Self Drive Tour Ring Road Tour - 9 Days - 4x4 Campervan

9 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Explore Iceland’s Ring Road at your own pace on this 9-day self-drive campervan adventure. Travel through dramatic volcanic landscapes, black sand beaches, glac...

Duration: 9 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Egilsstaoir, Reykjavik, Akureyri, Husavik, Keflavik, Reykjanes, Gullfoss, Geysir, Mývatn, Höfn, Vík í Mýrdal, Skaftafell, Jökulsárlón, Vatnajökull National Park, Thingvellir, Seydisfjordur, Djúpivogur · Languages: English

Know before you go: Infant seats available; Not wheelchair accessible; Not stroller accessible; Not suitable for pets; No public transportation nearby; Infants must not sit on laps; Not recommended for people with back problems; Not recommended for people with heart conditions; For some activities in this tour the minimum age limit is 8 years; For some activities in this tour the minimum height is 102cm (40'); It is recommended to be at paid activities´ meeting points 20 mins before the activity starts; The minimum age requirement for the driver participant(s) of this tour is 20 years of age; Note that the minimum age requirement for the driver participant(s) is 20 years of age. Upon picking up the vehicle at our office, the driver participant(s) must show a valid international driving license, valid for the vehicle and valid for a minimum of 12 months at the time of pick-up of the car for the tour. We offer a free pick-up shuttle service from Keflavík International Airport or the previously selected hotel in the Keflavík area (12 hotels are selectable), between 6:30 am and 6 pm. At the end of your tour, we also offer a free drop-off shuttle service to Keflavík International Airport or your chosen hotel within the Keflavík area (12 hotels are selectable).; Summertime Adventure Must-Haves; Winter Jacket with removable layers – Waterproof shell and warm thermal layer; Fleece layer; Warm merino shirts/thermals; Waterproof hiking pants; Thick wool socks; Hiking boots; Swimsuit; Sunscreen; Sunglasses + Hat; Camera gear; Sleeping Mask

About Akureyri

Iceland

Akureyri

At once off-the-beaten-track and indelibly Icelandic, the charming town of Akureyri is home to cascading waterfalls and bubbling hot springs, not to mention one of the finest shows of the Northern Lights in this part of Scandinavia and some great local guides!

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What's Included

Fully Equipped 4x4 Campervan.Hit the road with our signature 4X4 campervans.
Zero-Risk Insurance. Zero-Risk Insurance, you will be covered in the case of theft, gravel damage, CDW (Collision Damage Waiver), wheel/tire damage, burn-out engine, etc. This inclusion is a lifesaver and a recipe for a worry-free road trip.
Optional Activities - Our experts carefully planned your itinerary so that you could get the most out of your road trip. To make your tour even more adventurous and worry-free of planning, we included a list of activities that you can take part in, during your trip. The selection is yours; all you need to do is select the ones you desire in your booking, and we will include the payment for them in the total price of the Self-Drive Tour.
Camping sites. Spend every night in a different location!
The Easy Guide. This trip includes our signature and best assistant for the journey in Iceland - the Easy Guide.
Cancelation Protection. There is no charge if you cancel your reservation within 24 hours before pick up. If you do not cancel within 24 hours before pick up and do not show up, we will charge 30% of the total amount from your credit card.
Free Shuttle. We offer our customers arriving at the International Airport Keflavik (KEF) a free shuttle to our office during opening hours

Not Included

Personal Accident Insurance unless driving or passenger
Traffic Violation Fines (Parking/Speeding)
Parking Fees
Electricity and the use of any other service at the campsites are excluded
Flights
Activities only suggested in the itinerary of the tour (not selectable in the booking, require self-made bookings)
Any extra activity selected by customers
Food and Beverages (except where we include a restaurant in the tour)
Fuel

Itinerary

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Day 01

Reykjanesbær

CampEasy - Reykjanes Peninsula - Hellishólar Distance: 246 km 14 stops Welcome to Iceland! Our included shuttle service will pick you up from the airport or your stay in Keflavik and bring you to our CampEasy office. Do not waste time and get into your campervan and start your first day traveling in Iceland. Our Easy Guide navigational tablet shows you the Reykjanes Peninsula, where you can visit Gigvatnsvatn, Gunnuhver Hot Spring, the Bridge Between Continents, and more. Night in Hellishólar Campsite. (Admission fees for Blue Lagoon are not included in the general price)
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Day 02

South Coast, Black Beach and Horse Riding

Hellishólar - Vik - Skaftafell Distance: 282 km 12 stops Your itinerary takes you to many breathtaking waterfalls like Seljalandsfoss, behind which it is possible to walk, Gljufrabui, and the mighty Skógafoss. On the road, you stop at the stunning Dyrhólaey - Cliffs and rock formations before heading to the famous Reynisfjara black sand beach where you can make friends with Icelandic horses during the Vík Horse Adventure horseriding tour (optional activity which we can include in your tour if you select it in your booking). You end the day at Skaftafell campsite. Night in Skaftafell Campsite.
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Day 03

Vatnajokull National Park - glacier hiking and Amphibian Boat Tour

Skaftafell - Diamond Beach - Stafafell Distance: 195 km, 8 stops Start the day with a glacier hiking on Vatnajökull by joining the Skaftafell 3-Hours Glacier Hike - optional activity which we can include in your tour if you select it in the booking! You have a chance to explore Iceland’s largest glacier, which formed thousands of years ago. On the road to the campsite, you can see the Svartifoss waterfall and Diamond Beach, a black beach where blocks of ice rest onshore. The Amphibian Boat Tour is the next optional activity for today (indicate in the booking if you want it included) and lets you experience sailing between the huge icebergs of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. After the intensive day, we recommend stopping in Höfn for dinner at Ishusid Pizzeria Restaurant and tasting delicious lobster soup and pizza. Night in Stafafell Hostel Campsite.
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Day 04

East Coast and Seydisfjordur Fjord

Stafafell - Djúpivogur - Egilsstadir Distance: 386 km 9 stops If you are interested in artwork, make a stop at Gledivík Bay to see The Eggs at Djúpavík. You might also be interested in visiting Petra´s Stone Collection – the garden with minerals and stone collections, famous in Iceland. This is only our recommendation, we will not include this in the tour price. On the east coast, do not miss out on Hengifoss; a waterfall against a basalt wall background is worth seeing! Next, you visit Hallormsstaður, Iceland's most significant forest. Then we suggest you visit Skriðuklaustur, is a very interesting farmstead, and the historical site is just closed by the waterfall. Here it is possible to visit this well-known historical site and the adjacent ruins, which date back to the 16th century. This is only our recommendation, we will not include this in the tour price. Your last of the day is Seyðisfjörður, said to be the most beautiful east fjord in the country! Nestled in between Mt. Bjólfur and Strandartindur, the village of 700 inhabitants is one of Iceland's landmarks with its colorful houses. Seyðisfjörður also hosts the annual Lunga Arts festival in mid-July and attracts locals and tourists alike. Night in Egilsstadir Campsite.
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Day 05

North East and Lake Mývatn

Egilsstadir Campsite - Mývatn Lake - Hlíd Campsite Distance: 234 km, 11 stops Today you visit the North East coast of Iceland and Lake Mývatn, rich in geothermal areas. The day would not be completed without visiting Dimmuborgir, a unique volcanic formation where caves and arches were formed during a powerful eruption 2300 years ago. Finally, you can end the day with a long and relaxing soak in the geothermal waters of Mývatn Nature Baths (optional activity, we can include it in the tour if you select it in your booking). Night in Hlíd Campsite.
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Day 06

Húsavik & Akureyri - Diamond Circle

Hlíd- Diamond Circle - Hamrar Distance: 256 km, 9 stops Start the day by visiting Dettifoss, the second most powerful waterfall in Europe. Next, you visit the Ásbyrgi, a shoe-shaped canyon that formed eight to ten thousand years ago, right after glacial flooding. Then you go to Húsavík fishing town, known as the whale watching spot and have the chance to see giant whales in their natural habitat. Here you can go join a Whale Watching Tour at 1:15 PM, where you would see whales in their habitat but could spot some dolphins jumping out of the water as they travel in groups. This is an optional activity and we can include in your tour if you select it in the booking. The next stop is a Gódafoss waterfall on the way to Akureyri - called The Capital of North. Night in Hamrar Campsite.
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Day 07

The Battle of Iceland

Hamrar - Blonduós - Þingvellir Campsite Distance: 463 km, 8 stops The first stop of the day is the Grafarkirkja Turf Church with its magical atmosphere. Then we recommend you to continue by visiting Hofsós swimming pool which is among the most photographed and popular ones in Iceland due to its breathtaking view of the fjord and the seclusive atmosphere. This is only our recommendation, the admission will not be included in the tour price. Next, you can visit the history museum 1238: The Battle of Iceland, where you experience the exhibition with VR & AR technology (optional activity, we can include it in the tour if you select it in your booking). Thingvellir National Park and its waterfall Öxará are the last visits on today´s itinerary. Night in Þingvellir Campsite. (Admission fees for Hofsós - swimming pool are not included in the general price)
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Day 08

Golden Circle and Snorkeling in Silfra

Þingvellir Campsite - Golden Circle - Reykjavik Distance: 197 km, 7 stops Today you can start with the experienceof Snorkeling in Silfra - optional activity which we will include in your tour if you select it in the booking. Silfra is a fissure between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates right at the start of your itinerary! You then continue the Golden Circle sightseeing to visit the Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir. We recommend stopping at Friðheimar Restaurant and Farm, famous for its horse breeding and horse show activities, and its tomato farm entirely run with geothermal energy using biological pest controls. The entrance to the farm is free, however, if you choose to taste the restaurant´s meals and beverages, you can do so at your own expense, which is not included in the tour price. Before visiting Reykjadalur Hot River, you stop at Kerið, a famous crater lake in Iceland. You will then head to your campsite if there is nothing you would like to see as an extra attraction. Night in Reykjavik Campsite.
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Day 09

Departure

Reykjavik campsite - Reykjavik Downtown - CampEasy Distance: 63 km, 6 stops Discover Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, and its landmarks, such as the famous rainbow street in town and Hallgrímskirkja Church, from which you have a 360° panoramic view of the whole city. The entrance to the church is free, however, to go up to the tower, there is a small admission fee which is not included in the tour price. Should you have time on your departure day, we recommend visiting the Perlan Museum, where you learn interesting facts about Icelandic glaciers, birds, and nature. Perlan features, among others a Northern Lights Planetarium show and 100 meters The Ice Cave. If you choose to come here and join one of the Perlan-activities, you will have to arrange the admission yourself, as this is not going to be included in the tour price, it is only our recommendation. As your last stop before departure, if you still have some time before leaving Iceland, we highly recommend taking a bath in the Blue Lagoon, which is only a recommendation, we will not include admission in the tour. Once in CampEasy offices, you warm up with hot drinks, check out the souvenirs, or share your memories of your trip with us! We would love to hear from you! Our shuttle service can take you to the Keflavik International airport or your hotel accommodation in Keflavik town.