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Explore Iceland’s Ring Road on the ultimate 6-day self-drive tour of Iceland. Perfect for travelers short on time, this summer road trip itinerary lets you explore Iceland’s top sights, including waterfalls, black sand beaches, glaciers, and hot springs.
With this Iceland self-drive package, you’ll skip the hassle of spending weeks planning the perfect road trip itinerary. By letting our local travel experts handle the details, you can rest assured that your six days in Iceland will include all the best attractions and hidden gems.
This tour package in Iceland includes a rental car and five nights of accommodation along the route, all customizable to fit your budget and preferences. With all the practicalities covered, you’ll be all set for six incredible days in Iceland.
Your summer itinerary follows the Ring Road route that encircles Iceland. The south, east, north, and west are all dramatically different, and with this package you’ll experience it all.
As you drive the full Ring Road in 6 days, you’ll explore everything from the black sand beaches and glacier lagoons of the south to the remote fjords of the east and geothermal landscapes of the north.
The journey begins by heading north, where you'll explore volcanic landscapes around Myvatn Lake, the powerful Godafoss Waterfall, and the charming town of Akureyri, often called the capital of North Iceland.
From there, the route continues east through scenic fjords and remote coastal areas before reaching the dramatic South Coast. Highlights include Skogafoss Waterfall, Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, and the breathtaking Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, known for its floating icebergs and nearby Diamond Beach.
Before returning to Reykjavik, the itinerary includes a day on the Golden Circle, one of Iceland’s most iconic sightseeing routes. Visit Thingvellir National Park, walk through the Geysir Geothermal Area, and admire the mighty Gullfoss Waterfall, all within a few hours’ drive of the capital.
Best of all, this 6-day Ring Road itinerary is fully customizable. You decide how fast or slow you go, where to stop, and how much adventure to include. We’ve made the best day tours and activities available to you at an unbeatable price.
Options include gliding across Langjokull Glacier on a snowmobile, exploring the shimmering blue ice of Katla Ice Cave, or heading out on a whale-watching tour from the harbor in Husavik, Iceland’s whale-watching capital.
For more adrenaline, try tandem paragliding over the South Coast, hiking across a glacier in Skaftafell, or snorkeling in the Silfra Fissure, where you can swim between two tectonic plates in crystal-clear water. You can also go horseback riding through Icelandic landscapes or unwind in one of the country’s many geothermal hot springs.
A summer road trip in Iceland also offers the perfect chance to spot puffins nesting along the coast, especially in the cliffs and sea stacks of the south. Take advantage of the midnight sun and extended daylight hours to fill your itinerary with unforgettable experiences.
This 6-day Ring Road tour is popular for a reason: it delivers a perfectly balanced itinerary with built-in flexibility for spontaneous stops. Additionally, you’ll have a personal travel agent available 24/7 to assist you with whatever you may need throughout your journey.
Enjoy flexibility and peace of mind, knowing if your plans change, you can cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Explore the iconic Ring Road in less than a week with a personalized 6-day self-drive tour in Iceland. Check availability now by choosing a date.