Iceland Travel Insights
Iceland Ring Road & Snaefellsnes Peninsula - 11 Days
On this spectacular self-drive itinerary, you'll hit the four cardinal points of Iceland as you loop clockwise around the famous Ring Road. Stop to explore volcanoes, waterfalls, lava fields, black sand beaches, and glaciers from Reykjavik to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and beyond. Finish the adventure with a rewarding soak in the Blue Lagoon before you depart.
11 Days in Iceland - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
You can explore diverse regions in 11 days, providing enough time to check off many of Iceland's most iconic as well as popular sites and plenty of lesser-visited destinations. Maybe you want an experiential tour focused on hiking, such as around the Golden Circle and South Coast. Or, pack in active adventures in these two popular regions, plus more off-beat destinations such as Westfjords and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. And if you love to drive, follow the Ring Road from beginning to end.
Self-Drive Iceland Ring Road Adventure: The Island of Fire & Ice - 11 Days
This 11-day self-drive tour by 4WD delivers an array of geological and cultural treats as you explore Iceland more or less in its entirety. From iconic sites such as Seljalandsfoss, Dettifoss, and Godafoss waterfalls, plus the Fjaðrárgljúfur and Stuðlagil canyons, to Kirkjufell mountain and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, you'll check off a long wish-list as you circle the island. Horseback riding, snowmobiling, and whale watching are a few of the exciting ways you'll discover the island of fire and ice.
Self-Drive Iceland North, East & South: Half Circle Fly & Drive - 11 Days
The best of eastern and southern Iceland awaits on this 11-day self-drive adventure that follows the Ring Road and explores the top sites of Lake Mývatn, the Eastfjords, the South Coast, and the Reykjanes Peninsula. You'll thrill to such fun activities as whale watching from Húsavik, hiking on Skaftafell glacier, and snorkeling the Silfra fissure. Plus, you'll have time to discover Reykjavik and Iceland's fascinating cultural history dating back to the Viking era.
Classic Iceland Ring Road Adventure: Snaefellsnes & Vatnsnes Peninsulas & Golden Circle - 11 Days
Drive your 4WD in a clockwise loop of the entire island on this 11-day active itinerary packed with exciting adventures for a complete and quintessential Icelandic experience. You'll thrill to whale watching off the North Coast, steering a snowmobile across the Langjökull Glacier, snorkeling (or even scuba diving) in the Silfra fissure, and sleeping under the Northern Lights in a bubble. Along the way, you'll explore the top sites of the Snæfellsnes and Vatnsnes peninsulas, plus the Diamond Circle and Golden Circle.
Hiking Iceland: Golden Circle & South Coast - 11 Days
Eleven days of adventure await on this action-packed itinerary taking in a wealth of iconic Icelandic experiences and sites of the "Golden Circle," South Coast, and Highlands. Explore the Þórsmörk Valley by "Super Jeep," the Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon by Zodiak, and the Mýrdalsjökull glacier by snowmobile. Plus, enjoy hikes through the geothermal wonders of the Reykjadalur Valley, the remote and rugged Kerlingarfjoll Mountains, plus the Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon and Þakgil Valley.
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Guðmundur Óli Pálmason
Born in Reykjavík, Iceland, and from a young age I was already travelling all over Iceland with my parents. After a short stint as a driver guide on modified SUVs in 2004, I came back to it full...
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Adam Warszawski
During several years of my Icelandic adventure, I worked in hotels and got to know the local tourism really well. But most importantly, I've had the chance to explore countless amazing places...
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Jenny Booth
I love Iceland! I love the people, the scenery and the culture. After living in Iceland and going on many adventures myself, I have the knowledge and experience to work with others to plan a trip...
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Emanuela Grieco
I am an Italian Travel Designer mostly based in Iceland. Traveling has been my passion since I was young, being always fascinated by other cultures and people. In 2005, after living and...
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Iceland is Truly Amazing.
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Mar 27 - Apr 3, 2026
From the moment we got on our plane to the moment we landed back home everything was Perfect.
What was most perfect was our Tour Guide Gummi. Kimkim matched us up perfectly. Gummi made a couple of unexpected stops that only added great moments to our trip.
We loved every hotel and the food was very fresh. Read more
Thank you, Joanne! I am so glad you had such an amazing time in Iceland and that you got to experience it with Gummi. What a special trip! Your photos are wonderful, and I'm glad to see you had a good balance of adventure and relaxation, complete with the northern lights!
A gorgeous gem of a destination
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Mar 21 - Mar 28, 2026
Thank you for the kind review Rob!
You certainly got ALL THE WEATHER 😅 haha! What a week! But I'm so happy you still got to experience everything and we made it all work.
Teamwork is dreamwork!
I'm looking forward to having you back in summer. I'm sure there will be less need for daily modifications then 😊
Take care and all the best,
Gummi
From the very beginning, Noga planned an amazing Icelandic adventure.
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Mar 22 - Mar 30, 2026
Thank you, Spongie! I loved working with you and am so glad you had a successful trip in beautiful Iceland. We really appreciate your thorough review of the hotels, as we use this valuable information to improve trips for future travelers. I hope you're settling in nicely at home and we look forward to hearing from you when you're ready to plan your next adventure!