Rondreis met huurwagen in IJsland

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The Express circle tour is one of our selfdrive bestsellers and includes the option of driving through the interior of Iceland via Kjölur highland track.  Discover the magical natural wonders, the majestic landscapes and the unique character of Iceland.

The duration of this tour is 8 days and 7 nights.  You will stay 5 nights at different hotels while in the countryside and 2 nights in Reykjavík.  It is possible to extend your stay in Reykjavík if you wish. The accommodation in this package is available with or without private facilities, ideal for those looking to enjoy all of Iceland for less.

Key benefits of this tour:
• With an easy upgrade of your car to a 4wd, you can travel through the highland track of Kjölur, a mountain pass between two of Iceland’s large glaciers.
• You cover a great deal of Iceland within a short period but you still have the flexibility to decide how short/long your travel days are.
• Although you will by doing on a fast speed, you will see and explore all major attractions around Iceland´s main ring road. This includes the mighty Geysir and the spouting Strokkur hot springs. Waterfalls, National Parks and other nature wonders are also a part of the program. 

DAY 1
Arrival and overnight in Reykjavik (transfer from international airport not included)

DAY 2
Today's highlights include Þingvellir National Park a place of great geological and historical interest, the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir hot-spring area.  Drive along the south shore, viewing Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, the black beaches around Vík and Mýrdalsjökull glacier.

DAY 3
Drive through the village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, explore Skaftafell National Park, a green oasis nestling below the great Vatnajökull glacier surrounded by black desert sands. Continue to Jökulsár¬lón Glacial Lagoon and onwards to the harbor town Höfn in Hornafjörður.
Optional: Boat tour on Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon, glacier hike in Skaftafell area.

DAY 4
Drive along the rugged coastline of the East Fjords with their towering mountains and charming fishing villages.  On the way you have the option of taking a boat tour to Papey Island where thousands of puffins nest in the summer or visit the famous stone collection of Petra at Stöðvarfjörður.
Optional: Boat tour to Papey Island, Petra’s stone collection.

DAY 5
Travel across Möðrudalsöræfi highlands renowned for their stark beauty towards Dettifoss, Europe’s mightiest waterfall.  Visit the magnificent horseshoe-shaped canyon Ás¬byrgi.  Drive onwards to Tjörnes peninsula and Húsavík fishing port.
Optional: Whale watching from Húsavík

DAY 6
Explore highlights of the Lake Mývatn area, including the mystical volcanic formations at Dimmuborgir, the pseudo craters at Skútustaðir, the colourful sulfurous slopes of Námaskarð and Krafla volcanic area.  Drive to Goðafoss waterfall, the capital of the north Akureyri or Skagafjörður area.

DAY 7
Drive through the historical region of Skagafjörður renowned for horse breeding. You have an option of visiting the old farmstead at Glaumbær a great example of old Icelandic architecture.  Continue to the bay of Húnaflói and across Holtavörðuheiði plateau, returning to Reykjavík in the late afternoon.
Another option is to travel across the barren Kjölur highland road (4WD needed, track open from mid-June), to the geothermal oasis at Hveravellir before driving to Reykjavík.
Optional: River rafting in Skagafjörður, horse riding in Skagafjörður.

DAY 8
Departure (transfer not included).

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