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Waterfalls, Geysers and Glacier Lagoon

Waterfalls, Geysers and Glacier Lagoon

Discover the fascinating landscapes of West and South Iceland, while staying in quiet rural locations. This 6 days / 5 nights tour takes you on the famous 'Golden Circle' route and along the south coast where you will experience stunning waterfalls, volcanoes and glaciers along the way. You will also visit Snæfellsnes Peninsula for a picture-perfect moment at Kirkjufell Mountain and a visit into a deep and magnificent lava cave. Available from 1 May to 30 September.

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Included

  • Accommodation for 5 nights in comfort rooms with breakfast
  • Rental car for 6 days, with unlimited mileage and CDW insurance
  • Hey Guide app - your personal assistant, mapping and navigating your personalized journey and highlights of surrounding areas. Including a GPS Navigation system, recommendations along the way, Wi-Fi hotspot, helpful information, a messenger system to stay in touch with us, our Hey Guide will instantly become your best travel mate
  • Pick up/Drop off fee for the rental car at Keflavík International Airport
  • E-Itinerary with the tour map, location points, and pictures for you to view before you arrive.
  • Free Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Taxes and service fee 
  • Emergency phone line service

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Highlights

  • See waterfalls, charming villages and vast black sands along the beautiful South Coast
  • Admire Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
  • Take your own photo of Kirkjufell Mountain
  • The largest volcano and earthquake exhibition in Iceland
  • A visit to an 8000-year-old lava cave
  • Staff recommendations for excellent activities

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Itinerary

Day 1 | South Iceland

Pick up your rental car at Keflavík airport upon arrival. Visit the spectacular Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa on the way from Keflavík International Airport (depending on your arrival time). Head along the South Shore road and stop by the pretty coastal villages of Stokkseyri and Eyrarbakki. Continue towards Hveragerði town where nearby Eldhestar and Sólhestar offer horseback riding tours in a landscape of lava fields, natural hot springs, volcanoes and mountains.

Accommodation in the Selfoss/Hella area.

Day 2 | The South Coast

Visit the famous 'Golden Circle' sights; Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Hot Spring area and Gullfoss Waterfall. Further along the coast you will see the picturesque waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss and visit the largest volcano and earthquake exhibition in Iceland. Head for the village of Vík, enjoy walking on a black sand beach and admire the majestic bird cliff Dyrhólaey.

Accommodation in the Vík/Kirkjubæjarklaustur area.

Day 3 | Vatnajökull National Park

Continue to Skaftafell which part of Vatnajökull national park, with its beautiful contrasting landscapes of glaciers, black sands and lush green valleys. View the spectacular Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. You can also opt to take an adventurous snowmobile tour on Mýrdalsjökull Glacier.

Accommodation in the Skógafoss/Vík area.

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Day 4 | Borgarfjörður

In Borgarfjörður district visit Hraunfossar waterfall where water streams out from the edges of the lava field and see the Iceland‘s most powerful hot spring, Deildartunguhver.

Accommodation in the Borgarnes area.

Day 5 | Snæfellsnes

A morning visit to the Vatnshellir lava cave is a unique experience. Stop for a photo moment at the famous Kirkjufell mountain. The beautiful sights of Snæfellsnes such as Djúpalónssandur black pebble beach, Lóndrangar cliffs, and Arnarstapi with its stunning sea cliffs.

Accommodation in the Borgarnes area.

Day 6 | Reykjavík Area

Enjoy spending the last day of your trip in Reykjavík, the capital city. Reykjavík is a safe, clean, and vibrant city that has great museums, historic attractions, galleries, shops, open-air geothermal swimming pools and much more - so there is something for all to enjoy. While exploring the city, a taste of delicious Icelandic cuisine can be found in a variety of exciting restaurants located all over the city.

 

TripAdvisor reviews

Wonderful Service and Assistance Hey Iceland was a huge help in planning our first trip to Iceland. They have an exceptional knowledge of the country and were able to help us form our own customized itinerary for a self-drive tour. Their feedback allowed us to visit all of our preferred sights, reduce driving time, and they made excellent suggestions on activities and locations we would not have otherwise considered. Their access to comfortable and clean guest houses made for exceptional accommodations, each with their own local flavor.
FjordsOrBust, Arlington, MA

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