Iceland Luxury Self Drive Adventure

Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik

Experience Reykjavik at your own pace with a day at leisure to enjoy the numerous shops, handcraft boutiques, galleries, cafés, and the general street life.

Go shopping in Reykjavik’s flea market or Kolaportið. Reykjavik’s primary shopping district centres on its main artery, Laugavegur, in the downtown area, as well as the popular 66°North and Cintamani flagship stores and the Blue Lagoon shop. Additionally, Skólavördustígur has been transforming into one of the most chic shopping streets.

Day 2: The South Coast to Vik (B)

After breakfast, depart on your first adventure.

The journey begins by driving through the western part of the South Coast, visiting some of the most cherished and famous pearls Iceland has to offer. Powerful waterfalls, the thundering ocean, and the charming countryside are the main attractions of this day.

The highlights will include the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss, Reynisfjara Black Beach, lunch at a local restaurant, with optional activities including snowmobiles, ATVs, buggies, ice caving, glacier walking, zip lining & LAVA Centre.

Day 3: The South East and Vatnajökull

Today your journey will take you through the south eastern part of Iceland, passing through mysterious black sands and visiting glorious glaciers. Highlights include Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon & The Diamond Beach, Skaftafell National Park, Vatnajökull Glacier and the optional but recommended Zodiac tour on Jökulsárlón, which covers large areas of the lagoon, allowing you to get closer to the icebergs.

Day 4: The East Fjords (B)

Today you will take a trip through a less traveled, but no less spectacular area of Iceland, the East Fjords. It is home to towering mountains, a gorgeous coastline and quaint little fishing villages. The charm of the East Fjords is a mixture of dramatic landscapes and traditional Icelandic culture. A perfect, yet exciting slow travel destination.

Day 5: The North East and Jökulsárgljúfur

This day will take you through the north east of Iceland with the dramatic landscapes found in Jökulsárgljúfur canyon. You’ll  see a landscape carved out by the influence of volcanoes & massive glacial floods over thousands of years that truly feels like being in a different world.

Highlights include Jökulsárgljúfur glacial canyon, Dettifoss massive waterfall, Hljóðaklettar rock formations, Ásbyrgi canyon & Húsavík town.

Additionally, discover the magnificent nature of Skjalfandi Bay observing whales, dolphins and sea birds in their natural habitat.

Day 6: Myvatn & Akureyri (B)

Mývatn will be the main focus of this day with its diverse, volcanically influenced and mysterious landscapes. The area around Lake Mývatn is relatively small but contains several beautiful sights and natural wonders. In the afternoon, the trip will take us to Eyjafjörður fjord, the largest population area of the north which is home to several towns including Akureyri, the capital of the north.

There will also be an opportunity to bathe in Mývatn natural baths.

Day 7: The North West (B)

This day will cover the North West part of Iceland, driving through the coastline and the beautiful farmland. The north west is full of history and almost behind every curve of the road there is a story about a historical figure or an event that happened here.

Highlights include Tröllaskagi peninsula, Siglufjörður town, Kolugljúfur, Skagafjörður & lunch at a local restaurant, with optional activities including river rafting, horse riding, The Herring Era Museum & Glaumbær Turf House.

Day 8: West Iceland

The west will be the area of the day with its beautiful farmland, majestic waterfalls and deep fjords. Most attractions of the west are located around the two large fjords of the west, Borgarfjörður and Hvalfjörður which lie next to each other. In a relatively small area, travellers can experience an incredibly diverse natural landscape as well as a multitude of different, exciting activities.

You will also have the opportunity to explore Iceland’s second largest glacier from the inside.

Day 9: The Golden Circle

The Golden Circle is arguably the most travelled tourist trail in Iceland. It is home to some incredible natural attractions and a plethora of activities within a short distance from Reykjavík city. Within a span of a few hours, visitors can be standing on a glacier, taking in the wonder of a massive waterfall and soaking in a geothermal spa.

Day 10: The Reykjanes Peninsula

The Reykjanes Peninsula is a volcanic wonderland and is sometimes named `The Ring of Fire` because of it. In fact, Iceland`s most recent volcanic eruption at Geldingadalur is situated in this area. It is a barren landscape where with lava fields as far as the eye can see, jagged coastlines and is littered with craters and cracks in the earth.