Iceland South Shore Winter Adventure

5 days / 4 nights
5 days / 4 nights
couple walking along snowy plain to a tall waterfall and rock face
Ribbons of the Northern Lights in the sky above Thingvellir National Park
The Strokkur geyser erupting against the winter sun
couple walking along snowy plain to a tall waterfall and rock face
Ribbons of the Northern Lights in the sky above Thingvellir National Park
The Strokkur geyser erupting against the winter sun
couple walking along snowy plain to a tall waterfall and rock face
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The top hits of Icelandic nature mixed with city life

Experience the south coast on this 5-day Iceland winter self-drive tour. See where North America and Europe meet at Þingvellir National Park. Marvel at the Strokkur geyser, which erupts every few minutes.

And get your fill of striking waterfalls, including the incredible Gullfoss, Skógafoss, and Seljalandsfoss. That last one you can even walk behind!

Of course, because it’s wintertime, you also have the chance to chase the Northern Lights. This incredible natural light show can often be seen on clear winter nights.

Travel styleSelf-drive
Trip length5 days / 4 nights
VibeEasy-going
SeasonWinter
(1 Oct–31 Mar)
TransportRental car
Starts fromReykjavík
Tour codeSD08

On this tour you will...

  • See the Strokkur geyser shoot water into the air

  • Experience 3 of the most popular waterfalls

  • Walk the sands of Reynisfjara black sand beach

  • Spend a full day exploring Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital

  • Stay overnight in the countryside and the city

  • Have the chance to bathe in geothermal pools

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Top attractions

The Gullfoss waterfall in summertime

Gullfoss

The Strokkur geyser erupting in winter against a sunset

Geysir and Strokkur

Þingvellir National Park, Iceland, in autumn colors

Þingvellir National Park

The Seljalandsfoss waterfall covered in icicles

Seljalandsfoss

A rainbow over the Skógafoss waterfall on a sunny day

Skógafoss

Vik Church with Reynisdrangar sea stacks in the distance

Vík í Mýrdal

The Tjörnin pond in Reykjavík in summer

Downtown Reykjavík

Why book a self-drive trip with Iceland Tours?

  • Start your tour on the date that suits you

  • New rental cars with 2 drivers as standard

  • 24/7 emergency helpline in Iceland

  • Handpicked local accommodation options

  • Secure your booking with just a 5% deposit

  • Best Price Guarantee

Your 5-day self-drive itinerary

Your 5-day self-drive itinerary
Staying inReykjavík
Driving distance50 km (31 mi)
Staying inReykjavík
Driving distance50 km (31 mi)

Your memorable, Iceland adventure begins the very moment you arrive at Keflavík Airport. Once you pick up your rental vehicle, you’ll head directly for Reykjavík and your exciting, first night in Iceland.

Highlights

The Tjörnin pond in Reykjavík in summer

Downtown Reykjavík

Extra activities

Riders on FlyOver Iceland above a virtual waterfallExtra

FlyOver Iceland

The Sky Lagoon at sunsetExtra

Sky Lagoon Pure Pass

Staying inSelfoss/Hveragerði area
Driving distance220 km (137 mi)
Staying inSelfoss/Hveragerði area
Driving distance220 km (137 mi)

You can start by a drive to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the geological wonders of the world where you can see the effects of the tectonic plate movements which have opened various cracks and fissures in the earth’s crust. You continue to the famous Geysir area where the Strokkur hot spring ejects its water column high into the air every 5–10 minutes and where numerous small springs are boil and bubble. Afterwards you only have a short drive to reach Gullfoss, surely one of the country’s most beautiful waterfalls. Drive back in direction to Selfoss area for an overnight stay.

Highlights

Þingvellir National Park, Iceland, in autumn colors

Þingvellir National Park

The Strokkur geyser erupting in winter against a sunset

Geysir and Strokkur

The Gullfoss waterfall in summertime

Gullfoss

Extra activities

The Laugarvatn Fontana spa as seen from aboveExtra

Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Spa

Staying inSelfoss/Hveragerði area
Driving distance285 km (177 mi)
Staying inSelfoss/Hveragerði area
Driving distance285 km (177 mi)

Today you will spend the day along the south coast. You will pass two spectacular waterfalls, the Seljalandsfoss waterfall which you can walk behind and Skógafoss waterfall. At Skógar, you will find a folk museum showing how people lived in the past in Iceland. The black sand beaches of the south coast are famous and you can take a walk on them in the little village of Vík or in Reynisfjara. Drive back to Selfoss for a second night.

Highlights

The Seljalandsfoss waterfall covered in icicles

Seljalandsfoss

A rainbow over the Skógafoss waterfall on a sunny day

Skógafoss

Vik Church with Reynisdrangar sea stacks in the distance

Vík í Mýrdal

Extra activities

Glacier Discovery tour on Sólheimajökull © Icelandic Mountain GuidesExtra

Sólheimajökull Glacier Discovery

Staying inReykjavík
Driving distance150 km (93 mi)
Staying inReykjavík
Driving distance150 km (93 mi)

Drive back to Reykjavík through Hveragerði. Take some time to explore Iceland’s capital, with its cool cafés and restaurants, interesting shops, and captivating museums and galleries. And why not relax and unwind in a “hot pot” at one of the city’s many pools? This is a great way to experience authentic Icelandic culture.

Highlights

The Tjörnin pond in Reykjavík in summer

Downtown Reykjavík

Extra activities

Raufarhólshellir Lava TunnelExtra

Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel

Driving distance50 km (31 mi)
Driving distance50 km (31 mi)

It seems as if your journey to fabulous Iceland only began a moment ago, but now it is time to head back home, driving back to Keflavík Airport for your flight. Depending on your flight’s time, you may be able to squeeze in a last day in Reykjavík or an extra night in there to experience all the amazing things that the city has to offer.

Highlights

The Tjörnin pond in Reykjavík in summer

Downtown Reykjavík

Extra activities

Riders on FlyOver Iceland above a virtual waterfallExtra

FlyOver Iceland

The Sky Lagoon at sunsetExtra

Sky Lagoon Pure Pass

What’s included?

Detailed itinerary

Budget, Comfort, or Quality accommodation every night

Continental breakfast every day

Rental car of your choice for 4 days

2 authorized drivers as standard

Unlimited in-car Wi-Fi

Unlimited mileage

Collision damage waiver

24/7 emergency helpline when you’re in Iceland

VAT, taxes & service fees

Flights to Iceland

Fuel & parking charges

Food & drink, unless otherwise stated

Attraction entrance fees, unless otherwise stated

Personal travel insurance

Choose your rental car

Included as standard:

Collision damage waiver

2 authorized drivers

Unlimited in-car Wi-Fi

Suzuki Swift
Manual

CO₂ 128g/km

Suzuki Swift 4×4 or similar

Class A2
x4
x5
x2
Skoda Octavia Wagon
Automatic

CO₂ 119g/km

Škoda Octavia Wagon 4×4 or similar

Class P
x5
x5
x4
Toyota Land Cruiser
Automatic

CO₂ 213g/km

Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 or similar

Class I
x5
x5
x5
Dacia Duster
Manual

CO₂ 116g/km

Dacia Duster 4×4 or similar

Class E2
x5
x5
x3
Volkswagen Caravelle
Automatic

CO₂ 198g/km

Volkswagen Caravelle 4×4 or similar

Class D2
x9
x5
x7
Volkswagen Golf
Automatic

CO₂ 273g/km

Volkswagen Golf or similar

Class B2
x5
x5
x3
Suzuki Swift
Manual

CO₂ 128g/km

Suzuki Swift 4×4 or similar

Class A2
x4
x5
x2
Skoda Octavia Wagon
Automatic

CO₂ 119g/km

Škoda Octavia Wagon 4×4 or similar

Class P
x5
x5
x4
Toyota Land Cruiser
Automatic

CO₂ 213g/km

Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 or similar

Class I
x5
x5
x5
Dacia Duster
Manual

CO₂ 116g/km

Dacia Duster 4×4 or similar

Class E2
x5
x5
x3
Volkswagen Caravelle
Automatic

CO₂ 198g/km

Volkswagen Caravelle 4×4 or similar

Class D2
x9
x5
x7
Volkswagen Golf
Automatic

CO₂ 273g/km

Volkswagen Golf or similar

Class B2
x5
x5
x3
Kia Sportage
Automatic

CO₂ 176g/km

Kia Sportage 4×4 or similar

Class O
x5
x5
x3
Volkswagen Caravelle
Manual

CO₂ 198g/km

Volkswagen Caravelle 4×4 or similar

Class D
x9
x5
x7
Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
Automatic

CO₂ 130g/km Plug-in hybrid

Hyundai Tucson Hybrid 4×4 or similar

Class N3
x5
x5
x3
Renault Captur
Automatic

CO₂ 217g/km Plug-in hybrid

Renault Captur or similar

Class P6
x5
x5
x3
Kia Sportage
Manual

CO₂ 176g/km

Kia Sportage 4×4 or similar

Class F
x5
x5
x3
Skoda Octavia Wagon
Manual

CO₂ 119g/km

Škoda Octavia Wagon 4×4 or similar

Class E
x5
x5
x4
Kia Nero
Automatic

CO₂ 29g/km Plug-in hybrid

Kia Niro or similar

Class B3
x5
x5
x3
Volkswagen Golf
Manual

CO₂ 196g/km

Volkswagen Golf or similar

Class  B
x5
x5
x3

Trip summary

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Adults

Ages 12+

2

Children

Ages 2-11

0

Infants

Ages 0-1

0

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