10D9N Iceland Ring Road Adventure (Summer)
Embark on an unforgettable Icelandic adventure, starting with a guided tour of Reykjavík before exploring the famous Golden Circle, including Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and the Geysir hot springs. Continue to the South Shore, with stunning waterfalls like Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, as well as the dramatic black sand beaches of Reynisfjara. Explore the Eastfjords, Vatnajökull National Park, and picturesque villages, before visiting the otherworldly landscapes of Lake Mývatn. Discover Iceland’s natural beauty at glaciers, volcanoes, and waterfalls, including Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Skaftafell. Conclude with the magic of Snæfellsjökull National Park and a visit to the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum. This immersive journey offers a perfect blend of Icelandic nature, culture, and adventure.
Tour Highlights
- View first-hand many of the classic natural wonders, including the Golden Circle, the Glacier Lagoon, Reynisfjara Beach, Dettifoss waterfall and Mývatn nature reserve
- Enjoy a glimpse into Icelandic life with authentic local activities and delicious dinners
- Spend a full day in the enchanting Snæfellsnes Peninsula, known for its incredible variety of landscapes
- Discover and learn about Iceland from our hand-picked local guides, who are passionate and knowledgeable about Iceland
Good to know
- Optional Supplement bookable in advance:
- Day 4 Amphibian Boat Tour on Glacier Lagoon (Must be booked before departure) | 30 Minutes | Guided tour on amphibian boat : Adult: RM340 | Child: RM167
- Day 7 - Classic Whale Watching from Akureyri | 3 hours | Guided boat tour, warm overalls during tour : Adult: RM693 | Child: RM347
- Day 7 Forest Lagoon Geothermal Spa | Flexible | Bathing fee and use of towel : Adult: RM427 | Child: RM253
- Day 1 or 10 Volcano Express | Flexible | Entrance : Adult: RM147 | Child: RM133
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Reykjavik
Arrival at Keflavík airport and transferred to the Reykjavík city centre hotel. Optional Blue Lagoon with comfort entrance can be added. Price from RM900 per person
Day 2 Thingvellir National Park – Geysir – Gullfoss
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel before meeting your guide for an Iceland adventure. Begin with a brief tour of Reykjavík, then head to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO site where the world’s oldest parliament was founded and where you can walk between the North American and European tectonic plates.
Continue to Gullfoss, the stunning “Golden Waterfall,” and explore the Geysir hot spring area, where Strokkur erupts regularly. Experience Icelandic local life with a visit to a family-run farm that grows tomatoes using geothermal energy, with a chance to tour the greenhouse and taste fresh Icelandic tomatoes.
End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in the Golden Circle area.
breakfast · dinner
Day 3 Thjorsardalur Valley – Skógar – Dyrhólaey – Vík
Day begins with breakfast at your hotel. You’ll explore Þjórsárdalur valley, known for its diverse landscapes including birch woods, lava fields, rivers, and waterfalls. If the weather permits, you’ll get a view of Mt. Hekla, a prominent volcano. Visit Stöng to see a replica of a Viking-age longhouse buried by a volcanic eruption, famously a Game of Thrones Season 4 filming location.
Next, drive through the picturesque farmlands of Iceland’s South Shore, stopping at Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, each with its own unique charm. Proceed to Dyrhólaey*, a natural rock arch, and Reynisfjara’s black sand beaches, known for their dramatic waves. The day concludes in Vík, Iceland’s southernmost town.
Enjoy dinner and stay overnight in the Vík area.
*Note: Dyrhólaey is closed for bird nesting from mid-May to June 25th.
breakfast · dinner
Day 4 Vatnajökull National Park – Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon – Höfn
Start your day with breakfast at your hotel before exploring the glacier-filled landscapes of Vatnajökull National Park, home to Europe’s largest glacier. Drive through vast sand plains shaped by glacial outwashes as you head east.
Visit the stunning Skaftafell area, known for its lush green scenery, black sands, and breathtaking glaciers, including Svínafellsjökull, a striking glacial tongue extending from Vatnajökull.
Next, stop at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon to witness floating icebergs in the deep, icy waters. You can also take an optional boat tour among the icebergs (advance booking required). Nearby, visit the stunning Diamond Beach, where melting icebergs rest on black sand before drifting into the sea.
End your day in Höfn, a fishing town near Vatnajökull, known for its langoustines. Dinner is at your leisure, with various restaurants and cafés available.
Optional : Amphibian Boat Tour on Glacier Lagoon (Must be booked before departure) | 30 Minutes | Guided tour on amphibian boat [Adult RM 340 ; Child RM 170]
breakfast · dinner
Day 5 Höfn – Eastfjords – Egilsstaðir
After breakfast, drive from Höfn through Almannaskarð pass, stopping to admire the stunning coastline. Continue through the Eastfjords, where towering mountains plunge into the sea, offering breathtaking views. Pass through charming villages, including Breiðdalsvík, where you’ll visit Beljandi Microbrewery to sample locally crafted beer and learn about small-town Icelandic life.
Arrive in Egilsstaðir, a town near Iceland’s largest forest and a lake rumored to be home to a legendary friendly monster.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in the Egilsstaðir area.
breakfast · dinner
Day 6 Lake Mývatn Area
Start your day with breakfast at your hotel before exploring the vast, hauntingly beautiful highland desert plateau of Möðrudalsöræfi on your way to Lake Mývatn.
Visit Stuðlagil Canyon, one of Iceland’s largest basalt formations, with striking column-like structures. Stop at Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall, before heading to Námaskarð pass, where boiling mud pools and vivid colors create a surreal, otherworldly landscape.
Walk along the pseudo-craters at Skútustaðir, peek into Grjótagjá cave with its underground hot springs, and explore the eerie lava formations at Dimmuborgir, believed to be home to elves.
End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in the Mývatn area, known for its stunning movie-like scenery.
breakfast · dinner
Day 7 Lake Mývatn Area – Godafoss – Akureyri
Start your day with breakfast at your hotel before exploring the highlights of the Mývatn area. Then, visit Godafoss, one of North Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls, and learn about its fascinating history.
Continue to Akureyri, the vibrant “capital” of North Iceland, known for its charming architecture and stunning views of Eyjafjörður fjord. The rest of the day is free for you to explore. Visit the Listagil (Art Canyon) for galleries and cafés, explore museums, or stroll through the botanical garden, which thrives despite its Arctic location.
Enjoy dinner at one of Akureyri’s many restaurants before overnighting in Akureyri.
Optional 1 : – Classic Whale Watching from Akureyri | 3 hours | Guided boat tour, warm overalls during tour [Adult RM 700 ; Child RM 350] |
Optional 2 : Forest Lagoon Geothermal Spa | Flexible | Bathing fee and use of towel [Adult RM430 ; Child RM255]
breakfast
Day 8 Skagafjordur Borgarnes
After breakfast, drive through scenic valleys surrounded by dramatic mountains to Skagafjörður, a region famous for Icelandic horse breeding. Learn about this unique breed and its special fifth gait, the tölt, unchanged since Viking times.
Continue across the Holtavörðuheiði plateau into West Iceland, passing through Borgarfjörður, known for its volcanic landscapes, woodlands, and Viking history. Visit Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot spring, and admire the Hraunfossar waterfalls, where bright blue water flows through black lava formations. Nearby, see Barnafoss, a waterfall with stunning blue hues and a legendary story.
End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in the Borgarfjörður area.
breakfast
Day 9 Borgarfjordur – Snæfellsjokull National Park – Reykjavik
After breakfast, explore the natural beauty of Snæfellsjökull National Park, home to the Snæfellsjökull glacier, which sits atop a dormant volcano. Visit Kirkjufell, one of Iceland’s most photographed mountains, and walk along the pebbled shores of Djúpalónssandur beach. In Arnarstapi, admire the impressive basalt rock formations.
An Icelandic Saga says the area is protected by a half-troll living on the glacier, adding a sense of magic to the experience.
Visit the Bjarnarhöfn Shark Museum to learn about Iceland’s traditional cured shark meat, hákarl, and sample it if you’re brave enough.
In the afternoon, return to Reykjavík for an overnight stay. Dinner is at your leisure.
breakfast
Day 10 Depart Reykjavik
After breakfast, make your way to the international airport for your departure. Airport transfer is included.
breakfast
What's included
Included
- Guided Coach Tour from day 2 to day 9
- Welcome meeting with guide at hotel on evening of day 1
- Expert professional English-speaking local guide from day 2 to day 9
- Free Wi-Fi on board motor coach
- Accommodation 2 nights in a standard room with facilities in Reykjavík
- Accommodation 7 nights in a standard room with facilities in the countryside
- Icelandic breakfast (except arrival day)
- 5 two-course local-cuisine dinners in the countryside (main course and dessert) or buffet dinners, including coffee/tea
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Return airport transfers
Not included
- International air ticket
- Travel insurance
- Others not mentioned above
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Your hotels
Fosshótel Reykjavík
★★★★
Reykjavík Þórunnartún 1, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
Hótel Selfoss
★★★
Selfoss WXPV+XV4, Eyravegur 2, 800 Selfoss, Iceland
Hótel Katla
★★★
Hofdabrekku C3GV+GQ7 Höfðabrekku, Hofdabrekku, 871 Vik, Iceland
Hótel Höfn
★★
Hornafirði Víkurbraut 20, 780 Höfn í Hornafirði, Iceland
Hótel Hallormsstaður
★★★
Egilsstaðir Hallormsstadur, 701 Egilsstaðir, Iceland
Berjaya Hotel Mývatn
★★★
Mývatn Reynihlid, 660 Mývatn, Iceland
Hótel Akureyri Skjaldborg
★★★★
Akureyri Hótel Akureyri Skjaldborg
Hótel Hamar
★★★
Borgarnes Hamarsvöllur 310, 310 Borgarnes, Iceland



