Around Iceland in 11 days self drive

from £1,150 per person

Visit the pearls of Iceland, the most attractive places on the island. Iceland is known for the hot springs, glaciers, waterfalls, geothermal blue lagoon, vibrant culture, just to name few.

The drive takes you to many of Iceland's richest natural treasures and you will explore the various landscape of the island. A relaxed tour where you get in touch with places like the world heritage Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, the great Geysir hot spring area, Goðafoss waterfall, Lake Mývatn and surroundings, Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, Vatnajökull glacier and many more.

From price is based on group A car (Toyota Yaris or similar) and twin share accommodation on low season (May and September); supplement applies to June-August. The price includes return economy class flights, all airport taxes, return airport transfers, group A car hire for 10 days and 10 nights accommodation around Iceland in a twin/double room inc. breakfast. Triple room for 2 adults and 1 child and car upgrade to 4WD are on request; please contact us for prices.

Departures every day from May to September 2010.

ITINERARY

Day 1

Fly with a scheduled airline to Reykjavik. After arrival transfer to your centrally located hotel in Reykjavik.

Day 2

Pick up your rental car and head towards Reykholt. Explore the scenic Whale fjord and the saga valley Borgarfjörður. Two nights at Fosshótel Reykholt or similar.

Day 3

Explore Snæfellsnes peninsula with its snow-capped volcano, stunning coastline, lava fields and bird colonies.

Day 4

Drive north to Skagafjörður, the valley of the horses and home of Glaumbær turf farm. Overnight at Fosshótel Dalvik North Iceland or similar.

Day 5

Visit the island of Hrísey or enjoy an option whale watching cruise at Eyjafjörður fjord. Explore Akureyri, the capital of North Iceland, and Goðafoss, the waterfall of the gods. Overnight for two nights in Northeast Iceland at Fosshotel Husavik or Fosshotel Laugar or similar.

Day 6

Explore the sights of Lake Myvatn and optional evening whale watching cruise from Husavík, the "Whale Watching Capital of Europe" (June-August).

Day 7

Long drive to Egilsstaðir and along the scenic fjords of East Iceland. Overnight in Fosshotel Vatnajökull near Höfn or similar.

Day 8

Enjoy Vatnajökull glacier, including a glacial lagoon and Skaftafell National Park. Overnight at Fosshotel Skaftafell or similar.

Day 9

Drive along the south coast and witness many natural wonders such as a black lava beaches, waterfalls and glaciers. Overnight in the area of Hella at Fosshótel Mosfell or similar.

Day 10

The Golden Circle; Visit Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs and Thingvellir National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Drive to Reykjavik and drop off the rental car. Overnight in Reykjavík.

Day 11

After breakfast free time to further explore the city centre followed by return transfer to Keflavik airport for your flight home. We recommend return transfer via Blue Lagoon.

Hotel, Activity and Local Information

Fosshotels

Fosshótels or similar are simple 2- or 3-star tourist class hotels. Some of the hotels are used as boarding schools or student accommodation during the wintertime. For rooms without private facilities, we also use guesthouse accommodation such as Inns of Iceland. All rooms are either double/twin or single. Triple rooms are normally double rooms with one extra bed, and therefore only recommended for 2 adults + 1 child.

Activities and Local Information
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