Here is multi-layer maps of our possible sight seeing. This is a draft for the planning. Each day is
a separate itinerary .Please click the layers on left. The first layers has all Points of Interest(POI) . Next eight layer is itinerary
day by day. Last one has the point of interest which are of high interest.
(please cleck above link for the multi-layered maps. click 1st layer for the POI)
Day 1 , Saturday,
September 2 – Arrive Iceland 5:00AM Raykajavik. Golden Circle
Upon arrival(
( from EWR, NJ, USA) in Iceland this morning pick up your 4X4 AWD car rental
from the airport and head out, beginning our self-drive of the country..6:13 AM sunrise, 8:40 PM sunset. Take
some time this morning to Reykajvik city, See
Hallgrimskirkja, church , Harpa,city's opera house,
Sun Voayger Sudurgata, perlan
Reykajvik city
http://www.visitreykjavik.is/
Hallgrimskirkja Church
City Map
Lonely Planet Map ;
Interactive
In afternoon, We will embark on the Golden Circle, one of Southern Iceland's most popular
tours, including such fantastic attractions as the geothermal fields of
Haukadalur - including the geysers, Geysir and Strokkur - the powerful
Gullfoss waterfall and, finally, Iceland's largest national park, the
UNESCO heritage site Þingvellir
? A stop at
the Fontana Steam Baths is recommended.
? Hidden secret
Bruarfoss (?) has the gravel road .
How to get there Video Video2
snorkeling tour in Silfra may be skipped. or an evening horse riding tour!
Hotel Little Geysir and ?? (Dhanesh)
Day 2 : Sunday, September 3 – South Iceland; Landmanalugar hike if possible
This morning check out of your hotel and then head south to
drive along the famous coast of Iceland, stopping to see the black sand beaches
of Reynisfjara, Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss Waterfalls, and the quaint village
of Vik . May stop at the
Sólheimasandur, plane crash
Possible addition
Kerud Vlocano ( 37 min on route 35)
DC-3 plane wreck at Sólheimasandur.
[ If possible ,
take 4-5 hour jeep tour Þjórsárdalur
valley, augavegur treck (Landmannalaugar to the glacial
valley of Þórsmörk) With starting point
near Seljalandfoss or proximity ( and not starting from
Reykjavik). This may require overnight on Day 2 at the Vic area instead
of at Skaftafell . If needed we can stay a day more at the southland Iceland.]
Overnight at Kirkgubajrklauster ( or Fosshotel Núpar or
similar near Skaftafell_
Day 3 Monday,
September 4 – Vatnajokull and Glacier Lagoon, Jokulsarlon
See the day map
Today drive north and spend some time in the national park
hiking and exploring.
See
see Svartifoss falls ,enjoy the boat/zodiac tour at Jökulsárlón and do the jeep tour.
[If Glacier walk chosem"
Skaftafell Visitor Center to get fitted for crampons and
other safety equipment for a 2 hour guided hike on the glacier tongue Svinafellsjokull, right off of Vatnajokull. During
your hike on the glacier your guide will talk about glacier behavior, environmental effects on the glacier, and other
information pertaining to glaciers. After your tour, head north.]
Overnight at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon r near Hofn
Day 4 Tuesday, September 5 –
Eastfjords, MyVatn
Continue north today, passing the picturesque Eastfjords and
many fishing villages along the way.
Overnight at Fosshotel Eastfjords or similar in Egillsstaðir
Wednesday, September 6 – North Iceland
Head out this morning going west across north Iceland. Stop
at the powerful Dettifoss Waterfall and the Myvatn Nature
Driving Distance: 420 -
470 kilometers
Overnight at MyVatn area
Day 5 Wednesday , September 6 – Skagafjorður ?
Drive to MyVatn. Relax in the sublime JARÐBÖÐIN VIÐ MÝVATN, a
bathing lagoon filled with mineral-rich, geothermally-heated
water. Marvel at the magical waterfall, GOÐAFOSS, and
DETTIFOSS, Europe’s most powerful waterfall.
Explore the volcanic area around KRAFLA, the spectacular
sulphur fields at NÁMASKARÐ, the dramatic lava formations
at DIMMUBORGIR, and the pseudo craters at SKÚTUSTAÐIR.
Or, go on a whale watching and/or bird watching tour on
SKJÁLFANDAFLÓI, a large bay known . Ásbyrgi Canyon .
Go to Akureyri today and visit Iceland’s second largest
city, then continue west, overnighting tonight near the shores of the
Skagafjordur fjord.
Overnight at Akureyri today (Tidastoll Hotel or similar near Skagafjordur)
Day 6, Thursday , September 6 ??
Dhanesh flightto Reykjavik domestic airport at 8:15 AM
Drive to Stykkishólmur
skippe Westfjords (Overnight at Guesthouse Malarhorn or
similar near Strandir )?
Ovrnight :
Head south this morning to
Snæfellsnes Peninsula,
Overnight at Stykkisholmur Hotel or
similar in Stykkisholmur ??
The mystical SNÆFELLSJÖKULL, one of
Iceland’s most famous volcano glaciers, is largely
responsible for crafting the dramatic geological formations
that the peninsula is known for – such as KIRKJUFELL,
perhaps the most hauntingly beautiful mountain in all of
Iceland. From the pebbly beaches of
DJÚPALÓNSSANDUR to the multitude of bird species
nesting on treacherous cliffs of LÓNDRANGAR and
ÞÚFUBJARG, SNÆFELLSNES a paradise for photographers
and nature lovers alike. Visit the picturesque fishing village of STYKKISHÓLMUR and take a ferry throughBREIÐAFJÖRÐUR, a large shallow bay studded with thousands of islands, islets,
Overnight Hellafess
Day 8 : Snæfellsnes Peninsula,
Langjoskull glacier, Husafell
Visit the Settlement Centre in BORGARNES and
learn about the life of the Vikings and drive to the
HRAUNFOSSAR and BARNAFOSSAR waterfalls; very
special waterfalls that flow out from the lava on banks of
the river HVITÁ. You can also take a short hiking tour on
the GRÁBRÓK mountain.
based on the article in NYtimes on 7/30/2017 , like to add LangJokull, Husafells Adventure Seekers Set Sights on Wild West Iceland
Overnight
Raykajvik
Day 9 Sunday,
September 10 – Depart Iceland
This morning go to Blue Lagoon head back to the airport and
drop your car off by 1:30pm before the flight home departing at 3:30 PM (Wow Airlines) . Explore the Reykjanes pennisula if time permits
