Explore the south west of the country and the wide range of panoramas and experiences the region has to offer. This 10-day trip takes you to the country’s most famous areas: Geysir, the Blue Lagoon, the Golden Circle, the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, the black sand beach, the diamond beach and the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. Discover the wild coastlines, the waterfalls, the majestic glaciers and the lunar landscapes formed by numerous volcanic eruptions. Relax in the natural hot pools and their welcoming silky waters.
Arrival at Keflavík international airport. One of our transferists drives you to your accommodation in Reykjavik and you have the rest of the day to discover the city.
Night in Reykjavík – breakfast included
Day 2
Whale Fjord – Snæfellsjökull glacier
Svinafellsjokull glacier in Iceland
It’s time to say goodbye to the capital city and pick up your car rental to head along the Hvalfjorður, « Whale Fjord ». After settling into your hotel, explore the wild coast between the tiny harbors of Arnastapi and Hellnar where the coves and cliffs are home to the Black-legged Kittiwake gulls and arctic terns. A paradise for the bird lovers! If you’re more on the adventurous side, discover the edges of the center of the world: Snæfellsjökull glacier.
Night in Stykkishólmur area – breakfast included
Day 3
Snaefellsnes National Park
snaefellsnes-hraunfossar
Today spend a second day following the traces of Jules Verne and his novel « A Journey to the Centre of the Earth » in the area of the glacier of Snæfellsjökull. One of other highlights of the National park is the Budahraun lava field which circles the glacier. Then, head to the beaches of Djúpalónssandur and Skarðsvík which have fascinating geology and beautiful seascapes.
Night in the Stykkishólmur area– breakfast included
Day 4
Borgarnes
Deildartunguhver Geothermal Spring, Iceland
Head to the region of Borgarnes. From there go to the Valley of Húsafell and Reykholt, home of the fastest flowing hot springs in the world : the Deildartunguhver. With water at 100°C, gushing strongly there is no question of having a bath ! If you really need to relax, you can have a dip in Krauma spa or close to the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss falls where there is also a swimming pool.
Night in the Borgarnes area– breakfast included
Day 5
The Golden Circle
Geyser Strokkur eruption
Today discover one of Iceland’s most famous areas : the Golden Circle. Start with Þingvellir and its national park and discover the effects of the ocean rift and the site of the oldest parliament in the world. Next drive to Geysir where you will find the popular hot springs and geysers including the powerful Strokkur, the country’s most famous geyser, shooting vast jets of boiling water up to 40 meters high. Finish your day at the waterfall of Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic and beloved waterfalls.
Night in the Fludir area– breakfast included
Day 6
Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers – Vik – The black sand beach
Girl on Diamond Beach in Iceland
Take the South Coast road and observe the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers as you drive through lands. Stop at the black sand beaches and observe the bird cliffs on the ocean-side of the road.
Night in the Kirkjubæjarklaustur area– breakfast included
Day 7
Skaftafell National Park – Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon – Diamond Beach
Iceberg in Jokulsarlon lagoon, Iceland
Take a hike around the area of Skaftafell and discover the spectacular trails of the Vatnajökull National Park. Then, drive east to the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon and be amazed by the icebergs that are cast off from Europe’s largest glacier. It almost seems like you are in Greenland for a minute or two.
Iceland Travel - Stunning Vatnajokull glacier and mountains in Iceland
After discovering Europe’s largest glacier: Vatnajökull, move to the verdant region of Kirkjubæjarklaustur: ancient lava flows covered by a thick layer of moss and waterfalls. End your day by crossing the verdant region of Kirkjubæjarklaustur and the long of the black desert of Myrdalssandur back to Vík.
Night in the Vík area– breakfast included
Day 9
Blue Lagoon
blue lagoon near Reykjavik
Drive along the southern coast of the Reykjanes peninsula heading to Keflavík. Observe the savage coasts and lunar landscapes formed by numerous volcanic eruptions mixed with the turquoise waters of the Blue Lagoon.
Night in the Blue Lagoon area– breakfast included
Day 10
Blue Lagoon – Keflavik Airport
blue lagoon near Reykjavik
Sadly, it’s time to drop your rental car off at Keflavík International airport for your flight home. If you have a late flight, why not take a little moment to relax with a pre-flight soak at the Blue Lagoon.
In winter, leave the city lights of Reykjavik in order to fully enjoy northern lights
Winter in Iceland offers the possibility to partake in many exciting activities such as Dog sledding and snowmobiling, why not add a fun activity to your Iceland Self drive? Just ask us!
Don´t miss the chance to bathe in the warm water of a natural hot spring during this Iceland trip
This trip is available during winter, even though this season offers amazing snowy landscape, the temperatures are usually around 38 °F with humidity and strong wind, be mindful of which outdoor clothing and accessories you bring in your luggage.