Iceland West
3 days / 2 nights, Western Iceland | Discover your own personal Iceland in our Short Self Drive: Explore Western Iceland where you can choose your own pace and itinerary. We offer program suggestions but the final choice is yours.
Types of Car recommended: Any type.
The basic package is 3 days and 2 nights. You can add 1-2 days to the package if you wish. The accommodation is the same during the entire tour.
| Car group 1.0 | Car group 2.0 |
|---|---|
| $500 | $550 |
3 days, 2 adults, Rates in USD, per person
| Car group 1.0 | Car group 2.0 |
|---|---|
| $705 | $770 |
4 days, 2 adults, Rates in USD, per person
| Car group 1.0 | Car group 2.0 |
|---|---|
| $910 | $990 |
5 days, 2 adults, Rates in USD, per person
| Departure | Daily, April 1st - October 31st, 2010 |
| Price | From $500 per person in double room From $905 Single room $30.00 Children 2-11 years, sharing a double room with an adult per night Children 12 years and older: Full price Infants 0-1 year: Free of charge |
| Included | Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom Breakfast for selected number of nights Car rental including VAT and CDW, for selected number of days |
| Not Included | Gasoline Meals Optional Tours International flights $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | Discounts & Special offers All departures in April and October 2010 are offered with 20% discount! All departures in May and September 2010 are offered with a 15% discount! All accomodation is with private facilities. |
| Tour Options | The basic package is 3 days/2 nights. You can add 1-2 days to the package if you wish. The accommodation is the same during the entire tour. |
Iceland Car Types
Driving in Iceland
Iceland West route map
Day suggestion 1 (recommended first day): VIKING TRAILS Re-trace the Viking footsteps along the ancient Saga trails of Borgarfjörður with the option of visiting the Settlement Centre for a look into the Viking culture. Continue along Mýrar district, passing Eldborg crater on route to Snæfellsnes peninsula where the mysterious Snæfellsjökull glacier presides over its surroundings.
Interesting things to do/places to visit in the area:
Settlement Centre in Borgarnes.
Day suggestion 2: THE SNÆFELLSNES PENINSULA Lush fjords, volcanic peaks, dramatic sea cliffs and sweeping golden beaches are just a few of the amazing contrasts that characterize the Snæfellsnes National Park. The glistening icecap of Snæfellsjökull glacier, believed by many to be one of the most powerful energy centers of the earth, is the crowning jewel. Explore the countless natural wonders of the peninsula; Arnarstapi sea cliffs with great variety of birdlife and the rocky beach of Djúpalónssandur before driving along the north coast through bustling fishing villages.
Interesting things to do/places to visit in the area:
Snow scooter tour on Snæfellsjökull glacier
Taste shark and Brennivín the local schnapps at Bjarnarhöfn
Day suggestion 3: STYKKISHÓLMUR AND A TASTE OF THE OCEAN According to ancient folklore, it is impossible to count the thousands of tiny islands scattered around in the Breiðafjörður bay. Not only do they house a rich variety of bird life but seals can also often be spotted on the low-lying skerries. Spend part of the day in the village of Stykkishólmur and surrounding. We recommend sailing out into the bay for a scenic nature and bird watching experience. The highlight of the tour is when a small net-plough is cast overboard, shellfish delicacies are brought on board and everyone gets the chance to taste it fresh from the sea.
Interesting things to do/places to visit in the area:
Boat tour from Stykkishólmur village
Volcano Museum at Stykkishólmur
Norwegian house (Museum) at Stykkishólmur
Walk to Súgandisey, an island near the harbour that is connected to the mainland. Visit the lighthouse and enjoy the great view over Breiðafjörður bay
Ruins of the ancient Viking parliament at Þingvellir, as well as a the Sacrificial stone, the altar of Thor.
Hike up the small mountain Helgafell (Holy Mountain), the former site of a wealthy monastery. The mountain was considered sacred to people of the Saga age.
Day suggestion 4: VISIT THE REMOTE ISLAND OF FLATEY For a glimpse of the Icelandic island life, take a day trip with the ferry Baldur to the charming island of Flatey, the only inhabited island in Breiðafjörður bay and a paradise for bird lovers. A stroll around this quaint village, where most of the houses date from the 19th century and have been preserved in their original style, will no doubt create a feeling of having travelled back in time.
Day suggestion 5 (recommended last day): HISTORY AND NATURE Visit the historic site of Reykholt, home to one of Iceland's most famous son. It was at this location that Snorri Sturluson lived and wrote much of the literature that made him the most significant Nordic poet of the Middle Ages. Visit Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls and admire the largest hot spring in the Northern Hemisphere, Deildartunguhver. Continue to Þingvellir National Park, UNESCO site and the original setting for the ancient Icelandic parliament. (If the Kaldidalur valley road is taken a 4wd car is needed).
Interesting things to do/places to visit in the area:
Snorrastofa (culture- and medieval centre built in memory of Snorri) in Reykholt
Cave tour close to Þingvellir
Snorkelling in Lake Þingvellir