Itinerary
- Day 1
Keflavik to Reykjavik
You'll land at Keflavik Airport and pick up your rental car for the drive to Reykjavik. The route covers about 50 km and takes roughly 45 minutes, so you'll have time to settle into your accommodation and grab dinner in the city before the evening.
- Day 2
Reykjavik to Snaefellsnes Peninsula to Borgarnes
Head out toward the Snaefellsnes peninsula, driving through Borgarnes first. You'll stop at fishing villages like Hellnar and Arnarstapi to see the dramatic coastlines with rock formations and caves. Djupalonssandur's black sand beach comes next, then you'll see Kirkjufell mountain before finishing near Borgarnes. Expect about 410 km and 5 hours of driving today.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Hellnar fishing village
- Visit Arnarstapi fishing village
- Explore Djupalonssandur black sand beach
- View Kirkjufell mountain
Optional Activities
- Hiking trails along the Snaefellsnes coast
Landmarks Snaefellsnes Peninsula Hellnar Arnarstapi Djupalonssandur Kirkjufell 
- Day 3
Borgarnes to Akureyri
After crossing Walfjord, you'll reach Reykholt to check out the warm water springs, then head to Hraunfossar where waterfalls drop from a lava field into the Hvita river. Later you'll drive north through Skagafjordur, known for Icelandic horses, and end up in Akureyri. Walk through the pedestrian zone and maybe visit the botanical garden if you have time. This day's about 400 km and 5 hours on the road.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Hraunfossar lava waterfalls
- Explore Akureyri town
Optional Activities
- Visit Glaumbær peat farm museum near Varmahlid
Landmarks Hraunfossar Skagafjördur Glaumbær Eyjafj\u00f6rdur Akureyri Akureyri Botanical Garden - Day 4
Lake Myvatn
Start at Godafoss waterfall with its impressive 10-meter drop and strong volume. Then you'll explore Lake Myvatn's volcanic landscape with lava formations, mud pots, and steaming geothermal areas. The western shore is great for spotting birds if you're interested. Around 240 km and 4 hours of driving, so you can move at a relaxed pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Godafoss waterfall
- Explore Lake Myvatn volcanic landscape
Optional Activities
- Bird watching at Lake Myvatn
Landmarks Godafoss Lake Myvatn 
- Day 5
Lake Myvatn to Egilsstadir
Drive to Husavik fishing village and visit the whale center. If you want, join a whale watching trip between June and August when you might see up to eleven species. After that, you'll check out the Tjoernes peninsula and hike through Asbyrgi, a horseshoe-shaped rocky gorge. Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall, is on the way to Egilsstadir. Expect 390 km and about 6 hours today.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Husavik whale center
- Explore Asbyrgi gorge
- View Dettifoss waterfall
Optional Activities
- Whale watching trip from Husavik
- Relax at Vok Baths in Egilsstadir
Landmarks Husavik Tjörnes Peninsula Asbyrgi Dettifoss Vok Baths - Day 6
East Fjords to Höfn
Drive through the East Fjords toward Höfn, passing through fishing villages like Djupivogur where the colorful historic houses make for good photo stops. If you're interested in geology, Petra's Stone Collection in Stöðvarfjörður is worth a detour to see the carefully arranged stone display. The drive takes you along scenic coastal roads with views of the fjords, and you'll end the day settling into Höfn or the Jökulsarlon area for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Drive through East Fjords
- Pass through Djupivogur village
Optional Activities
- Visit Petra's Stone Collection in Stödvarfjördur
Landmarks Djupivogur Stödvarfjördur Petra's Stone Collection - Day 7
Jökulsarlon to Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Vik
Start at Jökulsarlon glacier lagoon where blue icebergs drift in the water under Breidamerkurjökull glacier, and you'll likely recognize the landscape from films. After that, head to Diamond Beach to see the ice chunks scattered across the black sand, then drive to Skaftafell National Park for a hike to Svartifoss waterfall surrounded by black basalt columns. You have the option to do a boat tour of the lagoon or join a guided glacier hike if those appeal to you. Finish up in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur or Vik area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Jökulsarlon glacier lagoon
- Explore Diamond Beach
- Hike to Svartifoss waterfall in Skaftafell National Park
Optional Activities
- Boat tour at Jökulsarlon glacier lagoon
- Guided glacier hike - Glacier Wonders
Landmarks Jökulsarlon Breidamerkurjökull Diamond Beach Skaftafell National Park Svartifoss 
- Day 8
Kirkjubæjarklaustur/Vik to Selfoss
Drive through the moss-covered Eldhraun lava field and across the black sand desert to reach Vik. Stop at Cape Dyrholaey for cliff views up to 120 meters high. Pass Skogafoss waterfall in Skogar, one of Iceland's most popular photo spots. There's an optional visit to the Lava Center with interactive volcano exhibits if that interests you. It's roughly 220 km and 5 hours to Selfoss.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore Vik town and black lava beaches
- Visit Cape Dyrholaey
- Stop at Skógafoss waterfall
Optional Activities
- Visit Lava Center in Selfoss area
- Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall
Landmarks Eldhraun Myrdalssandur Vik Cape Dyrholaey Skógafoss Seljalandsfoss Lava Center 
- Day 9
Golden Circle
Head out on the Golden Circle to see three famous sites: Thingvellir National Park with its geological features, Gullfoss waterfall dropping over stages into a deep gorge, and the geothermal area where Strokkur geyser erupts regularly. After, drive back to Reykjavik about 220 km in 3 hours. Once there, wander through the harbor district, visit Hallgrims Church, and check out the nightlife at spots like Kaffibarinn or Gaukurinn.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Thingvellir National Park
- Visit Gullfoss waterfall
- Visit Strokkur geyser geothermal area
- Explore Reykjavik harbor district
- Visit Hallgrims Church in Reykjavik
Optional Activities
- Experience Reykjavik nightlife at Kaffibarinn, Gaukurinn, or Hverfisbarinn
Landmarks Thingvellir National Park Gullfoss Strokkur Hallgrims Church Reykjavik Harbor 
- Day 10
Reykjavik to Keflavik
Head to Keflavik Airport for your departure. The drive is about 50 km and takes roughly 45 minutes, so plan accordingly based on your flight time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
