From Reykjavik you head through Borgarfjörður region on your way to Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Day spent exploring the numerous places of interest around the peninsula famous for the majestic Snaefell volcano/glacier at the end of the peninsula.
Possible stops include the basalt pillars of Gerðuberg, Búðir with its small wooden church surrounded by a lava field, Arnarstapi, a small fishing village where you can have a look at the fascinating rock formations by the old pier and Djúpalónssandur, a black sand beach. On the north of the peninsula you will drive along the shore of the Breiðafjörður Bay, passing through charming fishing villages.
Highlights of this day: Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Seal Colony, Snaefellsjökull glacier, Búðir, Arnastapi, Breiðafjörður Bay.
Day 3: Snæfellsnes - Breiðafjordur Bay Adventure boat tour - Borgarfjordur (Driving distance approx. 240 km)
Today you will be exploring the natural wonders of the Snaefellsnes peninsula. From Stykkishólmur, a charming fishing village with many old houses beautifully situated overlooking the Breidafjörður bay, join a sightseeing Nature & Bird watching tour among the uncountable islands, and explore the unique nature and bird life Breidafjörður has to offer. This Unique Adventure trip is included in the price, you will see countless birds; like puffins, eider ducks, shags, kittiwakes and if lucky the majestic white-tailed eagle. Everyone gets the chance to taste the delicious scallops and sea urchin rows. The freshest sushi in the world!
Take a walk around the excellent natural harbor and to the lighthouse on Súgandiseyja Island which is now linked to the mainland. There is a swimming pool in the town with slides and hot tubes.
During the summer Snaefellsnes offers you a vast variety of fun activities for the whole family such as horse riding tours, hiking, and many walking tours. We recommend you book in advance as many of the tours may get fully booked over the summer time. From Snaefellsnes you head back to the Borgarfjörður Region for your overnight stay.
Highlights of this day: The Unique adventure Nature & Bird watching tour, Stykkishólmur village.
Day 4: Borgarfjordur - swimming pool & minigolf - Thingvellir national Park - Selfoss /Hella area (Driving distance approx. 200 km)
Start the day with a visit to the Hraunfossar waterfalls where the water flows out from beneath a lava field into the river below. The Barnafoss waterfall is just a short walk away from Hraunfossar. Continue to Húsafell, where the family can go swimming and play mini-golf, you also have the pos
sibility of doing a horseback riding tour from there.
Continue along the Uxahryggir road to Thingvellir (Þingvellir) National Park, consider a geological wonder of the world. This is a highly interesting area both from the geological and the historical point of view. At Thingvellir you can see the effects of the tectonic plate movements which have opened various cracks and fissures in the earth’s crust, and it was here that the Icelandic Parliament was founded in the 10th century. 2 nights in Selfoss/Hella area in South Iceland.
Highlights of this day: Deildartunguhver, Reykholt, waterfall Hraunfossar, Swimming, Thingvellir National Park.
Day 5: Selfoss - Skógar/Vík - Waterfalls and birdcliffs - Selfoss (Driving distance approx. 200 km)
Today, you will visit the south coast of Iceland, one the most beautiful places in Iceland.
On your way along the south coast you will pass the Seljalandsfoss and Skógarfoss waterfalls, two stops you must not miss. You can walk behind Seljalandsfoss and at Skógar you will also find a very interesting folk museum (not included). Next you can stop and visit the puffins at the magnificent Dyrhólaey Cape. You can either take the road up to the top of the cape, (be careful, it is very steep and has dangerous bends) and have a look at the bird cliff there or drive to a beautiful black sand beach at the foot of the cape.
Take a walk along the beach of black sand in Reynishverfi, where families enjoy collecting shells and the most beautiful stones. Drive to the picturesque village of Vík and visit Seljavellir to enjoy one of the most remote outdoor swimming pools in Iceland surrounded by high cliffs and the glacier Mýrdalsjökull.
Drive back to the hotel area.
*Please note that Dyrholaey is closed during nesting season from May 15 to June 23 and from mid- August the puffins will have gone to sea!
Highlights of this day: Seljalandsfoss and Skógarfoss waterfalls, Skógar museum, Dyrhólaey, Vík.
Day 6: Selfoss - Geysir and Waterfall - Farm Animal Zoo - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavik (Driving distance approx. 220km)
Today you can visit Slakki Family Park and Farm Animal Zoo at Laugarás near Flúðir Continue heading to Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir area; these are two of Iceland’s most famous sights. Visit the geothermal area of Geysir where the hot spring Strokkur ejects
its water column high into the air every 5 – 10 minutes or so and where numerous small springs boil and bubble. Afterwards it is only a short drive to Gullfoss, which many regard as Iceland’s most beautiful waterfall.
Drive back to Reykjavik through Selfoss and Hveragerði. Now you can either take some time to relax in Reykjavik or drive to the famous Blue Lagoon for a relaxing swim, if you did not stop at the Blue Lagoon on day 1. Approx. 120 km round trip.
Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 7: Reykjavik - Whale Watching - Farm animal zoo - feeding the ducks
Today you have time to explore the Reykjavik city centre where young children can enjoy feeding the ducks and swans on the city lake.
Don’t miss the viewing platform at “Perlan and visit the Family Park and Farm Animal Zoo.
In Reykjavik you have 19 swimming pools to choose from in, and around, Reykjavik!, on a warm summer day you may want to relax at Nauthólsvík, a small beach situated not far from the city Center.
In the afternoon experience an exciting whale-watching tour and catch sight of whales, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds in their natural habitat. Most common sightings are Minke whales, White-Beaked Dolphins, Harbour Porpoises and occasionally the great Humpback whale. Many sea birds can be seen as well and the tour includes a stop by the Puffin Island during the puffin season.
Overnight in Reykjavik.
Day 8: Departure (Driving distance approx. 50 km)
Drive back to Keflavik airport for your flight back home.
Or book an extra night in Reykjavik, the vibrant capital of Iceland!
Reykjavik is Iceland’s largest city and often called the capital of the north because of its location. With only approximately four hours of daylight in the wintertime, the city has a mysterious yet dynamic atmosphere, while in summer it is bustling and full of energy, with almost 24 hours of daylight!
Reykjavik offers a wide range of sights to visit and lots of activities.
Among the things you can visit in Reykjavik are the old city centre where you can walk by the lake, Tjörnin , visit the Town Hall, and walk around the Austurvöllur square, where the Parliament building stands, and down to the harbor. You can stroll along the main street, Laugavegur to have a look at the shops and the art galleries and find a restaurant or a café to your liking. Do not miss the church Hallgrímskirkja or the dome Perlan, a modern building from where you have a panoramic view over the whole city. It is also possible to go to the Laugardalur valley for a swim in the outdoor thermal pool or take a walk in the botanical garden.
There are several museums worth visiting in Reykjavik, for example the National Museum of Iceland near the University, the National Gallery of Iceland near lake Tjörnin and the Reykjavik Art Gallery (includes 3 different collections).
A whale-watching tour from Reykjavik harbour is a wonderful experience: a trip out to sea to look at whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.
Type of accommodation
Family room - Comfort accommodation
Family Rooms for 2 adults + up to 2 children 12 years and younger, with private facilities. Comfort accommodation may be in
country hotels, farmhouses or guesthouses. Most of the facilities booked
by Iceland Tours offer dinner during the summer time. Breakfast
included.
Car Rental details
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Toyota Aygo or Similar
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Toyota Yaris or Similar
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Toyota Auris or similar
Manual
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Toyota Verso Station or similar
Manual
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F
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Toyota Rav 4WD or similar
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Toyota Land Cruiser GX 4WD AUTO or similar
Automatic
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Included
- Rental car of your choice with unlimited mileage, CDW and VAT for 7 days
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Accommodation in family rooms comfort for 7 nights with Continental breakfast
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Map of Iceland and detailed itinerary
- DVD entertainment system;fully transportable and can also be used in the hotel room
- Unique adventure Boat tour on the Breiðafjörður Bay
- Whale Watching trip from Reykjavik
- Surprise souvenir for the kids
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24-hour emergency service
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Taxes and service fee
- Two authorized drivers free of charge
- FREE GPS if booked by May 31 st
Not included
- Flights to Iceland
- Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)
- Personal travel insurance
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