Iceland with Kids - self drive holiday

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9 days - Self Drive highlights of Iceland, done simply.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Spot seals basking on the beach at Vatnsnes peninsula
    • Explore the caves at Vatnshellir
    • Silent Whale Watching Safari
    • Visit Akureyri town, the capital of the north!
    • Drive through spectacular scenery and visit volcanic sites by lake Mývatn
    • View the tall mountains and friendly fishing villages of the East Fjords
    • Marvel at the floating icebergs on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and explore the Fjallsárlón Glacier on a zodiac boat tour

What's this trip about?

    9 days - Self Drive highlights of Iceland, done simply.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavik
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly

Destinations

Attractions

  • Akureyri

Trip includes

    • 8 nights accommodation, rooms with private facilities incl. breakfast.
    • Rental manual car for 9 days, with unlimited milage and CDW insurance, pick up & drop off in Reykjavik Airport.
    • Whale watching tour (3 - 3.5 hours)
    • Vatnshellir Cave Tour
    • Mývatn Nature Baths admission
    • Glacier Lagoon Boat Tour
    • 24-hour emergency service
    • Taxes and service fees

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Reykjavik and pick up hire car

Arrive in Reykjavik and pick up hire car. Drive into tour and settle into your hotel.

Explore the city's attractions: Tjörnin Lake, Hallgrímskirkja church tower, the old harbour and Harpa Concert & Conference Centre. Or head to one of the many pools ...

Day 2 - West Iceland with the Vatnshellir cave tour

Today, explore the pearls of West Iceland, starting with Borgarfjörður, whose every single corner is tied to a surfeit of sagas and stories, adding depth and mystery to the region. Depending on how much you want to drive, you can visit Reykholt, one of Iceland'...

Day 3 - Northwest Iceland & Akureyri

View the majestic Hvítserkur Cliff off Vatnsnes peninsula that legend claims is a petrified troll. Seals can be seen basking on the shore but the area is one of the largest seal colonies in Iceland. Tour Skagafjörður, an area known for its horse breeding so kee...

Days 4 - 5 - Lake Mývatn and Whale Watching

Head to the northern part of Vatnajökull National Park, which includes some of the most spectacular and diverse sights in Iceland such as Ásbyrgi Canyon, Hljóðaklettar Cliffs and the stunning landscapes before driving onwards through the mystical barren landsca...

Day 6 - Mývatn Nature Baths

Slow down for the day and spend time relaxing together at the Mývatn Nature Baths, admission included. Drawing on a centuries-old tradition, Mývatn Nature Baths offer bathers a completely natural experience that begins with a relaxing dip amidst clouds of steam...

Day 7 - Vatnajökull National Park

The drive along the Eastfjords is truly beautiful and breathtaking with dramatic mountains, narrow fjords and quaint fishing villages. Visit Djúpivogur from where you can view Papey Island a nature reserve of seabirds and eider ducks, Seyðisfjörður, surrounded ...

Day 8 - South Iceland with a Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon boat tour

This morning, continue your drive towards the southern town of Vik. On the way stop by the Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon, the biggest glacial lagoon of its kind with its towering icebergs on the lagoon. Stop at the less crowded Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon for an ex...

Day 9 - Explore the Golden Circle

Discover the inland by driving through the fertile farmlands and settings of famous sagas. Spend the day exploring the Golden Circle area which comprises of the beautiful Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir hot spring area and Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World H...

Day 10 - Return car to the airport and depart

This morning, return to the airport and deliver your hire car.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,288
Price per day$429
Last Updated: 3/14/2025
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01 May 2025
30 Sep 2025
$4,288

Price per person. Family triple (if applicable) is available on request (2 adults sharing with one child age 4 -14). Price is early indicative and subject to change.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Flights to and from Iceland
    • Meals other than specified
    • Personal travel insurance
    • Extra car insurance, such as S-CDW and gravel protection
    • If you wish to hire an automatic car, these are 'on request' and can be difficult to obtain. Please seek further advice with us.
    • If you are planning on visiting the Blue Lagoon, book early for your final day or we can help you.

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