Iceland Highlands & Lowlands 2010
9 days / 8 nights, Reykjavik - Þingvellir National Park - Geysir - Gullfoss - Kjölur - Skagafjörður - Akureyri - Lake Mývatn - Goðafoss - Húsavík - Egilsstaðir - East Fjords -Jökulsárgljúfur National Park - Dettifoss - Skógafoss - Seljalandsfoss - Reykjavik | For people who choose to be independent in their travels. Self drive packages include rental car and farm accommodations offering special idyllic atmosphere of the countryside. We offer about 130 farms all around Iceland, which offer made-up beds with and without private bathroom, home cooked meals and various recreations.
A circle tour passing the colorful thermal area Hveravellir. Experience the difference between the deserted, sandy highlands and the green fields along the coastline. Fascinating and pure nature of Iceland awaits you: glaciers, geysers, waterfalls and volcanic activity.
Types of car recommended: No. 5.0 (Medium 4wd) and higher
| Departure | Daily, June 1st - September 30th, 2010 |
| Price | Car category Medium 4WD ( cat 5 ) $2,302 per person in double room with private facilities $75 single supplement per room per night with private facilities $27 rate for children 2-11 yrs, when sharing a double room with 2 adults, per night Rates valid from June 1st -August 31st Rental car for 7 days Types of car recommended: No. 5.0 (Medium 4wd) and higher |
| Included | Transfers to/from Keflavík international airport by Flybus shuttle Pick up travel documents at the Airport 8 nights accommodations, combination of farmhouses, guesthouses and hotels Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily 7 days rental car, category of choice Unlimited mileage, CDW, VAT and one authorized driver Detailed itinerary and road map of Iceland with marked accommodations, suggested itinerary, and information about all the interesting sites along the route. Thermal flask / Vacuum flask |
| Not Included | Airport transfers, see Flybus Fuel expenses Meals Optional tours Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items $25 service fee |
| Please Note | Pick up of rental car on day 2. Drop off at Keflavík airport or in Reykjavík on departure day before 09:00. If the car is delivered outside this time range, an extra day will be charged. Due to road conditions routes may be altered without prior notice. The highland tracks of Iceland are not expected to be open until the middle of June. A final list of accommodations will be sent with your documents. Hotels are selected at the discretion of the local tour operator. Rental car for 7 days Types of car recommended: Group 4 or higher |
| Tour Options | Additional nights in Reykjavik Visit to the Blue Lagoon East Greenland excursion, 1-3 days |
Iceland Car Types
Driving in Iceland
Iceland Highlands & Lowlands map
DAY 1 KEFLAVIK - REYKJAVIK Arrival at Keflavík airport and pick up of travel documents. Transfer with Flybus to accommodation in Reykjavík.
DAY 2 THINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK - GULLFOSS (B) From Reykjavik to Þingvellir National Park, site of the ancient Icelandic parliament. The park offers a stunning volcanic landscape of mountains and lava flows. Visit the geothermal area of the Geysir and the glacier waterfall of Gullfoss.
Optional: River rafting in the Geysir area
ATV-quad biking in Haukadalur
Entrance to Geysir Geo Center
DAY 3 KJÖLUR - SKAGAFJÖRDUR (B) The route leads over the highland track Kjölur (4WD needed, track open from mid-June), passing the colorful thermal area Hveravellir between the glaciers Langjökull and Hofsjökull. Arrive in the horse-breeding valleys of Skagafjördur fjord.
Optional: Horse riding in Skagafjörður Horse show in Skagafjörður
DAY 4 AKUREYRI - LAKE MÝVATN - GOÐAFOSS (B) Drive to Akureyri, the second largest town in Iceland outside the capital area. Onwards to the Mývatn area, first stop being the Goðafoss waterfall. The natural wonders of Lake Mývatn area include fantastic lava formations of Dimmuborgir, the volcanic area of Krafla, and the pseudo craters of Skútustaðir.
DAY 5 TJÖRNES - HUSAVIK - EGILSSTAÐIR (B) From Mývatn head towards the Tjörnes peninsula. Through the fishing port of Husavik to Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, with the impressive horseshoe-shaped Ásbyrgi canyon and Dettifoss waterfall, the mightiest waterfall in Europe. Continue east to Egilsstaðir.
Optional: Whale watching from Húsavík
DAY 6 EAST FJORDS (B) Drive south through the spectacular coast line of the East Fjords with charming fishing village and towering mountains that plunge vertically into the sea. Stop at Almannaskarð pass which offers a striking view of Vatnajökull glacier and the coastal area.
Optional: Boat tour to Papey Island Petra's stone collection
DAY 7 GLACIAL LAGOON (B) The Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon by the Vatnajökull glacier offers a beautiful view of the glacier and the floating icebergs make a deep impression on the traveler. Onwards to Skaftafell National Park a green oasis with its many hiking possibilities. Continue along the south coast for an overnight stay.
Optional: Jeep tour to Vatnajökull Glacier Boat tour on Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon Glacier hike in Skaftafell area
DAY 8 VIK - SKÓGARFOSS - SELJALANDSFOSS (B) Continue westwards to Kirkjubæjarklaustur, a former site of a 12th century Catholic convent, across the vast Eldhraun lava fields to the black sands of Vik. Drive across the fertile agricultural area of the south stopping by the beautiful waterfalls Skógarfoss and Seljalandsfoss before continuing to Reykjavik.
Day 9 REYKJAVIK (B) Morning free for own activities and sightseeing before afternoon Fly Bus transfer to Keflavik airport.