12 Days Iceland Ring Road Tour in a Motorhome

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Summary

Starts
Keflavik
Duration
12 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on a 12-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland, a country known for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the diverse wonders of this Nordic island, from its geothermal hot springs and majestic waterfalls to its vibrant cities and quaint fishing villages. You'll have the chance to relax in the famous Blue Lagoon, marvel at the iconic Kirkjufell mountain, explore the historic Snæfellsnes peninsula, and witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights. Along the way, you'll enjoy a variety of activities, including whale-watching, beer spa, glacier hiking, and more. With comfortable accommodations and expert guides, this tour offers an unforgettable Icelandic adventure.

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Included

Premium Protection Insurance with zero excess

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12 days motorhome rental

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Motorhome fully equipped with a tablet offering 4G internet connection, cooking and eating utensils i.e. pots and pans for cooking, coffee strainer, bread knives, broom and dust pan, table and chair camping set.

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Detailed e-Itinerary with the tour map, location points, and pictures for you to view before you arrive.

24-hour road-side assistance

Personal travel designer and agent to assist you throughout the trip

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Map

Attractions

photo of view of Mývatn, Reykjahlíð, Iceland.Mývatn
photo of Green Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon, near Kirkjubæjarklaustur village, South Coast of Iceland.Fjaðrárgljúfur
photo of view of Akureyrarkirkja Lutheran Church This is an important and popular landmark of Akureyri city in Northern Iceland.Akureyrarkirkja
photo of goðafoss waterfall (waterfall of the Gods) is one of the most beautiful in Iceland. Located just off the ring road, no one should pass this beauty without a visit.Goðafoss
Great Geysir
Diamond BeachDiamond Beach
Malarrif Lighthouse, Snæfellsbær, Western Region, IcelandMalarrif Lighthouse
photo of A different perspective on famous Litlanesfoss waterfall near Hengifoss, in eastern Iceland.Litlanesfoss
HverirHverir
photo of view of Leiksvæði í hellisgerði, Hafnarfjörður.Hellisgerði
photo of beautiful cliffs and deep fissure in thingvellir national park. Southern Iceland.Thingvellir National Park
Seljalandsfoss
photo of skogafoss waterfall in southern Iceland during a summer day.Skógafoss
photo of big pieces of ice (floe) from glacier in the lake, ice islands, glacier and mountains, Jökulsárlón - Glacier lagoon.Jökulsárlón
photo of Drekkingarhylur waterfall in Þingvellir National Park,Iceland Iceland.Drekkingarhylur
photo of Tourist ride horse at Kirkjufell mountain landscape and waterfall in Iceland summer. Kirjufell is the beautiful landmark and the most photographed destination which attracts people to visit Iceland.c,Grundarfjörður iceland.Kirkjufell
Hraunfossar Waterfall, Borgarbyggð, Western Region, IcelandHraunfossar
photo of Reykjavik, Iceland, May 27, 2023: the perlan museum of Iceland in a hot water tank with a restaurant on the top.Perlan
HengifossHengifoss
photo of hallgrímskirkja is a lutheran (Church of Iceland) church in Reykjavík It is the largest church in Iceland and the tallest structures in Iceland .There is an colorful aurora borealis in background.Hallgrímskirkja
photo of View of famous Svartifoss (Black Fall) in Skaftafell National Park, southeast Iceland.Svartifoss
Búðakirkja, Snæfellsbær, Western Region, IcelandBúðakirkja
photo of Studlagil basalt canyon, Jokulsa a Dal River. Iceland, Europe. One of the most wonderfull hidden place and nature sightseeing. Famous tourist landscape with basalt rock formations. Stuðlagil Canyon Main Access
photo of Iceland, Gullfoss waterfall. Captivating scene with rainbow of gullfoss waterfall that is most powerful waterfall in Iceland and Europe. Picturesque summer scene with amazing Icelandic waterfall.Gullfoss
PHOTO OF The old lighthouse in Garður at Reykjanes Peninsula Iceland during sunset or sunrise. Travel photo. Popular tourist attraction in Iceland .Garður Old Lighthouse
photo of Natural hot spring in Iceland .Deildartunguhver
SeyðisfjarðarkirkjaSeyðisfjarðarkirkja

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Iceland and Visit to Blue Lagoon

Day 1: Arrival in Iceland and Visit to Blue Lagoon

  • Garður Old Lighthouse
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Welcome to Iceland! Upon your arrival, your guide will greet you and kickstart your Icelandic adventure. Your first stop is the famous Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa known for its warm, mineral-rich waters. Here, you can unwind and recharge, making use of the in-water mask booth, sauna, steam room, and in-water bar. After a relaxing day at the Blue Lagoon, we'll head to the town of Borganes where you'll spend the night.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploration of Snæfellsnes Peninsula

  • Arnarstapi
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  • Malarrif Lighthouse
  • Drekkingarhylur
  • Kirkjufell
  • Hraunfossar
  • Búðakirkja
  • Deildartunguhver
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After breakfast, we'll set off to explore the hidden gem of the West, the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Our first stop is Kirkjufell, an iconic mountain that has become the landmark of Snæfellsnes. Next, we'll visit the Black Church of Búðir, a tiny church sitting alone among a field of lava rocks. We'll then explore Arnarstapi Fishing Village, known for its beautiful coastal cliffs, and Ytri Tunga beach, home to a friendly seal colony. We'll also visit Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, and Reykholt, one of Iceland's most important historical locations. Our day ends with a visit to the beautiful waterfalls of Hraunfossar and Barnafoss. We'll spend the night near Borganes.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Visit to Hvitserkur and Troll Peninsula

  • Akureyri
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Today, we'll journey to the north of Iceland, starting with a visit to Hvitserkur, a 15-meter-tall basalt island that resembles a dragon or rhino. We'll then explore the adventurous Troll Peninsula, known for its high mountains, green valleys, lakes, and sea. Here, you can enjoy whale-watching in Eyjafjordur bay, home to humpback whales, mink whales, and dolphins. For a unique experience, take a dip in a warm beer and beer yeast at a local Beer Spa. We'll spend the night in Akureyri, the capital of the north.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Exploration of Akureyri and Surroundings

  • Akureyri
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  • Mývatn
  • Akureyrarkirkja
  • Goðafoss
  • Hverir
  • Stuðlagil Canyon Main Access
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We'll start the day with a city tour of Akureyri, also known as the city of love. We'll visit interesting places like the Christmas House and Akureyrarkirkja. Then, we'll head to Goðafoss, a spectacular waterfall, and explore the area around Lake Mývatn. Our next stop is Hverir, a geothermal hotspot known for its boiling mud pools and steaming fumaroles. If you visit during the summer, we'll take a detour to Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall, and Stuðlagil Canyon, a picturesque canyon lined by basalt columns. We'll spend the night in Egilsstaðir.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Exploration of East Iceland

  • Egilsstaðir
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  • Litlanesfoss
  • Hengifoss
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Today, we'll explore the natural beauty of East Iceland. Our first stop is Hallormsstaður Forest, the largest forest in Iceland, perfect for some light hiking. We'll then travel along Lake Lagarfljót, where you might spot the mythical worm-like creature said to live in the lake. Next, we'll hike up to Hengifoss, a waterfall falling over striated rock. If you're up for more hiking, you can take an 8km hike around the waterfall circle at Laugarfell, where you can see five waterfalls and one canyon. We'll spend the night in Egilsstaðir.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Journey along the Eastfjords

  • Höfn
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  • Seyðisfjarðarkirkja
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We'll start the day driving along the scenic Eastfjords of Iceland, home to wild reindeers. During the summer, we'll take a detour to Borgarfjörðarhöfn to visit the puffins. We'll also visit Eggin í Gleðivík, where giant sculptures of bird eggs line the coast, and an old Viking village situated right beside the picturesque Vestrahorn and Stokksnes. We'll spend the night in Hofn, known as the Lobster Capital of Iceland.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Visit to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach

Day 7: Visit to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach

  • Diamond Beach
  • Jökulsárlón
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We'll start the day by heading to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a 200m deep glacial lagoon filled with icebergs from Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe's largest glacier. You can choose to take a boat ride between the icebergs or walk alongside the lagoon for stunning views. Across the road, we'll visit Diamond Beach, a black sand beach full of smaller ice rocks sparkling like diamonds in the daylight. We'll spend the night in Skaftafell.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Visit to Svartifoss, Eldhraun, and Reynisfjara

Day 8: Visit to Svartifoss, Eldhraun, and Reynisfjara

  • Fjaðrárgljúfur
  • Svartifoss
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We'll start the day with a hike to Svartifoss, known as the black waterfall, where water falls between basalt columns. We'll also visit the Eldhraun lava field, the largest lava field in the world. Then, we'll head to Reynisfjara, the black sand beach where the massive waves of the Atlantic meet the unique basalt columns in the cliffs above the sand. If you visit during the summer, you can see puffins and dozens of other unique bird species nesting on top of these cliffs. We'll spend the night in Vik.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Visit to Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss

  • Rangárþing ytra
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  • Seljalandsfoss
  • Skógafoss
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Today, we'll visit two of Iceland's most famous waterfalls. First, we'll head to Skógafoss, a picturesque waterfall tucked in a little gorge. You can climb the staircase to the shelf above the waterfall for stunning views. Next, we'll visit Seljalandsfoss, where you can make a short hike behind the falls. The scene behind the fall and the trembling ground from the power of the falling water makes for an unforgettable experience. We'll spend the night in Hella/Hvolsvollur.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Visit to Þingvellir National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss

  • Reykjavik
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  • Great Geysir
  • Thingvellir National Park
  • Gullfoss
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We'll start the day by visiting Þingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are moving away from each other. Next, we'll head to the Geysir geothermal area, home to hundreds of colorful hot springs and two geysers. Our last stop of the day is Gullfoss, a majestic waterfall that falls into a deep canyon. We'll spend the night in Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: City Tour of Reykjavik

  • Reykjavik
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  • Hellisgerði
  • Perlan
  • Hallgrímskirkja
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Today, we'll take a city tour of Reykjavik, covering the city's top attractions. We'll visit Perlan, a glass dome offering a 360-degree view of the city, and Höfði, an old building where an important summit between former U.S. President Ronald Reagan and former U.S.S.R. Secretary General Mikhail Gorbachev took place in 1986. We'll also visit Hallgrímskirkja, a church whose design was inspired by basalt lava columns. We'll spend the night in Reykjavik.

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Day 12

Day 12 – Day 12: Departure Day

  • Reykjavik - Departure day
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This is your last day in Iceland. You can spend the day at your leisure, shopping or exploring Reykjavik before your flight back home. We hope you enjoyed your journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland and take home unforgettable memories.

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