Icelandic In-depth In 8 Days

Arrival at the international airport of Reykjavik (Keflavik). 

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Pick up of your vehicle Continue to Reykjavik

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Overnight in Reykjavik city center.

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel.

Departure to the famous Strokkur and Gullfoss sites that are part of the Golden Circle. Strokkur is a famous geyser that erupts every 7 minutes and propels a jet of water in the air, up to 40 meters. Gullfoss is a mythical waterfall that you can observe from different angles, more spectacular than the others. This 32-meter waterfall sinks into a 70-meter-high canyon. Continue to the southern coast of Iceland where you will have the chance to observe the wonderful waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skogarfoss, which are certainly the most famous in Iceland. 

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Continue to Vik, the village in the extreme south of Iceland. On the way we will see the beach of Reynisfjara, famous for its black sand and its curious cliffs. In summer, it is also the ideal place to see the puffins, typical birds of Iceland.

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Overnight in Vik region.

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel. 

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The first stop is Skaftafell National Park, which is part of the Vatnajökull National Park. The visit of the park offers the unforgettable spectacle of the glaciers flowing in the plains. Although surrounded by glaciers, the park is one of the least snow-covered places in Iceland due to the southerly winds. The landscape of Skaftafell is often compared to that of the Alps, up to you to make your opinion. In Skaftafell you will find the Svartifoss waterfall known for its magnificent basalt organ formations all around. You will then head towards the Jökulsarlon Glacier, part of the largest glacier in Europe.

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Overnight in Höfn region

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel.

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Between Höfn and Egilsstaðir, the south-eastern coast of Iceland is shredded by the fjords. Plunged in a thick mist from the sea, or bathed by the shy sun of the north, each of these fjords offer a unique trip. A few small fishing villages stretch between splendid landscapes of steep mountains sagging abruptly in the multiple fjords.The sea is never far away, nor are the mountains, the fog almost omnipresent. This is the southeast of the Icelandic coast. The least populated region of Iceland. The few villages are lying along the road. Most are simple and peaceful fishing ports. But some worth a small stop.

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Overnight in Egilsstadir region.

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel.

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The first stop today will be Detifoss, known to be the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Continue to Myvatn Lake in an area of active volcanoes - the Katla volcano is nearby. The surroundings of the lake 

are dominated by volcanic formations, including columns of lava and craters. Dimmuborgir (the dark castle) is one of the most unmissable places in this region: it is made up of volcanic caves and rock formations. The 

avifauna is also very rich in this area. The next stop will be the falls of God - Godafoss and then continue 

towards Akureyri.

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Overnight in Akureyri

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel.

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You drive south across the land of the Icelandic horse - Skagafjördur. Afterwards, you will discover the two waterfalls nicknamed "lava waterfalls" Hraunfossar and Barnafossar. Enjoy the view they offer by listening to the saga to which they are linked. Also visit the hot springs of Deildartunguhver. They are the most powerful hot springs in Europe; they provide the villages of Borgarnes and Akranes with hot water for their central heating. This means that by taking a shower anywhere within a radius of 65km, you use the water of 

Deildartunguhver. In the early evening you reach Borgarnes and have time to explore this charming fishing village.

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Overnight in Borgarnes

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel.

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Today you will head towards Thingvellir, where the Parliament was founded in 930. It is also an ideal place to observe a steep valley that marks the Mid-Atlantic ridge. Afterwards, you will go to Reykjavik where you will have free time. Overnight in the Viking Village Hotel or similar.

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Overnight in the Hafnarfjordur area

Enjoy Morning Breakfast at the hotel. 

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Today, if you have time, choose the optional visit to Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa.

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Transfer to Reykjavik airport. Return your vehicle.

Note: According to local requirements, this circuit can be carried out in reverse or reverse activities.