Winter Self Drive in South Iceland

Come to Iceland and look for the northern lights (aurora borealis), a true natural phenomena. Drive and experience a magical winter wonderland whilst getting to know the Sagaland, see icy waterfalls, glaciers, geothermal hot springs, bathe in the famous Blue Lagoon and many other extraordinary things. Explore the coolest places in Iceland during wintertime. Hunt for northern lights in the clear Icelandic sky at night time and see frozen waterfalls and snow-capped mountains at day time. Experience a magical winter wonderland of this tiny island in the north.

Highlights

• Hunt for the Northern Lights with wake up calls available at the hotels in countryside upon request
• Explore Iceland's most amazing natural wonders, waterfalls, glaciers and national parks
• Self drive holiday for the independent traveler

Itinerary Suggestion

Day 1 - Arrival

Pick up the rental car at the airport and start your trip by driving to the city.

Accommodation is in a double/twin room in the hotel in central Reykjavik. Enjoy Reykjavik by night and look out for the Northern Lights in the evening or book an optional Northern Lights tour at your hotel.

Overnight in Reykjavík at Fosshótels or similar 3 star hotel. Option to upgrade to 4 star Fosshotel Reykjavík or similar.

Day 2 & 3- The Golden Circle Drive
Drive via the Golden Circle to the south. You will visit the golden waterfall, Gullfoss, the Geysir hot springs and Þingvellir National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Stay at Hotel Stracta or similar for two nights.

Day 4 - Continue along the South Coast
Travel along the South coast and see the magnificent waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógarfoss. Visit the black Sand beach at Vik before heading to your next hotel.

Spend two nights at Fosshótel Núpar, Hotel Hali or similar. Option to upgrade to 4 star Fosshótel Glacier Lagoon or similar.

Day 5 - Skaftafell National Park and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Spend your day at the Skaftafell National Park. You might want to go for a guided hike on one of the glaciers and perhaps try a bit of ice climbing.

Visit the glacier lagoon, Jökulsárlón, and see enormous icebergs floating around. If you are lucky you might see some seals resting on the icebergs.

Day 6 - Skógar and the Folk Museum
Drive along the scenic south coast back to the west. On your way you stop in Skógar and visit the popular folk museum.

Spend the last two nights in Reykjavík at Fosshótels or similar 3 star hotel. Option to upgrade to 4 star Fosshotel Reykjavík or similar.

Day 7 - Leisure day in Reykjavík or Reykjanes Peninsula with Blue Lagoon
Enjoy a leisurely day in Reykjavík or continue your exploration of south Iceland on the Reykjanes Peninsula and stop at the famous Blue Lagoon. The geothermal areas Gunnuhver and Krýsuvík on the peninsula are well worth the visit as well as the picturesque Kleifarvatn lake. You don´t want to miss the chance to cross between the two continents of Europe and North America on the bridge between continents.

Day 8 - Departure
Depending on your flight time you might want to enjoy Reykjavík in the morning or visit the Blue Lagoon if you have not had the chance to do so. Please note, entry to the lagoon must be pre-booked, we can help you!

Depart for the airport about 3 hours before your flight. Return the rental car at the airport and depart for home.

NOTE: This is an itinerary suggestion, sometimes it may be necessary to alter the route to fit in with hotel availability. All Iceland reserves the right to confirm a reversed itinerary and the right to change accommodation at short notice, depending on availability as per our terms and conditions.

DRIVING DISTANCES

Kilometers total: 2.170
Kilometers per day: 197

Miles total: 1.348
Miles per day: 123

Airfares/ATOL

Airfares are not included in the package price and thus quoted separately. Return flights to/from Iceland start from £200 per person 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.

Prices

Price in £ per person, 2 persons sharing a room and rental car:

Package details

Departure Dates: Daily departures, October - April

The price is from £995* per person depending on the rental car type, based on two people sharing a double/twin room and rental car (excluding flights)*

*Prices are subject to availability

This holiday includes:

• Hertz rental car (see options above) picked up and dropped off at Keflavík International Airport. Car rental includes: GPS navigation, free additional driver, unlimited mileage, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection Waiver, tax and drop off fees
• 3 nights accommodation in Reykjavik and 4 nights accommodation in the countryside in 3 star hotels/country hotels with private facilities in the region specified on the itinerary page. Your stay includes daily breakfast, free wifi and free parking (except in Reykjavík) and most hotels have restaurant/bar on site and offer northern lights wake up calls
• All Iceland information pack including maps, leaflets and more
• Detailed day by day driving itinerary personalised for you
• Dedicated All Iceland Travel Specialist to help with any questions you may have leading up to or during your holiday
• 24/7 emergency assistance
• Our unique Icelandic expertise in planning trips in Iceland for our customers
• Service fee and taxes

Not included:

• Return flights, we can book these for you and your holiday will be fully ATOL Protected
• Optional Excursions
• Travel Insurance
• Anything else not specifically listed under "this includes"

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!

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!