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Iceland Ring Road: the Complete Loop
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Iceland Ring Road: the Complete Loop

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This trip around Iceland's Ring Road is perfect for anyone who loves nature and photography. Starting in Reykjavík, you'll get a taste of urban life before heading to Selfoss, where the countryside begins to unfold. Each stop, from the black sands of Vík to the glacial views in Höfn, offers a new landscape to capture.

The rhythm of the journey is relaxed yet engaging, with two nights in Höfn allowing you to explore the area without feeling rushed. As you make your way to Mývatn and Akureyri, each day brings fresh sights and experiences. The loop back to Reykjavík wraps it all up nicely, leaving you with a sense of completion and plenty of memories to cherish.

Reykjavík
Day 1–2

Reykjavík

1 night · Travel guide
Arrival in Reykjavík, visit Hallgrímskirkja for city views
Things to do
Nearby: Hallgrímskirkja
Selfoss
Day 2–3

Selfoss

1 night · Travel guide
Explore the Golden Circle: Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss
Things to do
Nearby: Þingvellir National Park · Geysir · Gullfoss
Vík
Day 3–4

Vík

1 night · Travel guide
Visit Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, and Reynisfjara beach
Things to do
Nearby: Seljalandsfoss · Skógafoss · Reynisfjara
Höfn
Day 4–6

Höfn

2 nights · Travel guide
Explore Skaftafell National Park, hike and enjoy nature
Visit Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon for photography
Things to do
Nearby: Skaftafell National Park · Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Egilsstaðir
Day 6–7

Egilsstaðir

1 night · Travel guide
Visit the East Fjords and explore Seyðisfjörður
Things to do
Nearby: Seyðisfjörður
Mývatn
Day 7–8

Mývatn

1 night · Travel guide
Visit Dettifoss, Hverir, and relax at Mývatn nature baths
Things to do
Nearby: Dettifoss · Hverir · Mývatn Nature Baths
Akureyri
Day 8–9

Akureyri

1 night · Travel guide
Visit Goðafoss waterfall and enjoy whale watching
Things to do
Nearby: Goðafoss · Whale Watching
Stykkishólmur
Day 9–10

Stykkishólmur

1 night · Travel guide
Explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula and visit Kirkjufell
Things to do
Nearby: Snæfellsnes Peninsula · Kirkjufell
Reykjavík
Day 10–11

Reykjavík

1 night · Travel guide
Relax at the Blue Lagoon before your flight home
Things to do
Nearby: Blue Lagoon
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from ~€1,150 p.p. · a rough estimate for flights and stays; you pick the real ones

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