11-Day Iceland Itinerary in August: South, Highlands & East

The journey, day by day

Open any day for the full plan — stops, drives, and where to stay.

1. DAY 1

   South

   Arrival and pickup of 4x4 rental car.

   2 stopsSelfoss
2. DAY 2

   South

   Snowmobile tour on Langjokull.

   4 stops2.5 hrsSouth
3. DAY 3

   Highlands

   Self-drive or guided tour mentioned; requires 4x4 and careful navigation of water crossings.

   3 stops2.5 hrsHighlands
4. DAY 4

   South

   Katla ice cave tour requires super-jeep transport.

   6 stops2.5 hrsVik
5. DAY 5

   Highlands

   Self-drive trip to Laki craters; requires high-clearance 4x4.

   3 stops1 hrsHighlands
6. DAY 6

   East

   Boat tours available at Jokulsarlon.

   4 stops3 hrsHofn
7. DAY 7

   East

   Vok Baths are a key stop.

   5 stops2.5 hrsEgilsstadir
8. DAY 8

   North

   Askja is a remote highland destination; guided tour recommended.

   3 stops3.5 hrsNorth
9. DAY 9

   North

   Sightseeing day in North Iceland.

   6 stops1.5 hrsAkureyri
10. DAY 10

    West

    Drive towards West Iceland.

    5 stops5.5 hrsHvammstangi
11. DAY 11

    West

    Final day, return of rental car near Keflavik.

    3 stops1.5 hrsBorgarnes