Day 1: Welcome to Reykjavík
Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport, you are personally greeted by our representative and transferred to your accommodation in central Reykjavík. After settling in, the rest of the day is yours to explore the vibrant capital at you own pace. Spend the night at Fosshótel Barón (or similar hotel).

Highlights: Reykjavik.

Day 2: Journey to Iceland’s Wild West
Today the journey begins to the tranquil, remote West Fjords of Iceland. Sights along the way include: Búðardalur; Dagverðarnes; Skarð at Skarðsströnd; Ólafsdalur; and Reykhólar. Spend the night at Hótel Bjarkalundur (room with shared facilities). Driving distance approx. 216 km / 134 mi.

Highlights: Dagverðarnes, Skarð and Reykhólar.

Day 3: A Bewitching Day
Drive over the mountain road from Tröllatunguheiði to Steingrímsfjörður, where you will find Hólmavík, an enchanting town known for its Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft. After learning about Iceland’s supernatural history, continue onwards to Drangsnes and Laugarhól, and then end the day in Djúpavík. Spend the next two nights at the charming Hótel Djúpavík (room with shared facilities). Driving distance approx. 141 km / 88 mi.

Highlights: Hólmavík and witchcraft museum, Drangsnes and Djúpavík.

Day 4: The End of the Road
You have the whole day to enjoy the isolated Strandir area of the West Fjords – one of the most remote places in Europe – where the pristine natural environment is largely untouched by modern development. Take your time as you travel the coastline between Djúpavík and Norðurfjörður, the point where the road literally ends, to experience the tranquil surroundings, bath in a hot natural pool, watch an amazing diversity of birdlife, and soak up the unique history this region has to offer. Return to Djúpavík for the night. Driving distance approx. 70 km / 43 mi.

Highlights: Norðurfjörður, Krossneslaug, Gjögur and Eyri í Ingólfsfirði (Ingólfsfjörður).

Day 5: Scenery and Serenity of the Fjords
Drive from the Strandir area over the rugged Steingrímsfjarðarheiði route on your way westward to Heydalur in the narrow fjord of Mjóifjörður. In Heydalur, you have plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors including a horse ride, an invigorating hike with a local guide, fishing in the fresh mountain lakes, or relaxing in a hot pot or pool in a truly unique natural setting. Spend the night at Guesthouse Heydalur. Driving distance approx 162 km / 101 mi.

Highlights: Fjords, Hörgshlíð (Iceland's smallest swimming pool), Reykjanes and Heydalur.
Optional Activities: 1-2 hour horse ride, guided hiking and angling.

Day 6: Ísafjörður, Capital of the West Fjords 
Today’s journey is characterized by endless but dramatic fjords and towering mountains on your way to Ísafjörður, the Capital of the West Fjords and the biggest settlement in the region. There you‘ll find some of the most historic houses in Iceland, dating back to the mid-18th century. In the afternoon, drive to Bolungarvík for a visit to the Ósvör Maritime Museum, then drive to the radar station on top of Bolafjall where, on a clear day, you can have amazing views over the uninhabited Hornstrandir Nature Reserve. Spend the next two nights at Hótel Ísafjörður. Driving distance approx. 160 km / 99 mi.

Highlights: Ísafjörður, Súðavík, Ósvör Maritime Museum and great views from Bolafjall.
Optional activities: Kayaking in the fjords or mountain biking at Ísafjörður.  

Day 7: Vigur - Harmony with Nature
Begin the day with a guided tour to Vigur, a small, charming island and paradise for nature lovers. The boat ride from Ísafjördur takes about 30 minutes and the guided tour around the island offers the perfect opportunity to see an abundance of birds in their natural environment such as eider ducks, arctic terns, puffins, black guillemot, and more. The only windmill in Iceland is also located on this island. Light refreshments made of local ingredients are served by the farmer’s family in their mid-19th century house. Later In the afternoon, visit Tjöruhúsið restaurant for a unique dining experience where fish from local fishermen is served fresh from the harbour. Spend the night in Ísafjörður.

Highlights: 3-4 hours guided tour of Vigur Island.
Optional activities: Kayaking in the fjords or Mountain biking at Ísafjörður. 

Day 8: Waterfalls and Viking Sagas
Drive to the spectacular Dýrafjörður fjord with at stop at Flateyri. In Dýrafjörður you will find the trail of the Viking Saga Gisli Súrsson and “Skrúður”, the oldest botanical garden in Iceland and one of the northernmost in the world. Continue onwards to Hrafnseyri, where you can visit a museum dedicated to Jón Sigurðsson, hero of Iceland’s battle for independence. Next, stop at the impressive Dynjandi waterfall situated in the Arnarfjörður fjord before heading to the charming fishing village of Bíludalur where you will spend the night in the Eaglefjord Apartments. Driving distance approx. 203 km / 126 mi.

Highlights: Mt. Kaldbakur, Dynjandi, Hrafnseyri, Reykjarfjörður natural hot pool and Bíldudalur.

Day 9: Europe's Westernmost Point 
Start the day by visiting the remote outpost of Selárdalur to view the offbeat, colourful sculptures and buildings created by the naiveté artist Samúel Jónsson. Next, make a visit to the small village of Tálknafjörður before stopping to see the ghost ship in Patreksfjörður. Your final sightseeing opportunity of the day is at the spectacular 14 km-long, 444 metre-high cliff of Látrabjarg, the westernmost point of Europe. Spend the next two nights at Hótel Breiðavík, close to Látrabjarg. Driving distance approx 150 km / 93 mi.

Highlights: Selárdalur and Samúel Jónsson museum, ghost ship in Patreksfjörður and Látrabjarg.  

Day 10: Látrabjarg and Rauðisandur
Enjoy the morning with a refreshing hike at Látrabjarg, where you are able to get up close to some of the cliff-dwelling birds such as puffins and razorbills (when in season). Then drive to the sand mounds of Sauðlauksdalur, the “home of the Icelandic potato”, and finally to Rauðisandur to view the breathtaking white sand beaches. Return to Hótel Breiðavík for the night. Driving distance approx 90 km / 56 mi.

Highlights: Látrabjarg, Sauðlauksdalur and Rauðisandur. 

Day 11: Flatey - Paradise Island
Drive from Látrabjarg to Brjánslækur to catch the Baldur ferry that sails through the Breiðafjörður fjord with its countless islands to Flatey, a paradise island with its well-preserved wooden houses, amazing birdlife, and breathtaking natural beauty. Cars are not allowed on this small island so the ferry will transport your car to the port at Stykkishólmur where you will pick it up the next day. Spend the night at the charming Hótel Flatey. Driving distance approx. 90 km / 56 mi. Boat trip from Brjánslækur to Flatey: Approx 1 hour.

Highlights: Flatey.

Day 12: Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Spend the morning in Flatey before boarding the ferry Baldur bound for the charming village of Stykkishólmur on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. From Stykkishólmur, drive to the holy mountain of Helgafell, where legend has it that you will be granted one wish if you walk up the mountain, and then check out the beautiful, “church-like” mountain of Kirkjufell in Grundarfjörður, where you will spend the night at Hótel Framnes. Driving distance approx 40 km / 25 mi. Boat trip from Flatey to Stykkishólmur: Approx 2 hours.

Highlights: Stykkishólmur, Helgafell, Grundarfjörður and Kirkjufell

Day 13: Journey to the Centre of the Earth
Experience the mystical Snæfellsjökull glacier—the setting of Jules Verne’s famous Journey to the Centre of the Earth—commonly believed to have magical energizing powers although there is likely a greater consensus on the dazzling beauty of its massive snow cap and its surroundings. Other worthwhile sights in the area include Skarðsvík, Búðir, Hellnar, Arnarstapi and the Dritvík cove. After a fulfilling day of sightseeing, head back to Reykjavik and spend the night at Fosshótel Barón (or similar hotel). Driving distance approx 266 km / 165 mi. 

Day 14: Departure
Transportation to Keflavík Airport is provided via Fly bus in time for your departure flight. Travellers departing in the afternoon have the option to relax and rejuvenate at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa or even take a short tour of the Reykjanes peninsula. (Optional tour is available for an additional charge).

Optional activities: Blue Lagoon and Reykjanes peninsula tour.