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5 day travel guide to Iceland

This 5-day self-drive itinerary is crafted for a relaxed family exploration of Iceland's iconic South Coast in May. Focusing on your interests, we'll visit powerful waterfalls, famous black sand beaches, and erupting geysers, balanced with unique Icelandic experiences like the Vik Lava Show, a whale watching tour, and a soak in the scenic Hvammsvik Hot Springs.

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The journey, day by day

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  1. Arrival and Geologic Wonders of the Golden CircleDAY 1

    Day 1 · Day 1

    Arrival and Geologic Wonders of the Golden Circle

    4 stops2 hours 20 mins hrsSelfoss
  2. Golden Circle Wonders & South Coast WaterfallsDAY 2

    Day 2 · Day 2

    Golden Circle Wonders & South Coast Waterfalls

    5 stops4 hours 5 mins hrsVík
  3. Volcanic Coastline and Lava Show in VíkDAY 3

    Day 3 · Day 3

    Volcanic Coastline and Lava Show in Vík

    6 stops2 hours 0 mins hrsVík
  4. Coastal Drive and Marine WildlifeDAY 4

    Day 4 · Day 4

    Coastal Drive and Marine Wildlife

    5 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsReykjavik
  5. Reykjavik Charm, Fjord Soak, and DepartureDAY 5

    Day 5 · Day 5

    Reykjavik Charm, Fjord Soak, and Departure

    3 stops2 hours 10 mins hrsKeflavik

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