Classic Round Trip (Self Drive)
8 Days Self Drive Tour from Reykjavik

Features and Inclusions

  • 7 nights accommodation with private facilities

  • 7 breakfasts

  • Detailed travel itinerary in English

  • Emergency phone number access service

  • Not Included: Rental Car, detailed road maps, entrance fees and activities, travel guide books

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Departures and Prices 2012

Starting Daily from

May 1 - May 31, 2012

September 1 - September 30, 2012

Standard Class Hotel

Per Room Twin

$ 1531.00

Per Room Single

$ 1988.00

Comfort Class Hotel

Per Room Twin

$ 1662.00

Per Room Single

$ 2030.00

Superior Class Hotel

Per Room Twin

$ 2912.00

Per Room Single

$ 3976.00

 

Starting Daily from

June 1 - August 31, 2012

Standard Class Hotel

Per Room Twin

$ 1915.00

Per Room Single

$ 2478.00

Comfort Class Hotel

Per Room Twin

$ 2082.00

Per Room Single

$ 2548.00

Superior Class Hotel

Per Room Twin

$ 3650.00

Per Room Single

$ 4970.00

 

 

 

ITINERARY

Day 1: Reykjavik (49km)
Arrival and overnight in Reykjavik/Keflavik. (O)

Day 2: Going North (410km)
Explore the saga valley of Borgarfjörður in West Iceland and climb Grábrók volcano in the Bifröst area. Continue to Skagafjördur, valley of the horses and sagas. Here you find the Glaumbær turf farm & folk museum and the Viðimýri church, one of the most beautiful examples of traditional turf church architecture. Overnight in Eyjafjördur area, North Iceland. (B/O)

Day 3: Lake Myvatn (200-220km)
Akureyri is the capital of North Iceland and we recommend a visit to the old town, the modern church and botanical garden. Continue to Godafoss, the waterfall of the Gods. Lake Myvatn offers a wide spectrum of volcanic and geological features, abundant bird life and a wealth of walking trails. Overnight at Lake Myvatn, Husavik, Eyjafjördur area, North Iceland. (B/O)

Day 4: Going East (240-300km)
Travel east over Jökuldalsheiði moorland plateau, lava and sand desert. Possible detour to Dettifoss waterfall, subject to season. Egilsstaðir is the center of East Iceland, located at Lögurinn Lake and not far from Hallormsstaður woods and Hengifoss, Iceland's 2nd highest waterfall. Overnight in East Iceland. (B/O)

Day 5: Vatnajokull National Park (400km)

Travel the scenic route along the dramatic fjord landscape and fishing villages of East Iceland before reaching Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier and National Park. We recommend a boat tour between icebergs on Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon and a short hike in Skaftafell National Park. Overnight in Skaftafell, Kirkjubaejarklaustur area. (B/O)

Day 6: South Shore (240km)

A beautiful drive with many natural wonders awaits you today as you head across the Laki lava field, pass the waterfalls Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. The bird cliffs of Dyrhólaey and Reynisfjara are simply amazing. We recommend also a stroll on the black lava beaches of Vík. Overnight in Hella/Selfoss area. (B/O) 

Day 7: Golden Circle (230km)

Today's program is called Golden Circle with Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring and Thingvellir National Park. Take some time to explore Reykjavik, Iceland's capital. Overnight in Reykjavik/Keflavik. (B/O)

Day 8: Departure (49km)

Depart for home.

This self drive tour is also available upon request for 9 days and 15 days. 

Also available upon request 8 and 15 day self drive tour to/from Seydisfjordur for 8 & 15 days.

B=Breakfast; D=Dinner; O=Overnight                                            gitsj001

 

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