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J's 9 day travel guide to Iceland

This 9-day camper van journey through Southern Iceland is tailored for your medium-paced, moderate hiking interests. We'll travel out-and-back along the stunning South Coast, ensuring you experience iconic glaciers, ice caves, and powerful waterfalls, with dedicated time for Reykjavik and the chance to hunt for the Northern Lights.

Your route across Iceland

The journey, day by day

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

  1. Arrival and Golden Circle EssentialsDAY 1

    Day 1 · Day 1

    Arrival and Golden Circle Essentials

    5 stops3 hours 30 mins hrsSelfoss
  2. Iconic Waterfalls & Coastal VistasDAY 2

    Day 2 · Day 2

    Iconic Waterfalls & Coastal Vistas

    6 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsVík
  3. Subterranean Ice & Coastal ViewsDAY 3

    Day 3 · Day 3

    Subterranean Ice & Coastal Views

    4 stops2 hours hrsVík
  4. Canyons, Lava Fields & SkaftafellDAY 4

    Day 4 · Day 4

    Canyons, Lava Fields & Skaftafell

    5 stops3 hours 40 mins hrsKirkjubæjarklaustur
  5. Glacier Lagoons & Diamond BeachDAY 5

    Day 5 · Day 5

    Glacier Lagoons & Diamond Beach

    5 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsHof
  6. Glacier Hike & Hidden CanyonsDAY 6

    Day 6 · Day 6

    Glacier Hike & Hidden Canyons

    6 stops2 hours 20 mins hrsVík
  7. Glacier Hike and Geothermal RiverDAY 7

    Day 7 · Day 7

    Glacier Hike and Geothermal River

    4 stops2 hours 30 mins hrsSelfoss
  8. Reykjavik City Exploration & Hvammsvík Hot SpringsDAY 8

    Day 8 · Day 8

    Reykjavik City Exploration & Hvammsvík Hot Springs

    6 stops3 hours 10 mins hrsReykjavik
  9. Reykjanes Peninsula & DepartureDAY 9

    Day 9 · Day 9

    Reykjanes Peninsula & Departure

    3 stops2 hours hrsKeflavik

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