Itinerary
- Day 1
Keflavik to Selfoss
You'll land at Keflavik and pick up your rental car, then drive through the volcanic landscape surrounding the airport. The raw terrain here sets the tone for what's ahead. From there, head to Selfoss for the evening where you'll settle in and get some rest before the real exploration starts.
- Day 2
Golden Circle & Waterfalls
Start at Thingvellir where you'll hike through the Allmanagja Gorge and see Öxarárfoss waterfall. Next, drive to Haukadalur Valley to watch Strokkur Geyser erupt, then continue to Gullfoss waterfall. Stop at Seljalandsfoss to walk behind the 60-meter cascade, and finish at Skógafoss where rainbows form in the mist.
Included Activities
- Visit Thingvellir
- Hike through Allmanagja Gorge
- View Öxarárfoss
- Visit Strokkur Geyser
- Visit Gullfoss waterfall
- Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- Visit Skógafoss waterfall
Optional Activities
- Walk behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall curtain
Landmarks Thingvellir Allmanagja Gorge Öxarárfoss Strokkur Geyser Gullfoss Seljalandsfoss Skógafoss 
- Day 3
South Coast Beaches & Waterfalls
Drive along Iceland's south coast to see black sand beaches at Reynisfjara with towering basalt columns. Later, explore Dyrhólaey peninsula where you might spot puffins. After that, hike to the Sólheimasandur plane wreck through the black stone landscape, which takes some time but it's worth the effort.
Included Activities
- Visit Reynisfjara Beach
- Visit Hálsanefshellir Cave
- Explore Dyrhólaey peninsula
- Hike to Sólheimasandur plane wreck
Optional Activities
- Puffin spotting at Dyrhólaey peninsula
Landmarks Reynisfjara Beach Hálsanefshellir Cave Dyrhólaey Sólheimasandur plane wreck - Day 4
Glaciers & Ice Lagoons
Hike in Skaftafell National Park to reach Svartifoss waterfall, which cascades over dark basalt columns. Then head to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon filled with icebergs and seals. By evening, you'll be at Diamond Beach where black sand meets glittering ice chunks, the perfect spot for photos.
Included Activities
- Hike in Skaftafell National Park
- Visit Svartifoss
- Visit Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- Visit Diamond Beach
Landmarks Skaftafell National Park Svartifoss Jökulsárlón Diamond Beach 
- Day 5
East Fjords & Stokksnes
Your morning starts with an optional visit to Vestrahorn mountain on the Stokksnes peninsula, which reflects in lagoon waters. Drive through the East Fjords along the ring road, passing mountain peaks and wild reindeer herds. End your day in the fishing village of Djúpivogur to relax and take in fresh sea air.
Included Activities
- Drive through East Fjords
- Visit Djúpivogur fishing village
Optional Activities
- Visit Vestrahorn on Stokksnes peninsula - entrance fee payable on site
Landmarks Vestrahorn Stokksnes Djúpivogur - Day 6
Diamond Circle & Akureyri
Start with Dettifoss, Europe's strongest waterfall where water drops over 100 meters. Experience the geothermal landscape at Námafjall with bubbling mud pots and steam vents. Visit Lake Mývatn and the Hrívafjall volcanic crater, then finish at Godafoss waterfall before heading to Akureyri.
Included Activities
- Visit Dettifoss
- Visit Námafjall geothermal area
- Visit Lake Mývatn
- Visit Hrívafjall volcanic crater
- Visit Godafoss waterfall
Landmarks Dettifoss Námafjall Krafla Lake Mývatn Hrívafjall Godafoss 
- Day 7
Akureyri & Whale Watching
Spend time exploring Akureyri's charming alleyways, cafés, and local shops. You can also drive along Eyjafjarður, Iceland's largest fjord, which stretches 60 km long and 24 km wide. Consider heading to Húsavík, a harbor town known for whale watching, to see whales and marine life from the water.
Included Activities
- Explore Akureyri
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Eyjafjarður fjord
- Whale watching tour in Húsavík - payable on site
Landmarks Akureyri Eyjafjarður Húsavík - Day 8
West Coast & Kolugljúfur Gorge
Drive to Iceland's west coast through the Öxnadalur valley with rugged mountains surrounding you. Pass through Skagafjörður, known for its horse breeding, where the landscape opens up into vast, solitary areas. End your day at Kolugljúfur gorge where waterfalls cascade down both sides of a river-cut canyon.
Included Activities
- Drive through Öxnadalur valley
- Drive through Skagafjörður
- Visit Kolugljúfur gorge
Landmarks Öxnadalur Skagafjörður Kolugljúfur - Day 9
Westfjords
Traverse the remote Westfjords, navigating between bays through dramatic landscapes. Deep fjords flanked by towering mountains come into view, with scattered settlements far apart. Drive through green valleys alongside the sea to reach Rauðasandur, a unique beach with red, gold, orange, yellow, and brown sands that shift with changing light.
Included Activities
- Drive through Westfjords
- Visit Rauðasandur beach
Landmarks Rauðasandur - Day 10
Westfjords Highlights
Visit the Látrabjarg cliffs, home to thousands of nesting puffins during summer months. Then check out Dynjandi, where multiple cascades plunge over 100 meters down a rock face in a staircase formation, surrounded by black lava and green moss covering everything.
Included Activities
- Visit Látrabjarg cliffs
- Visit Dynjandi waterfall
Optional Activities
- Puffin spotting at Látrabjarg
Landmarks Látrabjarg Dynjandi - Day 11
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Explore Snæfellsnes, often called 'Iceland in miniature' for its concentrated natural wonders. You'll see volcanic craters, steep cliffs, and black beaches on your way to Kirkjufell, the iconic 'Arrowhead Mountain' that appeared in Game of Thrones, with Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall nearby. Continue past Snæfellsjökull glacier to the charming town of Stykkisholmur.
Included Activities
- Visit Kirkjufell
- Visit Kirkjufellsfoss
- Visit Stykkisholmur
Landmarks Kirkjufell Kirkjufellsfoss Snæfellsjökull Stykkisholmur - Day 12
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Exploration
Return to Snæfellsnes in early morning light to explore more. Visit Ytri-Tunga beach to see seals, then view Bjarnarfoss waterfall cascading 80 meters into moss-covered lava fields. See the striking Búðakirkja black church standing alone, then explore Rauðfelsgja gorge and Djúpalónssandur beach with its shipwreck. Finish at Saxhöll Crater overlooking Snæfellsjökull glacier.
Included Activities
- Visit Ytri-Tunga beach
- Visit Bjarnarfoss waterfall
- Visit Búðakirkja
- Visit Rauðfeldsgja gorge
- Visit Djúpalónssandur beach
- Visit Saxhöll Crater
Optional Activities
- Seal spotting at Ytri-Tunga beach
Landmarks Ytri-Tunga Bjarnarfoss Búðakirkja Rauðfeldsgja Djúpalónssandur Saxhöll Crater - Day 13
Reykjavik
Drive toward Reykjavik while enjoying Iceland's untouched nature one more time. Visit the extinct volcano Grábrókin to see its crater rim and learn about ancient lava flows. Optionally detour to Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. Later, explore the capital starting with Hallgrímskirkja church for city views, the Harpa concert hall, and colorful street art. Consider visiting Perlan Museum for ice caves and aurora experiences.
Included Activities
- Visit Grábrók volcano
- Explore Reykjavik
- Visit Hallgrímskirkja
- Visit Harpa concert hall
- Explore harbor area
Optional Activities
- Visit Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls
- Visit Perlan Museum with ice cave and aurora show - payable locally
Landmarks Grábrók Hraunfossar Barnafoss Hallgrímskirkja Harpa Perlan Museum 
- Day 14
Reykjanes Peninsula & Geothermal Sites
Explore the geothermal landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula by walking wooden paths around the Krýsuvik volcanic system with steaming hot springs in multiple colors. Visit Fagradalsfjall volcano where recent lava flows have cooled but remain impressive. Experience intense heat at Gunnuhver, then cross the Brúin milli heimsálfa bridge between tectonic plates.
Included Activities
- Visit Krýsuvík hot springs
- Visit Fagradalsfjall volcano
- Visit Gunnuhver
- Cross Brúin milli heimsálfa bridge
Optional Activities
- Hike through dragon country lava fields
Landmarks Krýsuvík Fagradalsfjall Gunnuhver Brúin milli heimsálfa - Day 15
Departure
Reflect on your 15-day Icelandic adventure before heading to the airport. Return your rental car at Keflavik and depart on your scheduled flight, taking with you memories of geysers, waterfalls, glaciers, and Iceland's raw natural beauty.
