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Spend an unforgettable honeymoon in Iceland and visit very special places on Snæfellsnes peninsula and the Westfjords. During this self-drive tour, you have the chance to visit romantic beaches, photograph the cute little puffins and enjoy the breath-taking nature of Iceland. Your honeymoon in Iceland will create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime and it is the best way to celebrate your love and life together.
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Please note that this itinerary can be adjusted and customized to meet your travel needs and preferences. The package can also be offered as a privately guided tour if a self-drive option is not what you had in mind for your Iceland experience.
HR-03
May - Sept
Self-Drive
8 Days / 7 Nights
West Iceland and the Westfjords
Welcome to your honeymoon in Iceland. You will be transferred to your accommodation in the center of Reykjavík. In the afternoon you have free time to explore Reykjavík and we recommend to enjoy the view over the city from the Hallgrímskirkja church tower. In the evening we recommend that you have dinner at one of Reykjavík’s gourmet restaurants and later the bars are open and you can drink a toast to an unforgettable honeymoon in Iceland.
Today you receive your rental car and you will visit the beautiful peninsula Snæfellsnes. There are plenty of things to do and if you are interested in a nice hiking tour you should visit the volcanic crater Eldborg in the morning. We can also organise a horseback riding tour along the beautiful beach of Snæfellsnes for you. Must see is definitely the romantic old church in Buðir. From there you reach a beautiful golden sand beach in only 10 minutes. You can also visit the beach near the abandoned farm of Ytri Tunga which is well-known for its seal colony. You stay for the night in a romantic hotel in this area.
Reykjavík
Snæfellsnes
~491 km / 305 miles
The next highlight of your honeymoon in Iceland is the visit of a very charming island today. In the morning you take a ferry from Stykkishólmur to Brjánslækur in the Westfjords. On the way, you will make a stopover on the small island Flatey where you spend the day. Cars are not allowed on this island so you will leave your rental car on the ferry and it will wait for you in Brjánslækur. On Flatey time literally stands still and it is like travelling back in time. Most of Flatey’s houses are from the 19th century and it is the ideal place for travellers who want to get a feeling of the old days. Approx. 19:00 p.m. you will arrive in the Westfjords and you drive to Patreksfjörður where you will stay for the night.
Stykkishólmur
Patreksfjörður
~114 km / 71 miles
Today you visit Látrabjarg the westernmost part of Iceland. Látrabjarg is Europe’s largest bird cliff and it is famous for how close you can get to watch the puffins. It provides stunning photographic opportunities from close range since these little guys are completely unafraid of people. Later today you will visit a 10 km long red sand beach called Rauðarsandur. Enjoy the breath-taking landscape and keep an eye out for seals that sometimes play with their young’s on the beach.
Other places worth visiting are the small villages of Tálknafjörður and Bíldudalur. From Bíldudalur it is also possible to drive to Selárdalur, which has an outdoor museum displaying interesting sculptures from Samúel Jónsson. Another option is to drive to one of Iceland‘s most stunning waterfall, Dynjandi. A short hike up will allow you to appreciate it in all of its splendour. Travel back to your accommodation for the night.
Patreksfjörður
Borgarnes
Optional
Today will be your longest driving day! Driving from the Westfjords to the West coast of Iceland is a magical challenge. The drive consists of gravel road offering breathtaking views of the Breiðafjörður bay which has countless amount of islands. Make your way to Flókalundur where nearby you will find a romantic natural pool just by the oceanside. Continue your way over rising mountains to Búðardalur. Next stop should be at Eiriksstaðir Museum, a replica of an old Viking farm. With only one mountain road left, make your way to Borgarfjörður with all of its sights such as Grábrók, Deildartunguhver and Hraunfossar. You will stay the night in a romantic hotel in the area.
Reykjavík
Reykjavík
~346 km / 215 miles
During your honeymoon in Iceland you cannot miss the famous golden circle and therefore you will visit today Þingvellir National Park, the Geyser geothermal area and the Gullfoss waterfall. First stop is at the National Park Þingvellir where you can literally walk between the American and European tectonic plates. The continental drift can be clearly seen in this area, so be sure to have a look into Silfra fissure. Next stop is the geothermally active valley of Haukadalur which contains the geysers ‘Geysir’ and ‘Strokkur’. While ‘Geysir’ has been inactive for a long time, ‘Strokkur’ erupts every 5 to 10 minutes and is a wonderful photo motif. In the afternoon you visit Gullfoss the golden waterfall. Gullfoss is Iceland´s most famous waterfall and definitely one of the natural wonders of the world. In the area are a couple of geothermal areas and we highly recommend the one in Flúðir, called the Secret Lagoon, which is actually the oldest geothermal pool in Iceland. Another one is Fontana Spa in Laugarvatn. Stay the night in the area.
Borgarnes
Selfoss area
~249 km / 155 miles
Today you will return to the city but with a slight twist. Drive west from your hotel and make a left turn in the village of Selfoss, towards the coast and head for the Reykjanes peninsula; an active geothermal area and a diamond in the rough. In Seltún (Krýsuvík) you will find boiling mud pools and colourful mountains. (There are two ways of getting there: One is by using the map, the other is by following the sulfur “aroma”!) Continue along the coastline to Grindavík village where you’ll find the Salt-fish Museum; a museum dedicated to the history of salt fish that in the late 19th century was to Iceland’s exporting industry what oil is to Saudi Arabia.
Continue to the unique Blue Lagoon where you can stop to relax and unwind after a few days on the road in the warm milky blue waters. We can also book an in-water massage for you which is the best way to relax. Continue to your hotel in Reykjavik after returning the rental car. Overnight in the heart of the city.
Selfoss area
Reykjavík
~ 139 km / 86 miles
Unfortunately, your honeymoon in Iceland is coming to an end and this is your last day in Iceland. If your flight is in the afternoon you still have some time to do last minute shopping or visit Reykjavík‘s most remarkable sights, such as Hallgrímskirkja church, walk next to the pond or even have a romantic brunch.
Transfer to the International Airport Keflavik. We hope you enjoyed your honeymoon in Iceland and we wish you a safe journey.
Comfort accommodations offer access to private facilities (shower and toilet). This type of lodges belongs to the 3-star hotel category. Most of these properties have an in-house restaurant. This section offers an upgrade in comfort and service compared to the budget category. Breakfast is included.
Quality accommodations offer private rooms with en-suite shower/bath and toilet. These rooms are the best available accommodations in 4-star hotels or the highest quality lodges in each region. Luxury accommodations - the highest class of lodges, suites, and penthouses - are available upon request. Breakfast is included.
Type: Intermediate Wagon
Passenger: 5
Luggage: 4
Doors: 5
Transmission: Automatic
(Manual option available)
Type: SUV Economy
Passenger: 5
Luggage: 3
Doors: 5
Transmission: Automatic
(Manual option available)
Type: SUV Full Size Intermediate
Passenger: 5
Luggage: 4
Doors: 5
Transmission: Automatic
(Manual option available)
Type: SUV Full Size
Passenger: 5
Luggage: 4
Doors: 5
Transmission: Automatic
(Manual option available)
Type: SUV Full Size Luxury
Passenger: 5
Luggage: 4
Doors: 5
Transmission: Automatic
(Manual option available)
A wheelchair accessible van which accommodates 1 wheelchair user along with up to 5 passengers. The minibus has a wheelchair ramp and the wheelchair user can stay in the wheelchair during the tour. This option is suitable both for manual and automatic wheelchair users.
Reykjavík is the capital and biggest city of Iceland with a population of approximately 124,000. It is the northernmost capital in the world. Despite its small size, you can find many attractions and museums, making Reykjavik a popular destination.
Harpa is the famous concert hall and conference center located in Reykjavik. The building features a distinctive and original colored glass facade inspired by the basalt landscape of Iceland. Its unique architecture makes it one of Reykjavik most loved landmarks.
Reykjavík Old Harbour is fast becoming the new lively center of the city. There you will find museums such as Maritime Museum, the Northern Lights center and the Whales of Iceland exhibition. The harbour, which is quickly transforming into a modern city space, is also home to restaurants and cafes. A local favourite is ice cream shop Valdís, which makes fresh ice cream every morning and always offers new flavours.
Solfar Sculpture, also known as the Sun Voyager, is the famous steel sculpture created by artist Jón Gunnar Árnason. The art piece is located next to the Sæbraut road in downtown Reykjavík. Its shape reminds of a ship floating on air, facing the ocean.
Alþingi is the national parliament of Iceland. It is one of the oldest parliaments in the world, founded in 930 at Þingvellir National Park. It is located in downtown Reykjavik.
Eldborg is a beautiful crater rising 60m above the surrounding lava in West Iceland. It is possible to walk all the way around the crater as well as up to it.
Búðakirkja Church is a famous black wooden Church built up in 1703. This fascinating building sits alone in the Búðahraun lava field.
Kirkjufell is a stunning 463 m high mountain on the north coast of Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland. It is located near Grundarfjörður village.
Arnarstapi is a small fishing village at the foot of Stapafell mountain, between Hellnar village and Breiðavík farms, on the southern side of Snæfellsnes, Iceland. It is famous for its extraordinary columnar basalt and rock formations.
Snæfellsjökull Glacier is a 700,000-year-old glacier-capped stratovolcano in western Iceland. The glacier-volcano is active and it is believed to be one of the seven energy centres of the earth.
Flatey Island (flat island) is one of the countless western islands in Breiðafjörður fjord. It is also the only island that has inhabitants the whole year.
Stykkishólmur is the largest town in Snæfellsnes Peninsula and also the gateway to the Westfjords via the ferry Baldur. It is a center of services and commerce for this region and it is based on tourism and on the fishing industry.
Patreksfjörður is the biggest village in the southern part of the Westfjords, with a population of around 600. In the 20th century, Patreksfjörður was a pioneering force in Iceland's fishing industry.
Breiðafjörður is a large bay, about 50 km wide and 125 km long, in the west of Iceland, between the Westfjords and the Snaefellsnes peninsula. It is surrounded by mountains, including the glacier Snæfellsjökull.
Latrabjarg cliffs in the Westfjords of Iceland is the largest sea bird cliff in Europe. It is a big bird colony and puffins can be spotted here during the summer months.
Rauðisandur is a red sand beach in the Látrabjarg area of the Westfjords, taking its name from the pulverized scallop shells that make up the beach, accumulated over the centuries.
Dynjandi, also known as Fjallfoss, is a series of waterfalls located in the Westfjords, Iceland. It is considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland and is the biggest waterfall in the Westfjords with a total height of 100 metres.
Samúel Jónsson’s farm is a display of naive art, offering an idea of the creator’s psyche well after his death. It is located in Selárdalur in Arnarfjörður at the west fjords of Iceland.
Grábrók Crater is the larger of three craters in a volcanic fissure belonging to the volcanic system of Ljosufjoll. Grábrók is located in the fjord of Borgarfjörður in West Iceland.
Hraunfossar is a series of waterfalls coming from underneath Hallmundarhraun, a lava field formed by an eruption of the volcano situated under the glacier Langjökull. The waterfalls pour into the Hvítá river. Hraunfossar is located near Húsafell and Reykholt.
Deildartunguhver Hot Spring is the largest hot spring in Europe. It provides all hot water for the neighbouring villages.
Krauma is a luxurious geothermal spa located in West Iceland, featuring various steam rooms and hot pots powered by the water of Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful geothermal spring.
Breiðafjörður is a large bay, about 50 km wide and 125 km long, in the west of Iceland, between the Westfjords and the Snaefellsnes peninsula. It is surrounded by mountains, including the glacier Snæfellsjökull.
Þingvellir National Park is the most important historic and geological sites in Iceland. The area is part of a fissure zone running through Iceland, being situated on the tectonic plate boundaries of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Major events in the history of Iceland have taken place at Þingvellir and today the entire area is a protected national treasure.
Geysir is the famous hot spring area located in the Haukadalur valley. The main attraction is known as Strokkur, which erupts energetically at regular intervals of 10 minutes or so its boiling waterjets can reach as high as 30 meters.
Gullfoss, also called the Golden Waterfall, is one of the most iconic gems of the likewise named Golden Circle. The waterfall is located in the upper part of the River Hvíta. Gullfoss is actually two separate waterfalls, the upper one has a drop of 11 meters and the lower one 21 meters.
Kerið is a volcanic crater lake located in the area called Grímsnes in the South of Iceland, along the famous Golden Circle route. The crater walls are steep and often covered with Icelandic moss. The inside of the crater is a lake whose water is aquamarine colored due to the minerals from the soil. The crater is 55 meters deep and about 3000 years old.
Laugarvatn Fontana is a Spa & Wellness center built on natural hot springs. It is located at the Golden Circle area, you can enjoy steam baths or the geothermal pools while taking in the stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lake Laugarvatn.
Reykjavík is the capital and biggest city of Iceland with a population of approximately 124,000. It is the northernmost capital in the world. Despite its small size, you can find many attractions and museums, making Reykjavik a popular destination.
The Blue Lagoon is a famous geothermal spa located in Reykjanes peninsula nearby the International Airport of Iceland. It was formed during an operation at the nearby geothermal power plant. Reservations in advance are necessary for those who are planning a visit.
The Reykjanes peninsula is located on a drift zone, between two continents, the North American and Eurasian plate. It is a unique area where you can see different elements of the drift zone; very active geothermal energy, lava fields and other natural phenomenon. The Blue Lagoon and Keflavik international airport are also located in the area.
Seltún is located on the Reykjanes Peninsula, a highly active geothermal area. Seltún consists of boiling mud pools and colourful mountains.
Hallgrímskirkja Church is most certainly Reykjavík´s best-known landmark. The white concrete Church whose image is printed in many postcards, dominates the city. As a matter of fact its tower can be seen from almost every corner of Reykjavík. Its distinctive and futuristic exterior made the Church one of the most visited spots in Reykjavík.
Laugavegur is the main shopping street in Reykjavik and it is located in the heart of the city. Its name means literally „wash road“ as this was once the route to the hot springs where many Icelanders took their clothes to launder. Today it is a vibrant and innovative street filled with designer ateliers, tourist gift shops, bars, and restaurants.
