10 Days

RING ROAD ADVENTURE
Vivi & family

 

This 10-day journey takes you full circle around Iceland, offering an unforgettable blend of natural wonders, cultural gems, and off-the-beaten-path discoveries. From towering waterfalls and glacier lagoons to volcanic craters, black sand beaches, and geothermal hot springs, you’ll experience the incredible diversity of Iceland’s landscapes. Highlights include the dramatic South Coast, the remote Eastfjords, the volcanic wonders of the North, and the rugged charm of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Each itinerary is customized to your interests, with flexibility built in for seasonal changes, weather, and road conditions. Travel in comfort with a passionate local guide and discover Iceland through the lens of adventure, photography, and personal connection.

* Please note that this itinerary is provided as an example only. I personally customize each tour to match the interests, pace, and adventure level of every client. It’s also important to consider the time of year, as itineraries may vary depending on the season, weather, and road conditions.

December 15 : The Golden Circle

  • Pick up at Canopy by Hilton at 09:00

  • Þingvellir National Park

  • Brúarfoss

  • Geysir Hot Spring Area

  • Gullfoss Waterfall

  • Brúarhlöð Canyon

  • Accommodations : Landhótel

The Golden Circle is one of Iceland’s most popular route. It cover lot of locations like þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall and Geysir geothermal area.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 16 : The South Coast

  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

  • Gljúfrabúi (The Cave Waterfall)

  • Skógafoss Waterfall

  • DC3 Plane Wreck

  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

  • Vík Village

  • Accommodations : Hotel Laki

The South Coast is a must for amazing sceneries. You can expect to discover many of Iceland’s best features including black sand beaches, vast lava fields, known and hidden waterfalls and much more.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 17 : South East Iceland

  • Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

  • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

  • The Diamond Beach

  • Eldhraun Lava Field

  • Accommodations : Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

This is an adventurous day out. We will be exploring the crystal ice cave at Vatnajökull, one of the largest glacier in Iceland and end the day with a beautiful sunset at the diamonds beach.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 18 : South East Iceland

This part of the Eastern Region. The East is one of my favourite part of Iceland. We have Vestrahorn mountain that get reflected on the black sand beach, making a perfect place for photos opportunities. Right next to Vestrahorn is a Viking Village that made for a movie set.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 19 : East of Iceland

This part of the East is my favourite. We will be exploring Stuðlagil Canyon, this is my favourite spot of the hall Iceland. Huge basalts columns that was newly discovered, and glacier blue green colour water. This is an amazing place for hiking.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

  • Restaurant Framtíð

  • Good to have lunch pack for this day. There’s not a lot of restaurant on this path, and most are closed during winter. There is a supermarket in town where we can buy something before we leave.

December 20 : East of Iceland

This part of the East is my favourite. We will be exploring Stuðlagil Canyon, this is my favourite spot of the hall Iceland. Huge basalts columns that was newly discovered, and glacier blue green colour water. This is an amazing place for hiking.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 21 : North of Iceland


Dettifoss is fed by the powerful glacier river Jökulsá á Fjöllum which flows from the largest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull. The thunderous fall has an average water flow of 193 meters cubed per second (6,186 cubic feet). It is 100 meters (330 feet) wide and plummets 45 meters (150 feet) down into Jökulsárgljúfur canyon.

Dimmuborgir, or the Black Fortress, is a dramatic expanse of lava in the Lake Mývatn area. Steeped with folklore, it is one of the most popular destinations for travellers to north Iceland.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

  • Veggur restaurant

  • Good to have lunch pack for this day. There’s not a lot of restaurant on this path, and most are closed during winter. There is a supermarket in town where we can buy something before we leave.

December 22 : North of Iceland

Goðafoss waterfall is located in the river Skjálfandafljót in north Iceland, the fourth-largest river in Iceland. It is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in the country, falling from a height of 12 meters (39 feet) over a width of 30 meters (98 feet).

Námafjall, also known as Hverir, you will see many smoking fumaroles and boiling mud pots, surrounded by sulphur crystals of many different colours. This sulphur gives the area an overwhelming smell of egg.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 23 : West of Iceland

  • Reykjafoss

  • Glaumbær Turf House

  • Hvítserkur

  • Kolugljúfur Canyon

  • Grábrók Crater

  • Accommodations : Hótel Varmaland

Hvítserkur, a 15-meter tall monolith or sea-stack, an eroded volcanic dyke. It looks like an animal of some sort, an elephant or a rhino; or even a dinosaur drinking.

People lived in Glaumbær turf house until 1947. A farm has stood on this site since the settlement of Iceland in the year 874 - give or take a few years. The present farmhouse consists of 13 buildings and the "newest" addition to the turf house was built in 1876-1879. The oldest parts of the turf house date back to the mid 18th century.

Kolugljúfur is amazing, it took my breath away immediately as I walked to the bridge crossing the river. The canyon is 40-50 metres deep and a little over 1 km long.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

December 24 : Snæfellsnes Peninsula

  • Kirkjufell Mountain

  • Village of Arnarstapi

  • Saxhöll Volcanic Crater

  • Búðakirkja Church

  • Miðgjá Stone Bridge

  • Accommodations : Canopy by Hilton

Kirkjufell, or 'Church Mountain', is a distinctly shaped peak found on the north shore of Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula. It is often called ‘the most photographed mountain in Iceland’ due to its dramatic formation and perfect coastal location.

The Búðakirkja Church is a small wooden church erected on the southern shore of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula – where road 54 turns from the sea towards the mountains. It sits as a strong colour contrast against the backdrop of the Snæfellsjökull glacier, highlighted by its colour on its white vestry, and this makes it the most photographed church in Iceland.

Optional lunch spot while on the road

night :
the aurora hunt

  • Out of the city and away from lights pollution.

  • Professional Photos

  • Help setting up your own camera if needed

  • You will have the opportunity to hunt for the light every night while on the tour, if the conditions is good enough.

Aurora Borealis also known as The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and there’s never a guarantee that you we catch them. But data and experience that I have. This will give you the best chance to catch them. While on this tour, we will have the opportunity to hunt every night.
This will increase your chance for sure.

Exploring Iceland

While traveling around Iceland we need to stay warm and dry, an insulated jacket is recommended. Most important thing is to dress in layers that can pile on or strip off as needed. It’s a good idea to bring a small day pack with you while out exploring.

HERE ARE SOME PACKING RECOMMENDATIONS

  • Lightweight wool jumper

  • Waterproof and windproof jacket

  • Waterproof trousers

  • Thermal layers

  • Waterproof hiking boots with good grip (if you going to buy a new pair, please wear them couple of times before coming)

  • Crampons (I will have them for you while you with me, but you can also buy one and use it when you’re not with me)

  • Hat, gloves and wool socks

  • Small day pack (carry what you need while exploring, phone, camera, powerbank etc.)

  • Water bottle (Refill Iceland nature fresh water)

  • Swimsuit (if you plan to visit the hot springs)