Arrive at Keflavik International airport and find your rental car waiting for you at the airport with a user-friendly GPS system. From there, you can explore some of the Reykjanes Peninsula and go to the Blue Lagoon for a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters

Drive through the Reykjanes Peninsula and go to the Blue Lagoon for a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters. You can also opt to visit the spa on your final day in Iceland.

To understand why Iceland's Blue Lagoon is so popular, just imagine bathing in steaming milky-blue waters, sipping a cocktail at a swim-up bar, and looking out over an otherworldly landscape of jagged peaks and black lava fields. This geothermal pool, the most visited of Iceland's many such oases, boasts mineral-rich waters, a luxurious spa, and a magnificent setting, all just minutes from Reykjavik.

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Accommodation in Reykjavik

Today drive off to some of the best-known natural phenomena in Iceland on the Golden Circle Route.

Make your way to Þingvellir National Park, a historic site located on the boundaries of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. As the plates move, they tear up the landscape around, causing cracks and fissures in the region. One of these fissures, Silfra, is filled with meltwater from Iceland's second largest glacier. Put on your wet suit and embark on a snorkelling tour in Silfra fissure where the glacial water provides incredible visibility that can reach up to 100 metres.

Next up is the geothermal valley of Haukadalur, see the geysers Strokkur and Geysir amongst many beautiful hot springs. Only a few kilometres away is Iceland's most popular attraction, the powerful waterfall named Gullfoss.

Spend the night in or near the quiet town of Hvolsvöllur.

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Accommodation in Hvolsvöllur

Today, start driving through the stunning South Coast of Iceland.

Take in the sight of two majestic waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Further down the coast near the town of Vík, take a slight detour to admire the black volcanic beach, Reynisfjara, and the dramatic Dyrhólaey and Reynisdrangar rock formations. This is also a great place for puffin watching. 

Next, you have the opportunity to have a glacier adventure! End your day with a late afternoon hike at Skaftafell Nature Reserve where you can walk through the white expanse of an outlet glacier in the beautiful Vatnajökull National Park. Skaftafell Nature Reserve is great for any outdoor enthusiast, particularly if you enjoy hiking. There are many excellent tracks and trails, including one that leads to the stunning Svartifoss waterfall, which plunges over a wide cliff of hexagonal basalt columns.

Later drive to your accommodations in the Vatnajökull area and pass the beautiful Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. Here, massive icebergs that have broken off from a nearby glacier float on the serene waters of the lagoon before they drift off to the ocean.

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Accommodation in Vatnajökull

Today, explore the stunning Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, one of Iceland’s most beautiful spots.

Hop on to a zodiac boat, which takes you on a meandering path through the glacier lagoon, amongst stunning icebergs of all shapes and sizes. Stroll down to the black sandy beach nearby, affectionately named Diamond Beach.

Later start on a zigzagging journey along the Eastfjords, passing tranquil fishing villages and sweeping coastal landscapes along the way.

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Accommodation in Egilsstaðir

Today drive north to Lake Mývatn.

It is known for its geothermal landscapes, including the Námaskarð hot springs, the Skútustaðagígar pseudo-craters, the Dimmuborgir lava formations and Volcano Krafla, one of Iceland’s most visited volcanoes.

After exploring these many wonders, relax by taking a dip in the soothing geothermal waters of the Mývatn Nature Baths.

Later head to the capital of the north, Akureyri, where you'll spend the night.

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Accommodation in Akureyri

Today explore a little more of Lake Mývatn and its unique surroundings. A drive through the Jökulsárgljúfur part of Vatnajökull National Park, with a visit to the Ásbyrgi canyon and Dettifoss waterfall, is highly recommended. Alternatively, explore the fantastic Eyjafjörður area, and climb the Súlur peak.

Later, embark on a whale-watching tour from Akureyri.

Maximize your chances of seeing humpback whales on this Eyjafjord whale watching cruise from Akureyri. Iceland’s longest fjord is known for attracting these massive mammals for summer feeding. Board a high-speed, specially adapted ship capable of covering all the likely viewing areas, and watch for whales from the viewing platforms and decks.

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Accommodation in Akureyri

Today morning, explore the area around Akureyri.

Later drive through the beautiful, mountainous area of Tröllaskagi, to the old herring-fishing village of Siglufjörður, and then to Hofsós, where you can enjoy the wonderful scenery while relaxing in the town’s thermal pool.

If you like local Icelandic handicrafts or if you are traveling with children, then we recommend a stop at Stórhóll farm where the gallery Rúnalist is located. Children can play with and pet some sheep, goats, horses, ducks, chicken, rabbit, dogs and cats while you browse the crafts showroom, filled with handmade items of natural wool, salmon leather or cod skin.

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Accommodation in Blönduós

Today, head to Snæfellsnes peninsula.

On the way, pass the rolling hills of Vatnsdalshólar and the beautiful Þingeyarkirkja church. Stop at a longhouse at Eiríksstaðir, home of the infamous Viking Erik the Red, the first European to sail to North America. Visit Stykkishólmur, a picture-perfect fishing village overlooking Breiðafjörður Bay.

The crown jewel of Snæfellsnes peninsula is the Snæfellsjökull glacier and volcano, nestled in the heart of a national park. Nearby are many beautiful attractions, such as Djúpalónssandur beach and the picturesque towns of Hellnar and Arnarstapi.

Spend the night at charming accommodation on Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

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Accommodation in Snæfellsnes

Today explore West Iceland with its diverse attractions, including the Icelandic settlement exhibition in Borgarnes, and Deildartunguhver, the largest hot spring in Europe. Further along, visit the captivating Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls.

Explore the incredible, man-made ice caves at Langjökull.

Go deep into a world of blue ice and frozen tunnels to the man-made Ice Cap Glacier on Langjökull. Rumble through ice caves in an 8-wheel monster truck, then continue on foot into caves lit by vivid LED lights. Listen to the sounds of creaking ice and dripping water, before returning back to the surface.

On the way back to Reykjavik, take a short break at Fossatún, a waterfall said to be guarded by a troll woman named Drifa, before spending another night in the capital.

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Accommodation in Reykjavík

After breakfast, drive to Keflavik airport. Return your rental car and catch your flight back home

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