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7 day Self-drive tour | Winter Wonders and Delicious Detours

Name: 7 day Self-drive tour | Winter Wonders and Delicious Detours
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 1325.76 USD
Availability: InStock

Country:

Iceland

Flight:

Not included

Favorite

Tour id:

171036

Operator:

Iceland Travel
Length:

7 days
Group size:

4 pax
Age:

1 to 99
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

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Itinerary

Indulge yourself and enjoy South and West Iceland’s natural wonders, Viking history and suggested culinary delights on this popular winter self-drive.

Tour program

Day 1

Arrival

Arrival in Iceland – The world’s northernmost capital city – Reykjavik’s best restaurantsOnce you have landed at Keflavik Airport in Iceland, please pick up your luggage and head through customs. Collect your rental car at the airport and proceed to your hotel in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is yours to rest and use at your own leisure. Please note check-in for most hotels begins at 14:00 (2:00pm)Overnight in Reykjavik.Approximate distance: 50 km / 30 milesOur Iceland Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: Pop by Café Loki, a small and friendly family-run café located across from Hallgrimskirkja Church in the center of Reykjavik. The restaurant’s cuisine is inspired by traditional Icelandic home recipes that have been passed on from one generation to the next. Discover Iceland’s version of street food: upmarket, food-truck style kiosks. Hlemmur Food Hall is near the main shopping street, Laugavegur. Grandi Matthöll is in the Grandi neighborhood of the Old Harbor, Posthús and Hafnartorg food halls and bars are situated downtown. Join the Reykjavik Food Walk, a small-group guided tour of the old city area. During the trip you’ll visit several restaurants to sample delicious food that are typical of everyday Icelandic favorites.

Start point

Keflavik International Airport / Keflavíkurflugvöllur (KEF), Keflavíkurflugvelli, Sandgerði, Southern Peninsula Region 235, Iceland

Day 2

Gullfoss, Geysir and the South Coast

Thundering waterfalls – Bubbling geysers – Black sand beaches Breakfast at your hotel. Head out of the city, where you’ll explore some of the Golden Circle and South shore areas. Drive to Gullfoss waterfall and the nearby Geysir hot spring area. Continue your trip along the south coast, viewing highlights such as Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls. On a clear day you might glimpse majestic Eyjafjallajökull, the site of the (in)famous volcanic eruption in 2010. This region is one of Iceland’s best farming districts, providing geothermal vegetables and some of Iceland’s best known dairy and meat products.Overnight in the Vik area. The location of the overnight stay may vary depending on availability at time of booking, you will however be able to see all the highlights mentioned in the itinerary.Approximate distance: 300 km / 186 milesOur Iceland Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: The small café at Fontana Geothermal Baths bakes traditional sweet rye bread using the earth’s natural geothermal heat. You can watch as the bread is removed from its cooking tins in the ground and taste it fresh with plenty of Icelandic butter and smoked Arctic trout (this experience must be pre-booked). We also suggest the lunch buffet with healthy Icelandic homestyle food made with ingredients from nearby farms and greenhouses. Efstidalur II traditional dairy farm is just a 10-minute drive from Gullfoss waterfall. The farm’s restaurant features cuisine with locally sourced beef and vegetables, as well as homemade milk products such as ice cream, feta cheese and skyr (a thick, low-fat yogurt-like product). During your visit, you can watch the dairy cows through a big window in the dairy barn. Friðheimar is a charming greenhouse farm and horse ranch near Fluðir. Clean geothermal and hydroelectric energy provides resources to grow many types of organic vegetables such as tomatoes and bell peppers. The greenhouse café offers Friðheimar’s famous tomato soup, fresh bread, and salsas. In order to guarantee a table, please call ahead in advance for a reservation.

Day 3

Skaftafell - Jökulsárlon - Vik

Glacier National Park – Iceberg Lagoon – Europe’s Largest GlacierBreakfast at your hotel. Today you’ll be in the area of the largest national park in Western Europe: Vatnajökull National Park. First, you’ll drive past the largest single lava flow in the world in recorded history, Eldhraun. You’ll also cross over vast sand plains created by glacial washes. Visit the majestic Skaftafell area of Vatnajökull National Park, named after Europe’s largest glacier. The area is ringed by glaciers offers good winter hiking possibilities. You can even join a guided hiking tour taking you onto a glacier, an unforgettable experience. Continue to the shimmering icebergs of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Nearby is the Diamond Beach, which has become quite famous in the social media community.Overnight in the Vik area. The location of the overnight stay may vary depending on availability at time of booking, you will however be able to see all the highlights mentioned in the itinerary.Approximate distance: 395 km / 245 milesOur Iceland Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: Þorbergur Cultural Centre honors one of Iceland’s beloved authors, Þorbergur Þorðarson. The center’s building resembles a giant shelf of books, a unique photo opportunity. The Hali restaurant has become famous among Icelanders for its traditional Icelandic specialties, especially its arctic char (trout) sourced from a nearby farm. If you’re itching for barbecue and a cold beer the Smiðjan Brugghus in Vik specializes in their own craft beer, along with other Icelandic labels. Their barbecue and grill items include slow-cooked barbecued ribs and pulled pork, great burgers, along with legendary french fries that are “possibly made by unicorns.”

Day 4

ingvellir - Borgarfjörður

National Park of Geological Wonders – Lava Waterfalls – Powerful Hot SpringBreakfast at your hotel. Drive to the UNESCO-listed Þingvellir National Park, site of the ancient Icelandic parliament and a jewel of nature. The park itself is situated in a stunning volcanic landscape of mountains and lava flows on the edge of Iceland's largest lake. You can enjoy the unique experience of walking between continents on a path leading through the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Continue to charming Borgarfjörður fjord, a region known for local culinary and craft traditions. Visit the remarkably beautiful Hraunfoss and Barnafoss waterfalls and Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in Europe. We recommend a visit to the nearby Krauma natural geothermal baths, where you can relax in pools fed by a perfect blend of water from Deildartunguhver and nearby glacial springs.Overnight in the Borgarfjörður area. The location of the overnight stay may vary depending on availability at time of booking, you will however be able to see all the highlights mentioned in the itinerary.Approximate distance: 340 km / 211 milesOur Iceland Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: The restaurant at Krauma geothermal baths offers bistro-style courses with produce from West Iceland farms. Two signature dishes are an appetizer featuring cheese and cured meats from a traditional goat farm and a colorful salad with vegetables from a nearby greenhouse farm. The Settlement Centre in Borgarnes offers a fascinating insight into the history of the Iceland’s settlement by Vikings. After looking at the exhibits, check out the excellent restaurant on site. Choose from an assortment of traditional Icelandic dishes such as fish soup and grilled lamb. The Ljómalind Country Market in Borgarnes is open daily except holidays. This sustainable country market was created by women from the region. Discover home-made treats like ice cream, candy, cheese, and jams, as well as handicrafts and herbal remedies. This is a nice place for picnic lunch ingredients and tasty souvenirs for friends at home.

Day 5

Snæfellsnes peninsula

Sea Cliffs – Rock Formations – Quaint Fishing VillagesBreakfast at your hotel. Explore the countless natural wonders of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, which also includes Snæfellsjökull National Park. Snæfellsnes has become known as “Iceland in a Nutshell” because it has so many diverse types of landscapes in one area. We recommend you stop at the wind tangled Arnarstapi sea cliffs and the rocky beach of Djupalonssandur. The beautiful Snæfellsjökull glacier-volcano is the crown jewel of the peninsula. Legends say that the mountain is home to a benevolent half-troll guardian. Drive along the north coast through bustling fishing villages, stopping to look at Kirkjufell, Iceland’s most photographed mountain.Overnight in the Borgarfjörður area. The location of the overnight stay may vary depending on availability at time of booking, you will however be able to see all the highlights mentioned in the itinerary.Approximate distance: 330 km / 205 milesOur Iceland Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: The House of Food (Bjargarsteinn) in Grundarfjörður is a little restaurant in an adorable renovated early 20th century house with a lovely view over the seacoast. The menu changes based on the best products each season, with good seafood, lamb and vegetarian offerings. Stykkishólmur town is considered one of Iceland’s most eco-friendly communities. The town’s Sjávarpakkhusid restaurant is committed to low environmental impact. They get ingredients from local fishermen, farmers, and breweries. Diners enjoy the view over the island-filled Breidafjörður Bay and watching the fishing boats and fishermen at work.

Day 6

Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon

Volcanic Landscapes – Bubbling Mud Pools – UNESCO GeoParkDrive to the Reykjanes peninsula and visit the moonlike lava fields around Lake Kleifarvatn. The peninsula is a UNESCO GeoPark, with over 50 interesting sites connected to geothermal activity, volcanoes and tectonic plates. One of the most interesting of these is Krýsuvík geothermal area with primordial bubbling mud pools. Perhaps you will also visit the famous Blue Lagoon and enjoy its pleasantly warm geothermal waters, rich in silica and minerals that are great for the skin. (Note: Bookings must be made in advance. We are happy to book a time for you.)After a great trip, it’s time to head to Reykjavik for your last night in Iceland!Overnight in Reykjavik.Approximate distance: 190 km / 117 milesOur Iceland Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: Lava Restaurant at the Blue Lagoon is a fine dining experience using locally sourced ingredients. Built into an 800 year-old lava cliff, the restaurant looks out over the Blue Lagoon. The fish of the day comes right from Grindavik’s harbor. Lunchtime fixed menus (two and three-course options) provide a great overview of Icelandic favorites with a unique flair. A feature of the restaurant’s dinner menu is the 4-course tasting menu, a very elegant way to experience the range of Icelandic cuisine.

Day 7

Departure

Return to Keflavik International AirportBreakfast at your hotel. Drive back to Keflavik International Airport. We recommend departing your hotel in Reykjavik no later than at least 3 hours before your flight departure. It takes approximately 1 hour to drive to the airport, and check-in will start 2 hours before your departure.If you did not visit the Blue Lagoon earlier but have some free time today, you might want to use the opportunity en route to the airport. For this detour, please be sure to allow for at least 2-2,5 hours extra so you’ll have ample time at the lagoon. Your rental car should be returned to the airport service area, which is located only 2 minutes from the airport building. A shuttle will then transport you to the departure hall.Approximate distance: 50 km / 30 miles

End point

Keflavik International Airport / Keflavíkurflugvöllur (KEF), Keflavíkurflugvelli, Sandgerði, Southern Peninsula Region 235, Iceland

Tour Details

accommodation

Accommodation in a standard room for 6 nights

Iceland Travel App

transport

Rental car for 6 days with unlimited mileage, CDW, theft protection and VAT

Price is based on a rental car in category 1.3 – Suszuki Swift 4WD Manual or similar.

It is possible to upgrade the car for a fee. If you wish to do so, please let us know at the time of booking.

Please see following options:

Suzuki SX4 4WD or similar
Skoda Octavia 4WD Autom. or similar
Kia Sportage 4WD Autom. or similar
Dacia Duster 4WD or similar
Toyota Land Cruiser Autom. or similar

You must be 21 years of age to rent a car, 23 years of age to rent Kia Sportage, Dacia Duster or Toyota Land Cruiser or similar.

insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.

optional

Other activities and services are not included.

flights

International flights are not included

others

Icelandic->

Rental car for 6 days with unlimited mileage, CDW, theft protection and VAT

For other vehicle options please inform us during the booking process.

It is possible to upgrade the car for a fee. Please see following options:

Skoda Octavia Station 4WD Autom. or similar 4.1
Kia Sportage 4WD Autom. or similar 5.1
Dacia Duster 4WD Manual or similar 5.2
Toyota Land Cruiser Autom. or similar 7.1
Free in-car unlimited Wi-Fi to help you navigate with your personal mobile device
Car pick-up/drop-off at Keflavik International Airport
Authorization for two people to drive the rental car during your trip
Customer care service during office hours
24-hour Iceland Travel emergency line assistance while you are in Iceland
Service fee and taxes

others

Breakfast on arrival day

International airfare

Personal travel insurance (highly recommended)

Petrol/Gasoline

Tolls (tunnels, roads, and other route tolls), unless specified. More information here.

Admissions and activities other than those noted in the itinerary

Beverages, snacks, lunches, dinners unless otherwise noted in the itinerary

Guaranteed early check-in (check-in time for most hotels in Iceland starts 14:00 (2:00pm) – 16:00 (4:00pm)

Guaranteed late check-out

Any service not specifically listed under "Included"

meals

Daily breakfast (excluding arrival day)

guide

Our unique Iceland Travel App. The mobile-based app provides:

Information on star points all over Iceland

Links to electronic versions of our Iceland Travel Road Book

Access to travel documents

Good to know

Currency

ISK

Iceland Krona

Iceland

Customer reviews

Operator

4.7

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Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.

What documents are required to participate in the tour?

You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.