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A 12-day road trip through southern and highland Iceland, focusing on volcanic areas, geothermal spas, glacier hikes, and scenic canyons. Includes trips to Landmannalaugar and Thorsmork.
An Iceland trip expert planned this 12-day route for a real client's July trip: South Coast, Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk. It passed our checks for daily driving, highland roads and season, which is why it is one of the 177 expert-built plans in our Iceland itineraries.
The day-by-day plan below has every stop, with photos and what to see. Duplicate it to set your own dates, change the pace or swap stops; the original stays as the expert wrote it.
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Overnight near the airport.
Day driving through Reykjanes, ending in Reykjavik.
Heading towards Hella.
Requires F-roads and river crossings; Highland reservation required.
Access by specialized bus.
Glacier hike booked at 14:00.
Shabbat observance day in Kirkjubaejarklaustur.
DAY 8Kayaking booked at 14:00.
Thakgil requires 4x4.
Lagoon booked at 14:30.
Snowmobiling booked at 12:00.
Final day visit to Reykjavik and airport transfer.
Each stop below has a full guide on iceland-trip.com, our sister site written by the same team: how to get there, parking, seasons and what to expect.
Gunnuhver Hot SpringsVisit Gunnuhver Hot Springs on the Reykjanes Peninsula with practical advice on road access, walking time, geothermal safety, and nearby stops for road trips.Reykjanes Peninsula · Read the guide
Krýsuvík–Seltún Geothermal AreaPlan a visit to Krýsuvík–Seltún on the Reykjanes Peninsula, with advice on access, parking, walking routes, safety, winter conditions, and nearby stops.Reykjanes Peninsula · Read the guide
Lake KleifarvatnVisit Lake Kleifarvatn on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula with practical advice on Road 42, parking, short walks, winter driving, safety and nearby stops.Reykjanes Peninsula · Read the guide
Hellisheiði Power Plant (Geothermal Exhibition)Visit Hellisheiði Power Plant near Reykjavík. Discover geothermal energy, turbine hall views, opening hours, ticket information and tips for your visit. CopyGolden Circle · Read the guide
Reykjadalur Hot Spring: 2 Hikes to Iceland’s Thermal RiverHike to Reykjadalur's natural hot river. Discover how to find the perfect soak temp, navigate the 3km mountain trail, and bathe safely in Iceland's Steam Valley.Golden Circle · Read the guide
Urriðafoss WaterfallUrriðafoss is Iceland's most powerful waterfall by volume - and one of its best-kept secrets. Discover how to get there, when to visit, and what to expect.South Iceland · Read the guide
LandmannalaugarDiscover Landmannalaugar with this practical guide: how to get there, top hikes, hot spring tips, safety advice, and where to stay—everything you need for a smart highlands adventure.Highlands · Read the guide
SigöldugljúfurSigöldugljúfur is a highland canyon with waterfalls above turquoise water. Learn about the F-road access, fords and rim viewpoint before a summer visit.Highlands · Read the guideAlso on iceland-trip.com: Thorsmork Travel Guide · Seljalandsfoss Waterfall · Merkurker canyon · Solheimajokull Glacier Hike · Múlagljúfur Canyon · Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon · Fjallsárlón · Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon · Þakgil (Thakgil) Canyon · Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach · Dyrhólaey · Skógafoss · Skógar Museum · Laugarás Lagoon · Kerið Crater: The Golden Circle Volcanic Lake · Geysir Geothermal Area · Gullfoss Waterfall · Þingvellir National Park: Parking, Walks & Visiting Tips · Glymur Waterfall Hike · Hvammsvik Hot Spring · Perlan
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