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Dan's 7 day travel guide to Iceland

This 7-day self-drive itinerary is tailored for a family with teenagers, focusing on Iceland's iconic South Coast in July. It balances famous sights with mandatory activities like a glacier hike and an ice cave tour, incorporating moderate hikes and a full day to experience Reykjavik's culture.

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The journey, day by day

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

  1. Arrival and Geothermal WelcomeDAY 1

    Day 1 · Day 1

    Arrival and Geothermal Welcome

    4 stops1 hour 40 mins hrsReykjavik
  2. The Classic Golden CircleDAY 2

    Day 2 · Day 2

    The Classic Golden Circle

    5 stops3 hours 50 mins hrsHella
  3. South Coast Waterfalls & Glacier HikeDAY 3

    Day 3 · Day 3

    South Coast Waterfalls & Glacier Hike

    4 stops1 hour 10 mins hrsVík
  4. Ice Caves and Basalt Columns of VíkDAY 4

    Day 4 · Day 4

    Ice Caves and Basalt Columns of Vík

    4 stops1 hour 30 mins hrsVík
  5. Glacier Lagoons and Diamond IceDAY 5

    Day 5 · Day 5

    Glacier Lagoons and Diamond Ice

    5 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsHof
  6. Return to Reykjavik & City ExplorationDAY 6

    Day 6 · Day 6

    Return to Reykjavik & City Exploration

    7 stops4 hours 40 mins hrsReykjavik
  7. Final Moments and DepartureDAY 7

    Day 7 · Day 7

    Final Moments and Departure

    2 stops0 hours 20 mins hrsKeflavik

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