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10 day Self-drive tour | Around Iceland

10 days
Start and end in Keflavik
4.7
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Keflavik to Hveragerdi

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the Reykjanes Peninsula geological features
    • Visit Gunnuhver area with colorful mud pools and steam vents
    • Relax in the Blue Lagoon
    Landmarks
    Keflavik International Airport
    Reykjanes Peninsula
    Gunnuhver
    Blue Lagoon
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  2. Day 2

    Golden Circle to Borgarfjordur

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Gullfoss waterfall
    • Explore Geysir geothermal field and Strokkur geyser
    • Visit Thingvellir National Park with walking and hiking trails
    • Take the scenic Kaldidalur highland wilderness track alongside Langjokull glacier (4WD vehicles category 5.0 or higher, available 20.6-15.9.2024, generally mid-June to mid-September)
    Landmarks
    Gullfoss
    Geysir
    Strokkur
    Thingvellir National Park
    Hvalfjordur
    Langjokull
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  3. Day 3

    Borgarfjordur to Northwest Iceland

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls
    • View Deildartunguhver hot springs
    • Relax at Krauma Natural Geothermal Spa
    • Explore multi-colored Vidgelmir cave
    • Guided trip up Langjokull glacier to 'Into the Glacier' ice cave
    • Visit Snorri Sturluson's home at Reykholt
    • Visit Glaumbaer (Skagafjordur Heritage Museum) turf manor farm and timber houses
    Landmarks
    Hraunfossar
    Barnafoss
    Deildartunguhver
    Krauma Natural Geothermal Spa
    Vidgelmir
    Langjokull
    Reykholt
    Glaumbaer
    Skagafjordur
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  4. Day 4

    Skagafjordur to Lake Myvatn

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Listagil art canyon galleries and cafes
    • Visit Akureyri Art Museum
    • Visit Nonnahus childhood home
    • Explore botanical garden
    • Relax at Skogabod geothermal baths
    • View Godafoss waterfall
    Landmarks
    Akureyri
    Listagil
    Akureyri Art Museum
    Nonnahus
    Akureyri Botanical Garden
    Skogabod
    Godafoss
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  5. Day 5

    Lake Myvatn

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll footpaths at Dimmuborgir lava formations
    • Visit Krafla volcano and geothermal area
    • Explore Namaskard pass
    • View Skutustadir pseudo craters
    • Birdwatching (May-June best, also spring-fall)
    • Relax in Myvatn Nature Baths
    Landmarks
    Myvatn Nature Reserve
    Dimmuborgir
    Krafla
    Namaskard
    Skutustadir
    Myvatn Nature Baths
  6. Day 6

    Lake Myvatn to Eastfjords

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Whale watching boat tour (available March-November)
    • Visit Whale Museum
    • Geothermal sea bathing at GeoSea Natural Baths
    • Explore Asbyrgi canyon
    • Visit Dettifoss waterfall
    Landmarks
    Husavik
    Whale Museum
    GeoSea Natural Baths
    Tjornes Peninsula
    Vatnajokull National Park
    Asbyrgi
    Dettifoss
    Egilsstadir
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  7. Day 7

    Eastfjords to Hofn

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Swim in Vok geothermal baths with floating pools
    • Visit Hallormsstadur woodland
    • Visit Wilderness Center with interactive exhibits and farmhouse cafe
    • Try local langoustines at a restaurant in Hofn
    Landmarks
    Vok Baths
    Hallormsstadur
    Wilderness Center
    Eastfjords
    Vatnajokull
    Hofn
  8. Day 8

    Hofn to Kirkjubaejarklaustur

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • View Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon and Diamond Beach
    • Boat tour in Jokulsarlon Lagoon
    • Zodiac boat tours on Fjallsarlon Lagoon
    • Hiking trails at Skaftafell
    • Visit Svartifoss (Black Waterfall)
    • Guided ice hike with glacier education
    Landmarks
    Vatnajokull
    Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon
    Diamond Beach
    Fjallsarlon Lagoon
    Skaftafell
    Svartifoss
    Kirkjubaejarklaustur
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  9. Day 9

    Kirkjubaejarklaustur to Reykjavik

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Katla Geopark landscape
    • View Eldhraun lava flow
    • Stop at Dyrholaey black sand beaches and cliffs
    • Birdwatching at Dyrholaey (puffins mid-May to early August)
    • Visit Skogafoss waterfall with stairs to top
    • Visit Seljalandafoss waterfall with trail behind it
    • View Eyjafjallajokull volcano
    • View Hekla volcano
    • Visit LAVA Centre in Hvolsvollur
    • Explore Reykjavik
    Landmarks
    Katla Geopark
    Eldhraun
    Dyrholaey
    Skogafoss
    Seljalandafoss
    Eyjafjallajokull
    Hekla
    LAVA Centre
    Reykjavik
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  10. Day 10

    Reykjavik to Keflavik

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Blue Lagoon if not visited on Day 1 (allow 2-2.5 hours extra)
    Landmarks
    Keflavik International Airport
    Blue Lagoon

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    Melisa

    Asked on March 12th, 2025

    Are there accommodations included in the tour package?

    Accommodation
    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      Accommodation details are provided along with the booking information, including hotels along the route.

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    Valentina

    Asked on November 17th, 2024

    Do we need to drive ourselves on this tour?

    Transport
    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour requires you to drive yourself. If you prefer not to drive, you might want to consider our guided options.

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    Kenneth

    Asked on November 3rd, 2024

    What do I need to know about travel insurance for the tour?

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    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      Travel insurance is recommended, but specific coverage details should be discussed at the time of booking.

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    Carolyn

    Asked on November 2nd, 2024

    What programs are available if we do not want to drive?

    Transport
    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      We offer various guided tours that do not require driving, known as escorted tours.

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    Cathy

    Asked on July 31st, 2024

    How can I find the price list for the tour?

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    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten July 2024

      The price list is available on our website in the Attachments section; please check there.

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    Lucas

    Asked on March 24th, 2024

    Where can I find more detailed information about the tour itinerary?

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    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      Detailed itineraries for our tours are typically published on our website for easy access.

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    Jerry

    Asked on February 11th, 2024

    Is there an age requirement for participants on the tour?

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    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten February 2024

      Age restrictions vary by tour; please check the specific tour details for more information.

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    Amanda

    Asked on February 7th, 2024

    What are the available booking slots for the summer tours?

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    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten February 2024

      All departures in June to August are currently available, so please check for your desired dates.

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    Fede

    Asked on December 16th, 2023

    Can I book the tour for specific dates?

    Price / Availability
    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten December 2023

      This tour will be offered for the entire summer, and we expect to have updated scheduling soon.

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    Maria

    Asked on October 23rd, 2023

    How long are the drive times between cities during the tour?

    Transport
    • Iceland TravelOperatorWritten October 2023

      We strive to minimize driving time to allow travelers enough time to explore the main sites.

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