Hello. I'm Othman, your local expert for Iceland
Hello. I'm Othman, your local expert for Iceland
With a background as an interpreter and a passion for languages and cultures, I’ve lived and worked on every continent before finding my way to Iceland, a land like no other. I spent my first years in the southeast region working as a guide, exploring the country deeply and uncovering its hidden gems. With over 10 years in the tourism industry, I have now developed a deep understanding of Iceland’s spirit. Today, I’m excited to help travelers create tailor-made trips that capture the true essence of Iceland.
Othman’s favourite trips
8 days / 2349 USD
8 days - Wild West Drive
Awaken the adventurous part of your soul and visit the remote Westfjords and parts of the Snaefellsnes peninsula that are yet to be discovered by most Iceland visitors. Here's where you'll have nature to yourself, from lava fields and craters to red sand beaches.
locations
8 days
8 days - Wild West Drive
7 days
7 days - The Classics of the South Coast and the Westman Islands
6 days
6 days - Classic highlights: the Golden Circle & South Coast
7 days
7 days - North Iceland and Snaefellsnes Fly&Drive
11 days
11 days - Iceland: The North and West combined
12 days
12 days - The extended Ring Road (with Snaefellsnes peninsula)
5 days
5 days - North Iceland Fly&Drive
7 days
7 days - The Westfjords Circle Fly&Drive
9 days
9 days - Express Ring Road classics
16 days
16 days - Total Immersion: Iceland in depth
11 days
11 days - The Icelandic Ring Road with Thorsmork
7 days
7 days - The Classics of the South Coast with Thorsmork
10 days
10 days - The North and the West Fly&Drive
Why travellers love Othman
Vanessa
25/11/2025“Othman is knowledgeable, helpful and patient. We havent finalised anything yet because i still have to confirm some details, but he has given me a very good proposal”
Kyle, US 
“Our family trip to Iceland was amazing. Rough Guides/the expert helped us plan everything from places to stay, things to do and where to go. They sent a detailed itinerary which kept everything organized and on track.”
Steve Howells
30/07/2024“I just finished a 7 night trip around the ring round in Iceland that was organized by Jenny. It was an amazing trip that exceeded my expectations. The car was excelled and the accommodations for the most part were lovely. A couple of things that should be looked at, one letting people know about national holidays in Iceland, one of the days on our trip was a national holiday and was tough to get groceries. Also, the maps weren’t always great but that’s understandable with google maps. The itineraries were packed with options which was nice. All in all a great trip”
Lorraine
28/10/2025“Yes, Othman was very knowledgeable, helpful and responsive to our initial planning. Our group has decided to postpone the trip by 16 months, so we did not proceed to finalizing the trip.”
David
05/09/2024“The easiest, quickest answer is that the trip was amazing. Summary: Seeing Iceland was a bucket list item that I feel fortunate to have checked off, and I consider the entire experience to have been life-affirming. My education and entire career have been in the geosciences, and for anyone interested in earth history and processes, Iceland is clearly an earth-lover's playground, where everything is a feast for the eyes, not just the "highlights" (the planned stops) but all along the drives from point to point. It is fascinating that Iceland's landmass is so young when it leaves the impression of being so ancient, so primal. Seeing Icelandic horses and sheep literally everywhere and viewing all the farms, many nestled below a waterfall, takes one back to simpler, serene times. The Icelandic people are so nice, and I am both amazed and thankful that everyone speaks fluent English. I quickly became acclimated to the colder temperatures and, in fact, found it invigorating. The early September weather was wonderful, with just moments here and there where the wind gusts were intense. I would go back to Iceland again and again if that were possible, but I do plan at least one more trip, so that my family can experience what I did.”
Who is your local expert?
Who is Your Iceland Travel Expert?
Think of your Iceland Travel Expert as a friend who actually lives and works in the country you want to explore.
They know the destination inside out – from seasonal weather patterns and lesser-known regions to the best local restaurants and boutique hotels. They’ll help you plan and book a trip that’s 100% tailored to your interests, with no cookie-cutter templates.
Our local experts work with handpicked accommodations, trusted drivers, and top-rated activity providers. So you get a smooth, authentic experience – while supporting local businesses along the way.
