Southwest Highlights & Off Beat Surprises – 5 Day Self-Drive
5 Days
Scandinavia & Iceland
Tour Overview
This 5-day self-drive package is perfect for travellers who appreciate the comfort of staying in one accommodation the entire trip and exploring all nature highlights from that base.
The itinerary covers the most important highlights of South Iceland with some delightful “off the beaten track experiences”. A Northern Lights Cruise and countryside travels enhance chances to observe the magical Northern Lights.
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Arrival in Iceland, Keflavik Airport, pick up rental car, Time at leisure in charming capital Reykjavik,
Evening: Northern Lights Yacht Cruise (2.5hrs)
Overnight in Reykjavik
Exploration of famous “must see highlight” Golden Circle Rye Bread Tour: Geothermal baking & tasting.
The Golden Circle Rye Bread Tour at Laugarvatn Fontana offers a unique geothermal baking and tasting experience. Visitors can witness the traditional Icelandic method of baking rye bread using the earth’s natural heat from hot springs. The bread, also known as “hverabrauð” or lava bread, is buried in the ground for 24 hours and then unearthed for a tasting.
5:30pm Laugarás Lagoon – A Geothermal Oasis, Premium admission
The premium ticket offers a premium geothermal spa experience at Laugarás Lagoon with thoughtful extras to elevate your visit. This option includes everything in the standard entry, plus towel service and a complimentary drink at the swim-up bar, allowing you to truly unwind and enjoy your surroundings.
Overnight in Reykjavik
Exploration of Silver Circle, Borgarfjördur Guided Lava Cave Tour
The Silver Circle tour in Borgarfjörður includes a guided visit to a lava cave, often specifically mentioning Viðgelmir lava cave, as well as exploring other natural wonders like waterfalls and hot springs.
Optional: Krauma Spa admission
Krauma Spa, a geothermal spa in Reykholt, Iceland, offers admission that includes access to its baths, relaxation room, and steam baths.
Overnight in Reykjavik
South Coast Adventure with Guided Glacier Hike (basic fitness level sufficient).
The South Coast Adventure with Guided Glacier Hike tour is a popular day trip in Iceland, combining sightseeing along the South Coast with a glacier walk. The tour typically includes visits to iconic locations like Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand beach, and a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull glacier.
Drive to Reykjavik
Overnight in Reykjavik
Drop off rental car at the Keflavik Airport.
Included:
4 nights’ accommodation in 3* hotel in Reykjavik, standard double room, incl. breakfast
4 days car rental: CDW, SCDW, TW, GP, unlimited mileage, 1 extra driver, tax, pick up / drop off KEF Airport
Northern Light boat tour
Rye Bread tour (Geothermal bakery) at Fontana Laugarás,
Lerki Package Viðgelmir, Cave Explorer Tour
Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier
