Journey ideas

Iceland

Iceland’s south coast, without the rush

Seven days from Reykjavík to the glacier country, with two-night bases and a full return day along the south coast.

a waterfall with a cliff in the background — Skógafoss, Iceland

7 days / 6 nights

May–September

Reykjavík → Vík → Skaftafell → Reykjavík

A route to shape around your client

This Iceland south-coast self-drive uses two nights near Vík and two near Skaftafell instead of racing along Route 1. The structure gives waterfalls, coastal scenery and glacier landscapes their own days, with a full return day before the international departure.

The outline allows 6 nights, including arrival and departure planning. Keep the sequence, extend a favourite base or change the balance of activity and downtime. This is an illustrative FIT journey for travel agents; accommodation, transport and experiences are selected for the final brief.

A flexible starting point

A summer road journey with no highland driving. The return from the Skaftafell area to Reykjavík takes most of a day with breaks. Check road conditions daily, respect beach warnings and use qualified guides for glacier activities.

Nature & Wellbeing

We can tailor this outline, combine it with another route, or design a new programme from scratch.

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Build your client’s journey

Suggested experiences and services

Hotel and activity examples to shape your client’s journey. Availability, suitability and final inclusions are confirmed for each brief.

Hotel examples

Hotel Kría, Vík

A modern hotel beside Route 1 in Vík, allowing two nights in the village instead of a long return drive from Reykjavík.

Activity examples

Waterfall stops on the south coast — choose a small number of visits and allow for paths, weather and rest breaks.

Skaftafell and the glacier region — select a marked walk or a separately booked guided glacier activity suited to the clients.

To shape around your brief

6 nights in accommodation selected for the route and traveller profile.
Transport and transfers matched to the confirmed arrival, departure and daily programme.
Local guiding and specialist operators for the experiences retained in the brief.
Seasonal alternatives and a final day-by-day proposal for your agency.

Suggested building blocks only. No accommodation, departure, activity or service is reserved or guaranteed by this example.

To shape around your brief

6 nights in accommodation selected for the route and traveller profile.
Transport and transfers matched to the confirmed arrival, departure and daily programme.
Local guiding and specialist operators for the experiences retained in the brief.
Seasonal alternatives and a final day-by-day proposal for your agency.

Suggested building blocks only. No accommodation, departure, activity or service is reserved or guaranteed by this example.

Indicative programme

A day-by-day itinerary tailored to your client

Use this itinerary as a starting point. We can adapt the pace, accommodation and experiences around your client’s interests and travel dates.

Field notes: give the itinerary room to breathe →

aerial view of city buildings during daytime

Day 1

Reykjavík

Arrive at Keflavík and continue to Reykjavík for the first night. A short city walk and a relaxed evening offer a comfortable start before beginning the longer drive along Iceland’s south coast. Overnight: Reykjavík.

The Dyrhólaey headland and black-sand coast at sunset, south Iceland

Day 2

Waterfalls to Vík

Drive east towards Vík, choosing a small number of waterfall stops along the way. Allowing time for the approach paths, lunch and changing weather makes this a full day of discovery rather than a series of rushed arrivals. Overnight: Vík area.

a rocky beach with large rocks in the water

Day 3

The Vík coast

Explore the coast around Vík, choosing viewpoints and paths that are open on the day. The sea is part of the landscape rather than a swimming stop; local beach warnings and closures determine where it is appropriate to walk. Overnight: same base.

Day 4

Towards Skaftafell

Continue east towards Skaftafell with time for breaks along the route. If conditions allow, a short marked walk gives a first impression of the glacier landscape before settling into your accommodation for two nights. Overnight: Skaftafell area.

Icebergs in the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon

Day 5

Glacier country

Dedicate the day to one glacier experience, such as a guided activity or time around the glacier lagoon. Choosing a single main outing leaves room to enjoy the landscape and adapt to the conditions without rushing between appointments. Overnight: same base.

A waterfall falling into the pool at Skógafoss

Day 6

A proper return day

Set aside the day for the drive back to Reykjavík, breaking the journey with regular pauses. Without fixed sightseeing appointments, you can respond to weather and road conditions and arrive ready for a final evening in the capital. Overnight: Reykjavík.

Day 7

Departure

Return your hire vehicle and continue to Keflavík Airport with the required check-in margin. The final morning is planned around the flight, with no long sightseeing detour added before departure.

Start with this route — or start from scratch

Every journey is tailor-made by default.

Change the duration, pace, accommodation, activities, and routing—or ask us to create a completely new journey around your travellers.

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