Itinerary
- Day 1
Reykjavík to South Coast
Your driver picks you up in Reykjavík and heads toward the Golden Circle, where you'll walk through Þingvellir National Park to see the dramatic rift valley between tectonic plates. At Strokkur geyser, you'll watch it shoot water into the air every 10-15 minutes, and then take in Gullfoss waterfall from multiple viewpoints. After grabbing lunch, the route continues south to Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, each offering different perspectives and photo opportunities. By late afternoon you'll reach Reynisfjara Beach with its black sand and basalt columns, then settle into your hotel on the South Coast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Þingvellir National Park and traverse the rift valley
- Watch Strokkur geyser erupt
- Visit Gullfoss waterfall
- Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- Visit Skógafoss waterfall
- Visit Reynisfjara Beach
Landmarks/POIs Þingvellir National Park Strokkur Geyser Gullfoss Waterfall Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Skógafoss Waterfall Reynisfjara Beach - Day 2
South Coast to Höfn Area
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll drive to Vik, a coastal village surrounded by dramatic black sand beaches and sea stacks. You can choose to descend into Katla Ice Cave beneath Mýrdaljökull glacier, or spend time exploring the area on your own. Following lunch in Vik, head inland to Fjaðrárglúfur canyon with its steep colorful walls, then continue east to Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon where icebergs float in milky blue water. Diamond Beach sits just 5 minutes away where ice chunks wash onto dark sand. You'll reach your hotel in the Höfn area by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Vík coastal village and black sand beaches
- Visit Reynisdrangar sea stacks
- Visit Fjaðrárlglúfur canyon
- Visit Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon
- Visit Diamond Beach
Optional Activities
- Katla Ice Cave tour beneath Mýrdalsjökull glacier (costs extra)
- Free time exploring Vík area on your own
Landmarks/POIs Vík Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks Fjaðrárlglúfur Canyon Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon Diamond Beach - Day 3
Höfn to Egilsstaðir Area
This morning you'll travel deeper into eastern Iceland along scenic coastal roads toward remote fishing villages. Stop in Djúpivogur to see the 'Eggs in Gleðivík' art installation featuring 34 bird species carved from stone. The drive continues through waterfalls (in summer months) or along the coastline toward Egilsstaðir. If timing allows between late April and late August, visit Borgarfjörður Eystri to watch puffin colonies in their natural habitat. You have the option to relax at Vök Baths geothermal pool on Lake Urriðavatn, or explore Egilsstaðir independently before checking in at your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Djúpivogur fishing village
- View 'Eggs in Gleðivík' art installation
- Travel through cascading waterfalls (summer) or coastal route (winter)
- Visit Borgarfjörður Eystri and observe puffin colonies (summer only)
Optional Activities
- Vök Baths geothermal soak on Lake Urriðavatn (costs extra)
- Independent exploration of Egilsstaðir
Landmarks/POIs Djúpivogur Eggs in Gleðivík Borgarfjörður Eystri Vök Baths Lake Urriðavatn - Day 4
Egilsstaðir to Akureyri Area
Following breakfast and checkout, you'll head to Studlagil Canyon to see striking basalt columns and the blue glacial river flowing through them. Continue to Dettifoss, which drops more water than any other waterfall in Europe, and feel the mist and power from the viewpoint. The route then loops through the Námaskarð geothermal area near Lake Mývatn, where hot springs and bubbling mud pots create an otherworldly landscape. Walk through Dimmuborgir's lava field with its dark rock formations and natural tunnels, then visit Skútustaðir pseudocraters for views across the region. You'll pass Goðafoss Waterfall before arriving at your Akureyri area hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Studlagil Canyon with basalt columns and glacial river
- Visit Dettifoss waterfall
- Visit Námaskarð geothermal area with mud pots
- Explore Dimmuborgir lava field
- Visit Skútustað pseudocraters
- Visit Goðafoss Waterfall
Landmarks/POIs Studlagil Canyon Dettifoss Waterfall Námaskarð Geothermal Area Lake Mývatn Dimmuborgir Skútustað Pseudocraters Goðafoss Waterfall - Day 5
Akureyri Area
After breakfast, spend time in Akureyri, known as the north's main town and cultural hub. You can join a whale watching tour from the harbor if that interests you, or walk the main street, climb up to the church, and check out the botanical gardens at your own pace. Lunch happens in town, and then you'll head west to Víðimýrarkirkja, a historic turf-roofed church that shows what rural Icelandic architecture looked like centuries ago. Stop at Hvolsvöllur, a striking rock formation rising from the sea, and explore Kolugljúfur canyon with its waterfalls. You'll end the day at your hotel in Laugarbakki.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Akureyri town including main street, church, and botanical gardens
- Visit Víðimýrarkirkja historic turf church
- Visit Hvolsvöllur rock formation
- Visit Koluglúfur canyon
Optional Activities
- Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri harbor (costs extra)
- Free time exploring Akureyri independently
Landmarks/POIs Akureyri Akureyri Church Akureyri Botanical Garden Víðimýrarkirkja Hvolsvöllur Koluglúfur Canyon - Day 6
Laugarbakki to Reykjavík
After breakfast, you'll climb Grábrók volcanic crater for views across the surrounding lava fields and geological features. Next, head to Hraunfossar, a series of waterfalls that flow right out of the lava with striking blue water contrasting the dark volcanic rock. Visit Sturureykir, a traditional Icelandic horse farm to learn about the breed's unique character and cultural importance to Iceland. Stop at Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, where hot water surges from the ground and runs into local greenhouses. The drive back to Reykjavík takes the afternoon, and you'll check into your hotel with the evening free to explore the capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk to Grábrók volcanic crater rim
- Visit Hraunfossar waterfall sequence
- Visit Sturureykir Icelandic horse farm
- Visit Deildartunguhver hot spring
Landmarks/POIs Grábrók Hraunfossar Sturureykir Deildartunguhver - Day 7
Snaefellsnes Peninsula and Return to Reykjavík
Start with breakfast and checkout, then drive to Snæfellsnes Peninsula to see its varied landscapes in one day. You'll walk through Berserkjahraun Lava Field, visit Mt. Kirkjufell and its adjacent waterfall for photos, and see the glacier-capped volcano at Snæfellsjökull National Park. Stop at Djúpalónssandur Beach on the black sand where an old shipwreck rusts, and see the dramatic Lóndrangar basalt cliffs rising from the sea. The quaint village of Arnarstapi and the iconic black Búðir Church are photo stops, then you'll head to Ytri-Tunga Seal Beach to watch seals before driving back to Reykjavík for your final drop-off.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Berserkjahraun Lava Field
- Visit Mt. Kirkjufell and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall
- Visit Snæfellsjökull National Park
- Visit Djúpalónssandur Beach
- Visit Lóndrangar Basalt Cliffs
- Visit Arnarstapi village
- Visit Búðir Black Church
- Visit Ytri-Tunga Seal Beach
Landmarks/POIs Berserkjahraun Lava Field Mt. Kirkjufell Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall Snæfellsjökull National Park Snæfellsjökull Volcano Djúpalónssandur Beach Lóndrangar Basalt Cliffs Arnarstapi Búðir Black Church Ytri-Tunga Seal Beach
