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Approximate Distance: 50 km / 30 miles Arrival in Iceland -The world's Northernmost Capital City Once you have landed at Keflavik Airport in Iceland, please pick up your luggage and head through customs. Collect your rental car at the airport and drive along lava landscapes to your hotel in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is yours to rest and use at your own leisure. Overnight in Reykjavik. Please note: check-in for most hotels begins at 14:00 - 16:00 (2:00pm-4:00pm). Our Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: - Enjoy Cook and Dine at Salt Eldhus, a hands-on late morning or early evening cooking lesson in English. You'll learn about Iceland's unique culinary culture and the New Nordic cuisine using fresh, Icelandic ingredients. The course is in English and led by professional chefs from Salt Kitchen (this course must be pre-booked). - Pop by Cafe Loki, a small and friendly family-run cafe located across from Hallgrimskirkja Church in the centre of Reykjavik. The restaurant's cuisine is inspired by traditional Icelandic home recipes that have been passed on from one generation to the next. - Discover Iceland's version of street food: upmarket, food-truck style kiosks at two new food halls. Hlemmur Food Hall is near the main shopping street, Laugavegur. Grandi Mattholl is in the Grandi neighbourhood of the Old Harbour. - Join the Reykjavik Food Walk, a small-group guided tour of the old city area. During the trip you'll visit several restaurants to sample delicious food that are typical of everyday Icelandic favourites.
Arrival to the Land of Fire and Ice
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Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels
This design hotel is located 1km from Laugardalur Family Park. A buffet breakfast is served each morning in the dining room. Drinks can be enjoyed in the lounge bar, featuring décor inspired by the changing lights of Iceland. Local buses stop 100 meters from Reykjavik Lights Hotel. Kringlan Shopping Centre is 2km away.
Approximate Distance: 300 km / 186 miles Thundering waterfalls - Bubbling geysers - Black sand beaches Head out of the city, where you'll explore some of the Golden Circle and South shore areas. Drive to Gullfoss waterfall and the nearby Geysir hot spring are, highlights of Iceland's famous Golden Circle. Continue your trip along the south coast, viewing highlights such as Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls. On a clear day you might glimpse majestic Eyjafjallajokull, the site of the (in)famous volcanic eruption in 2010. This region is one of Iceland's best farming districts, providing geothermal vegetables and some of Iceland's best dairy and meat products. Overnight in the Vik area. Our Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: - The small cafe at Fontana Geothermal Baths bakes traditional sweet rye bread using the earth's natural geothermal heat. You can watch as the bread is removed from its cooking tins in the ground and taste it fresh with plenty of Icelandic butter and smoked Arctic trout (this experience must be pre-booked). - Efstidalur II traditional dairy farm is just a 10-minute drive from Gullfoss waterfall. The farm's restaurant overlooks the milking area and features cuisine with locally sourced beef and vegetables, as well as homemade milk products such as ice cream, feta cheese and skyr. You can watch the dairy cows through a big window in the dairy barn. - Fridheimar is a charming horse farm and greenhouse facility near Fludir village. Clean geothermal and hydroelectric energy provides resources to grow many types of organic vegetables such as tomatoes and bell peppers. A restaurant specialises in a buffet featuring Fridheimar's famous tomato soup, fresh bread, and salsas. In order to guarantee a table, please call ahead in advance for a reservation.
Gullfoss, Geysir and the South Coast
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Hotel Dyrholaey
This hotel is in southern Iceland, 9km from Vik I Myrdal. It offers free public area Wi-Fi and rooms with magnificent views of Myrdalsjokull Glacier and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditional Icelandic cuisine and local beers are served in Dyrholaey Hotel's restaurant. There is also a terrace overlooking the Myrdalur Valley. In summer, guests can watch puffins nest on the Dyrholaey Cliffs. Staff can arrange snowmobile tours and hiking trips on the Myrdalsjokull and Solheimajokull glaciers. Hotel Dyrholaey is situated by Iceland's scenic Ring Road, 178km from Reykjavík. Free parking is possible on site.
Approximate Distance: 395 km / 245 miles Glacial National Park - Iceberg Lagoon - Europe's Largest Glacier Today you'll be in the area of Western Europe's largest national park: Vatnajökull National Park. First, you'll drive past the largest single lava flow in the world in recorded history, Eldhraun. Visit the majestic Skaftafell area of Vatnajokull National Park, named after Europe's largest glacier. The area is ringed by glaciers and is very scenic. You can even join a guided hiking tour taking you onto a glacier, an unforgettable experience. Continue to the shimmering icebergs of Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Nearby is the Diamond Beach, which has become quite famous in the social media community. Overnight in the Vik area. Our Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: - Thorbergur Cultural Centre honours one of Iceland's beloved authors, Thorbergur Thordarson. The centre's building resembles a giant shelf of books, a unique photo opportunity. The Hali restaurant has become famous among Icelanders for its traditional Icelandic specialties, especially its arctic char (trout) sourced from a nearby farm. The daytime menu has soups, salads, sandwiches, light main courses, and homemade cakes. The evening menu has soups, salads, main courses featuring seafood and locally-sourced lamb and beef, and traditional Icelandic desserts. - If you're itching for barbecue and a cold beer, the Smidjan Brugghus in Vik specialises in their own craft beer, along with other Icelandic labels. Their barbecue and grill items include slow-cooked barbecued ribs, pulled pork, and great burgers.
Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon and Vik
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Hotel Dyrholaey
This hotel is in southern Iceland, 9km from Vik I Myrdal. It offers free public area Wi-Fi and rooms with magnificent views of Myrdalsjokull Glacier and the Atlantic Ocean. Traditional Icelandic cuisine and local beers are served in Dyrholaey Hotel's restaurant. There is also a terrace overlooking the Myrdalur Valley. In summer, guests can watch puffins nest on the Dyrholaey Cliffs. Staff can arrange snowmobile tours and hiking trips on the Myrdalsjokull and Solheimajokull glaciers. Hotel Dyrholaey is situated by Iceland's scenic Ring Road, 178km from Reykjavík. Free parking is possible on site.
Approximate Distance: 340 km / 211 miles Famous National Park - Charming Fjord Region - Powerful Hot Spring Drive to the UNESCO-listed Þingvellir National Park, site of the ancient Icelandic parliament and a jewel of nature. The park itself is situated in a stunning volcanic landscape of mountains and lava flows on the edge of Iceland's largest lake. You can enjoy the unique experience of walking between continents on a path leading through the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Continue to charming Borgarfjordur fjord, a region known for local culinary and craft traditions. Visit the remarkably beautiful Hraunfoss and Barnafoss waterfalls and Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in Europe. We recommend a visit to the nearby Krauma natural geothermal baths, where you can relax in pools fed by a perfect blend of water from Deildartunguhver and nearby glacial springs. Overnight in the Borgarfjordur area. Our Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: - The restaurant at Krauma geothermal baths offers bistro-style courses with produce from West Iceland farms. Two signature dishes are an appetizer featuring cheese and cured meats from a traditional goat farm and a colourful salad with vegetables from a nearby greenhouse farm. - The Settlement Centre in Borgarnes offers a fascinating insight into the history of the Iceland's settlement by Vikings. After looking at the exhibits, check out the excellent restaurant on site. Choose from an assortment of traditional Icelandic dishes such as fish soup and grilled lamb. A local favourite is the vegetarian wellness lunch buffet, featuring home-made soups, salads, pasta and bread. Don't forget to leave room for a slice of homemade cake. - The Ljomalind Country Market in Borgarnes is open daily 10:00am - 18:00 (6:00pm); closed on national holidays. This country market was created by women from the region. Discover home-made treats like ice cream, candy, cheese, and jams, as well as handicrafts and herbal remedies. This is a nice stop for getting picnic lunch ingredients for yourself or tasty souvenirs for friend's back home.
Thingvellir and Borgarfjordur
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Fosshotel Reykholt
Fosshotel Reykholt is only a few minutes' drive from the hot springs of Deildartunguhver and the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and 3 outdoor hot tubs. Traditional Icelandic cuisine and international dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients are served in Fosshotel's restaurant. Fosshotel Reykholt has a number of different wellness rooms, where guests can try aroma and daylight therapy. The relaxation room has a massage bench and a night sky ceiling. Other facilities at Fosshotel include a guest TV lounge with a DVD player. Attractions such as the Langjokull Glacier, the Surtshellir lava caves and the Hallmundarhraun lava field are all within walking distance from Fosshotel Reykholt. Borgarnes is 30 minutes' drive away.
Approximate Distance: 330 km / 205 miles Sea Cliffs - Rock Formations - Quaint Fishing Villages Explore the countless natural wonders of the Snaefellsnes peninsula, which also includes Snaefellsjokull National Park. Snaefellsnes has become known as "Iceland in a Nutshell" because it has so many diverse types of landscapes in one area. A visit here will be a feast for your eyes and for your camera! We recommend you stop at the wind-tangled Arnarstapi sea cliffs and the rocky beach of Djupalonssandur. The beautiful Snaefessjokull glacier-volcano is the crown jewel of the peninsula. Legends say that the mountain is home to a benevolent half-troll guardian. Drive along the north coast through bustling fishing villages, stopping to look at Kirkjufell, the most photographed mountain in the country. Overnight in the Borgarfjordur area. Our Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: - Rjukandi Coffeehouse - Located at a family-owned hotel in the Vegamot area of the peninsula, this friendly café gets high praise from locals and visitors. It is known for its cosy atmosphere and excellent homemade cakes and pastries. - The House of Food (Bjargarsteinn) in Grundarfjordur is a little restaurant in an adorable renovated early 20th century house with a lovely view over the seacoast. The menu changes based on the best products each season, with good seafood, lamb and vegetarian offerings. (Note: Restaurant is closed in December and January) - Stykkisholmur town is considered one of Iceland's most eco-friendly communities. The town's Sjavarpakkhusid restaurant is committed to low environmental impact. They get ingredients from local fishermen, farmers, and breweries. Diners enjoy the view over the island filled Breidafjordur Bay and watching the fishing boats and fishermen at work. The restaurant is open for dinner between Wednesday and Sunday.
Snaefellsnes Peninsula
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Fosshotel Reykholt
Fosshotel Reykholt is only a few minutes' drive from the hot springs of Deildartunguhver and the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. It offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and 3 outdoor hot tubs. Traditional Icelandic cuisine and international dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients are served in Fosshotel's restaurant. Fosshotel Reykholt has a number of different wellness rooms, where guests can try aroma and daylight therapy. The relaxation room has a massage bench and a night sky ceiling. Other facilities at Fosshotel include a guest TV lounge with a DVD player. Attractions such as the Langjokull Glacier, the Surtshellir lava caves and the Hallmundarhraun lava field are all within walking distance from Fosshotel Reykholt. Borgarnes is 30 minutes' drive away.
Approximate Distance: 189 km / 117 miles Volcanic Landscapes - Bubbling Mud Pools - Active Fishing Community - Geothermal Spa Drive to the Reykjanes peninsula and visit the moonlike lava fields around Lake Kleifarvatn.The peninsula is a UNESCO GeoPark, with over 50 interesting sites connected to geothermal activity, volcanoes and tectonic plates. One of the most interesting of these is Krysuvik geothermal area with primordial bubbling mud pools. Perhaps you will also visit the famous Blue Lagoon and enjoy its pleasantly warm geothermal waters, rich in silica and minerals that are great for the skin. (Note: Bookings must be made in advance. We are happy to book a time for you.) After a great trip, it's time to head to Reykjavik for your last night in Iceland! Overnight in Reykjavik. Our Travel Staff Culinary suggestions: - Issi Fish & Chips is a favourite food stop for Icelanders. Located in a roadside kiosk near Njardvik, Issi Fish & Chips uses freshly caught, high quality fish from a Reykjanes fishing fleet. The atmosphere is simple but welcoming. The fish is served fresh and hot, and you can enjoy it with sides like a special sauce created by Issi himself. - Lava Restaurant at the Blue Lagoon is a fine dining experience using locally-sourced ingredients. Built into an 800-year-old lava cliff, the restaurant looks out over the Blue Lagoon. The fish of the day comes right from Reykjanes area harbours. Lunchtime fixed menus (two and three-course options) provide a great overview of Icelandic favourites with a unique flair. A feature of the restaurant's dinner menu is the 4-course tasting menu, a very elegant way to experience the range of Icelandic cuisine. Please Note: The Ring Road route today contains a toll tunnel. More information on the tunnel and fees in website (https://www.veggjald.is/en)
Reykjanes Peninsula - Reykjavik
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Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels
This design hotel is located 1km from Laugardalur Family Park. A buffet breakfast is served each morning in the dining room. Drinks can be enjoyed in the lounge bar, featuring décor inspired by the changing lights of Iceland. Local buses stop 100 meters from Reykjavik Lights Hotel. Kringlan Shopping Centre is 2km away.
Approximate Distance: 50 km / 30 miles Return to Keflavik International Airport Drive back to Keflavik International Airport. We recommend departing your hotel in Reykjavik no later than at least 3 hours before your flight departure. It takes approximately 1 hour to drive to the airport, and check-in will start 2 hours before your departure. If you did not visit the Blue Lagoon earlier but have some free time today, you might want to use the opportunity en route to the airport. For this detour, please be sure to allow for at least 2-2.5 hours extra so you'll have ample time at the lagoon. Your rental car should be returned to the airport service area, which is located only 2 minutes from the airport building. A shuttle will then transport you to the departure hall.
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