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Nimrod's 8 day travel guide to Iceland

This 8-day self-drive adventure in your 4x4 focuses on Southern Iceland's dramatic landscapes, tailored for your moderate hiking preference. You'll journey to the highlands of Landmannalaugar, hike to the stunning Múlagljúfur canyon, and conquer the Glymur waterfall trail.

Your route across Iceland

The journey, day by day

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

  1. Arrival & Golden Circle WondersDAY 1

    Day 1 · Day 1

    Arrival & Golden Circle Wonders

    5 stops4 hours hrsHella
  2. Highland Colors of LandmannalaugarDAY 2

    Day 2 · Day 2

    Highland Colors of Landmannalaugar

    5 stops3 hours 30 mins hrsHella
  3. Waterfalls & Glacier Hike on the South CoastDAY 3

    Day 3 · Day 3

    Waterfalls & Glacier Hike on the South Coast

    4 stops2 hours 50 mins hrsVík
  4. Black Sands & Hidden CanyonsDAY 4

    Day 4 · Day 4

    Black Sands & Hidden Canyons

    6 stops3 hours 20 mins hrsKirkjubæjarklaustur
  5. Glacier Lagoons & Secluded HikeDAY 5

    Day 5 · Day 5

    Glacier Lagoons & Secluded Hike

    4 stops3 hours 50 mins hrsKirkjubæjarklaustur
  6. Waterfall Hike & Fjord Hot SpringsDAY 6

    Day 6 · Day 6

    Waterfall Hike & Fjord Hot Springs

    4 stops5 hours 10 mins hrsReykjavik
  7. Whale Watching & Reykjavik ExplorationDAY 7

    Day 7 · Day 7

    Whale Watching & Reykjavik Exploration

    6 stops1 hour hrsReykjavik
  8. Reykjanes Peninsula Views & DepartureDAY 8

    Day 8 · Day 8

    Reykjanes Peninsula Views & Departure

    3 stops1 hour 50 mins hrsKeflavik

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