Self-Drive: Iceland Grand Tour (12 days) Toyota Aygo - Standard Accommodation
ID: GYG721833-1174555
Category:
Country: Iceland
Duration:
12 days
Description
An unforgettable 12-day circle tour around Iceland, including Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Explore all the highlights at a leisurely pace.
Go on an unforgettable 12-day journey through Iceland. Experience the majestic waterfalls, black sand beaches, and rugged coastlines of the South Shore and East Fjords. Marvel at the spectacular icebergs of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the dramatic landscapes of Vatnajökull National Park.
Explore the cultural richness of Akureyri, the tranquillity of Lake Mývatn, and the mythical Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Conclude your adventure with the historic and geological wonders of the Golden Circle before departing from Reykjavík. This tour combines Iceland's best in scenic drives, cultural insights, and natural beauty.
Day 1: Arrival
Collect your rental car at the airport and drive through the Reykjanes Peninsula’s lava fields. Spend the night in Reykjavík.
Day 2: South Shore
Visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, Dyrhólaey promontory, and Reynisfjara black sand beach. End the day in the village of Vík í Mýrdal.
Day 3: Vatnajökull National Park
Drive to Vatnajökull National Park. Explore Skaftafell, Svartifoss waterfall, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, and Diamond Beach. Spend the night in Höfn.
Day 4: East Fjords
Travel through the East Fjords to Egilsstaðir, visiting charming villages like Djúpivogur and Fáskrúðsfjörður. Experience the region’s dramatic landscapes.
Day 5: Egilsstaðir Environs
Visit Seyðisfjörður and Bakkagerði. Explore Skriðuklaustur monastery, Hengifoss waterfall, and relax at Vök Baths.
Day 6: The Diamond Circle
Travel west to Dettifoss waterfall and Ásbyrgi canyon. Continue to Húsavík for whale watching and end the day at Lake Mývatn.
Day 7: Lake Mývatn
Explore Lake Mývatn’s Krafla area, Námaskarð geothermal area, Mývatn Nature Baths, Grjótagjá cave, Hverfjall volcano, Dimmuborgir lava formations, and Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters.
Day 8: Akureyri & Skagafjörður
Visit Goðafoss waterfall and explore Akureyri’ s attractions. Travel to Skagafjörður valley, known for horse breeding and historical significance.
Day 9: Borgarfjörður
Drive to Borgarfjörður. Visit Reykholt, Deildartunguhver hot spring, Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, and the Settlement Centre in Borgarnes.
Day 10: Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Visit Gerðuberg basalt columns, Ytri Tunga beach, Arnarstapi and Hellnar villages, Snæfellsjökull National Park, Djúpalónssandur beach, and Kirkjufell mountain.
Day 11: Golden Circle
Visit Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall. Return to Reykjavík.
Day 12: Departure
Drive to Keflavík International Airport and return your rental car, concluding your Icelandic adventure.
Accommodation Categories:
Standard: Guesthouses and 3-star equivalent hotels.
Comfort: 4-star hotels in Reykjavík, best hotels available in countryside.
All rooms are standard.
Highlights
- A 12-day self-driving around the picturesque island of Iceland
- Discover the south shore of Iceland and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- Explore the one-of-a-kind Lake Mývatn region and Húsavík for whale watching
- Drive along the Golden Circle, visiting Geysir, Gullfoss and Þingvellir
- Enjoy the diversity of Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the history of Borgarfjörður
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Standard Accommodation: Guesthouses and 3-star equivalent hotels.
Comfort Accommodation: 4-star hotels in Reykjavík, best hotels available in countryside.
All rooms are standard.
Once you clear customs and enter the arrivals hall, the car rental shuttle parking space is right outside – next to “Flybus Parking”. This shuttle will take you to the Rental Car Area where Blue Car Rental will be your second stop on its route. Quite convenient and easy to find.
The shuttle runs from 06:00 – 18:00 every day with approximately 15 minutes intervals. If you are picking up after 18:00 we ask you to walk over to our delivery office. Simply exit the airport on the departure side and there you can see our delivery office across the parking lot.
Our delivery office at the Keflavik International Airport is located within 4 minutes walking distance from the airport at Blikavellir 3. Renters are also more than welcome to take the walk over to us during the day.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
