9-Day Iceland Itinerary in July: Selfoss & Golden Circle

The journey, day by day

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

1. DAY 1

   Selfoss

   Arrival afternoon and car rental pickup, driving to Selfoss.

   1 stopSelfoss
2. DAY 2

   Selfoss

   Hike to Reykjadalur hot river and crater visit.

   3 stops1 hrsSelfoss
3. DAY 3

   Golden Circle

   Full day in the Golden Circle. Snowmobile tour at Langjökull.

   3 stops1.5 hrsGolden Circle
4. DAY 4

   Westman Islands

   Full day on Westman Islands. The boat tour is identified as a fast RIB boat tour.

   2 stopsWestman Islands
5. DAY 5

   Landmannalaugar

   Highland excursion requiring 4x4. Mentions avoiding deep water crossings on F208 north.

   5 stops2.5 hrsLandmannalaugar
6. DAY 6

   South Coast

   Includes glacier activities and geological sites.

   4 stops1.5 hrsVík
7. DAY 7

   South Coast

   Focus on glaciers and national parks.

   4 stops3.5 hrsSouth Coast
8. DAY 8

   South Coast

   Tour of major South Coast waterfalls and cliffs.

   5 stops3.5 hrsSouth Coast
9. DAY 9

   Reykjavik

   Final day with hiking and relaxing at Hvammsvik before flight.

   3 stops2.5 hrsReykjavik