Explore the stunning and varied north region of Iceland. The drive takes you to the voluminous Deildartunguhver hot spring, the magnificent Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, Lake Mývatn, Dettifoss Waterfall (sometimes referred to as ‘Europe’s Niagara’) and more. This package includes accommodation in Reykjavík, Varmahlíð, Lake Mývatn and Akureyri.
Day 1: Arrival/Reykjavík
Upon arrival, you will be met by your private chauffeur, who will transfer you from Keflavík Airport to your hotel in Reykjavík. Check into your hotel and relax after the journey. The rest of the day is open to explore Reykjavik, visit museums, landmarks and such, and ideal to unwind at one of the cozy thermal baths & spas. Overnight in Reykjavík city centre.
Highlights: Reykjavik.
Day 2: West Iceland
Climb into your rental car and explore the west of Iceland. Sights include the
Icelandic Settlement Centre at the village of Borgarnes and and the largest hot spring in Europe, Deildartunguhver. Continue up to the beautiful Hraunfossar waterfalls, where the clean spring water descentes from the lava-field to the river and the nearby Barnafoss waterfalls. You can visit the medieval research institution Sorrastofa at Reykholt and the troll women Drifa at Fossatún overlooking a waterfall. Stay in northwest Iceland. Driving distance approx. 280 km / 174 mi.
Highlights: Borgarnes, Deildartunguhver, Hraunfossar waterfalls, Barnafossar waterfalls, Reykholt, Fossatún, Húsafell and Grábrók.
Day 3: Akureyri and Mývatn Nature Baths
Drive to Akureyri, the friendly “capital of the north”. Drive to Siglufjörður where you
can visit the Herring Era Museum and the Folk Music Center. Continue through the tunnel of Héðinsfjörður and on to Dalvík where you can go on a horseback ride, sea angling or continue on to Áskógssandur where you can visit an Icelandic bewery or take a short ferry ride to the tiny island of Hrísey. Head to Akureyri and explore the charming town, museums and surroundings or even take a flight to the Arctic Circle on the tiny island of Grímsey. Visit the gracious waterfalls of Goðafoss on your way to Lake Mývatn. Taking a dip and relaxing in the healing waters of “Mývatn Nature Baths” and experience bathing in a pool of geothermal water drawn from depths of up to 2,500 meters is the perfect way to end the day. Stay in Lake Mývatn area. Driving distance approx. 350 km / 217 mi.
Highlights: Vatnsdalshólar, Glaumbær Folk Museum, Siglufjörður, Herring museum, Dalvík, Hrísey, Grímsey, Akureyri, Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn and Mývatn Nature Baths.
Optional activities: Horse-riding, white-water rafting, ferry to Hrísey island and
flight to Grímsey.
Day 4: Jökulsárgljúfur Canyon
Experience some of the natural phenomena of Vatnajökull National Park, including the impressive and rugged canyon of Jökulsárgljúfur, the horse-shaped gorge of Ásbyrgi and the most powerful waterfall in Europe, the deafening Dettifoss. To crown the day, you can also enjoy an optional whale watching tour from Húsavík, “the whale watching capital of Europe”. Stay in Lake Mývatn area. Driving distance approx. 250 km / 155 mi.
Highlights: Jökulsárgljúfur, Ásbyrgi, Dettifoss and Húsavík.
Optional activities: whale-watching and sightseeing flight.
Day 5: Lake Mývatn – Akureyri
Explore the amazingly varied surroundings of Lake Mývatn, including the boiling mud-pots at Námafjall, the tephra crater Hverfell, Leirhnjúkur by the Krafla Volcano and the eerie lava formations of Dimmuborgir where you can be on the look-out for the Hidden People! Continue back to Varmahlíð area where you will spend the night. Stay in Varmahlíð area. Driving distance approx. 150 km / 93 mi.
Highlights: Námafjall, Hverfell, Leirhnjúkur, Krafla Volcano, Dimmuborgir, Víðimýri Church, Safnasafnið „The Icelandic Folk Art Museum“, Glaumbær folk museum and Varmahlíð.
Optional activities: Horse-riding and white-water rafting.

Day 6: The Highland Interior, Gullfoss and Geysir
Take the Kjölur interior road to Hveravellir, a high-temperature geothermal area. There where you can find interesting hot springs and stunning landscapes off the beaten track and even take a dip in the hot springs. Continue south between two glaciers, Langjökull and Hofsjökull to some of the best known natural phenomena in Iceland; the great Geysir and Gullfoss , the queen of Iceland’s waterfalls. The last stop is the unique Þingvellir National Park; listed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List and a site of immense beauty and history. Stay in Reykjavík city-centre.
Note: The interior road Kjölur is closed during winters until the first week of June and the road is accessible for 4x4 vehicles only. Driving distance approx. 350 km / 217 mi.
Highlights: Hveravellir, Langjökull, Hofsjökull, Geysir, Gullfoss and Þingvellir national park.
Optional activities: ATV quad biking, horse backriding and snorkeling.
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to Keflavík airport with FlyBus. If your flight is in the afternoon, you can stop at the Blue Lagoon and even take a little tour of the Reykjanes peninsula (not included).
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Accommodation Details
We have three categories for accommodation on this tour: Budget, Comfort and Quality.
Budget
![]() | Rooms without private facilities. These are in country hotels, farmhouses and guesthouses. Some of these have washbasins in the rooms and all provide breakfast (included in the price). In the more remote areas, most places of accommodation offer optional evening meals. |
Comfort
![]() | Rooms with private shower or bath and WC. These are in hotels or well-appointed guesthouses. All provide breakfast (included in the price) and most have their own restaurant. |
Quality
![]() | Rooms with private shower or bath and WC. These are in the best hotels available at each location. All hotels provide breakfast (included in the price) and have their own restaurant. |
Seasons
High Season From 1 June - 31 August
Low Season From 1 October - 30 April
Shoulder Season From 1 May - 31 May , or 1 September - 30 September
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Rental Cars
A Ford Fiesta or similar (Manual)
B Ford Focus or similar (Manual)
C Ford Focus Wagon or similar (Manual)
D Ford Mondeo or similar (Automatic)
E Ford Escape or similar (Automatic 4x4)
F Ford Explorer or similar (Automatic 4x4)
G Ford Expedition or similar (Automatic 4x4)
For further information about the rental cars "Click here".
Booking
Extra nights and optional activities can be added to this package on can be addded by request; contact us for details.
This package can be customized to meet your needs; contact us for details.
Please Note: The best hotels easily get fully booked during the high season, so please do book well ahead of time. Advanced booking of at least three weeks prior to departure is recommended.
For easier navigation, Nordic Visitor offers its customers a GPS navigation system for all self-drive packages in Iceland. Contact us for further information.
The example prices in the tables below are listed as per person and in Icelandic Krona (ISK). You can use our Currency Calculator to convert the price.
Your total package price will be determined by your preferred level of accommodation (e.g. budget, comfort, etc.) and number of travellers as well as by travel season (e.g. high, low, shoulder) and choice of rental car (Types A, B, C etc.) if applicable.
(See information about children's prices below price tables.)
Note: You can also check prices for your exact specifications by clicking "book now" and completing the first step.
EXAMPLE PRICES
High Season (1 June - 31 August)
Budget
| Type of car | 1 Adult | 2 Adults | 3 Adults | 4 Adults |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | ISK 240400 | ISK 140250 | ISK 111200 | ISK 101875 |
| B | ISK 250900 | ISK 145500 | ISK 114700 | ISK 104500 |
| C | ISK 267900 | ISK 154000 | ISK 120367 | ISK 108750 |
| D | ISK 281400 | ISK 160750 | ISK 124867 | ISK 112125 |
| E | ISK 340900 | ISK 190500 | ISK 144700 | ISK 127000 |
| F | ISK 445900 | ISK 243000 | ISK 179700 | ISK 153250 |
| G | ISK 547400 | ISK 293750 | ISK 213533 | ISK 178625 |
Comfort
| Type of car | 1 Adult | 2 Adults | 3 Adults | 4 Adults |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | ISK 294000 | ISK 170250 | ISK 130600 | ISK 131875 |
| B | ISK 304500 | ISK 175500 | ISK 134100 | ISK 134500 |
| C | ISK 321500 | ISK 184000 | ISK 139767 | ISK 138750 |
| D | ISK 335000 | ISK 190750 | ISK 144267 | ISK 142125 |
| E | ISK 394500 | ISK 220500 | ISK 164100 | ISK 157000 |
| F | ISK 499500 | ISK 273000 | ISK 199100 | ISK 183250 |
| G | ISK 601000 | ISK 323750 | ISK 232933 | ISK 208625 |
Quality
| Type of car | 1 Adult | 2 Adults | 3 Adults | 4 Adults |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | ISK 359400 | ISK 215050 | ISK 164600 | ISK 176675 |
| B | ISK 369900 | ISK 220300 | ISK 168100 | ISK 179300 |
| C | ISK 386900 | ISK 228800 | ISK 173767 | ISK 183550 |
| D | ISK 400400 | ISK 235550 | ISK 178267 | ISK 186925 |
| E | ISK 459900 | ISK 265300 | ISK 198100 | ISK 201800 |
| F | ISK 564900 | ISK 317800 | ISK 233100 | ISK 228050 |
| G | ISK 666400 | ISK 368550 | ISK 266933 | ISK 253425 |
Discount
Low Season 30% off
Shoulder Season 20% off
Children
Children age 0-2: Free Of Charge
Children age 3-11: Budget: ISK 24600 per child sharing room with adult
Comfort: ISK 33000 per child sharing room with adult
Quality: ISK 41400 per child sharing room with adult
Children age 12+: Full Price
Rooms
1 Person = Single room
2 Sharing = One twin/double room
3 Sharing = Triple room
4 Sharing = Two twin/double rooms
If you do not find prices for your ideal room combination by clicking book now then please contact us with your requirements and full details of your party.
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