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Iceland Complete

Starts from Reykjavik
Multi-city tour

Experience all of Iceland’s magic and wonder on this epic 14-day circuit of the country. Two weeks of museum visits, bird watching and hiking with the breathtaking backdrop of a spectacular landscape.

If you love the freedom and adventure of the open road, then a Fly & Drive vacation is just what you need. Fly into Reykjavik and drive your way through the experience of discovering 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.

Location:

  • Reykjavik, Iceland (KEF)
  • Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Western Region, Iceland
  • Patreksfjörður, IS
  • Isafjordur, Iceland
  • Hrutafjordur, Iceland
  • Akureyri, Iceland
  • Myvatn, Iceland
  • Egilsstadir, Iceland
  • Höfn, Iceland
  • Vík, Southern Region, Iceland
  • Selfoss, Iceland
  • Iceland
14  Days | 12  nights

INCLUSIONS

  • Round-trip flights to Reykjavik (if flight and hotel package option is chosen)
  • 12 nights of accommodation
  • 12 breakfasts
  • 12-day car rental per category selected
  • Including Unlimited mileage (24 hours 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.

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Day 2

Welcome to Reykjavík (approx. 50 km)

Upon arrival, pick up your rental car and drive to the capital. Check in to your hotel.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • If time permits, you might like to begin your journey with a visit to Iceland’s world-famous Blue Lagoon. Take a relaxing dip in the lagoon’s soothing, geothermal waters, before heading to your hotel.
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Day 3

Reykjavík – Borgarfjördur – Snæfellsnes Peninsula (approx. 300 km)

Spend your day discovering Snaefellasness peninsula.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • See the majestic glacier Snaefellsjokull and visit the famous goth church in Budir. Make your way through the small fishing village Arnarstapi and keep an eye out for bird cliffs that are home to kittiwakes and arctic terns. Stroll on the black sand at Djupalonssandur beach and drive along the Northern shore of the peninsula.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 4

Stykkisholmur – West Fjords (approx.450 km)

From Stykkisholmur, drive along the scenic coast until you've reached the region of Flókalundur and Patreksfjördur in the West Fjords.  

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Visit one of the most secluded places in the country, where steep mountains and deep fjords are home to the fairies and elves of Icelandic lore. Make your way to Latrabjarg, a huge cliff with thousands of breeding birds. Carry on along the fjords passing white sand beaches and cliffs until you reach your accommodations near Patreksfjordur.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 5

Patreksfjordur – Isafjordur (approx. 200 km)

Today you continue up north along the West Fjords. Cross mountains and heaths as you drive along the dramatic fjords at the foot of steep cliffs.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Stop at Dynjandi, a beautiful waterfall that lies in the northern arm of the fjord Arnarfjordur. Pass by fishing villages like Thingeyri and Flateyri on your way to your last stop, Isafjordur.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 6

Isafjordur – Holmavik – Hrutafjordur or Hvammstangi (approx. 360 km)

From Isafjordur, continue your journey of the West Fjords.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Drive along the numerous small fjords of Isafjardardjup, passing the Vigur Island on the way. Arrive in the village of Holmavik, where you can visit an interesting museum dedicated to the ancient Icelandic magic. Continue along Hrutafjordur fjord to your next hotel accommodation.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 7

Húnaflói – Skagafjördur – Eyjafjördur (approx. 340 km)

Drive along Hunafloi and Skagafjordur region before arriving in Akureyri town.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Skagafjordur is known for horse breeding, and here you’ll see the distinct Icelandic breed grazing in the valley. Stop at the Glaumbaer museum, which is one of the best-preserved turf farmhouses in Iceland. Head towards Eyjafjordur fjord, the road that takes you through the deep valleys of Northern Iceland before you arrive in Akureyri.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 8

Akureyri – Godafoss - Lake Myvatn (approx. 350 km)

While heading to Myvatn, stop at Godafoss, the waterfall of the pagan gods.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Dedicate your day to the marvels of Lake Myvatn Nature Reserve. One of its main attractions is Namaskaro geothermal area where you will find bubbling mud pools and hissing steam vents.  Walk through the Dimmuborgir lava labyrinth. 
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 9

Húsavík – Tjörnes – Ásbyrgi – Dettifoss – Egilsstadir (approx. 325 km)

Drive on the attractive stretch of the Tjornes Peninsula coastline until you arrive at Asbyrgi and Egilsstadir, your final stop for the day.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Asbyrgi, a horseshoe-shaped gorge said to be the hoof of Odin’s eight-legged horse Sleipnir. Take short walk in the canyon Svartifoss before heading to your next stop Iceland’s most powerful waterfall, the mighty Dettifoss. Continue your trip through the desert highlands of Modrudalsoraefi to the village of Egilsstadir.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 10

East Fjords - Hofn (approx. 325 km)

Drive south through the sheltered East Fjords and pass through the small fishing villages of Reydarfjordur, Faskrudsfjordur, Stodvarfjordur and Djupivogur.   

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • In Stodvarfjordur you can visit Petra’s Stone Collection museum. Continue to Hvalnes, the “Cape of the Whales” with its never-ending stretches of beaches in Lonsvik.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 11

Jökulsárlón – Skaftafell – Kirkjubæjarklaustur or Vík (approx. 280 km)

First stop is at Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, followed by Skaftafell National Park before arriving on your last stop of the day, Vik.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Take a short cruise surrounded by numerous icebergs that fill the lagoon. Take the time to walk around and take in the beautiful surroundings. Continue towards Skaftafell National Park where we recommend a hike to access the beautiful Svartifoss. Before arriving to Vik, drive over to Myfdalssandur, to see a vast expanse of black volcanic sand.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 12

Vik – South Shore – Selfoss or Hevragerdi (approx. 225 km)

First stop is the black sand Reynisfjara beach followed by Cape Dyrholaey and Skogar before your last destination, Selfoss.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Reynisfjara beach is famous for the rock stacks that rise from the sea and its basalt columns. Next stop is at Cape Dyrholaey, where you often see puffins, unless its nesting season from May 15 until June 23. Continue westbound and you arrive at the tallest waterfall in Iceland, Skogafoss, or the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can walk behind the water.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 13

Golden Circle – Reykjavik (approx. 200 km)

The Golden Circle, the most popular attraction in Iceland, will be your first stop. Followed by Gullfoss, Thingvellir and finally Reykjavik.

Optional Activities ($):
OUT & ABOUT:
  • Start at the famous geothermal area Geysir, where the Strokkur hot spring shoots water columns high in the air every 5 to 10 minutes and where numerous small springs boil and bubble. Next stop is the iconic waterfall Gullfoss. Continue to Thingvellier, which is a geological wonder of the world, then head to your last stop.
Meal(s): Breakfast
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Day 14

Reykjavik - Return to Canada (approx. 50 km)

Drop off your rental car at the airport and board your flight home.

Meal(s): Breakfast
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ACCOMMODATIONS

WHERE YOU'LL STAY

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location
HOTEL
Reykjavik, Iceland (KEF)
Fosshotel Baron (or similar)
Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Western Region, Iceland
Hotel Fransiskus (or similar)
Patreksfjörður, IS
Fosshotel Westfjord (or similar)
Isafjordur, Iceland
Fisherman Hote (or similar)
Hrutafjordur, Iceland
Hotel Laugarbakki (or similar)
Akureyri, Iceland
Hotel Edda Akureyri (or similar)
Myvatn, Iceland
Hotel Laxá (or similar)
Egilsstadir, Iceland
Hotel Edda Egilsstadir (or similar)
Höfn, Iceland
Hotel Jökull (or similar)
Vík, Southern Region, Iceland
Hotel Katla (or similar)
Selfoss, Iceland
Hotel Selfoss (or similar)
Reykjavik, Iceland (KEF)
Fosshotel Reykjavik (or similar)
Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Western Region, Iceland
Hotel Egilsen (or similar)
Patreksfjörður, IS
Hotel Látrabjarg (or similar)
Isafjordur, Iceland
Hotel Torg (or similar)
Hrutafjordur, Iceland
Hotel Laugarbakki (or similar)
Akureyri, Iceland
Berjaya Akureyri Hotel (or similar)
Myvatn, Iceland
Hotel Laxá (or similar)
Egilsstaðir, Eastern Region, Iceland
Icelandair Hotel Hérad (or similar)
Höfn, Eastern Region, Iceland
Fosshotel Vatnajokull (or similar)
Vík, Southern Region, Iceland
Fosshotel Vatnajökull (or similar)
Selfoss, Iceland
Hotel South Coast (or similar)

Room Specifications

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.

IMPORTANT INFO

DEPARTURE DATES

Daily from June 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024

 

MORE TO KNOW

Not included

  • Meals, unless noted
  • Cancellation/Travel Insurance
  • Entrance fees to nature sites
  • Additional car insurance

 

 The order of the itinerary may change, operate in reverse, sequence of overnights could vary, due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.

ACTIVITIES

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 places to visit and things to do. 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!

TRANSPORTATION

  • Compact automatic car 5-person CDAN (Toyota Auris or similar)
  • Compact automatic Plug-in Hybrid car 5-person DGAI (Kia Niro or similar)
  • Intermediate automatic car 5-person IDAR (Toyota Avensis Sedan or similar)
  • Intermediate automatic Plug-in Hybrid car 5-person IFAI (Hyundai Tucson or similar)

Available on request through our call centre:

  • Manual SUV 5-person IFMN (Kia Sportage or similar)
  • Automatic SUV 5-person IFAR (Kia Sportage or similar)
  • Manual Minivan 9-person LVMN (Ford Transit or similar)

Inclusions: Unlimited mileage, Icelandic VAT taxes, Collision Damage Waiver insurance, Third Party Liability Insurance, Wi-Fi.

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, 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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Prices take into account taxes and are rounded to the nearest full dollar. Full details on taxes and fees are on the booking page.