The winter magic of Iceland on a self-drive tour

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Paris - Reykjavik

  Arrival at Keflavík airport, you will collect your luggage and go through customs. Pick up your rental car at the airport. After checking in at your hotel, enjoy a free day to rest or visit the capital at your leisure.

• day 2

  Gullfoss – Geysir – the South Coast

  After taking possession of your rental vehicle, leave Reykjavík towards the Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir hot springs. Then, continue your journey to the important sites of the south coast, such as the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the famous Eyjafjalljökull volcano, and the surroundings of the 2010 volcanic eruption. Just 10 minutes from the Gullfoss waterfalls, don't miss Efstidalur II, a traditional farm and cattle operation. In the new restaurant located at the top of the farm, you can taste local beef, "organic" vegetables grown on site, as well as homemade dairy products such as ice cream, feta cheese, and Icelandic cottage cheese or "skyr." During your stop, you can observe the cattle through a large picture window. We recommend calling ahead before your visit to make sure the site is open.

• day 3

  Skaftafell – Jökulsárlón – Vík

  Visit the amazing Skaftafell National Park, nestled between glaciers, which offers multiple hiking opportunities. Continue your journey towards the glaciers overlooking Jökulsárlón, the glacial lagoon, before heading back in the afternoon towards the charming little village of Vík. We recommend calling before your visit to ensure the site is open.

• day 4

  Þingvellir – Borgarfjörður

  The geological wonders of Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, include the most abundant hot springs in Europe. Continue your journey to Þingvellir National Park, site of the ancient Icelandic parliament and a true natural gem, located in the midst of a surprising volcanic landscape surrounded by mountain ranges and lava fields. Continue your way to the Borgarfjörður fjord and visit the historic site of Reykholt, the beautiful waterfalls of Hraunfossar and Barnafoss, as well as Deildartunguhver, the most abundant hot spring in Europe.

• day 5

  The Snæfellsnes Peninsula

  Explore the countless wonders of nature around the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Visit Arnarstapi, with its cliffs overlooking the sea, and the pebble beach of Djúpalónssandur before following the northern coast through the fishing villages.

• day 6

  The Reykjanes Peninsula – the Blue Lagoon – the picturesque fishing villages – geothermal spa

  Head towards the Reykjanes peninsula and visit the lunar surroundings of Lake Kleifarvatn and the Krýsuvík/Seltún geothermal area with its bubbling mud pots. Pass through the fishing village of Grindavík and the famous Blue Lagoon for a moment of relaxation, and enjoy a swim in the geothermal water, rich in silica and mineral salts, with beneficial properties for the skin.

• day 7

  Reykjavik - Paris

  Plan to leave your hotel at least 3 hours before your flight departure. Return the rental car at the airport. Return flight to Paris.