8 days / 7 nights from £995 pp
Iceland is well known for its nature and volcanic and geothermal activity. Explore this beautiful country independently with our Iceland Circle fly & drive holiday. You will get a comprehensive picture of the country and discover the best that Iceland has to offer, small fishing villages, hot springs, waterfalls, soaring mountain peaks and lively farming communities.
Extra nights can be added in Reykjavik at the beginning or end of your tour.
2012 departure dates:
| Dates |
Standard package |
Comfort package |
May and Sep
|
£995 pp |
£1,095 pp |
Jun - Aug
|
£1,245 pp |
£1,375 pp |
- Standard package includes simple accommodation with private shower and WC in hotels and farmhouses and a B Class car (Toyota Auris or similar)
- Comfort package includes good tourist class hotels and farmhouses with private shower and WC and C Class car (Toyota Avensis Sedan or similar)
Package price is per person based on availability and sharing a twin room.
Package includes:
- Direct return flights from London to Reykjavik
- 7 nights accommodation in standard category hotels and guest houses
- 7 days car hire
- 7x breakfast
- Emergency phone service
- Information meeting during office hours at our travel bureau at Borgartún 34 in Reykjavik
- Taxes
Iceland Circle Fly / Drive Itinerary
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN REYKJAVIK
Pick up your car after arrival at the airport and overnight in Reykjavik/Keflavik.
DAY 2: GOING NORTH (410 km)
Explore the saga valley of Borgarfjörður in West Iceland and climb Grábrók volcano in the Bifröst area. Continue to Skagafjördur, valley of the horses and sagas. Here you find the Glaumbær turf farm & folk museum and the Viðimýri church, one of the most beautiful examples of traditional turf church architecture. Overnight in Eyjafjördur area, North Iceland.
DAY 3: LAKE MYVATN (200-220 km)
Akureyri is the capital of North Iceland and we recommend a visit to the old town, the modern church and botanical garden. Continue to Godafoss, the waterfall of the Gods. Lake Myvatn offers a wide spectrum of volcanic and geological features, abundant bird life and a wealth of walking trails. Overnight at Lake Myvatn, Husavik, Eyjafjördur area, North Iceland.
DAY 4: GOING EAST (240-300 km)
Travel east over Jökuldalsheiði moorland plateau, lava and sand desert. Possible detour to Dettifoss waterfall, subject to season. Egilsstaðir is the center of East Iceland, located at Lögurinn Lake and not far from Hallormsstaður woods and Hengifoss, Iceland's 2nd highest waterfall. Overnight in East Iceland.
DAY 5: VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK (400 km)
Travel the scenic route along the dramatic fjord landscape and fishing villages of East Iceland before reaching Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier and National Park. We recommend a boat tour between icebergs on Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon and a short hike in Skaftafell National Park. Overnight in Skaftafell, Kirkjubaejarklaustur area.
DAY 6: SOUTH SHORE (240 km)
A beautiful drive with many natural wonders awaits you today as you head across the Laki lava field, pass the waterfalls Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss. The bird cliffs of Dyrhólaey and Reynisfjara are simply amazing. We recommend also a stroll on the black lava beaches of Vík. Overnight in Hella/Selfoss area.
DAY 7: GOLDEN CIRCLE (230 km)
Today's program is called Golden Circle with Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring and Thingvellir National Park. Take some time to explore Reykjavik, Iceland's capital. Overnight in Reykjavik/Keflavik.
DAY 8: DEPARTURE FROM REYKJAVIK (49 km)
Drop off your car prior to flight departure.