6 Days Self -Drive Tour with Pick Up - Golden Circle & Waterfalls -4x4 Campervan

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Borgarfjordur and Krauma Spa
6 stops
1
Keflavík International Airport
We offer a complimentary shuttle service from either International Keflavík Airport or a hotel accommodation from Keflavík town to CampEasy office located just a five-minute drive from the airport.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
2
Reykholt
You then stop at Reykholt, a highly historical site from medieval times, which is home to Icelandic Sagas.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Hraunfossar Lava Waterfall
You visit now two beautiful waterfalls: Hraunfossar and Barnafoss which just a few meters apart. While Hraunfoss waterfall is composed of trickling rivulets coming through the vegetation on a large portion of the river bed, Barnafoss or children waterfall is a powerful gust of water which emerges through a lava opening.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Barnafoss
Nearby Hraunfoss is located Barnafoss or children waterfall. Barnafoss is a powerful gust of water that emerges through a lava opening.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Deildartunguhver Thermal Spring
You stop at Deildartunguhver, Europe's largest hot spring located in Reykjadalur or the "valley of smoke. "From a safe distance, you see massive bubbles formation in the 97°C water and feel the generated heat on your face.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Krauma
You finish the day in the geothermal waters of the Krauma Spa before heading to the campsite. Adjacent to Deildartunguhver, the facility has four pools fed with a constant and natural geothermal water flow. The site does not use chemicals to maintain its water quality as nature provides what is needed.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Snæfellsnes Peninsula and Volcanic Cave
7 stops
7
Glanni Waterfall
You might like to take a little detour to visit the small but picturesque Glanni waterfall before heading to west. The waterfall takes its name (shinning) after the contrast created from the “whiteness” of the tumbling water against the surrounding lava rocks.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Ytri Tunga Beach
You visit this charming and seclusive beach which is among Snæfellsnes gems! Away from the touristic flow, Ytri Tunga is know for being a spot where seals come and rest every now and then.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Budakirkja
You make a short stop at Búdir church which is among the three black churches in Iceland, making it an extremely sough spot by photographers. A little further, you find Búdir hotel from where every once and a while seals can be spotted in the sea.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Gatklettur
Gatklettur or hole in the cliff, is an arch in the stone carved out by erosion. The site makes a perfect spot for fantastic pictures and it takes around 2 hours (round trip) for this visit.
2 hours 20 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
Vatnshellir Lava Cave
At 2 PM, you explore an 8000-year-old lava tube located 32 meters under the ground! This is truly a fantastic lava formation where robust flows created an anti-chamber accessible by spiral stairs. Equipped by helmet and head-light, you descend deep under the surface.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
12
Djúpalónssandur beach
Djúpalónssandur is a black pebble beach where long ago sailors were selected right on the spot. Men´s strenght was tested by lifting big rocks (23 to 155 kg) and heavy drifted wood logs and carry or throw them as far as possible. Today, we can still see the rocks and many logs on the shore together with the remainder of rusty shipwreck. The site is kept untouched to truly connect with history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Saxhóll Crater
You might like to end the day with a visit of Saxhóll volcanique crater. Led by wooden steps along the way, you reach the 100 meters deep crater after a nice and easy walk. From there, you have a fantastic view on the sea, the lava fields and on a clear day, on Reykjavík on the horizon!
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Stykkishólmur and Eldborg Crater
6 stops
14
Svodufoss
Start the day by visiting a nice waterfall! Connecting with the tranquility of Icelandic nature, you just park in the very near-by parking lot from which you access the waterfall within minutes. Should the weather be nice with a clear sky, you might see Snæfellsnes glacier towering over the chute!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
Kirkjufell Mountain
Kirkjufell is a well-known and famously photographed mountain in Iceland. Formed about 5 to 10 million years ago, its multi-layered tip gives it a unique and majestic look. Kirkjufell is paired with a near-by waterfall, kirkjufellsfoss, which you would not miss out on!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
16
Stykkisholmur
Stykkishólmur is a charming fishing village renowned for fresh and succulent fish dishes. Make sure to visit Súgandisey Island and its lighthouse before going to your next stop. The harbor connects with the island by road, and you can walk up the mount from which the view is spectacular.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
17
Gerðuberg Cliffs
You next visit Gerduberg cliff on your way to Þingvellir. Gerduberg is partially composed of 14 meters high basalt columns which are strangely geometrically symmetric!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
18
Eldborg Crater
You might like to visit Eldborg crater or the fortress of fire which is accessible after 45 -50 minutes hike (one way). From the top, you can other craters in the vicinity.
2 hours 45 minutes • Admission ticket free
19
Pingvellir National Park
Þingvellir National Park is the first point of the famous Golden Circle route. This is not only a geological marvel where Öxará waterfall (or Öxarárfoss) and Silfra Fissure were born out of the continental drift, splitting the earth‘s crust at various locations but it is also an important historical and political site. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage. Note that the park´s visit is free, however, you have to pay a Parking fee, which is not included in the tour´s price.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 4
Golden Circle and Skógafoss Waterfall
6 stops
20
Kerid Crater
You visit Kerid volcanic crater, which is located just 40 minutes drive away from Þingvellir National Park. The crater is approximately 3000 years old and is covered with vivid colored grounds in the summer. The crater is a lovely site in its winter coat, particularly when its inner lake catches the sunlight on frosty days. Note that to walk up to the crater, there is a small admission fee to pay, which is not included in the tour price.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
21
Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths
You go for a Rye Bread tour at 11.45 AM where the dough is cooked in the very ground by the geothermal heat and you can of course taste it! You then soak in the delicious warm waters of Fontana Bath from which you have panoramic view of the lake.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
22
Geysir
You next visit Geysir where the geyser Strokkur shoots its warm water column up to 15 meters in the air. Geysir is the second point on the famous Golden Circle route that you are scheduled to visit.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
23
Gullfoss
You complete the Golden Circle with a visit to the mighty waterfall Gullfoss which chute impressively drops down in a narrow gorge from 32 meters high. If you are interested, we recommend you visit Friðheimar Restaurant and Farm, famous for its horse breeding and horse show activities, and its tomato farm entirely run with geothermal energy using biological pest controls. Fridheimar is open for visits and has a restaurant where you can taste their tomatoes' specialties. Note that this is only our recommendation, the admission fee is not included in the tour price. Booking in advance needs to be made by you either by e-mail to fridheimar@fridheimar.is or via phone call to (+354) 486 8894. If you choose to come here, it will take you 50 minutes, including the driving time from Gullfoss Waterfall.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
24
Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss is a 60 meters high waterfall behind which you can walk. It is a very picturesque site and is therefore widely photographed and featured. Note that entrance to the waterfall area is free; however, there is a parking fee you must pay, which is not included in the tour price.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
25
Skógafoss
Next, you visit the impressive Skógafoss waterfall which is fed by the melting waters from Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers. This powerful chute provides a unique experience where deafening sounds, water spray, and rainbows surround you as the light reflects on the droplets. Be ready to be amazed!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Vík and Reykjavík
6 stops
26
Dyrholaey
Dyrhólaey or Doorhill Island is the remains of what used to be an island thousands of years ago. The promenade is a 120 meters rock formation that has a gaping hole in the middle where ships used to sail through. Today, Dyrhólaey is a top-rated site in Iceland and is home to many bird species.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
27
Reynisfjara Beach
Next, you visit the well-renowned Reynisfjall cliff on Reynisfjara beach. The basalt columns of the cliff wall provide a unique atmosphere to the site. You may like to sit on some of them and gaze away at the three basalt rock formations standing out of the Atlantic Sea. Rumor has it that they are the remains of trolls who wanted to reach the shore but got caught by daylight, which transformed them instantly.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
28
Lava Show - Vik
At 1.30 PM, you go at the Icelandic Lava Show where you witness and experience safely real running hot lava flowing through a mimic volcanic eruption.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
29
Magic Ice
You now drive back to Reykjavík where you visit an ice museum and ice bar at 6.00 PM! Be sure to leave the south coast in time to reach the capital where you end the day with the famous hot and cold contrast that symbolizes Iceland!
2 hours 45 minutes • Admission ticket included
30
Hallgrimskirkja
Hallgrimskirkja church is located close to downtown Reykjavik and the famous Rainbow Street. Should you like to have a 360° panoramic view of the whole city, we recommend going to the very top of the church. Note that the entrance to the church is free; however, you need to pay an admission fee if you wish to walk up to the church´s tower, which is not included in the tour price.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
31
Sky Lagoon
Right after you visit the ice museum and bar, you go at 7.00 pm to the warm geothermal waters of the Sky Lagoon! You stay for two hours in the spa enjoying the Sky Pass entrance and its 7-rituals.
2 hours 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Departure
3 stops
32
Krysuvik
Depending your departure flight´s time, you might have time to visit Reykjanes Peninsula before you drop your campervan. Krýsuvík is a geothermal area on the peninsula where you witness the heat, smell and the various shades of yellow, white, red and green of the surrounding ground.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
33
Bridge Between Continents
The Bridge bewteen two continents is a physical bridge where you can “stand” above ground between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. If you are interested, we recommend you visit the Viking World Museum where you can be transported to the past, at the settlement time, where you can see a life-size Viking boat stand in the facilities. The ship was built in 2000 and sailed to New York to "commemorate Leifur Eiríksson's journey to the new world a thousand years earlier "– Viking World Museum. Note that this is only our recommendation, the admission fee is not included in the tour price. If you choose to come here, it will take you 1 hour and 20 minutes, including the driving time from the Bridge Between Continents.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
34
CampEasy Iceland
You now drop off your campervan. A free shuttle ride takes you to either the international airport of Keflavík or to a hotel accommodation in Keflavík.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• For some activities in this tour the minimum age requirement is 5 years
• It is recommended to be at paid activities´ meeting points 20 mins before the activity starts

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