4-Day Family-Friendly Iceland Road Trip

4 daysDuration
Independent TourPrivate tour for one or two travelers
5 peopleMaximum group size
1 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language

Highlights

See the highlights of Iceland along the Golden Circle route

Visit waterfalls, erupting geysers, Black Sand Beach and other wonders

Receive a detailed itinerary with fun and practical information

Decide where you stop and how long you stay

Itinerary

For those eager to experience Iceland’s legendary natural wonders in a short span, the "4-Day Family-Friendly Iceland Road Trip" offers the ultimate self-drive adventure. This flexible four-day itinerary brings you face-to-face with the geysers of Geysir, the cascading beauty of Gullfoss, and the dramatic lava fields of Þingvellir National Park. Traverse beneath glaciers en route to the awe-inspiring Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, stopping at the majestic waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss.

Travelers enjoy the freedom to explore at their own pace, supported by a detailed and engaging itinerary full of tips and fun facts. The flexibility of a self-drive tour makes it a standout for independent spirits or families craving quality time together amid Iceland’s raw beauty. This trip’s unique selling point is its balance of structure and spontaneity, ensuring memorable sightseeing experiences without the constraints of a guided group.

day 1 - Welcome to Iceland

Land at Keflavík International Airport. After you’ve picked up your bags, find your rental vehicle and head across the barren Reykjanes Peninsula to Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík, where you’ll spend the next few nights.

Duration:1 hours
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Storm Hotel (Or Similar)

day 2 - The Golden Circle

Today after breakfast, you’ll head out to explore the wonders of the Golden Circle, Iceland’s most popular sightseeing route. First, you’ll stop at the historic Þingvellir National Park, where you can see the meeting point of two tectonic plates. From there, you’ll see geysers erupt at Geysir Geothermal Area. Finally, you’ll marvel at the beautiful Gullfoss Waterfall before heading back to Reykjavík for the night.

Duration:10 hours
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Storm Hotel (Or Similar)
Meals:Breakfast

day 3 - South Iceland’s Glaciers, Waterfalls, & Black Sand Beac

Travel along the southern coastline today and stop at two equally beautiful but vastly different waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Then, continue your journey, travelling under two great glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull, until you reach the jet-black sands of Reynisfjara Beach. At the end of the day, head back to Reykjavík.

Duration:10 hours
Accommodation:3 Star Hotel at Storm Hotel (Or Similar)
Meals:Breakfast

day 4 - Departure

Now it is time to bid farewell to Iceland after a short but eventful few days. If you have time, you can explore Reykjavík a little before you make the short journey across the Reykjanes Peninsula, where you’ll find Keflavík Airport.

Duration:1 hours
Meals:Breakfast
4-Day Family-Friendly Iceland Road Trip

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What's Included

3 Breakfasts3 nights in three-star hotels or quality guesthouses, centrally located, very close to popular attractions. Private bathroom and breakfast included.Vehicle for the duration of the trip with unlimited mileage (VW Golf 2WD or similar up to 4 persons. Kia Ceed Sportwagen or similar when 5 persons. Upgrades available)Medium Protection Package for car rental: CDW, SCDW, PAI, THW and GPMobile WIFI including 3GB totalThis is a self guided tour but you’ll receive a detailed itinerary with fun and practical information on the nature, history and culture of IcelandHands-on travel agent to oversee your itineraryTaxes

Optional Add-ons Available during check-out

What's Excluded

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