Reykjavík, South and West Iceland
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See Icelands major nature spots in the South and West. Explore Gullfoss waterfall, Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site and geothermal areas like the famous Geysir hot spring area. Snæfellsnes peninsula is unlike anything else in the world with its snow-capped volcano, stunning coastline, lava fields and bird colonies.
Highlights
- See the Natural Wonders of the South and West Iceland
- Visit Icelands modern capital, Reykjavík
- Hunt for the Northern Lights in Winter, see the Midnight Sun in Summer
- Available all year round
Itinerary Suggestion
Day 1 - Arrival
Arrival in Iceland. If time allows, go for an exploration walk around Reykjavík. We will send you plenty of suggestions of what to see and do in Icelands capital.
If you are traveling in winter (September-April), you can go hunt for the incredible Northern Lights.
Overnight the stay in Reykjavík at Fosshótel Baron, Fosshótel Rauðará, Fosshótel Lind or similar. Option to upgrade to 4 star hotels such as Grand Hotel Reykjavík, Hótel Reykjavík Centrum or Fosshotel Reykjavík.
Day 2 - The Golden Circle Drive
Visit Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring area in Haukadalur and Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Stay two nights in South Iceland at Fosshótel Hekla or similar.
Day 3 - Explore the South Shore
Take a tour along the south coast to visit the saga museum at Hvolsvöllur, Skógafoss waterfall and turf farm as well as the endless black sand beach at the town of Vík.
Day 4 - Head West
Drive west today and explore the valley of Borgarfjörður with its waterfalls, hot springs and historic sites. Visit Deildaratunguhver Hot Spring with the new Krauma Spa and the Hraunfossar waterfalls.
Overnight stay in West Iceland, Fosshótel Hellnar, Fosshótel Stykkishólmur, Fosshótel Reykholt or similar.
Day 5 - Snæfellsnes Peninsula and Reykjavík
Explore the Snæfellsnes peninsula, its snow-capped volcano, beautiful coastline, lava fields and bird colonies. Drive back to Reykjavík and take with a option for a detour via the beautiful Hvalfjörður bay. Explore Iceland’s capital.
Overnight in Reykjavík, Fosshótel Baron, Fosshótel Rauðará, Fosshótel Lind or similar. Option to upgrade to 4 star hotels such as Grand Hotel Reykjavík, Hótel Reykjavík Centrum or Fosshotel Reykjavík.
Day 6 - Departure
Depending on your flight time, you may want to spend the morning in Reykjavík exploring or stop over at the world famous Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa.
Optional Excursion: Visit to the Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is ideally located between Reykjavík and Keflavík Airport. Relax for a few hours before heading to the airport. If you have a morning flight back you can visi the lagoon on arrival if flight time allows or as a day trip from Reykjavik.
Return the rental car at Keflavík International Airport.
AIRFARES/ATOL
Airfares are not included in the package price and thus quoted separately. Return flights to/from Iceland start from £200 without bags. Please note that prices will be higher during peak season. When enquiring, our Iceland Travel Specialists will quote the best price from your preferred airport. If you book your flights with us, your holiday will be fully ATOL financially protected.
Price in £ per person, 2 persons sharing a room and rental car:
Car Type (or similar) |
A2:
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C:
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E: E2: |
F: Toyota Rav 4wd |
I: Toyota Landcruiser, Automatic 4wd |
M: Audi Q7 4wd |
October to April | 625 | 695 | 699 | 795 | 895 | 925 |
May |
795 | 795 | 855 | 955 | 1,195 | 1,255 |
June, July, August and September | 995 | 1,055 | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,455 | 1,495 |
SUMMER 2023 - VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY
The price is from £625* per person depending on the time of year you wish to travel, based on two people sharing a double/twin room and rental car (excluding flights)*
Departures: Daily all year round
*Price is subject to availability
This includes:
- Hertz rental car (see options above) picked up and dropped off at Keflavík International Airport
- Free extra driver, Unlimited Miles, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection Waiver, Tax and Drop Charge and Sat Nav for your convenience
- 5 nights accommodation as per the itinerary in 3 star hotels with private facilities and breakfast
- All Iceland parcel, including maps, information and more
- Detailed day by day driving itinerary personalised for you
- Emergency 24 hour service numbers
- Our unique Icelandic expertise in planning trips in Iceland for our customers
- Dedicated All Iceland Travel Specialist to help with any questions you may have leading up to or during your holiday
- Service fee and taxes
Not included:
- Return flights
- Optional Excursions
- Travel Insurance
- Anything else not specifically listed under "this includes
Available add ons and upgrades:
- Upgrade to superior/deluxe rooms
- Upgrade to 4 star hotels in Reykjavík and South Iceland
- Various day tours such as Blue Lagoon, horse riding, glacier walking, whale watching and many more!
Why book with All Iceland?
All Iceland is a UK based travel company that specialises in Iceland
Book with the Icelandic experts!
Our office is staffed and run by Icelanders, we promise intimate local knowledge from where to stay to places to eat and the hidden gems that you will not find in tourist guides. We will help you get the holiday you want and we can adapt this package. Book through us and your holiday will also be fully ATOL and ABTA protected. Travel with confidence!
Contact us and we can help you:
- to stay longer and discover more, this package can be extended -
- to book additional excursions -
- if you have specific accommodation requirements -
- to book this package with or without flights -
Life's a journey!
All Iceland collaborates with Hertz, the world's leading vehicle renting organisation.
Iceland offers the traveller an adventure in a beautiful and rugged landscape. However, experience shows that the forces of Icelandic nature can be harsh and inhospitable, and travellers are well-advised to exercise caution and respect for the country's natural environment. Please note, driving age limit in Iceland is 20 years old for passenger car (23 years for 4wd and minibusses), you must have a valid drivers licence and credit card for authorisation in order to book this holiday. More information and full details.
Tailor made self drive packages: Should you be looking for something a little more special? We can provide a tailor made itinerary, with small boutique hotels and local Icelandic hosted country accommodation. These inviting and friendly off the beaten track places to stay can offer intimate local knowledge of the surrounding area. Take advantage of the friendly natives, who take great pleasure in sharing with you their passion for the Icelandic landscape. Truly the Icelandic touch!
All Iceland cooperates with airlines that offer direct, scheduled flights to Iceland, Faroe Islands and Greenland. When making a holiday enquiry, please state which airport you wish to fly from. We can offer a package with or without flights. When you book a holiday package including UK flights, your holiday will be fully ATOL Protected.
Flights to Iceland
Icelandair, full service airline: London Heathrow and London Gatwick, Manchester, Glasgow and Dublin to Keflavík Airport (KEF).
PLAY, low cost airline: London Stansted, Liverpool to Keflavík Airport (KEF).
British Airways, full service airline: London Heathrow to Keflavík Airport (KEF).
easyJet, low cost airline: London Gatwick and London Luton, Bristol, Manchester and Edinburgh to Keflavík Airport (KEF).
Flights to Iceland, Akureyri
easyJet: London Gatwick
Domestic Flights in Iceland
Icelandair: Domestic flights between Reykjavík Domestic Airport (REY) to Akureyri, Egilsstaðir, Ísafjörður, Vopnafjörður, Grímsey and Þórshöfn.
Fugfelagið Ernir: Domestic flights between Reykjavík Domestic Airport (REY) to Vestmannaeyjar, Höfn, Húsavík, Bíldudalur and Gjögur.
Flights to Faroe Islands and Greenland
Atlantic Airways: Edinburgh to Vagar Airport Faroe Islands.
Air Greenland: Copenhagen to Greenland.
Icelandair: Reykjavík Domestic Airport to Faroe Islands and Greenland.
Bespoke Holidays
At All Iceland we tailor make holidays for our customers.
With this in mind you cannot book this holiday directly on the website but please send us an enquiry or give us a call and we will help you to create your once in a lifetime holiday. Contact our team of Icelandic Experts today and start planning with us!