Combine a bit of boating and a bit of hot spring relaxation with your Iceland experience
<ul>
<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>
</ul>

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!
<ul>
<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:
<ul style="font-weight: 400;">
<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>
</ul>

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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Here is your opportunity to really connect with the landscapes and culture in the Golden Circle, South Shore, and Glacier Lagoon regions. Stay in fewer hotels and have more moments each day for those special experiences and adventurous discoveries.
Want a less rushed driving holiday? Travel at a pace that lets you connect with South Iceland’s nature and culture. Staying in just three hotels puts more time in your hands to discover the hidden gems around the Golden Circle, South Shore, and Glacier Lagoon areas. If you like adventure this itinerary is perfect for adding in those outdoor activities that make Iceland so much fun.
We Support Iceland’s Nature and Local Communities! All our self-drive tours include carbon offsetting through <a href="https://kolvidur.is/english/">Kolviður</a>, the Iceland Carbon Fund (ICF).
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>Make your experience in Iceland even more unique with our Boutique Hotel and Lodges accommodation. Enjoy hand-picked charmingly cool and comfortable places that reflect Iceland’s fascinating nature, adventure, and culture.</li>
<li>Travel green in Iceland with the Green Collection of electric and hybrid cars. Charging stations are located around the country.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Winter Travel Information</h3>
We are happy to now offer you the possibility of booking this tour for winter travel. Icelanders drive around Iceland in winter, and your clients can, too! But your clients should be aware of the road conditions and unpredictable weather during Iceland’s winter wonderland season. They should be comfortable with driving in snowy, windy, and icy conditions. Iceland Travel has implemented steps to ensure the safety of your client, and we will keep them updated on any weather changes that might affect their itinerary along their route. We will cover any cost for hotels that need to be changed or cancelled if roads must close due to bad weather. We’ll watch over your clients, and they can always reach us via the 24-hour emergency line.

All Year

Leisurely South Iceland

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.
Drive along mystical lava landscapes to the charming village of Hveragerði for your overnight. This town is perfect for getting to know typical small-town Icelandic culture, but with a unique twist. Hveragerði is one of the few sites in the world located directly on top of a geothermal area. Because of its many greenhouses heated by hot water from nearby springs, it is often called the “flower village.” There are plenty of outdoor and wellness activities to enjoy here, and a great local restaurant/coffee house culture.
If you arrive earlier in the day, you can take advantage of afternoon and evening activities such as hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking or SuperJeep safaris. Or you might just relax and enjoy a visit to the town’s geothermal pool and having a nice dinner at a cosy restaurant.
Please note check-in for most hotels begins at 14:00 – 16:00 (2:00pm-4:00pm).
Overnight in the Hveragerði area.

Arrival

Day 2

Famous National Park – Golden Falls – Lively Geysers
Today is open for you to explore the wonders of the Golden Circle region. We suggest a visit to one of Iceland’s unique pollution-free power stations: Ljósafossvirkjun. This historical hydropower station has a wonderful interactive exhibit in English where you can learn how Icelanders have harnessed the power of water, geothermal heat, and wind to create electricity. The exhibit is open daily during between June and August. Hours: 10-17 (10am-5pm).
Visit Þingvellir National Park, site of the ancient Icelandic Viking parliament and a jewel of nature. Here you can see the meeting point between the North American and Europe continents. Several walking trails and hiking trails lead visitors to historical points of interest.
Continue to the amazing sites of Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir hot spring area. Gullfoss is considered by many visitors to be Iceland’s most beautiful waterfall. Geysir is an active geothermal field with many bubbling steam vents and spouting hot springs, including the famous Strokkur geyser.
If adventure is your style, try activities such as snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier (year-round), visiting a unique crystal ice cave (winter only), white water rafting (summer only), or snorkelling in Þingvellir (year-round).
If you want to connect with local culture, visit Friðheimar farm, where you can enjoy wholesome cuisine made with vegetables from the farm’s greenhouse. Or visit Efstidalur dairy, where you can indulge in home-made ice cream. We also suggest a relaxing visit to the Secret Lagoon in Flúðir, a historical natural swimming pool that is now a cosy geothermal hot spring experience. You can lie in the soothing water and watch the Secret Lagoon’s own little geyser erupt every few minutes.
Overnight in the Hveragerði area.

Golden Circle Area

Day 3

Volcanic Views – Magnificent Waterfalls – Black Sand Beach
Drive along the scenic South Shore. If the skies are clear, you’ll get a great view of two famous volcanoes. Hekla is Iceland’s most frequently erupting volcano. Eyjafjallajökull is the (in) famous volcano whose 2010 eruption impacted air traffic around the world.
The route also leads by two beautiful waterfalls. Seljalandsfoss is a ribbon-like waterfall that you can walk behind if trail conditions are good. Skógafoss is believed to contain hidden treasure from the Middle Ages. Near Skógafoss is an interesting folk museum containing different buildings from different eras of Icelandic history, including a turf farmhouse.
Admire the black sand beach, basalt columns and powerful Atlantic waves of Reynisfjara beach near Vik village. Far out to sea are huge sea stacks that local tales say were once trolls. Dyrhólaey* is a rocky headland famous for its black lava arch. During the summer, thousands of sea birds and puffins nest here (puffins are generally in Iceland between mid-May and early August).
The area around Vík is great for trying out activities such as snowmobiling on Mýrdalsjökull glacier, an ATV tour on the black sand beaches, or Ziplining over canyons and waterfalls. We also recommend glacier hiking on Mýrdalsjökull, an adventure open to people of all skill levels. You’ll have the rare chance to touch a glacier while learning amazing facts about how they are formed.
*Important: Please note that Dyrhólaey is closed during bird nesting season, from about the middle of May until late June
Overnight in the Vík area.

Iceland’s South Shore

Day 4

Vast Lava Field – Glacier National Park – Iceberg Lagoon
This is a day full of opportunities, so we recommend an early start. Drive through an impressive and surreal lava field as you head east. This is Eldhraun, the world’s largest known single flow of lava, created by the devastating 1873 Laki eruption.
The path takes you over vast black sand plains created by glacial floods and on to the town of Kirkjubæjarklaustur. This town named after a convent is a good place to take a break. The town is also near Systrafoss, a double-ribbon waterfall that falls gracefully into the gorge.
You will soon be in the vicinity of southern Vatnajökull National Park, named after the largest glacier in Europe. Certainly, you’ll see amazing views of Vatnajökull through the day.
We highly recommend visiting the park’s Skaftafell area. There are some good hiking trails with views of glaciers. (Check the park’s visitor centre to see which trails are open during your visit). You can also take a glacier hiking tour with an expert glacier guide.
Near the park is the Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón), where icebergs drift and collide with each other in a lake formed by Vatnajökull glacier.
Some icebergs have drifted up onto a nearby black sand beach that provides a dramatic setting for photos. Known as the Diamond Beach, this is a beautiful place to linger, catching views of icebergs and seals.
You have an opportunity to take a boat tour among Jökulsárlón’s icebergs (April – October). Ten minutes away is a smaller and more secluded lagoon, Fjallsárlón (Iceberg Lagoon). Here you can take a Zodiac boat tour into the lagoon (April – October).
If you want a unique wintertime adventure, you might join a guided SuperJeep and glacier hike tour to visit a beautiful blue ice cave. The tour departs from the Glacier Lagoon parking lot and must be booked in advance.
Overnight in the Vík area.

Vatnajökull National Park

Day 5

Take the less-travelled road to Reykjavík
Take your time and enjoy a leisurely drive to Reykjavík. As you drive along Road 1, you might enjoy a stop at Urriðafoss, a mighty waterfall just off of Road 1.
Drive along the south coast road to Reykjanes Peninsula, a colourful UNESCO Geopark that is a paradise for photographers and geology buffs. The road first leads first through several charming villages. Stokkseyri village is a favourite stop for us at Iceland Travel. There are some great walking trails near the sea, perfect for viewing birdlife and area nature.
Drive along seacoast with amazing views of powerful waves, stopping to view Strandakirkja. This lovely church is the spot where many Icelanders have prayed for the safety of loved ones who worked or travelled on the sea. It’s very special to spend some moments outside the church and take in the views of the mighty ocean and rocky coastline.
Visit the moon-like surroundings of Lake Kleifarvatn and the Krýsuvík geothermal area with its multi-coloured bubbling mud pools. You can also walk across the Mid-Atlantic ridge on the Bridge between Continents.
In the area is the famous Blue Lagoon where you can relax in the soothing mineral waters. Important: admission to the Blue Lagoon needs to be booked in advance. We can help you with that! If you enjoy adventure, you might try guided ATV tours on lava-filled routes.
Afterwards, head to Reykjavík for your overnight. Enjoy the food scene and lively culture of Iceland’s capital.
May – September Alternative: Want to take a less travelled road with lots of changing landscapes? If you have a 4WD vehicle, here is a good option. Take Road 26 and then Road 32 to explore Þjórsárdalur valley. Named after Iceland’s longest river, this valley hides two beautiful waterfalls, woodlands, and the site of a Viking-age longhouse excavation, Stöng. The route connects back with Road 1 where you can drive to Reykjavík.
Overnight in Reykjavík.

South Coast Explorations

Day 6

Enjoy your day in the world’s northernmost capital city!
No trip to Iceland is complete without a visit to Iceland’s capital city! The day is open for you to explore the vibrant culture of Reykjavík. Stroll the Old Harbour area, known for its artistic shops and unique eateries, including the Grandi Food Hall. Browse for Icelandic products on Laugavegur, Iceland’s main shopping street.
It’s also fun to explore the areas around the city with your car. The Arbæjarsafn Museum is a village-like open air museum with a collection of houses from two hundred years of Reykjavík’s history. You can stroll around the “village” and see how people lived in the past. Hafnarfjörður town has an interesting connection to legends of elves and Hidden People, and a charming harbour area ideal for a seaside walk or a visit to a café or art shop.
If you want spa relaxation, try the Sky Lagoon, inspired by nature and culture. You’ll step into a new type of wellness and relaxation with the Sky Lagoon’s The Ritual, a truly unique seven-step spa journey that’s at the heart of Iceland’s traditional geothermal experience.
You can also enjoy activities like horseback riding in a nearby nature reserve, whale watching, and a visit to a colourful lava cave outside the city.
Overnight in Reykjavík.
West Iceland Option: Another suggestion for today is to visit the interesting Borgarfjörður region in West Iceland. Just an hour’s drive from Reykjavík, Borgarfjörður has different landscapes from South Iceland and is a wonderful day trip. Discover natural wonders such as the beautiful Hraunfossar (Lava Waterfalls) or the brilliantly coloured Víðgelmir lava cave. Take part in an unforgettable experience with the Into the Glacier ice cave on Iceland’s second largest glacier. After a day of exploration, it is a lovely experience to relax at the Krauma Natural Geothermal Baths, where you can soak in water from Iceland’s largest hot springs.

Reykjavík

Day 7

Drive back to Keflavík International Airport. We recommend departing 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 earlier 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

Do you like our <a href="https://www.icelandtravel.is/tours/geysers-glaciers-and-waterfalls/">Geysers, Glacier and Waterfalls</a> itinerary but wish you could spend more time discovering South and West Iceland? We’ve created a leisurely version of this best-selling tour so you can do just that!
We’ve taken one of our most popular itineraries and created a leisurely version for you! The leisurely pace of your journey also allows you to experience natural wonders like glaciers, volcanic beaches, waterfalls, and hot springs. You’ll have more time for activities and experiences and connecting with local life in South and West Iceland. Since you won’t need to change hotels every day, you can enjoy Iceland’s famous places to the fullest.
We Support Iceland’s Nature and Local Communities! All our self-drive tours include carbon offsetting through <a href="https://kolvidur.is/english/">Kolvður</a>, the Iceland Carbon Fund (ICF).
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>Make your experience in Iceland even more unique with our Boutique Hotel and Lodges accommodation. Enjoy hand-picked charmingly cool and comfortable places that reflect Iceland’s fascinating nature, adventure, and culture.</li>
<li>Travel green in Iceland with the Green Collection of electric and hybrid cars. Charging stations are located around the country.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Winter Travel Information</h3>
Icelanders drive around Iceland in winter, and your clients can, too! But your clients should be aware of the road conditions and unpredictable weather during Iceland’s winter wonderland season. They should be comfortable with driving in snowy, windy, and icy conditions.  Iceland Travel has implemented steps to ensure the safety of your client, and we will keep them updated on any weather changes that might affect their itinerary along their route. We will cover any cost for hotels that need to be changed or cancelled if roads must close due to bad weather. We´ll watch over your clients, and they can always reach us via the 24-hour emergency line.

Geysers, Glaciers & Waterfalls at a Leisurely Pace

This exciting road trip gives you time to enjoy each attraction on your Ring Road journey and is perfect if you wish to enjoy optional activities such as horse riding, glacier hiking, rafting, and snowmobiling.
Iceland’s Ring Road is more than just a highway! Some consider it a national landmark, just like the many sights and natural phenomena that line this scenic route. Some of our guests prefer staying more nights in each location, so we’ve taken our popular “Around Iceland” itinerary and built in extra days in each area. You’ll have ample time to enjoy local experiences, visit lesser-known wonders, and try unforgettable activities.
We Support Iceland’s Nature and Local Communities! All our self-drive tours include carbon offsetting through <a href="https://kolvidur.is/english/">Kolviður</a>, the Iceland Carbon Fund (ICF).
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>Make your experience in Iceland even more unique with our Boutique Hotel and Lodges accommodation. Enjoy hand-picked charmingly cool and comfortable places that reflect Iceland’s fascinating nature, adventure, and culture.</li>
<li>Travel green in Iceland with the Green Collection of electric and hybrid cars. Charging stations are located around the country.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Winter Travel Information</h3>
We are happy to now offer you the possibility of booking this tour for winter travel. Icelanders drive around Iceland in winter, and your clients can, too! But your clients should be aware of the road conditions and unpredictable weather during Iceland’s winter wonderland season. They should be comfortable with driving in snowy, windy, and icy conditions.  Iceland Travel has implemented steps to ensure the safety of your client, and we will keep them updated on any weather changes that might affect their itinerary along their route. We will cover any cost for hotels that need to be changed or cancelled if roads must close due to bad weather. We&#8217;ll watch over your clients, and they can always reach us via the 24-hour emergency line.