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6 Day itinerary in Iceland, Europe

North Iceland & Snaefellsnes Fly & Drive

Embark on a 6-day adventure exploring the breathtaking landscapes of North Iceland and the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Begin in Reykjavik, discovering its iconic landmarks and vibrant culture. Fly to Akureyri in North Iceland and explore the wonders of Lake Myvatn, including bubbling geothermal areas, ... Read More

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By Preeti, Michele and Sonia

Overview

Physical Difficulty

Easy
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Recommended Age

Everyone

Operated in

English

GUIDANCE

On Some Day Trips

starting point

Keflavík International Airport

trip type

Private

trip attributes

Nature & Wildlife

Culture & Heritage

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Night

End

Highlights

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Westfjords

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West Iceland

3

Snaefellsnes

4

Reykjavik

Itinerary

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Day 1

place Reykjavik city

Highlights • The towering Hallgrimskirkja church, the best-known icon of Reykjavik • The Laugavegur main street and the town squares • Tjornin, the city pond and the charming old harbour • The Harpa Concert Hall, an architectural masterpiece • Solfar Sun Sculpture overlooking the coastline • Optional: Several interesting museums for history, art, whales depending on your interests • Optional: The Perlan building The world's northernmost capital is one of the cleanest, greenest and safest cities of the world. Spend the day in the capital exploring its charming downtown area, impressive landmarks and variety of museums. Depending on your interests, the city has a vibrant cultural and music scene, a variety of design shops and art galleries, and world-class restaurants. Here are some of our favourite things to do in and around Reykjavik: • Reykjavik walking tour (all year) (0+) • Reykjavik food walk (all year) (0+) • Whale watching tour (all year) (0+) • Helicopter tour (all year) (0+) • Puffin boat tour (May-Aug) (0+) • Sea angling tour (May-Sep) (0+) • Northern Lights cruise (Sep-Apr) (0+) • Imagine Peace Tower & Videy island tour (Oct-Dec, a few dates in Feb & Mar) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (3+) • FlyOver Iceland (all year) (5+) • Dog sledding (Jan-Mar) (6+) • Buggy safari (all year) (6+ with a rider) • ATV tour (all year) (6+ with a rider) • Horse riding tour (all year) (7+) • Inside the Volcano tour (May-Oct) (8+) • Sky Lagoon (all year) (12+)

Day 2

place The wonders of Lake Myvatn

Highlights • The bubbling geothermal landscape at Hverir and Leirhnjukur • Fascinating lava-rock formations at Dimmuborgir • Extraordinary Skutustadagigar pseudo craters • Grjotagja lava cave and spring, also featured in the Game of Thrones series • Optional: The impressive basalt columns and bright blue glacial river at Studlagil The volcanic Lake Myvatn area is surrounded by diverse natural wonders – including fascinating rock formations at the Dimmuborgir lava park, the unusual craters at Skutustadagigar, bubbling geothermal areas, the Viti and Hverfjall craters and the Grjotagja lava cave. The Studlagil canyon between North and East Iceland features some of the most impressive basalt column formations in Iceland. Here are some of our favourite activities around Lake Myvatn & Husavik: • Flatey island tour (all year) (0+) • Nature Baths (all year) (0+) • GeoSea Baths (all year) (0+) • Whale watching tour (Mar-Nov) (0+) • Whale & puffin watching tour (Apr-Aug) (0+) • Northern Lights tour (Sep-Mar) (0+) • All day super jeep tour to Askja (Jun-Oct) (6+) • Horse riding (all year) (7+) • Snowmobiling tour (Jan-Mar) (8+) • All day Lofthellir cave tour (Mar-Oct) (8+) • Special interest tours - birding, geology, culture & history

Day 3

place Dettifoss, Jokulsargljufur & Husavik

Highlights • The impressive Asbyrgi horseshoe-shaped canyon and the turquoise Botnstjorn pond • Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall • The 25km long Jokulsargljufur glacial river canyon • Vesturdalur valley with its peculiar geological formations • The fishing village of Husavik, known as the whale watching capital of Iceland The diamond circle route goes up north from the impressive Dettifoss waterfall to the equally spectacular Vesturdalur valley and Asbyrgi canyon. The offbeat Vesturdalur valley features fascinating geological wonders such as the Hljodaklettar basalt formations and colourful Raudholar hills. The basin of the horseshoe-shaped Asbyrgi has an incredibly beautiful pond and serene forest area. The fishing village of Husavik is best known as the whale watching capital of Iceland and is also home to the GeoSea geothermal sea baths. Here are some of our favourite activities around Lake Myvatn & Husavik: • Flatey island tour (all year) (0+) • Nature Baths (all year) (0+) • GeoSea Baths (all year) (0+) • Whale watching tour (Mar-Nov) (0+) • Whale & puffin watching tour (Apr-Aug) (0+) • Northern Lights tour (Sep-Mar) (0+) • All day super jeep tour to Askja (Jun-Oct) (6+) • Horse riding (all year) (7+) • Snowmobiling tour (Jan-Mar) (8+) • All day Lofthellir cave tour (Mar-Oct) (8+) • Special interest tours - birding, geology, culture & history

Day 4

place North West Iceland, Akureyri & Godafoss

Highlights • Godafoss, the picture-perfect waterfall of the gods • Akureyri town, the heart of North Iceland • Optional: Scenic drive along the coast of the Troll peninsula including the Siglufjordur fishing village • Optional: Detours in the Vatnsnes peninsula: Hvitserkur sea stack, Borgarvirki fortress & the Seal Centre Akureyri is the heart of North Iceland with a charming downtown area, several architectural sites, interesting museums and the beautiful Lystigardurinn botanical gardens. Nicknamed the beauty, the Godafoss waterfall is one of the prettiest waterfalls in Iceland. North West Iceland is an often-overlooked region with several options for lesser-visited detours in the Vatnsnes and Trollaskagi peninsulas - the colourful fishing village of Siglufjordur, the Hvitserkur sea stack and Borgarvirki fort amongst others. Look out for seals along the coastline of the Vatnsnes peninsula! Here are some of our favourite activities in North West Iceland & Akureyri: • Forest Lagoon (all year) (0+) • Beer spa (all year) (0+) • Whale watching tour (all year) (0+) • Dog sledding tour (Jan-Mar) (0+) • Northern Lights tour (Sep-Mar) (3+) • Horse riding tour (all year) (5+) • River rafting (Jun-Sep) (6+) • Drangey island boat tour (Jun-Aug) (6+) • Ziplining tour (May-Sep) (8+) • Kayaking tour (Jun-Sep) (12+) • Paddle boarding (Jun-Sep) (14+)

Day 5

place Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in miniature

Highlights • The mystical Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano • The photogenic Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall, also featured in the Game of Thrones series • The beaches and rock formations of Djupalonssandur, Hellnar and Arnarstapi • Berserkjahraun & Budahraun lava fields • Budir black church The 90-km long Snaefellsnes peninsula is often referred to as “Iceland in miniature”. Dominated by the majestic Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano, it offers an incredible variety of sights and hidden treasures - desolate lava fields and fascinating rock formations, windswept beaches with inspiring coastal views, orca whales and bird colonies. The picturesque Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall just outside of the Grundarfjordur town is a very popular icon of the region. Here are some of our favourite activities in the Snaefellsnes Peninsula: • Whale watching tour (Feb-Sep) (0+) • Puffin & bird watching tour (Jun-Aug, depending on the puffins) (0+) • Sea angling and bird watching tour (Jun-Aug) (0+) • Snaefellsjokull snow cat tour (Apr-Aug) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (5+) • Horse riding tour (all year) (7+) • Kayaking tour (Jun-Sep) (10+) • Biking tour (Jun-Sep) (14+)

Day 6

place West Iceland & Borgarfjordur

Highlights • Unique waterfalls of Hraunfossar & Barnafoss • Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring • Saga heritage at Reykholt village • The lava landscape Borgarfjordur, including the Grabrok crater • Optional: The fascinating Settlement Centre in Borgarnes • Optional: An exhilarating hike to see the 198m high Glymur waterfall The lava landscape of West Iceland is home to several lesser-known sights like the Grabrok crater and Glanni waterfall, just off road 1. A detour into the Borgarfjordur area will take you to the unique Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls and Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring. The village of Reykholt on the way is steeped in saga history with a medieval centre and the oldest hot spring in Iceland. Hikers must take the road into the Hvalfjordur fjord for the exhilarating hike along a canyon and through caves to the 198m-tall Glymur waterfall. Here are some of our favourite activities in West Iceland: • Horse farm visit (all year) (0+) • Krauma geothermal baths (all year) (0+) • Into the Glacier tour (all year) (0+) • Lava cave tour (all year) (0+) • Husafell Canyon Baths (all year) (5+) • Horse riding tour (all year) (6+) • Dog sledding (Jan-Mar) (6+) • Snowmobile + Into the Glacier (8+) • Hvammsvik hot springs (all year) (10+)

What’s Included

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  • 5 days station car rental (Kia Ceed Sportswagon or equivalent with
  • CDW insurance, additional driver, Keflavik airport pick up and drop off, wifi and emergency service)
  • Flight from Reykjavik to Akureyri
  • Bus transfer from Keflavik to Reykjavik

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  • Optional

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  • Optional

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  • Meals
  • Personal expenses
  • International flights
  • Car: extra insurances and fuel
  • Anything else not specifically included

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