South Iceland & Vestmannaeyjar self drive tour

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9 days - Explore glaciers, volcanoes and Vestmannaeyjar
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Overview

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

What's this trip about?

    9 days - Explore glaciers, volcanoes and Vestmannaeyjar

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

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Rental manual car for 7 days Car type B (VW Golf or similar), with unlimited mileage and CDW insurance
    • GPS included
    • Accommodation outside of Reykjavik in small hotels with private facilities and breakfast included
    • 2 nights in Reykjavik central downtown hotel, breakfast included or similar
    • Boat tour in Vestmannaeyjar
    • Inside the Volcano tour (half day tour)
    • Glacier tour (4-5 hours)
    • Ferry ticket return to the Vestmannaeyjar
    • Blue Lagoon entrance included
    • Rental car return to Reykjavik city depot
    • Private transfer to the airport on the final day
    • 24-hour emergency service
    • Taxes and service fees The activities are seasonal and will be substituted depending on what you want to do and what is available.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon visit before driving south

Arrive Reykjavik and pick up your car. Drive to the Blue Lagoon and relax here for a few hours before setting off away towards Southern Iceland to get the most out of your stay in Iceland. It is a 90 minute drive to your hotel, in the heart of the Golden Circle...

Day 2 - Explore the Golden Circle and then relax at geothermal spa, Laugarvatn Fontana

Explore the Golden Circle highlights early this morning from your conveniently located boutique hotel. Visit Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of great historical and geological importance, the Geysir hot spring area with its fabulous erupt...

Day 3 - Ferry to Vestmannaeyjar

After breakfast, drive to Landeyjahöfn (1hr 15 mins) to catch the ferry across to Vestmannaeyjar. There are several departures each day and you need to check in 30 minutes before departure.

On arrival on the island of Heimaey, check into your hotel and t...

Day 4 - Explore Vestmannaeyjar with an included boat tour

There are many options today - you can continue to explore by car or foot.

Included today is a boat tour to see the puffins, rock formations, wildlife and the amazing Westman Islands.

Day 5 - Ferry to the mainland

After breakfast, take the ferry back to the mainland. Time is now put aside to explore the area of Vik. Head down to the black beaches, have a look at the amazing rock formation of Dyrhòlaeyand Reynisfjara in the distance. Stop to skip volcanic stones by Reynis...

Day 6 - Glacier Adventure Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park

This morning, drive to the Skaftafell National Park headquarters (approx 1 hr) for a 4-hour glacier hike on crampons on Vatnajökull Glacier in Skaftafell National Park.

This Glacier Walk takes you deeper onto the ice than most tours, guiding you through ...

Day 7 - Return to Reykjavik, taking the slow back roads as you wish

With only 5-6 hours back to the capital, take the slow roads back to Reykjavik. Reykjavik is an intimate city with a big personality and some striking landmarks - stroll down to the harbour to visit the Armoury, the new concert hall, the design streets and city hall. You will return your hire car this afternoon.

Day 8 - Descend 120 metres into a volcano that erupted 4.000 years ago

This morning, you will be picked up from your hotel for your tour inside the dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano. After a 30 minute drive, you hike to the start of the underground tour section. This usually takes about 45–50 minutes to complete. It’s rated as modera...

Day 9 - Depart Reykjavik

After breakfast, private transfer to the airport for your flight.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,370
Price per day$486
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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01 May 2025
30 Sep 2025
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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

    • 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 . Flight tickets to/from start and end points, any airport taxes, travel insurance, visas, gratitudes and any items of personal nature.

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