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Andrea's 6 day travel guide to Iceland

This 6-day self-drive itinerary for your late autumn trip to Iceland is designed to blend adventure with relaxation. You'll explore the iconic South Coast, with guided tours to walk on a glacier and venture into an ice cave near Vík, before returning to the capital for whale watching and a soak in the Hvammsvik Hot Springs.

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  1. Arrival and Reykjanes Wonders to South Coast WaterfallsDAY 1

    Day 1 · 2026-10-29

    Arrival and Reykjanes Wonders to South Coast Waterfalls

    5 stops2 hours 20 mins hrsHella
  2. Waterfalls, Black Sand, and Molten LavaDAY 2

    Day 2 · 2026-10-30

    Waterfalls, Black Sand, and Molten Lava

    6 stops2 hours 10 mins hrsVík
  3. Ice Cave Exploration and South Coast ViewsDAY 3

    Day 3 · 2026-10-31

    Ice Cave Exploration and South Coast Views

    4 stops3 hours 20 mins hrsVík
  4. Horse Riding, Glacier Hike & Return to ReykjavikDAY 4

    Day 4 · 2026-11-01

    Horse Riding, Glacier Hike & Return to Reykjavik

    3 stops3 hours 30 mins hrsReykjavik
  5. Whales, City Sights, and Fjord Hot SpringsDAY 5

    Day 5 · 2026-11-02

    Whales, City Sights, and Fjord Hot Springs

    5 stops2 hours 50 mins hrsReykjavik
  6. Silfra Snorkeling & DepartureDAY 6

    Day 6 · 2026-11-03

    Silfra Snorkeling & Departure

    2 stops2 hours 30 mins hrsReykjavik

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