The land of fire and ice - geysers, glaciers, waterfalls, and the northern lights. Europe's most stunning landscape.
Main Attractions
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Weather
- Summer: 10-15°C, long days
- Winter: -5 to 5°C, northern lights
- Best time: June - August
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Prague/Pilsen → Hanover
Start of the trip through Germany
Day 2
Hanover → Hirtshals (Denmark)
Drive to northern Denmark to catch the ferry
Day 3
Ferry → Tórshavn (Faroe Islands)
A 36-hour crossing of the North Sea
Day 4
Faroe Islands
Exploring the islands (optional)
Day 5
Ferry → Seyðisfjörður (Iceland)
Arrival in eastern Iceland
Day 6
East Fjords → Jökulsárlón
A glacial lagoon with floating icebergs
Day 7
Jökulsárlón → Vik
Black sand beaches, Reynisfjara
Day 8
Vik → Golden Circle
Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Geysir
Day 9
Golden Circle → Reykjavík
Þingvellir, Gullfoss, the capital
Day 10
Reykjavík → Snæfellsnes
An otherworldly peninsula
Day 11
Snæfellsnes → Akureyri
Along the northern coast
Day 12
Akureyri → Mývatn
Volcanic lakes, Húsavík (whale watching)
Day 13
Mývatn → Seyðisfjörður
Return to the ferry
Day 14
Ferry back + drive home
A 54-hour ferry crossing + drive (2-3 days)
Recommended Vehicles
Ready to hit the road?
Book your vehicle and set off on this unforgettable journey.
Book a vehicle for this tripTrip Tips
- Book the ferry months in advance!
- All-weather clothing is a must
- Stick to the rules on F-roads (4x4 only)
- Bathe in natural hot springs
Events & Festivals
Iceland Airwaves (November)
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Midnight Sun Marathon (June)
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Secret Solstice Festival (June)
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TOP: Jökulsárlón
A glacial lagoon with floating icebergs - Iceland's most photographed spot