Essential Iceland – Winter

Make the most of your time in Iceland on this six day self-drive road trip. Get to experience Icelandic winter and visit Iceland’s most popular places and sights including waterfalls, geysers, glaciers, lagoons, charming villages and much more. If you are visiting Iceland for the first time an...
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6 days / 5 nights
AVAILABILITY
1. October - 30. April
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Tailor Made Tours

We are with you every step of the way

We take care of every detail for you, from the moment you arrive until your depart from Iceland. We focus on providing personal and expert service that meets all your expectations and needs.
What’s included
Luxury 4x4 Rental Vehicle with Wifi (6 days)
Unlimited mileage & CDW Insurance
Premium Ticket to the Blue Lagoon
(Join-in) into the Glacier Tour
Private arrival transfer
One night at Hotel Borg (Deluxe room with breakfast)
Two night's at Hotel Húsafell (Deluxe room with breakfast)
Two night's at Hotel Rangá (Deluxe room with breakfast)
Not included
Lunches and dinners
International Flights

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Iceland - Reykjavik

When you arrive in Iceland at Keflavik Airport, your private driver and Deluxe Iceland representative will greet you at the arrival hall and take you to Reykjavik to pick-up your rental car and go through your trip itinerary in detail with you at your hotel. After settling in you will have the rest of the day to explore this northernmost capital city of the world with its abundance of museums, restaurants and bars to suit all tastes.

Accommodation
Hotel Borg
REYKJAVIK
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Day 2
Hraunfossar, Húsafell & Into the Glacier

On this day you will begin your journey by driving through the beautiful Borgarfjörður area. Start by visiting the twin waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafoss along the way to Húsafell where you will enjoy a nice lunch before taking the Into the Glacier Tour.

Accommodation
Hotel Húsafell
REYKJAVIK
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Day 3
The Magical Snæfellsnes Peninsula

On this day you will drive to the geographically diverse Snæfellsnes peninsula, that is often called Iceland in miniature for its various landscapes. Drive along the scenic coast that offers sights like the  Dritvík Cove, the Lóndrangar cliffs, the Arnarstapi cliffs, Hellnar and other small fishing villages. You might even see the mighty Snæfellsjökull glacier that many believed to be one of Earth’s seven major energy centres. It was also used as the backdrop to Jules Verne’s famous novel “Journey to the Centre of the Earth.”

Accommodation
Hotel Húsafell
REYKJAVIK
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Day 4
The Golden Circle

On this day you will drive the Golden Circle, which is one of Iceland’s most popular routes. Start the day by visiting Þingvellir National Park, where you will have the chance to walk on a path in the rift valley between the North American and Eurasion tectonic plates. You will then drive to the geothermal area in Haukadalur and see the mighty Geysir and it’s active neighbour, Strokkur which spouts water every few minutes.

Accommodation
Hotel Rangá
REYKJAVIK
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Day 5
The South Shore

On this day you will start by driving to Seljalandsfoss waterfall before heading to Skógafoss Waterfall. There you can take time to catch the perfect photo with this amazing waterfall and take 527 steps up to the observation platform above Skógafoss. Next you will stop at Reynisfjara black sand beach where you can see the jagged basalt rock formations of Reynisdrangar and Dyrhólaey. Visit the small town of Vík and enjoy the stunning views before heading back to your hotel for the night. 

Accommodation
Hotel Rangá
REYKJAVIK
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Day 6
Departure via the Blue Lagoon

On your last day in Iceland you will drive the backroad called Sudurstrandarvegur on your way to relax at the Blue Lagoon before your departure. You will have access to the Retreat Spa and soak in geothermal waters. There is a restaurant in the Spa if you want to have a light meal. You can stay up to five hours in the Spa.

Itinerary

When you arrive in Iceland at Keflavik Airport, your private driver and Deluxe Iceland representative will greet you at the arrival hall and take you to Reykjavik to pick-up your rental car and go through your trip itinerary in detail with you at your hotel. After settling in you will have the rest of the day to explore this northernmost capital city of the world with its abundance of museums, restaurants and bars to suit all tastes.

Accommodation
Hotel Borg
REYKJAVIK
Learn more

On this day you will begin your journey by driving through the beautiful Borgarfjörður area. Start by visiting the twin waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafoss along the way to Húsafell where you will enjoy a nice lunch before taking the Into the Glacier Tour.

Accommodation
Hotel Húsafell
REYKJAVIK
Learn more

On this day you will drive to the geographically diverse Snæfellsnes peninsula, that is often called Iceland in miniature for its various landscapes. Drive along the scenic coast that offers sights like the  Dritvík Cove, the Lóndrangar cliffs, the Arnarstapi cliffs, Hellnar and other small fishing villages. You might even see the mighty Snæfellsjökull glacier that many believed to be one of Earth’s seven major energy centres. It was also used as the backdrop to Jules Verne’s famous novel “Journey to the Centre of the Earth.”

Accommodation
Hotel Húsafell
REYKJAVIK
Learn more

On this day you will drive the Golden Circle, which is one of Iceland’s most popular routes. Start the day by visiting Þingvellir National Park, where you will have the chance to walk on a path in the rift valley between the North American and Eurasion tectonic plates. You will then drive to the geothermal area in Haukadalur and see the mighty Geysir and it’s active neighbour, Strokkur which spouts water every few minutes.

Accommodation
Hotel Rangá
REYKJAVIK
Learn more

On this day you will start by driving to Seljalandsfoss waterfall before heading to Skógafoss Waterfall. There you can take time to catch the perfect photo with this amazing waterfall and take 527 steps up to the observation platform above Skógafoss. Next you will stop at Reynisfjara black sand beach where you can see the jagged basalt rock formations of Reynisdrangar and Dyrhólaey. Visit the small town of Vík and enjoy the stunning views before heading back to your hotel for the night. 

Accommodation
Hotel Rangá
REYKJAVIK
Learn more

On your last day in Iceland you will drive the backroad called Sudurstrandarvegur on your way to relax at the Blue Lagoon before your departure. You will have access to the Retreat Spa and soak in geothermal waters. There is a restaurant in the Spa if you want to have a light meal. You can stay up to five hours in the Spa.

Five Stars Best Of The Best

If you want to have a first class, five star Iceland experience look no further then Deluxe Iceland. We just came back from a 6 day/5 night visit to the southern part of Iceland and it exceeded all of our expectations. Not only is the country beautiful and the people welcoming, friendly and safe, Sig has taken luxury travel and service to another level. From the moment you land to the moment you leave, every detail is accounted and designed around you! The schedule is your own, no rush or pressure, but Sig is ready to take you to all the best sights and his knowledge of Iceland and it’s history is unmatched (I asked a lot of questions!). I would recommend you just let Sig and his team set your days and you will not be sorry. He knows ALL the best sites across all of Iceland – the places tourists want to go, and some you may not know about. He also has access to all the best restaurants and can provide an elevated experience away from many of the crowds. Sig was always on time, always smiling and friendly, no request was off limits and he took us door to door, everyday, in a clean Mercedes Van with WiFi. He also has a few surprises along the way to fully immerse you in Icelandic culture, tradition and fun. I will be coming back and highly recommend Deluxe Iceland to anyone looking for a bucket list experience. Thank you Sig!!

Matt and Michele, July 2019

Trip of a lifetime!

This was truly a once in a lifetime experience to a place none of us had ever been, made possible by Deluxe Iceland! Our tour guide, Jonas, in particular, made the trip extremely special. He took great care in making sure that all 11 members of our party, ranging in age from 2-77 years old, were happy, comfortable, and engaged in a wide range of activities. We were blown away by all the hidden treasures the island has to offer. We enjoyed breathtaking hikes to waterfalls, canyons, capes, caves, cliffs, volcanos, glaciers, and geothermal bathing, and were able to experience the local people and culture first hand at a local dairy farm and an extended stay at a private home in the countryside. If you want a first class trip where every detail is taken care of for you and meticulously planned out, Deluxe Iceland will take amazing care of you!

Lindsay C, 2022

4 Day Southern Iceland

We had an action packed and thoroughly enjoyable 4 days in Iceland thanks to Deluxe Iceland and our tour guide, David. Victor was fantastic in pulling together the itinerary with excellent communication. David was supremely knowledgeable, patient and thoughtful. We had a wonderful time with him on our snowy, cold and stunningly beautiful 4 days – his driving skills are seriously next level!

Gemma, December 2022

Perfect trip!

Working with Sig, the company owner, over email, this trip came together very easily. I had certain things that I wanted to see and Sig filled in the rest. We went directly from the airport to the Blue Lagoon, and had a first class spa experience there that I didn’t even know was available (Thanks, Sig!). We stayed at Hotel Ranga for 3 nights, a great base for our day trips. Great place, delicious food. We had a super Jeep experience into the wilderness with Lulle, who entertained us all day with great Icelandic stories. Andri took us out for Northern Lights hunting. All of the guides were great! Knowledgeable, fun to talk to, always on time and eager to please. I can’t say enough about how great this tour company is. I wanted to visit the Saga Centre (museum) which is closed in the winter, and Sig got them to open just for me. Sig chose Hotel Borg for our last 2 nights in Reykjavik, a wonderful hotel in a great location. Couldn’t be happier.

Karen T, January 2019

Only way to experience the best of Iceland

The trip I booked, was simply wonderful, life changing, and an experience that will rival in pace you visit. Deluxe Iceland and Egill gave me a personal excursion into a wonderful country filled with awe. I soaked up all the knowledge and can’t wait t visit again, in the summer next time. Deluxe Iceland is the only way to experience the treasures of Iceland. Thank you.

Emery, Nov 2023

Meet our guides

Jónas Karl
Jónas Karl
Head Guide & Project Manager
Páll Haraldsson
Páll Haraldsson
Driver Guide
Egill Rúnar Björgvinsson
Egill Rúnar Björgvinsson
Head Guide & Project Manager
Hákon Heiðarsson
Hákon Heiðarsson
Head Guide & Project Manager
Unnar Einarsson
Unnar Einarsson
Head Guide & Project Manager
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