7 Days Self-drive | Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes and Reykjavik (Winter)

Welcome to Iceland! Pick up your car at Keflavik International Airport and start your adventure. Consider an optional visit to the famous Blue Lagoon, where you can relax in the warm, mineral-rich waters. The lagoon features an in-water mask booth, sauna, steam room, and an in-water bar. After a rejuvenating soak, head to your accommodation near Borgarnes for the night.

After breakfast, head to the Snæfellsnes peninsula, known as the Hidden Gem of the West. Visit the Ytri Tunga beach and seal colony, the picturesque Arnarstapi Fishing Village, and the iconic Búðakirkja, the Black Church of Búdir. Marvel at the unique Kirkjufell, “The Church Mountain”, and the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Experience the power of Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, and explore Reykholt, a significant historical location in Iceland. End the day with the stunning Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls before returning to your accommodation near Borgarnes.

Start the day with a visit to Þingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are moving apart. Explore the Geysir Geothermal Area, home to hundreds of colorful hot springs and two geysers. Marvel at the majestic Gullfoss Waterfall, where the melting water from Langjökull glacier falls into a deep canyon. Enjoy optional activities like snowmobiling, dog-sledding, geothermal bread baking, or a visit to the Kerid Volcano Crater. Spend the night in Hella.

Begin your day with a visit to the stunning Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. Continue to the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, where the Atlantic meets the unique basalt columns. Consider optional activities like a glacier hike in Sólheimajökull, a visit to the DC3 Plane Wreck, or a trip to the LAVA Centre, an interactive exhibition about volcanic activity and earthquakes. Spend the night in Hof/Kirkjubaejaklaustur.

Head to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a 200m deep glacial lagoon fed by Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe’s largest glacier. Consider a boat ride between the icebergs or a walk alongside the lagoon. Visit the Diamond Beach, where ice rocks sparkle like diamonds on the black sand. Optional activities include an Amphibian Boat Tour, Zodiac Tour, or a Blue Ice Cave Tour. Spend the night in Hella.

Spend the day exploring Reykjavik, Iceland's vibrant capital. Visit the Perlan glass dome for a 360-degree view of the city, the historic Höfði building, and the iconic Hallgrímskirkja church. Explore the city center around the Parliament building by Austurvöllur. Consider optional activities like the Wonders of Iceland & Áróra Northern Lights Show, a Northern Light Cruise, or a visit to Aurora Reykjavik. Spend the night in Reykjavik.

Enjoy your last day in Iceland at your leisure. You might want to do some last-minute shopping or explore more of Reykjavik before your flight back home.