Cheap 7-Day Iceland Road Trip from Reykjavík to Borgarnes

Your exciting road trip through Iceland starts when you reach the incredible city of Reykjavík, where you'll stay for 3 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 Laugardalslaug will make your cheap holiday in Iceland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,921 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!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Reykjavík, proving that cheap holidays in Iceland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary FlyOver Iceland. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,070 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular National Museum of Iceland. This popular place of interest is a stunning national museum that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,088 visitors.

To make your trip to Reykjavík more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Perlan. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,711 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Perlan is often mentioned in Iceland road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Reykjavík Botanic Garden is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This botanical garden and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 653 reviews.

Your discovery of Reykjavík does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Reykjavík on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Iceland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Iceland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Forréttabarinn, one of the best restaurants in Reykjavík. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 762 reviews.

You can also check out Lamb street food. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 726 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Café Loki. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,313 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Reykjavík.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Reykjavík for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Lebowski Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,458 customers.

The Laundromat Cafe is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,938 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Bastard Brew & Food. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 981 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Reykjavík.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Reykjavík!

On day 3 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 3 nights. 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 Rainbow Street. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,735 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible The Icelandic Phallological Museum (Hið Íslenzka Reðasafn). Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,991 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum 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 The Sun Voyager. This attraction, an amazing sculpture, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,294 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Hallgrímskirkja. This church building is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,728 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.

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

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Selvallafoss. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 316 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum. This popular place of interest is a stunning museum that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,073 visitors.

Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Iceland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Iceland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Krauma, one of the best restaurants in Borgarnes. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 660 reviews.

You can also check out Hraunsnef Country Hotel. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 314 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Englendingavík. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 300 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Borgarnes.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Borgarnes for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at B59 Hótel and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 324 customers.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Borgarnes!

Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Hólmavík, proving that cheap holidays in Iceland can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 643 travelers.

Your discovery of Hólmavík does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Hólmavík on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Iceland.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Iceland, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Fosshotel Reykholt, one of the best restaurants in Borgarnes. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 353 reviews.

You can also check out Hótel Hamar. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 315 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Grill 66. With an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 58 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Borgarnes.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Borgarnes for an after-dinner drink.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Borgarnes!

On day 6 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 Akranes and end your day in the city of Reykjavík, 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 Akranes is the amazing Old Akranes Lighthouse. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,036 visitors.

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 Reykjavík. Reykjavík 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 Reykjavík that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Reykjavík is Apotek Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,295 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Reykjavík, 101 Reykjavik Street Food 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 1,639 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Grillmarkaðurinn. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Reykjavík enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,726 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Reykjavík’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Iceland. For example, you can visit Sæta Svínið Gastropub. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Kol Restaurant. This popular bar in Reykjavík has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 931 bar-goers.

You can also go to Fish Market as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Fish Market is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 802 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Iceland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 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 Ingólfur Square. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,001 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Reykjavík, consider a top-rated restaurant like Fish Company. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

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!