Choose the Westfjords circle trip for a handcrafted Iceland experience that prizes solitude, raw landscapes, and local stories. Set your own pace with private guides, farm stays, and flexible departures that match your curiosity. Act now to reserve car and ferry spots, request a personal itinerary, and secure seasonal experiences like midnight sun hikes or whale watching.
This is for travelers who want authenticity over shortcuts and prefer trips shaped around their interests, making it an ideal option for trips to Iceland. Start planning today and transform a simple vacation into a deeply personal journey through Iceland’s most untouched corners.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isafjordur and surrounding fjords | • Morning flight Reykjavik to Isafjordur • Pick up car and meet a local advisor • Bolungarvik and Osvor maritime museum • Flateyri, Holt beach, and Onundarfjordur fjord • Sudureyri on Sugandafjordur fjord • Seafood dinner at Tjoruhusid | Northern Westfjords |
| 2 | Isafjordur Bay | • Tailor-made, guide led experiences in Isafjordur Bay | Southern Westfjords |
| 3 | Southern Westfjords | • Latrabjarg cliffs for seabirds and puffins (in season)• Raudasandur red sands and seal spotting• Breidavik and Orlygshofn golden beaches to end the day | Southern Westfjords |
| 4 | Dalir and Southern Strandir | • Drive Dalir valleys • Coastal route via Fellsstrond and Skardsstrond with Breidafjordur views • Continue toward remote Strandir region • Soak in sea hot pots at Drangsnes • Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft in Holmavik | Strandir |
| 5 | Northern Strandir | • Djupavik herring factory exhibition • Nordurfjordur village visit • Krossneslaug historic pool with sea views • Stop at Munadarnes | Strandir |
| 6 | Isafjordur Bay and Reykjavik | • Hvitanes cape seal spotting • Litlibaer turf roof cafe for waffles • Valagil gorge hike or Sudavik visit for arctic fox info and possible sightings • Short flight Isafjordur to Reykjavik • Walk Reykjavik center • Tjornin pond, old harbour, Harpa, and Solfar Sun Sculpture | Reykjavik |
| 7 | Reykjavik and departure | • Transfer to Keflavik Airport for your flight home |
Take the morning flight from Reykjavik to Isafjordur for sweeping views that set the tone for your Iceland travel experience. Upon arrival, pick up your car and meet a local advisor for insider tips, then start exploring the dramatic cliffs, seabird colonies, and remote fishing villages.
Base yourself in Isafjordur and explore nearby villages at an easy pace. Visit Bolungarvik for the Osvor maritime museum, then head to Flateyri for golden Holt beach and the scenic Onundarfjordur fjord. Continue to Sudureyri on Sugandafjordur fjord, and end the day with fresh seafood at Tjoruhusid in its historic house.
Explore Isafjordur Bay with tailor-made experiences led by local guides. Pick from a year-round culture walk, horse riding from May to October with pony options for younger riders, whale watching from June to October, and Hornstrandir culture and history tours.
In the summer, consider adding nature reserve hikes or sea kayaking. Options can be adapted for families and active travelers, with a focus on wildlife, remote landscapes, and authentic Icelandic stories.
Today is all about the wild beauty of Iceland’s far west. Start at Latrabjarg, the country’s westernmost cliffs, where you can watch seabirds up close and capture classic puffin photos.
Then continue to Raudasandur to walk the red sands and look for seals along the shore. End the day unwinding on the golden beaches of Breidavik and Orlygshofn, a calm and memorable finale to your Iceland itinerary.
Dalir’s quiet valleys are steeped in saga history and linked to Eirikur the Red and his son Leifur Eiriksson. Follow the coastal road through Fellsstrond and Skardsstrond for wide views across Breidafjordur, with the islands scattered offshore and Snaefellsnes and the Westfjords rising in the distance.
Further north, Strandir feels truly remote and is famous for its eerie folklore and stories of sorcery. Soak in the seaside hot pots at Drangsnes, visit the Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft in Holmavik, and, in season, add whale watching or a puffin boat tour for a memorable finish.
Explore Northern Strandir, one of the best places to visit in Iceland for travelers seeking true remoteness. Visit the Djupavik herring factory exhibition, wander the tiny village of Nordurfjordur, and soak in the historic Krossneslaug pool with sea views. Stop at Munadarnes farm for sweeping fjord and mountain scenery.
With only around 50 residents, Strandir feels wonderfully untouched. The coastal road winds past panoramic inlets, waterfalls, driftwood beaches, and wide open horizons at every turn.
Spend the day exploring Isafjordur Bay and its dramatic fjord scenery. Start at Hvitanes cape to look for curious seals, then stop at the turf-roofed Litlibaer for its legendary waffles. In the afternoon, choose between a short hike into Valagil gorge or a visit to Sudavik to learn about and possibly spot arctic foxes. After your Westfjords adventures, take the short flight from Isafjordur to Reykjavik.
Arriving in the capital, enjoy an easy walk through Reykjavik’s compact center. Take in Hallgrimskirkja’s soaring tower, browse lively Laugavegur and the nearby town squares, then slow down by the pond at Tjornin and the charming old harbour. Round off along the waterfront with the geometric Harpa Concert Hall and the Solfar Sun Sculpture on the coastline.
On departure day, enjoy a relaxed final morning in Reykjavik. After breakfast, take a short walk along the harbour or through the city center for any last photos, coffee, or souvenirs. Then transfer to Keflavik Airport in time for your flight home, bringing your Iceland trip to a smooth close.
