This 4X4 tour includes the most beautiful sights of south Iceland, taking you off the beaten track to the exotic highland interior. Experience the vast wilderness, glaciers, waterfalls, colourful mountains, volcanoes and other stunning phenomena that south Iceland has to offer. The sights include Þingvellir National Park, Landmannalaugar, Vatnajökull National Park, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon and more.
Day 1: Welcome to Reykjavík
On arrival in Keflavík Airport, you will be met by your private chauffeur who will transfer you to your hotel in Reykjavík. If you arrive early, you will have the opportunity to explore the city centre at your own pace.
Highlights: Reykjavík.
Day 2: Golden Circle
You will start the day by receiving your 4x4 vehicle. Head east to the amazing Þingvellir National Park, which is on the UNESCO world heritage list, is set in the picturesque area of vast lava fields, tranquil lake, deep gorges and great beauty. Continue to the great Geysir area with its spouting Geysers and colorful hot springs and the Gullfoss waterfall, “The Golden Waterfall”. Stay in a hotel or guesthouse in Hvolsvöllur area. Driving distance approx. 250km.
Highlights: Þingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss and volcanic crater.
Optional activities: ATV quad biking, horse backriding and snorkeling.
Day 3: Waterfalls, Glacier Lagoon and Vatnajökull National Park
Sights along the way include the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the rock formations of Dyrhólaey and Reynisdrangar on the black sand beach south of Vík, glacier Mýrdalsjökull and the village Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Visit the 100 meters deep Fjaðrarárgljúfur Canyon and the tranquil Glacier Lagoon Jökulsárlón where you can enjoy a boat ride between the glacier calves (optional). An ideal ending of the day is to enjoy a divine lobster-feast at Höfn, famous for its lobster and to bath in a natural geothermal hot pot. Stay the night in Vatnajökull National Park Area. Driving distance approx. 350 km.
Highlights: Seljalandsfoss, Skógarfoss, Skógar Folk Museum, Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, Vík, Dyrhólaey, Canyon Fjaðrárgljúfur, Núpar, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Höfn.
Optional activities: Boat ride on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.
Day 4: Skaftafell and Vatnajökull Glacier
Spend the day taking in the many sights of Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park and Vatnajökull glacier, Europe’s largest glacier. There are many interesting hiking trails in Skaftafell National Park, including a short hike to the beautiful Svartifoss waterfall, which drops from the edge of a wide cliff of basalt columns. For those more adventerous, there are many optional activities to experience. Stay the night in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area. Driving distance approx. 200km.
Highlights: Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park
Optional activities: Ice-climbing or glacier-walk from Skaftafell, quad biking on black lava beach, snow-mobiling on Vatnajökull Glacier and bird-watching tour with hey-cart to cape Ingólfshöfði.
Day 5: Landmannalaugar Highland
Drive to the other-worldly Landmannalaugar. Stop at the Eldgjá fissure system and hike to the waterfall Ófærufoss, one of Iceland’s most spectacular waterfalls. Enjoy the surreal colours and surroundings of Landmannalaugar and take a bath in the natural hot pools there. It is a paradise for the hiker and you can stay in Hrauneyjar/Mt. Hekla area. Driving distance approx. 210km.
Highlights: Eldgjá, Ófærufoss and Landmannalaugar.
Optional activities: Horse-riding in Landmannalaugar.
Day 6: Volcanic Wonderland and Blue Lagoon
Start the day by driving the beautiful valley of Þjórsárdalur, famous for a replica Saga-Age Farmhouse and a church. Other sights include the oasis Gjáin and waterfall Hjálparfoss. Today, it is ideal to try on quad-biking in the surreal landscape of the highlands before heading down the coast where you might wish to stop at a charming sea-side restaurant on your way to the volcanic wonderland of Reykjanes Peninsula. There are bubbling-hot springs, vast lava-fields, dramatic cliffs as well as the Blue Lagoon – an ideal place for relaxing and a perfect ending of your holiday. Stay the night in Reykjavik. Driving distance approx. 200km.
Highlights: Stöng, Gjáin, Hjálparfoss, Þjórsárdalur
Optional activities: bathing at the Blue Lagoon, Kayaking at Stokkseyri, visiting family-park , visiting Saltfish museum at Grindavík or museum of Icelandic Wonders at Stokkseyri.
Day 7: Departure
Transportation to Keflavik with FlyBus.
Please note:
This tour involves river crossings and in certain conditions suggested routs may become impassable on short notice. Travelers are responsible to check road conditions for each leg of their journey.
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All prices are per person and in Icelandic Krona (ISK).
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EXAMPLE PRICES
High Season
Budget
| Type of car | 1 Adult | 2 Adults | 3 Adults | 4 Adults |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | ISK 424400 | ISK 231350 | ISK 171133 | ISK 145475 |
| G | ISK 520900 | ISK 279600 | ISK 203300 | ISK 169600 |
Comfort
| Type of car | 1 Adult | 2 Adults | 3 Adults | 4 Adults |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | ISK 473000 | ISK 259550 | ISK 189433 | ISK 173675 |
| G | ISK 569500 | ISK 307800 | ISK 221600 | ISK 197800 |
Quality
| Type of car | 1 Adult | 2 Adults | 3 Adults | 4 Adults |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | ISK 527300 | ISK 296150 | ISK 217033 | ISK 210275 |
| G | ISK 623800 | ISK 344400 | ISK 249200 | ISK 234400 |
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
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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 through 31 August
Duration
7 Days / 6 Nights
Rental Cars
F Ford Explorer or similar (Automatic 4x4)
G Ford Expedition or similar (Automatic 4x4)
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Booking
Recommended booking advance is three weeks minimum.
Extra nights to this package can be added on request.
Other
It is possible to customize this package, for example by adding a day to explore other exciting parts of the highland interior such as Lakagígar Craters and Mt. Kerlingarfjöll area.
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