Answer the call of Iceland’s remote Westfjords and the untamed Snaefellsnes Peninsula on a Wild West road trip designed for travelers who want authentic, tailor-made Iceland trips. Discover lava fields, solitary craters, and red sand beaches that feel like your own private landscape.
Take the next step and shape the journey around your style. Choose the pace, add local guides, and stay in handpicked places with real character. Lock in your dates for a small group or fully private adventure that brings your vision of Iceland to life.
| Day | Location | Activity | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Iceland and Borgarfjordur | • Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls • Deildartunguhver hot spring • Reykholt Saga Center • Grabrok crater walk • Glymur waterfall hike | West Iceland |
| 2 | Snaefellsnes Peninsula | • Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano views • Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall near Grundarfjordur • Djupalonssandur beach • Hellnar coastal walk • Arnarstapi cliffs and shoreline • Berserkjahraun lava field • Budir black church | Snaefellsnes |
| 3 | Southern Westfjords | • Latrabjarg cliffs • Raudasandur red sand beach • Seal spotting along the shore • Breidavik beach • Orlygshofn beach | Southern Westfjords |
| 4 | Northern Westfjords | • Scenic fjord drives along Arnarfjordur, Dyrafjordur, and Onundarfjordur • Thingeyri fishing village stop • Golden Holt beach walk • Dynjandi waterfall | Northern Westfjords |
| 5 | Isafjordur and Westfjords villages | • Bolungarvik village • Osvor Maritime Museum • Flateyri village • Onundarfjordur fjord viewpoints • Sudureyri village stop • Sugandafjordur fjord views • Meal at Tjoruhusid | Northern Westfjords |
| 6 | Isafjordur Bay, Dalir, Southern Strandir | • Isafjordur town center time • Kaldalon glacial creek • Snaefjallastrond coastline • Sudavik stop or Valagil gorge walk • Fellsstrond and Skardsstrond coastal drive views over Breidafjordur • Drangsnes seaside hot pots • Holmavik Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft | Strandir |
| 7 | Reykjavik | • Hallgrimskirkja church • Laugavegur and main squares • Tjornin pond • Old Harbor stroll • Harpa Concert Hall | Reykjavik |
| 8 | Departure | • Transfer to Keflavik for check-in • Departure |
Discover West Iceland and Borgarfjordur on an Iceland travel day filled with waterfalls, sagas, and volcanic landscapes. Visit Hraunfossar and Barnafoss, see the powerful Deildartunguhver hot spring, explore Reykholt’s Saga Center, and climb Grabrok crater for wide views over the lava fields of Borgarfjordur. For a bigger hike, follow canyon trails to Glymur, Iceland’s tallest waterfall at 198 meters, for dramatic panoramas.
Optional experiences include soaking at Krauma geothermal baths or Hvammsvik hot springs, visiting a horse farm for riding, exploring a lava cave, joining Into the Glacier or a snowmobile excursion, or stopping at the Settlement Center in Borgarnes.
Explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, crowned by the Snaefellsjokull glacier volcano and anchored by the photogenic Kirkjufell mountain and waterfall near Grundarfjordur. Walk the wild shores of Djupalonssandur, Hellnar, and Arnarstapi, then cross the Berserkjahraun and Budahraun lava fields for a close-up look at Iceland’s volcanic textures.
Stop at the iconic Budir black church, and keep watch along the coast for orcas and seabird colonies.
Explore Latrabjarg, Raudasandur, and the Southern Westfjords. Walk the westernmost Latrabjarg cliffs for unforgettable puffin encounters and close-up photography, then wander the red sands of Raudasandur to spot seals along the shoreline.
Finish by slowing down on the golden beaches of Breidavik and Orlygshofn, where the coast feels wonderfully remote.
Travel the scenic fjords of the northern Westfjords along Arnarfjordur, Dyrafjordur, and Onundarfjordur, with time to pause in small fishing villages such as Thingeyri. Walk the sands of Golden Holt beach and take in the rugged coastal views, then continue to Dynjandi, the region’s signature tiered waterfall and one of the best places to visit in Iceland.
Along the way, enjoy short hikes, wildlife spotting, and standout photo stops, with local stories that add depth and make the day easy to personalize.
For an Iceland itinerary in the Northern Westfjords, base yourself in Isafjordur and explore nearby fishing villages and fjords. Visit Bolungarvik and the Osvor Maritime Museum, follow Onundarfjordur to Flateyri and Golden Holt beach, and add short stops in Sudureyri and along remote Sugandafjordur for classic coastal scenery.
Finish with a meal at Tjoruhusid, the renowned fish restaurant in a historic house.
Combine fjords and sagas in one day. Start around Isafjordur Bay with time in Isafjordur’s preserved maritime center, then stop at Hvitanes Cape for seal watching and turf-roofed Litlibaer for its famous waffles. Continue to Kaldalon’s glacial creek and the Snaefjallastrond coastline, with a quick stop in Sudavik or a short walk in Valagil gorge.
Later, head into Dalir, linked to Eirikur “the Red” and Leifur Eiriksson, for a saga-focused stroll or local farm visit. Follow the quiet coastal roads of Fellsstrond and Skardsstrond for Breidafjordur views, and if time allows, end in Strandir with the Drangsnes seaside hot pots or the Museum of Sorcery and Witchcraft in Holmavik.
Explore Reykjavik with its best-known landmarks and easygoing city vibe. Visit the towering Hallgrimskirkja church, stroll Laugavegur and the main squares, relax by Tjornin, and wander the charming Old Harbor. Admire Harpa Concert Hall and the Solfar Sun Sculpture along the waterfront.
Tailor your day with museums focused on history, art, or whales, plus a visit to Perlan for panoramic views. Add boutique design shops, live music, and a world-class dinner to end your journey on a high note.
Wrap up your trip with a calm, unhurried departure day. Spend the morning in Reykjavik at your own pace, with time for a final coffee, a short waterfront stroll, or any last-minute shopping. Then transfer to Keflavik with plenty of time for check-in.
If your flight timing works, add a final stop on the Reykjanes Peninsula or a relaxing soak at the Blue Lagoon before heading to the airport.
