Choose a North Iceland journey designed for travelers seeking authentic, tailor-made trips to Iceland. Take the wheel with a rental car and set your own rhythm, supported by local guidance that leads to hidden viewpoints and genuinely local moments.
Bring your camera, request a custom route, and turn a simple getaway into a personal exploration of Iceland’s dramatic landscapes. Contact us to create a trip that goes beyond postcards and fits your travel style.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Iceland and Borgarfjordur | • Grabrok crater and Glanni waterfall • Hraunfossar and Barnafoss falls • Deildartunguhver hot spring • Reykholt saga heritage and the Settlement Center in Borgarnes • Optional Glymur canyon trail to the 198 m waterfall | West Iceland |
| 2 | Snaefellsnes Peninsula | • Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall near Grundarfjordur • Djupalonssandur black sand and rock formations • Hellnar and Arnarstapi coastal path • Berserkjahraun and Budahraun lava fields • Budir black church | Snaefellsnes Peninsula |
| 3 | North West Iceland, Akureyri and Godafoss | • Godafoss waterfall • Akureyri downtown, museums, Lystigardurinn gardens • Trollaskagi coast and Siglufjordur | North West Iceland |
| 4 | Lake Myvatn and northern lava landscapes | • Hverir geothermal fields and Leirhnjukur• Dimmuborgir lava towers• Skutustadagigar pseudo craters• Grjotagja lava cave and hot spring | Myvatn area |
| 5 | Dettifoss, Jokulsargljufur and Husavik | • Dettifoss waterfall • Jokulsargljufur canyon drive • Vesturdalur, Hljodaklettar basalt formations, Raudholar hills • Asbyrgi canyon and Botnstjorn pond • Husavik whale watching and GeoSea sea baths | Myvatn area |
| 6 | Akureyri and North West Iceland | • Forest Lagoon or beer spa • Whale watching tours | North West Iceland |
| 7 | Reykjavik City | • Laugavegur and town squares • Hallgrimskirkja • Tjornin and the Old Harbour • Harpa Concert Hall and Solfar Sun Voyager sculpture | Reykjavik |
| 8 | Departure day | • Drive to the airport for departure |
Begin your Iceland travel adventure in Borgarfjordur, crossing lava fields to the Grabrok crater and the peaceful Glanni waterfall. Continue to the cascading Hraunfossar and roaring Barnafoss, then feel the geothermal power at Deildartunguhver.
End the day with Reykholt’s saga heritage and the Settlement Center in Borgarnes for a deeper look at Iceland’s early history. For active travelers, add the canyon trail to the 198 m Glymur waterfall for dramatic views.
The Snaefellsnes Peninsula, often called Iceland in miniature, is shaped by the Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano and packed with standout sights. Photograph Kirkjufell mountain and its nearby waterfall by Grundarfjordur, then continue to Djupalonssandur for black sand beaches and dramatic rock formations.
Follow the coastal path through Hellnar and Arnarstapi, cross the striking Berserkjahraun and Budahraun lava fields, and finish at the iconic black church at Budir.
Visit Godafoss, the picture-perfect waterfall, and continue to Akureyri for its charming downtown, museums, and the Lystigardurinn botanical gardens, a trio that ranks among the best places to visit in Iceland in the north.
Follow the Trollaskagi coast to the colorful fishing village of Siglufjordur for dramatic fjord views. Add tailor-made detours on the Vatnsnes peninsula to see the Hvitserkur sea stack, the ancient Borgarvirki fortress, and the Seal Center, with seals often spotted along the shore.
Take in Lake Myvatn’s volcanic landscapes, from the bubbling geothermal fields at Hverir and Leirhnjukur to the dramatic lava towers of Dimmuborgir and the surreal Skutustadagigar pseudo craters.
Step into the atmospheric Grjotagja lava cave and hot spring, made famous by Game of Thrones.
Follow the Diamond Circle, a standout on any Iceland itinerary. Stand beside Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall, then continue through the 25 km Jokulsargljufur canyon to Vesturdalur valley for Hljodaklettar basalt formations and the colorful Raudholar hills.
Visit the horseshoe-shaped Asbyrgi canyon with its turquoise Botnstjorn pond and tranquil birch woodland, then finish in Husavik for whale watching and a soak at the GeoSea sea baths.
In Akureyri and North West Iceland, choose restorative and wildlife-focused experiences such as Forest Lagoon, a beer spa, and whale watching tours. For a more active day, add dog sledding, horse riding, river rafting, or sea kayaking.
With local guides, flexible timings, and family-friendly options, you can shape a tailor-made Iceland trip that fits your pace and interests.
Spend time in Reykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital and a compact hub for design, music, and great food. Wander Laugavegur and the town squares, visit Hallgrimskirkja, and stroll around Tjornin and the charming Old Harbour.
Finish along the waterfront at Harpa Concert Hall and the Solfar Sun Voyager sculpture with wide coastal views.
Departure day is your chance to slow down and savor a final slice of Reykjavik. Start with a relaxed breakfast and coffee, take a short waterfront walk by the Old Harbour, and pick up a few Icelandic treats or small design finds for the journey home.
Then head to the airport feeling refreshed, with your favorite moments neatly packed alongside your luggage.
