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9 day travel guide to Iceland

This 9-day winter Ring Road itinerary is crafted for your self-drive adventure in a 4x4, focusing on Iceland's major attractions. It's updated to include a full relaxation day at the Blue Lagoon upon arrival and a morning exploring Reykjavik's highlights before you depart.

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The journey, day by day

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  1. Arrival & Blue Lagoon RelaxationDAY 1

    Day 1 · 2027-02-12

    Arrival & Blue Lagoon Relaxation

    2 stops0 hours 30 mins hrsKeflavik
  2. The Iconic Golden CircleDAY 2

    Day 2 · 2027-02-13

    The Iconic Golden Circle

    4 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsSelfoss
  3. Waterfalls, Black Sand & Vík AdventuresDAY 3

    Day 3 · 2027-02-14

    Waterfalls, Black Sand & Vík Adventures

    5 stops2 hours 30 mins hrsVík
  4. Coastal Views and Glacier LagoonDAY 4

    Day 4 · 2027-02-15

    Coastal Views and Glacier Lagoon

    6 stops4 hours 10 mins hrsHöfn
  5. Coastal Drive through the EastfjordsDAY 5

    Day 5 · 2027-02-16

    Coastal Drive through the Eastfjords

    4 stops4 hours hrsEgilsstaðir
  6. Powerful Waterfalls and Geothermal FieldsDAY 6

    Day 6 · 2027-02-17

    Powerful Waterfalls and Geothermal Fields

    4 stops4 hours hrsMývatn
  7. Volcanic Wonders to Northern CapitalDAY 7

    Day 7 · 2027-02-18

    Volcanic Wonders to Northern Capital

    5 stops1 hour 50 mins hrsAkureyri
  8. Northern Heritage and Coastal WondersDAY 8

    Day 8 · 2027-02-19

    Northern Heritage and Coastal Wonders

    5 stops4 hours 20 mins hrsHvammstangi
  9. Reykjavik Exploration & DepartureDAY 9

    Day 9 · 2027-02-20

    Reykjavik Exploration & Departure

    3 stops3 hours 20 mins hrsKeflavik

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