Cheap 4-Day Iceland Road Trip from Reykjavík to Borgarnes and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through Iceland starts when you reach the incredible city of Reykjavík, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Reykjavík and begin your adventure in Iceland.

Reykjavík is a popular cheap holiday destination in Iceland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Reykjavik and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Sun Voyager will make your cheap holiday in Iceland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating sculpture that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,294 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Reykjavík. An excellent example is the popular Icelandic Street Food. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,028 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Iceland is Old Iceland. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Sjávargrillið. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,167 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Íslenski barinn is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,036 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Reykjavík we recommend is Matarkjallarinn - Foodcellar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 638 customers.

KRÖST is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 635 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Iceland!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Iceland, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Reykjavík and end your day in the city of Borgarnes, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Reykjavík is the amazing Hallgrímskirkja. This travel destination is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,728 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Rainbow Street. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,735 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Reykjavík is likely to make your vacation in Iceland even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Reykjavík is the outstanding Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre. This art gallery has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,419 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Iceland, drop by the popular FlyOver Iceland. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,070 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Perlan. This architectural structure is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,711 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Iceland. To have the best affordable travel experience in Iceland, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Iceland unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Iceland.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Borgarnes. Borgarnes is another cheap travel destination in Iceland where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Iceland can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Borgarnes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Borgarnes is La Colina Pizzeria. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 502 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Borgarnes, Rock´n´ Troll Café (Fossatún Country Hotel) is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 376 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Brúarás Geo Center - Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Borgarnes enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 107 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Borgarnes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Iceland. For example, you can visit Bara Borgarnes. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 242 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is B59 Hótel. This popular bar in Borgarnes has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 324 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Iceland!

Day 3 of your road trip across Iceland offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Akranes and the enchanting Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Akranes and end the day in Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Iceland will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Akranes is the magnificent Old Akranes Lighthouse. Around 1,036 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Akranes, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic region of Sveitarfélagið Ölfus.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Raufarhólshellir. This popular site is a valued lava tube in Sveitarfélagið Ölfus and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,670 visitors.

Another must-visit in Sveitarfélagið Ölfus is the spectacular The Geothermal Exhibition. This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,006 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River to make your cheap holiday experience in Sveitarfélagið Ölfus truly special. This park and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,267 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring more, check out the fantastic must-see tourist destination, Hveradalir Geothermal Area. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 412 travelers, the magnificent Hveradalir Geothermal Area offers visitors an experience to remember.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Iceland. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Iceland. Make your cheap holiday experience in Iceland more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Reykjavík offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Iceland. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Reykjavík offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Iceland.

Forréttabarinn is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 762 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Reykjavík is Lamb street food, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Café Loki offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Reykjavík. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,313 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Reykjavík’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Lebowski Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Reykjavík offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,458 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Laundromat Cafe, another of locals’ go-to bars in Reykjavík. The Laundromat Cafe is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,938 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bastard Brew & Food is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Reykjavík. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 981 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Iceland with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Iceland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Iceland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Reykjavík.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Iceland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Reykjavík is the remarkable Laugardalslaug. This top-tier point of interest and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,921 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Reykjavík, consider a top-rated restaurant like Apotek Restaurant. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,295 customers.

101 Reykjavik Street Food is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,639 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Grillmarkaðurinn. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,726 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Iceland and your fun memories in Reykjavík.

You’ll then say farewell to Reykjavík and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Iceland!