Itinerary
- Day 1
Keflavik to Reykjavik
You'll arrive at Keflavik Airport and pick up your rental car for the drive into Reykjavik, about 50 km away. It's a straightforward route that takes roughly an hour, giving you time to settle into your accommodation and get oriented before your first night in Iceland's capital.
- Day 2
Reykjavik to Snaefellsnes to Borgarnes
Starting from Reykjavik, head across Walfjord toward Reykholt to check out the warm water springs and Hraunfossar lava waterfalls near Husafell. After that, you'll make your way to the Snaefellsnes peninsula where fishing villages like Hellnar and Arnastapi sit along dramatic rocky coastlines. The black sand beach at Djupalonssandur and the iconic Kirkjufell mountain are stops along the way before finishing near Borgarnes. This 380 km drive takes about 5 hours total.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive to warm water springs at Reykholt
- Visit Hraunfossar lava waterfalls near Husafell
- Explore fishing villages of Hellnar and Arnastapi
- Visit Djupalonssandur black sand beach
- View Kirkjufell mountain
Optional Activities
- Relax at Krauma Spa thermal bath
Landmarks/POIs Hraunfossar Kirkjufell Djupalonssandur Hellnar Arnastapi - Day 3
Borgarnes to Akureyri
Drive north from Borgarnes toward Skagafjordur, an area known for its connection to Icelandic horses, and continue along the fishing villages that line Iceland's longest fjord, Eyjafijordur. You'll reach Akureyri, North Iceland's main town with around 17,000 people, where you can walk through the pedestrian zone and visit Nonnahus, the historic home of children's author Jon Sveinsson. The 350 km journey takes approximately 5 hours of driving.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Drive through Skagafjördur region
- Explore fishing villages along Eyjafjördur fjord
- Visit Akureyri town and pedestrian zone
Optional Activities
- Visit turf farm museum at Glaumbaer
- Relax at Bjorbödin Beer Spa
Landmarks/POIs Nonnahus Akureyri 
- Day 4
Akureyri to Lake Myvatn Area
Early in the day, head to Godafoss, one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls known for its width and sheer volume of water. From there, you'll explore the Lake Myvatn region with its volcanic landscape featuring lava formations, mud pots, steaming solfataras, and pseudocraters that really showcase Iceland's geological activity. This 200 km stretch takes about 4 hours of driving.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Godafoss waterfall
- Explore Lake Myvatn volcanic landscape
Optional Activities
- Bathe at Myvatn Nature Bath with lunar landscape views
- Relax at Forest Lagoon Akureyri with town views
- Visit Geosea thermal bath in Husavik with seawater and warm spring water mix
Landmarks/POIs Godafoss Lake Myvatn - Day 5
Lake Myvatn to Egilsstadir
Travel through otherworldly, highland-like landscape toward Egilsstadir, but first make a detour into Jokulsargljufur National Park to see Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall dropping 45 meters into a dramatic canyon. A short hike gets you close to the falls, then you'll continue along the ring road to Egilsstadir, a small town with just over 2,500 inhabitants serving as East Iceland's main hub. The full journey covers 390 km over about 6 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Dettifoss waterfall
- Hike to Dettifoss viewpoint
- Explore Jökulsargljufur National Park
Optional Activities
- Visit Vök Baths thermal baths near Egilsstadir
Landmarks/POIs Dettifoss Jökulsargljufur National Park - Day 6
Egilsstadir to Höfn
Drive through the East Fjords toward Hofn, a historic town with colorful houses and good restaurants that became important to the Hamburg Hanseatic League back in the 16th century. If you're interested, stop in Stodvarfjordur to check out Petra's Stone Collection, a carefully arranged display of stone finds. The 280 km drive takes roughly 5 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Explore East Fjords scenery
- Visit Höfn town
Optional Activities
- Visit Petra's Stone Collection in Stödvarfjördur
Landmarks/POIs Höfn - Day 7
Höfn to Kirkjubæjarklaustur/Vik
Head to Iceland's south coast and the glacier giants waiting there. Visit Jokulsarlon glacial lake where bright blue ice blocks break off from Breidamerkurjokull glacier and drift in the lagoon. You can walk right up to the ice, spot seals on floes, or hike Diamond Beach if you're up for it. After that, continue to Skaftafell National Park where glaciers flow between mountains to the Ring Road, and hike to Svartifoss waterfall framed by black basalt columns. This 230 km section takes about 4 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Jökulsarlon glacial lake
- Walk near Breiðamerkurjökull glacier
- Explore Diamond Beach
- Visit Skaftafell National Park
- Hike to Svartifoss waterfall
Optional Activities
- Take guided glacier hike in Skaftafell National Park
Landmarks/POIs Jökulsarlon Breiðamerkurjökull Skaftafell National Park Svartifoss - Day 8
Kirkjubæjarklaustur/Vik to Selfoss
Drive through the moss-covered lava field of Eldhraun and across the black sand desert of Murdalssandur to reach Vik, Iceland's southernmost town. Check out Vik's black lava beaches and Cape Dyrholaey with its 120-meter cliffs, and stop at Skogafoss waterfall, one of Iceland's most photographed spots. Before ending near Selfoss, spend time at the interactive Lava Center learning about Icelandic volcanism. The 220 km drive takes about 5 hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Drive through Eldhraun lava field
- Cross Mýrdalssandur black sand desert
- Explore Vik and its black lava beaches
- Visit Cape Dyrholaey
- Stop at Skógafoss waterfall
Optional Activities
- Visit Lava Center interactive volcano exhibition
- Explore Katla Ice Cave
- Experience ATV Black Beach Safari
Landmarks/POIs Skógafoss Cape Dyrholaey Vik Seljalandsfoss - Day 9
Selfoss to Reykjavik via Golden Circle
Experience the Golden Circle by visiting three of Iceland's most famous attractions. Start at Thingvellir National Park where the Eurasian and North American continental plates meet and where Iceland's first parliament convened in 930. Next, see the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall dropping in stages into a deep gorge. Watch the Strokkur geyser shoot water 15 to 30 meters high every 5 to 10 minutes. Later, head back to Reykjavik to explore the lively capital, harbor district, and Hallgrimskirkja Church. The 220 km route takes about 3 hours of driving.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Included Activities
- Visit Thingvellir National Park
- See Gullfoss waterfall
- Watch Strokkur geyser
- Explore Reykjavik capital
- Visit Hallgrímskirkja Church
- Explore Reykjavik harbor district
Optional Activities
- Visit Secret Lagoon, Iceland's oldest thermal bath
Landmarks/POIs Thingvellir National Park Gullfoss Strokkur Hallgrímskirkja - Day 10
Reykjavik to Keflavik
Drive from Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport for your return journey home. The 50 km trip takes approximately 45 minutes and marks the end of your Icelandic adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
