Ultimate Ring Road Adventure

Gunnar Freyr Gunnarsson - (IcelandicExplorer)
Itinerary created by
Gunnar Freyr Gunnarsson
What you’ll do

This is the ultimate Ring Road Adventure.

You can either do this tour by staying at hotels around Iceland - or rent a camper van.

Here’s a link to the best guys for renting a camper van —>

Here’s a link to the best guys for renting a car —> In the wintertime, I suggest getting a 4x4 but all can be done in a regular vehicle which is also a lot cheaper.

I usually recommend starting with the South Coast and traveling counter-clock wise around Iceland. This will ensure that you have enough time to explore the highlights on the South Coast and adjust your itinerary if needed.

Grab some cinnamon buns at the bakery in the morning before heading out on the road. If you need to do groceries, I suggest doing it in Kronan in Selfoss. There’s a lot on the list so don’t stress about making it for all the spots. Just prioritise and allow for some time for unexpected stops along the way - I find they’re often the most meaningful.

1

Blue Car Rental
Blue Car Rental
The Go to Car Rental in Iceland
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Transportation

55.7 km (34.6 mi)

50 min

2

DEIG workshop
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The best breakfast/lunch offer in town
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Restaurant

128.8 km (80 mi)

1 hr 48 min

3

Seljalandsfoss
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One of the most famous waterfalls in Iceland
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30 - 60 min
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Waterfall

744 m (0.5 mi)

2 min

4

Gljufrabui
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Waterfall
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Waterfall

18.9 km (11.7 mi)

14 min

5

Gamla fjósið
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Great place to eat close to Seljalandsfoss
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Restaurant

11.5 km (7.1 mi)

13 min

6

Skógafoss
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Iconic Icelandic Waterfall
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Waterfall

34 km (21.1 mi)

31 min

7

Katlatrack
Katlatrack
Glacial caves by the most powerful volcano
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$150
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Tours

10.9 km (6.8 mi)

12 min

8

Reynisfjara Beach
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Beach
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Sightseeing

17.6 km (10.9 mi)

16 min

9

Dyrhólaey
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Epic spot
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Sightseeing

17.9 km (11.1 mi)

18 min

10

Skool Beans micro roaster… and sometimes a cat!
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Best Coffee on the South Coast
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Café

1.6 km (1 mi)

4 min

11

Vík i Myrdal Church
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THE church on the South Coast
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Sightseeing

427 m (0.3 mi)

2 min

12

Restaurant Suður-Vík
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Restaurant
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Restaurant

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