Combine a bit of boating and a bit of hot spring relaxation with your Iceland experience
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<li>Amphibian Boat Tour on the Glacier Lagoon</li>
<li>Entrance to Laugarvatn Fontana Steam Baths (includes entrance and towel)</li>
<li>Whale Watching from Husavik</li>
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The Navigator

Interested in soaking in hot springs? This is your ticket to enjoy the best hot spring bathing in South and West Iceland and in Reykjavik! You’ll save time by pre- booking and add some extra fun and memories to your trip! The Wellness Seeker Activity Bundle lets you relax in three great places!
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<li>Krauma Natural Geothermal Spa in West Iceland (includes bathing fee and towel rental)</li>
<li>Sky Lagoon in the Reykjavik area (includes bathing fee and towel rental)</li>
<li>Fontana Geothermal Steam Baths in Laugarvatn, South Iceland (includes bathing fee and towel rental)</li>
</ul>

The Wellness Seeker

The Discoverer Bundle is perfect for those looking to discover Iceland&#8217;s amazing geology in a fun way.  Activities include:
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<li>Bathing at the Secret Lagoon in Fludir (includes admission and towel rental)</li>
<li>Visit to the LAVA Centre in Hvolsvollur (includes entrance and volcano film at the LAVA Centre’s Cinema)</li>
<li>Visit to the Perlan Wonders of Iceland Museum in Reykjavik (includes entrance fee)</li>
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The Discoverer

If your interest is outdoor fun, this bundle is perfect! In this optional collection of selected activities in South Iceland you will enjoy:
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<li>Snowmobiling on Myrdalsjokull Glacier including 1-hour snowmobile tour, 2 people sharing one snowmobile and all equipment for snowmobiling</li>
<li>Glacier Experience, hike on Solheimajokull Glacier (including guided 1-1,5 hour glacier walk). Glacier gear and safety equipment provided.</li>
</ul>

The Adventurer

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Our self-drive holidays with fixed dates feature pre-booked hotels on select travel dates. You only need to choose a car and start looking forward to an adventure in Iceland! You’ll also get the benefit of knowing at the time of booking what hotels you will be using.
This 10-day tour lets you enjoy more of Iceland. You’ll visit the famous Golden Circle, South Shore, Lake Mývatn and Glacial Lagoon areas. You’ll also explore the mystical landscapes of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the breathtaking mountains and fjords of Siglufjörður and the Troll Peninsula. All in all, it’s an amazing overview of Iceland’s unforgettable beauty.
Great add-ons/Options (Subject to availability)
<ul>
<li>Upgrade your insurance protection with the new Full Coverage option (includes Super Collision and Damages Waiver, Windshield Protection, Gravel Damage, Tires and Wheels, Sand and Ash Protection).</li>
<li>Travel green in Iceland with the Green Collection of electric and hybrid cars. Charging stations are located around the country.</li>
</ul>

Summer

Fantastic Iceland Self-Drive on Fixed Dates-10 Days

Road Trips

Day 1

Once you have landed at Keflavík Airport, please pick up your luggage and head through customs. Collect your rental car at the airport and proceed to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time in Iceland, we suggest that you take some time to explore the Reykjanes Peninsula (a UNESCO GeoPark site) before you head to Reykjavík.
Reykjanes is a great introduction to Iceland’s unique geology and volcanoes. You’ll see unusual and stunning craters, lava cliffs, fissures, and the Mid-Atlantic ridge itself. You can even walk on a bridge that divides Europe and North America. We also recommend a stroll in the surreal Gunnuhver area where you can view quirky colourful mud pools and steam vents bubbling away.
Reykjanes is home to the renowned Blue Lagoon, and you might enjoy the chance to relax in the soothing azure waters. Important: admission to the Blue Lagoon needs to be booked in advance. We can help you with that.
Afterwards, head to Hafnarfjörður town for your overnight. Located in the Reykjavík metro area, this town is surrounded by interesting lava formations. It is known for its connection to legends of elves and its Viking heritage. The charming harbor area is a nice place to visit for dinner and a stroll.
Overnight in the Reykjavík area (Hafnarfjörður).
Please note check-in for most hotels begins at 14:00 – 16:00 (2:00pm-4:00pm
Approximate distance: 40 km / 25 miles (with Reykjanes Peninsula: 85 km / 53 miles)

Arrival in the Land of Fire and Ice

Day 2

Start your adventure with a visit to Þingvellir National Park. This beautiful area of lava fields, lakes and canyons is the heart and soul of Icelanders. Þingvellir is the spot where Vikings formed a parliament and met annually to discuss important issues affecting the nation. Today, the Icelandic parliament is the oldest continuous parliament in the world. Þingvellir is also a geological paradise. The park lies in a rift valley that marks the Mid-Atlantic Ridge where the North American and European tectonic plates meet. Scenic trails around the park lead to historical sites, old ruins, and beautiful views of the area, including a view of a waterfall.
Head into the charming West Iceland region of Borgarfjörður, one of Iceland’s best-kept secrets. This is one of our favourite areas to find local handicrafts and taste treats. Visit the beautiful Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, and the enormous Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot springs in Europe. Perhaps you’ll end your day with a relaxing visit to Krauma Natural Geothermal Baths.
Overnight in the Borgarfjörður area.

Reykjavík area – Þingvellir – Borgarfjörður

Day 3

Today you are for a treat: a whole day to explore the countless natural wonders of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, home of Snæfellsjökull National Park. Snæfellsnes is known as “Iceland in a Nutshell” since you can see samples of most Icelandic landscapes in one area. Visit Arnarstapi sea cliffs where many types of seabirds live. If you enjoy hiking, there is a great nature trail you can hike between Arnarstapi and Hellnar villages. (About 4.3 km/2.7 miles). Crowning the area is the glacier topped Snæfellsjökull volcano, legendary home to a guardian spirit. Driving through the park gives you a chance to view the mountain from many different angles.
Visit Djúpalónssandur with its mysteriously shaped rocks and black pebbled beach. Then head along the north coast through lively fishing villages. Keep an eye out for Kirkjufell, the photogenic Church Mountain. Ólafsvík town is a great place for whale watching tours.
Head to Laugarbakki in the Miðfjörður area of North Iceland.
Overnight in Northwest Iceland.

Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Stykkishólmur – Laugarbakki

Day 4

Pass by Húnaflói bay, a great area for seal watching. If you’re interested in learning more about seals, we suggest a visit to the Seal Centre in Hvammstangi.
The scenery changes to towering mountains and fertile valleys as you head into Skagafjörður, an area known for horse breeding and some of Iceland’s best- preserved historical buildings. If you’re a history buff you might enjoy Glaumbær (Skagafjörður Heritage Museum), where you can walk through a turf manor farm dating back to the 18th century.
If you are interested in Medieval/Viking history and battle strategies, we suggest a visit to the 1238: Battle of Iceland exhibit in Sauðárkrókur town. Innovative virtual reality transports you into the past and the fateful Battle of Örlýggsstaðir, part of a devastating civil war. (The battlefield is in North Iceland.)
Drangey is the legendary hideout of the Viking saga outlaw, Gréttir the Strong. Between mid-May and August, you can take a guided boat tour out to Drangey. The tour departs from Sauðárkrókur town’s harbor.
Stop in Siglufjörður, a beautiful town with an even more beautiful fjord. The town’s award-winning Herring-Era Maritime Museum takes you back to the days of the early 20th century when a herring “gold rush” changed both Siglufjörður and Iceland.
Drive through the beautiful Troll Peninsula, which has some of Iceland‘s highest mountains. You’ll see waterfalls dropping into the ocean as you drive through charming fishing villages. You might take a whale watching tour in the town of Dalvík or visit the Beer Spa in Arskógasandur for hot spring bathing with a twist!
Continue to Akureyri, the colourful and friendly capital of the north.
Overnight in the Akureyri area.

Laugarbakki – Siglufjörður – Akureyri 

Day 5

The Mývatn region is famous for all its hidden gems between the lava, including strange pseudo craters at Skútustaðir, the vibrantly coloured Hverarönd mud pools and the “dark citadels” of Dimmuborgir. You might enjoy a stop at the Mývatn Nature Baths to relax in the azure blue geothermal waters.
Head to Húsavík, a charming fishing town known for its great whale-watching opportunities. In addition to whale watching, you can enjoy Húsavík’s relaxing GeoSea Baths. The baths are healthy and soothing geothermal ocean water, and the view over the Arctic Circle is beautiful.
Overnight in the Húsavík area.
Please Note: The Ring Road route today contains a toll tunnel. More information on the tunnel and fees is <a href="https://www.veggjald.is/en">here</a>.

Akureyri – Goðafoss – Mývatn – Húsavík 

Day 6

Head around the fossil rich Tjörnes peninsula on the edge of the Arctic Circle to the northern entrance of Vatnajökull National Park. The 195 km / 122 miles Visitor’s Centre has helpful information on the wildlife and geology and trail conditions. Check out Ásbyrgi, a magnificent horseshoe shaped canyon in the park. Trails wind through peaceful forested areas to a hidden canyon lake.
The national park roads take you through dramatic canyonlands created by a river flowing from Vatnajökull glacier. The crown jewel of the area is surely Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful one in Europe. Continue across the vast highland plateau to Egilsstaðir in the east.
A suggested evening activity might be a visit to the Vök floating geothermal pools near Egilsstaðir.
Please note that Roads 864 and 862 are gravel roads, and you must heed warning signs in the area if road conditions are not good for driving.
Overnight in the Eastfjords.

Húsavík – Ásbyrgi – Dettifoss – Egilsstaðir

Day 7

A great way to start the day might be a visit to Hallormsstaður, Iceland’s first reforestation project and its largest woodland. It’s so peaceful to spend some moments here enjoying the sound of the wind in the trees and that special sense of nature unique to East Iceland.
We also recommend a side trip to visit the award-winning Wilderness Center located at the edge of the hauntingly beautiful eastern highlands. The Wilderness Center has picked up quite a following on social media for its unique experiences. You can discover Iceland’s pioneer history and highland nature in a clever interactive way. Wilderness Center guides can take you on a hiking trip around beautiful Hengifoss falls or on a horseback riding trip to the scenic ruins of an old farmhouse. The Center is also famous for its excellent cafe. You can chat with the hosts as they prepare a meal made from historical recipes and with ingredients gathered from the highlands and area farms.
Drive south through the spectacular Eastfjords, where towering mountains plunge vertically into the ocean. Each fjord has its own charm and history. The journey continues to the town of Höfn in Hornafjörður, also known as the lobster capital of northern Europe. Several restaurants feature some of the famous langoustines in their cuisine.
Overnight in the Höfn area.

Egilsstaðir – Eastfjords – Höfn

Day 8

Throughout the day you’ll surely enjoy breathtaking glacial views of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. The Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon with its majestic icebergs floating in the 180-metre (591- foot) deep lagoon, is famous as a location for adventure and science fiction movies. Many of our guests enjoy the opportunity to take a guided amphibian boat or Zodiac boat tour on the lagoon. These should be booked in advance, and we are happy to help arrange a tour for you.
On the other side of the road is the Diamond Beach, well known from social media bloggers. Make sure your camera is ready to catch the dramatic views of tumbling ocean waves and icebergs strewn like jewels over the black sand coastline.
The Skaftafell area of southern Vatnajökull National Park is next on your agenda. This is a beautiful green oasis surrounded by glaciers and volcanoes, a true fire and ice destination. There are several interesting hiking trails in the park, including one that leads to a basalt framed waterfall, Svartifoss. Skaftafell is also a great place to take a guided hike onto a glacier, an amazing way to discover how ice has shaped Iceland.
Drive through Kirkjubæjarklaustur, a former site of a 12th-century Catholic convent (the town’s restaurants are famous for locally farmed, delicious arctic trout), before crossing the surreal Eldhraun, the largest single mass of lava ever to flow on the face of the earth. The 18th century eruption was so strong that the climate of Europe was affected by the volcanic ash. Head to Vík, Iceland’s southernmost town.
The scenery here has become famous all over the world. Take a walk on the Reynisfjara black sand beach and view the powerful waves and spectacular basalt columns. Far out to sea you can view rock formations that legends say were once giant trolls.
Overnight in the Vík area or in the Hvollsvöllur / Hella area.

Höfn – Klaustur – Vík / Hvolsvöllur 

Day 9

Start your day by exploring two spectacular waterfalls, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Skógafoss is one of the country’s most photographed waterfalls, and it has a series of steps nearby that lead up to a beautiful view of South Iceland. Seljalandsfoss is a ribbon-like waterfall; a walking trail leads behind the waterfall itself.
Next, head to the beloved and famous Golden Circle wonders. Travel through peaceful farmland areas to the geothermal fields of Geysir. Footpaths lead around interesting bubbling mud pools and spouting hot springs. The most famous of these is the reliably erupting Strokkur geyser. We’re sure you will really enjoy photographing the various stages of the Strokkur as it erupts from the ground. The Gullfoss waterfall is a short drive away. Many Icelanders believe Gullfoss is the most beautiful waterfall in the country. The sight of glacial water thundering down two ledges into an enormous canyon is spectacular. A series of footpaths lead around the falls and give views of the cascades from different angles. While you are in the area, you might enjoy the chance to relax in a geothermal hot pool at the enchanting Secret Lagoon or the lovely natural steam baths and pools at Laugarvatn Fontana Spa.
After a day of wonders, head to the colourful capital of Iceland, Reykjavík. The rest of the day is open to explore the city’s vibrant culture.
Overnight in Reykjavík.

The Golden Circle – Reykjavík

Day 10

Drive back to Keflavík International Airport. We recommend departing from your hotel in Reykjavík no later than at least 3 hours before your flight departure. It takes approximately 1 hour to drive to the airport, and check-in will start 2 hours before your departure.
If you did not visit the Blue Lagoon on your way to the city on your first day but have some free time today, you might want to use the opportunity en route to the airport. For this detour, please be sure to allow for at least 2-2,5 hours extra so you’ll have ample time at the Lagoon. Your rental car should be returned to the airport service area, which is located only 2 minutes from the airport building. A shuttle will then transport you to the departure hall.

Departure from Iceland

Our self-drive holidays with fixed dates feature pre-booked hotels on select travel  dates. You only need to choose a car and start looking forward to an adventure in Iceland! You’ll also get the benefit of knowing at the time of booking what hotels you will be using.
You’ll be captivated by the wonders of Iceland on this 8-day Ring Road tour featuring geysers, waterfalls, rugged mountains, and grand glaciers. The chance to visit two of Iceland’s national parks is one of the many highlights of this comfortably paced self-drive tour.
Great add-ons/Options (Subject to availability)
<ul>
<li>Upgrade your insurance protection with the new Full Coverage option (includes Super Collision and Damages Waiver, Windshield Protection, Gravel Damage, Tyres and Wheels, Sand and Ash Protection).</li>
<li>Travel green in Iceland with the Green Collection of electric and hybrid cars. Charging stations are located around the country.</li>
</ul>