Classic Iceland
Overview
Travel through Iceland's geysers, hot springs, volcanic plateaus and charming villages on this 11-day trip. A country with unparalleled history and natural beauty, there's something simply magical about Iceland. Start your journey in Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, and loop through the country's most celebrated destinations. Marvel at black lava plains, magnificent glaciers, and steaming geothermal springs, and just when you think you can't take another waterfall, the next one blows you away!
If you love the freedom and adventure of the open road, then a Fly & Drive vacation is just what you need. Drive your way through the experience of discovering parts of Iceland one kilometre at a time. The car rental and hotel stays are included in the package, along with a bunch of other travel essentials that will help make this trip easy, fun, and unforgettable.
Format
Locations
- Reykjavik
- Vik
- Höfn
- Egilsstadhir
- Húsavík
- Akureyri
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Reykjavík (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
- 9 nights of accommodation in selected category
- Continental breakfast daily
- 9-day car rental per category selected
- Including unlimited mileage (24-hour basis), second driver, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection (TP), Third Party Liability Insurance Coverage, WiFi, Icelandic VAT Taxes
- Earn and redeem Aeroplan® points
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Reykjavik.
Day 2
Welcome to Reykjavík
Upon arrival, pick up your rental car and check in to your hotel.
(Approximately 50 km)
Day 3
Reykjavík – Golden Circle – Vík or Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Hit the road for Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
(Approximately 370 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
See where the Icelandic parliament was established in 930 AD and check out the Geysir hot springs. Stop at several spectacular waterfalls along your route to the Vík area.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4
Skaftafell – Jökulsárlón – Höfn
Start your day with a drive across the impressive black sand plain, Myrdalssandur. Drive to the Höfn area for the night.
(Approximately 280 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
See stunning views of glaciers along your route to the oasis-like Skaftafell National Park, and hike the trails surrounding the Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon. Take an optional 30 to 40-minute boat trip to see enormous glaciers up close.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5
East Fjords - Egilsstaðir
Today, journey south through the sheltered East Fjords.
(Approximately 325 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Stop in Stöðvarfjörður, visit Petra's Stone Collection, one of the world's most complete collections of Icelandic minerals. Continue to the Egilsstaðir area.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6
Dettifoss – Ásbyrgi – Húsavík or Mývatn
Begin today's adventure with a drive through the lunar-like landscape of Möðrudalur. Drive to Húsavík for the night.
(Approximately 325 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Stop at the mighty Dettifoss waterfalls, then see Ásbyrgi, a horseshoe-shaped gorge with impressive rock walls and abundant vegetation.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7
Akureyri – Godafoss – Mývatn
Today, explore Lake Myvatn Nature Reserve, and continue to Akureyri.
(Approximately 250 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Explore Lake Myvatn Nature Reserve, renowned for its volcanic activity and amazing bird life. Don't miss the geothermal area of Námaskarð.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8
Skagafjördur – Borgarfjördur
On your way to Borgarfjordur, stop in Skagafjordur and Deildartunguhver.
(Approximately 380 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Head through Skagafjordur, visit the museum at Glaumbær, travel through the Holtavörðuheiði moors and stop for a dip at Deildartunguhver, Iceland's largest hot springs, on your way to Borgarfjörður.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Today, the natural wonders of the Snaefellsnes peninsula await.
(Approximately 250 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Marvel at the stunning Snaefellsjökull National Park and the Snaefell Glacier that towers above the region.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 10
Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Reykjavík
Continue exploring the area on your way back to Reykjavik.
(Approximately 200 km)
($) Optional Activities
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Out & About
Continue your exploration of the area with visits to the ancient fishing village of Hellnar, the black lava pearl beach of Djúpalónssandur, and the 200-metre volcanic crater, Eldborg.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 11
Reykjavík - Return to Canada
Return your rental car at the airport and board your flight home.
(Approximately 50 km)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accomodations
Where you'll stay
Location
Hotel
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 2 people (2 adults)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Room details
Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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Daily service:
- June 1 to October 31, 2024
- June 1 to October 31, 2025
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Not included:
- Meals, unless noted
- Additional car insurance
- Entrance fees to nature sites
- Personal expenses and insurance
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The day-to-day locations are already set and hotel accommodations will already be booked, but what you do during the day in each location is completely up to you. We've gathered our top picks for suggested itineraries, places to visit, things to do and even great spots for tasty treats. Explore to your heart's content and take our suggestions - or don't! No one decides what your travel days look like but you. Just make sure to get to the hotel on time!
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When booking your Fly & Drive, the first name added on the file is considered as the principle driver of the vehicle. Modifications or change of name to principle driver name will incur fees.
- CDAN VW GolfAuto / Compact
- DGAI Kia Niro PhevAuto / Compact
- IDAR Toyota Corolla / Intermediate
- IFAI Hyundai Tucon/Intermediate
Inclusions: Unlimited mileage, Icelandic VAT taxes, Collision Damage Waiver insurance, Third Party Liability Insurance, WiFi.
Exclusions: Fuel, Personal Accident Insurance Plus (PAI Plus) & Personal Effects Protection (PEP), Theft Protection (TP), SCDW insurance, airport service charge, other optional services such as Global Positioning System (GPS), refueling charges, applicable one-way service fees, extra additional driver's fee, baby seats, etc. Anything not specifically noted above.
CDW (Collision Damage Waiver) CDW does not cover damage to the underside of the vehicle, damage due to driving through rivers or any kind of water, it does not cover damage due to driving through sandstorm or damage which is caused by loose rocks which get thrown at the car on gravel roads. It is a condition of all Icelandic car insurances that the driver is always responsible for such damage.
A credit card is always necessary for insurance purposes. Acceptable credit cards are: Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club.
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The sequence of the itinerary may be altered for reasons beyond the supplier’s control, such as accommodation availability, weather, national events, strikes, etc.
Kilometres are estimated, depending on the routes that drivers decide to navigate (main roads vs. scenic roads).
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Check-in: 3:00 p.m.
Check-out: 12:00 p.m.