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21 day travel guide to Iceland

This 21-day winter journey around Iceland is tailored for your family's relaxed pace, focusing on comfort and iconic experiences. You'll traverse the entire Ring Road in a 4x4, enjoying light hikes, unique activities like glacier hiking and snowmobiling, and relaxing in geothermal spas.

Your route across Iceland

The journey, day by day

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

  1. Arrival and Geothermal WelcomeDAY 1

    Day 1 · Day 1

    Arrival and Geothermal Welcome

    4 stops1 hour 50 mins hrsReykjavik
  2. Reykjavik's Maritime & Cultural HeartDAY 2

    Day 2 · Day 2

    Reykjavik's Maritime & Cultural Heart

    5 stops1 hour hrsReykjavik
  3. Fjord Views & Hot Spring RelaxationDAY 3

    Day 3 · Day 3

    Fjord Views & Hot Spring Relaxation

    4 stops2 hours 20 mins hrsBorgarnes
  4. Snæfellsnes Coastal WondersDAY 4

    Day 4 · Day 4

    Snæfellsnes Coastal Wonders

    4 stops5 hours 0 mins hrsBorgarnes
  5. Iconic Peaks & Lava Fields of SnæfellsnesDAY 5

    Day 5 · Day 5

    Iconic Peaks & Lava Fields of Snæfellsnes

    5 stops3 hours 20 mins hrsBorgarnes
  6. Golden Circle & Glacier AdventureDAY 6

    Day 6 · Day 6

    Golden Circle & Glacier Adventure

    4 stops3 hours 40 mins hrsSelfoss
  7. Geysers, Waterfalls & Crater LakesDAY 7

    Day 7 · Day 7

    Geysers, Waterfalls & Crater Lakes

    4 stops1 hour 50 mins hrsSelfoss
  8. Iconic Waterfalls of the SouthDAY 8

    Day 8 · Day 8

    Iconic Waterfalls of the South

    5 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsVík
  9. Glacier Hike & Coastal ViewsDAY 9

    Day 9 · Day 9

    Glacier Hike & Coastal Views

    4 stops1 hour 30 mins hrsVík
  10. Ice Cave & Equestrian Adventure in VíkDAY 10

    Day 10 · Day 10

    Ice Cave & Equestrian Adventure in Vík

    4 stops1 hour hrsVík
  11. Lava Fields & Canyon VistasDAY 11

    Day 11 · Day 11

    Lava Fields & Canyon Vistas

    4 stops1 hour 20 mins hrsKirkjubæjarklaustur
  12. Glacier Views & Basalt ColumnsDAY 12

    Day 12 · Day 12

    Glacier Views & Basalt Columns

    4 stops1 hour 20 mins hrsHof
  13. Icebergs & Diamond BeachDAY 13

    Day 13 · Day 13

    Icebergs & Diamond Beach

    4 stops4 hours 0 mins hrsHöfn
  14. Coastal Drive & VestrahornDAY 14

    Day 14 · Day 14

    Coastal Drive & Vestrahorn

    4 stops2 hours 0 mins hrsDjúpivogur
  15. Fjord Scenery & Forest WalksDAY 15

    Day 15 · Day 15

    Fjord Scenery & Forest Walks

    3 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsEgilsstaðir
  16. Highland Pass to Mývatn's Geothermal WondersDAY 16

    Day 16 · Day 16

    Highland Pass to Mývatn's Geothermal Wonders

    4 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsMývatn
  17. Lava Formations & Powerful FallsDAY 17

    Day 17 · Day 17

    Lava Formations & Powerful Falls

    5 stops2 hours 10 mins hrsMývatn
  18. Waterfall of the Gods & Northern CapitalDAY 18

    Day 18 · Day 18

    Waterfall of the Gods & Northern Capital

    5 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsAkureyri
  19. Turf Houses & Coastal GiantsDAY 19

    Day 19 · Day 19

    Turf Houses & Coastal Giants

    3 stops3 hours 20 mins hrsHvammstangi
  20. Canyons, Craters & Return to ReykjavikDAY 20

    Day 20 · Day 20

    Canyons, Craters & Return to Reykjavik

    5 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsReykjavik
  21. Departure from IcelandDAY 21

    Day 21 · Day 21

    Departure from Iceland

    2 stops1 hour hrsKeflavik

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