crafts. Visit Hespa's plant-dyeing studio and Uppspuni wool fiber mill before returning to the hotel for an evening workshop with Ásdís.
Travel along Iceland's south coast, taking in waterfalls, glaciers, sea cliffs, and black sand beaches. Visit the Skógar Folk Museum to explore Icelandic history through its extensive collection, then return to the hotel for a free evening with optional northern lights viewing.
Morning visit to the Þingborg Wool Centre co-op, followed by the Strokkur geyser and Gullfoss waterfall on the Golden Circle route. Enjoy lunch at Friðheimar tomato farm before an afternoon at the Secret Lagoon geothermal pool, then return to Reykjavík for a free evening.
Attend the final knitting workshop with Ásdís in the morning, then spend the afternoon exploring Reykjavík's independent designer shops and studios. The tour closes with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
What Is Included
Included
- Six nights of accommodation
- Welcome dinner on Day 1
- Farewell dinner on Day 6
- Daily breakfast from Day 2 onward
- Lunch on Days 5 and 6
- All guided knitting workshops with Ásdís
- Entrance to Garnival yarn festival
- Visits to Hespa dye studio and Uppspuni mill
- Skógar Folk Museum entry
- Secret Lagoon admission
- Ground transportation throughout the tour
Not Included
- International flights
- Airport transfer on arrival day (FlyBus at own cost)
- Travel insurance
- Personal yarn and knitting supplies beyond workshop materials
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Gratuities
- Optional activities and personal purchases
Important Information
Reserve Your Place on This Tour
Spaces on this small-group tour are limited. Secure your spot now to join Ásdís and a group of like-minded travelers for seven days of craft, culture, and Icelandic winter scenery.
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