Ultimate Iceland Itinerary - Karla & Krystal - 101625-102525

Nicole Zohdi - (Nicole_in_Iceland)
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Nicole Zohdi
What you’ll do

The Ultimate 9-Day Iceland Road Trip Itinerary

Planning a trip to Iceland and don’t know where to start? I've got you. This digital itinerary is your no-stress, road trip-ready guide to exploring the best of Iceland in 9 unforgettable days. Whether you're chasing waterfalls, soaking in hot springs, or cruising past lava fields, this itinerary does the heavy lifting so you can focus on the adventure.

What’s Inside:

  • A day-by-day breakdown of your route around the island

  • Activities and stops that actually make sense based on location and road flow

  • A mix of iconic sights and lesser-known magic (because you deserve both)

This itinerary is perfect if:

  • You’re renting a car or camper van and doing a self-drive adventure

  • You like having a plan but also want a little wiggle room

  • You want to spend less time researching and more time soaking up the views

  • You appreciate the kind of details only someone who’s driven these roads can give you

Plus, it’s digital—so you can take it on the road with you, pull it up from your phone anytime, and never worry about losing a crumpled piece of paper to the Icelandic wind (it will try to snatch your stuff, trust me).

Whether you’re a first-timer or returning for more Iceland magic, this 9-day itinerary was designed to help you make the most of every mile.

Day Total

52.9 km (32.9 mi)

1 hr

Welcome to Iceland! You will start by picking up your rental car at Blue Car Rental, about a 10 minute walk to the left of Keflavik Airport.

Reykjavik is a beautiful Nordic City filled with food, culture, & colorful houses. While you may feel a little wonky after a redeye flight, I've left this day pretty simple, with some notable sights and great shopping streets to peruse! Both Skolavordustigur and Laugavegur are Reykjavik's top shopping streets with lots of fun eateries, locally owned shops, and cafes.

1

Blue Car Rental
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Hassle-free car rental in Iceland
Category
Car Rental
Est. Price
$$
Direction

49.6 km (30.8 mi)

45 min

2

Hallgrimskirkja
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Iconic Lutheran church in Iceland
Category
Sightseeing
Est. Price
$
Direction

471 m (0.3 mi)

2 min

3

Skólavörðustígur
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Vibrant pedestrian street in Reykjavik
Category
Culture
Direction

1.8 km (1.1 mi)

6 min

4

Laugavegur
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Scenic Icelandic wilderness trekking adventure
Category
Sightseeing
Direction

1 km (0.6 mi)

5 min

5

Sand Hotel by Keahotels
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Chic boutique hotel in Reykjavík
Category
Hotel
Est. Price
$$
Direction