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Dan's 5 day travel guide to Iceland

This 5-day winter self-drive adventure is tailored for a family with teens, blending Iceland's dramatic natural wonders with city culture. You'll journey along the South Coast to the magnificent Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, explore a natural ice cave, and relax in scenic hot springs.

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The journey, day by day

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  1. Arrival and Reykjanes Geothermal WondersDAY 1

    Day 1 · Day 1

    Arrival and Reykjanes Geothermal Wonders

    5 stops1 hour 50 mins hrsBorgarnes
  2. Iconic Waterfalls and Katla Ice CaveDAY 2

    Day 2 · Day 2

    Iconic Waterfalls and Katla Ice Cave

    6 stops2 hours 10 mins hrsVík
  3. Black Sand Beaches and Floating IcebergsDAY 3

    Day 3 · Day 3

    Black Sand Beaches and Floating Icebergs

    5 stops3 hours 40 mins hrsKirkjubæjarklaustur
  4. Reykjavik Culture and Fjord-side RelaxationDAY 4

    Day 4 · Day 4

    Reykjavik Culture and Fjord-side Relaxation

    5 stops1 hour 30 mins hrsReykjavik
  5. Reykjavik Farewell & DepartureDAY 5

    Day 5 · Day 5

    Reykjavik Farewell & Departure

    3 stops0 hours 50 mins hrsKeflavik

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