5 Day Self Drive: South West Highlights & off beat surprises (RKV based)

This 5-day self-drive package is perfect for travelers who appreciate the comfort of staying in one accommodation for the entire trip and exploring all nature highlights from that base. The itinerary covers the most important highlights of South Iceland with some delightful "off the beaten track experiences".


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Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Starts: Keflavik Airport, Iceland
Ends: Keflavik Airport, Iceland
Language: English Speaking Voyage

September 2025 – December 2025


Included


This itinerary is designed for travelers who prefer to establish a single home base and embark on day-long adventures to discover Iceland's unique landscapes. The package combines must-see highlights of the South West with unexpected surprises and includes a special Northern Lights cruise to enhance your chances of seeing this natural phenomenon.

Highlights
Stay at a single hotel in Reykjavik to explore the region.
Experience both popular attractions and "off the beaten track" surprises.
Enjoy a Northern Lights yacht cruise for a unique viewing opportunity.
Participate in a guided glacier hike and explore a lava cave.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival in Iceland
Discovering the vibrant capital
Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport, pick up your rental car. After settling in your hotel, enjoy some time at leisure in Reykjavik before an evening Northern Lights Yacht Cruise.

Day 2: Golden Circle Exploration
Geothermal wonders and classic sights
Explore the famous Golden Circle, followed by a Rye Bread Tour at a geothermal bakery. The day concludes with a premium admission to Laugarás Lagoon.

Day 3: Silver Circle Adventure
Exploring hidden gems
Venture into the Silver Circle in Borgarfjördur. The day's activities include a guided Lava Cave Tour, with the option for a spa admission.



Day 4: South Coast and Glacier Hike
Nature's breathtaking beauty
Spend the day on a South Coast adventure which includes a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier. Afterward, drive back to Reykjavik.

Day 5: Departure
A final farewell
Drop off your rental car at Keflavik Airport and depart.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Iceland
Discovering the vibrant capital
Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport, pick up your rental car. After settling in your hotel, enjoy some time at leisure in Reykjavik before an evening Northern Lights Yacht Cruise.

Day 2: Golden Circle Exploration
Geothermal wonders and classic sights
Explore the famous Golden Circle, followed by a Rye Bread Tour at a geothermal bakery. The day concludes with a premium admission to Laugarás Lagoon.

Day 3: Silver Circle Adventure
Exploring hidden gems
Venture into the Silver Circle in Borgarfjördur. The day's activities include a guided Lava Cave Tour, with the option for a spa admission.



Day 4: South Coast and Glacier Hike
Nature's breathtaking beauty
Spend the day on a South Coast adventure which includes a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier. Afterward, drive back to Reykjavik.

Day 5: Departure
A final farewell
Drop off your rental car at Keflavik Airport and depart.


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INCLUSIONS

4 nights' accommodation in 3* hotel in Reykjavik, standard dbl room, incl. breakfast.
4 days car rental: CDW, SCDW, TW, GP, unlimited mileage, 1 extra driver, tax, Pick up / drop off KEF Airport.
Northern Light boat tour.
Rye Bread tour (Geothermal bakery) at Fontana.
Laugarás, Lerki Package.
Viđgelmir, Cave Explorer Tour.
Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier.

EXCLUSIONS

Anything not mentioned in the inclusions


* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.

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