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Iceland Ring Road – Winter Drive

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  • 7 Days
  • Max Guests : 26
  • Difficulty : 8/10
  • Solitude Lv : 8/10
  • Distance : 40 KM
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This week-long winter self-drive is one of our most popular itineraries. Follow the famous Ring Road through Iceland’s spellbinding snow-covered scenery and experience true winter magic.

You’ll start by heading north towards Akureyri, Iceland’s second-largest town. On the way you’ll see steaming hot springs and epic waterfalls. Then continue to the Lake Mývatn area, with its curious caves and bubbling mud pools.

Next point your compass towards the Eastfjords and wind along the spectacular coastline, before heading south to the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. On your way back towards Reykjavík, you’ll have the chance to take in the stunning south coast with its black sand beaches and towering waterfalls.

Then on the Golden Circle route, you can see a live geyser erupt. Before heading home, why not spend some time exploring buzzing Reykjavík or taking a dip in the Blue Lagoon? On this trip, you’ll do it all!

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Kayak
  • Campfire
  • Biking
  • Navigating
  • KayakShooting
  • Night Exploring
  • Photography

Price Includes

  • Air fares
  • 3 Nights Hotel Accomodation
  • On Trip Transport
  • 2 Meals / day

Price Excludes

  • Driver Service Fee
  • Guide Service Fee
  • Room Service Fees

What to Expect

When choosing a destination for your backpacking trip, it is important to consider the level of difficulty of the trail and the weather conditions. Some popular backpacking destinations include national parks, wilderness areas, and mountain ranges. It is also important to obtain any necessary permits and to be aware of any regulations or rules for the area you plan to visit.

  • View the Nature
  • Hiking in the forest
  • Discover the famous view point “The Lark”
  • Sunset on the cruise

Itinerary

Day 1 : Welcome To Iceland

Your memorable Icelandic adventure begins the very moment you arrive at Keflavík Airport. After having picked up your rental vehicle, you drive to the capital for your first night in “the land of fire and ice.”

Day 2 : Akureyri the capital of the North

You travel today towards the northern part of Iceland to reach Akureyri, the north’s capital. As you head toward Borgarfjörður, we recommend stopping by the magnificent Hraunfossar waterfalls where the water seems to magically flows from the lava bed into the river below. You then continue your journey driving through Skagafjörður which is known for exceptional horse breeding.

Day 3 : Around Lake Mývatn

The whole day is dedicated to the marvels of Lake Mývatn Nature Reserve. On the way to Mývatn you might like to make a stop at the impressive waterfall Goðafoss “The fall of the gods”. Then continue to the Mývatn area where you spend the day exploring the wonders around the lake which is one of Iceland’s most interesting regions with fantastic volcanic formations, geothermal activity and the lake itself, teeming with bird life, particularly ducks. Later on you can venture a walk up to the top of Hverfjall crater or dip into the geothermal water of the natural baths located east of the Lake.

 
 

Day 4 : Mývatn - Egilsstaðir

Now you continue your journey to the East of Iceland. You can start your day by taking a walk at the Dimmuborgir lava formations and visit the Skútustaðir pseudo craters. You continue the exploration of the area by visiting the amazing boiling mud pools and steam vents of Námaskarð, and then the Krafla area where a series of volcanic eruptions took place from 1975-1984. You continue your trip to the village of Egilsstaðir. If you are lucky you might see the reindeers or an artic fox!

 
 

Day 5 : The East Fjords

You discover today the East Fjords starting with the fjord Reyðarfjörður where a small but interesting World War II history museum is located. You continue the drive to reach Fáskrúðsfjörður where its French heritage is reflected by the names of the street being in French! You make your way towards the south east of Iceland driving by the coast to finally reach Höfn where you spend the night.

Day 6 : Skaftafell National Park, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and waterfalls

Your next stop is Iceland’s scenic southeast. After passing various outlet glaciers belonging to Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap, you’ll arrive at the stunningly surreal beauty of Jökulsárlón, a glacial lagoon. This exceptional sight sits at the foot of Iceland’s highest mountain, Hvannadalshnúkur. Skaftafell National Park is another area definitely worth a visit. This oasis surrounded by glaciers and black sand plains offers a broad range of options for great hiking. Continue through Kirkjubæjarklaustur village, the Eldhraun lava field and the Mýrdalssandur plain before you arrive in the Vík area.

Day 7 : Waterfalls and the Golden Circle

Continue westbound to the south coast of Iceland and explore the Golden Circle which is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Iceland: Gullfoss, Geysir and Þingvellir National Park. On your way back to Reykjavík you drive pass the waterfalls Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. Your day ends in Reykjavík where you spend your last night in Iceland.

Day 8 : Departure

It seems as if your journey to fabulous Iceland only began a moment ago but now it is time to head back home driving back to Keflavík Airport for your flight. Depending on your flight’s time, you may be able to visit a little more Reykjavík and take advantage of the many amazing things that the city has to offer.

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