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Jill's 8 day travel guide to Iceland

This 9-day Southern Iceland adventure is tailored for your self-drive 4x4 journey, focusing on iconic landscapes and thrilling activities. You'll explore the Golden Circle, hike on a glacier, witness the power of the Highlands at Landmannalaugar, and relax in coastal hot springs.

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  1. Arrival & Reykjanes Peninsula ExplorationDAY 1

    Day 1 · 2026-06-23

    Arrival & Reykjanes Peninsula Exploration

    5 stops1 hour 35 mins hrsReykjavik
  2. Golden Circle Classics & Geothermal Valley HikeDAY 2

    Day 2 · 2026-06-24

    Golden Circle Classics & Geothermal Valley Hike

    5 stops3 hours 45 mins hrsReykjavik
  3. South Coast Waterfalls & Glacier HikeDAY 3

    Day 3 · 2026-06-25

    South Coast Waterfalls & Glacier Hike

    5 stops2 hours 30 mins hrsHella
  4. Exploring Landmannalaugar's ColorsDAY 4

    Day 4 · 2026-06-26

    Exploring Landmannalaugar's Colors

    5 stops4 hours 30 mins hrsHella
  5. Black Sand Beaches & Volcanic WondersDAY 5

    Day 5 · 2026-06-27

    Black Sand Beaches & Volcanic Wonders

    6 stops2 hours 35 mins hrsVík
  6. Glacier Lagoons & Diamond IceDAY 6

    Day 6 · 2026-06-28

    Glacier Lagoons & Diamond Ice

    6 stops3 hours 20 mins hrsHöfn
  7. East Coast Drive & Hot SpringsDAY 7

    Day 7 · 2026-06-29

    East Coast Drive & Hot Springs

    4 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsSelfoss
  8. Snæfellsnes Peninsula WondersDAY 8

    Day 8 · 2026-06-30

    Snæfellsnes Peninsula Wonders

    5 stops4 hours 10 mins hrsStykkishólmur
  9. Departure Day - Coastal Drive & AirportDAY 9

    Day 9 · 2026-07-01

    Departure Day - Coastal Drive & Airport

    3 stops2 hours 25 mins hrsKeflavik

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