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A 23-night Icelandic road trip starting August 23rd, focusing on the South Coast, Central Highlands (Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk), East Fjords, North Iceland, and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula before concluding near Keflavík.
An Iceland trip expert planned this 24-day route for a real client's August trip: Ring Road With the Highlands and the Westman Islands. 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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Arrival and overnight near the airport.
Driving day with sightseeing stops.
Independent 4x4 trip to Thorsmork.
Long day requiring 4x4 and river crossing experience.
Full day in Westman Islands.
Coastline driving day.
Shabbat observance day in Vik.
Guided tour for ice cave.
Eastward journey.
Driving through East Fjords.
Route via Askja or alternative main roads.
Heading north for whale watching.
Myvatn area exploration.
Shabbat day in Akureyri.
Moving south-west.
Entering Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Snaefellsnes Peninsula tour.
Exploring crater sites.
Lava tunnel exploration.
Return to Reykjavik area.
Reykjavik city day.
Culture walking day.
Final full day of touring.
Departure preparation.
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.
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
Kerið Crater: The Golden Circle Volcanic LakeKerið is a 3,000-year-old volcanic crater you can actually walk into. Discover the geology, the vivid turquoise lake, and how to visit this Golden Circle highlight.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
Hella & HvolsvöllurHella and Hvolsvöllur guide: South Iceland towns, the LAVA centre, Njáls saga links and Katla UNESCO Global Geopark.South Iceland · Read the guide
Thorsmork Travel GuidePlan a safe visit to Þórsmörk in South Iceland, including 4x4 vehicle access, river warnings, summer buses, Super Jeep tours and the best hikes.Highlands · Read the guide
Merkurker canyonPlan Merkurker Ravine near Þórsmörk in South Iceland, with practical advice on F249 access, river crossings, hiking difficulty, timing, safety and stays.Highlands · Read the guide
Stakkholtsgjá Canyon: Hiking, Access and Safety.Plan Stakkholtsgjá Canyon in Þórsmörk: F249 access, river-crossing risks, hiking difficulty, seasonal conditions, timing, and transport choices for hikers.Highlands · Read the guide
Seljalandsfoss WaterfallVisit Seljalandsfoss in Iceland. Learn how to walk behind the waterfall, explore nearby Gljúfrabúi, check parking fees and avoid the crowds.South Iceland · Read the guide
GljúfrabúiGljúfrabúi, Iceland's secret canyon waterfall just 500m from Seljalandsfoss. Learn how to find it, what to bring, best times to visit, and how to combine both falls in one South Coast stop.South Iceland · Read the guideAlso on iceland-trip.com: Landmannalaugar · Sigöldugljúfur · Bláhylur (Hnausapollur) · Heimaey (Westman Islands) · Skógafoss · Dyrhólaey · Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach · Katla Ice Cave · Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon · Svínafellsjökull · Múlagljúfur Canyon · Fjallsárlón · Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon · Höfn · Stokksnes / Vestrahorn · Djúpivogur · Hengifoss · Vök Baths · Stuðlagil Canyon · Dettifoss · Húsavík · Dimmuborgir · Earth Lagoon – Myvatn · Goðafoss Waterfall in Iceland: Complete Visitor Guide · Things to Do in Akureyri: Attractions, Museums and Local Experiences · Forest Lagoon · Hraunfossar and Barnafoss: Visitor guide · Husafell Canyon Baths · Vidgelmir Lava Cave · Hvammsvik Hot Spring · Glymur Waterfall Hike · Sky Lagoon · Laugavegur Trail · Þingvellir National Park: Parking, Walks & Visiting Tips · Geysir Geothermal Area · Gullfoss Waterfall · Laugarás Lagoon · Krýsuvík–Seltún Geothermal Area · Lake Kleifarvatn · Gunnuhver Hot Springs · Myvatn · Reykjavik
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