4 Days Exploring Iceland by Car Itinerary

Begin your Golden Circle tour with a visit to the stunning Thingvellir National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage site is where you can see the rift between two tectonic plates. Have breakfast at Thingvellir Restaurant, located within the park.

Continue your journey to the powerful Gullfoss Waterfall (Golden Falls). The sheer force and beauty of this waterfall are mesmerizing. For lunch, stop by Gullfoss Kaffi, offering great views and hearty meals. Next, visit the famous Great Geysir (Great Geyser), where you can witness geysers erupting every few minutes.

End your day with a relaxing soak in the warm waters of Secret Lagoon (Gamla Laugin). For dinner, enjoy local cuisine at Fridheimar Farm, known for its greenhouse-grown tomatoes and unique dining experience.

Drive along Iceland's South Coast to visit the majestic Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the waterfall for a unique perspective. Start your day with breakfast at Seljalandsfoss Horizons Café nearby.

Continue your journey to explore more waterfalls like Skógafoss and then head towards Reynisfjara Beach with its black sand and basalt columns. Have lunch at Black Beach Restaurant near Reynisfjara Beach.

In the evening, drive towards Vatnajokull National Park area for an overnight stay. Enjoy dinner at Humarhofnin Restaurant in Hofn, known for its delicious lobster dishes.

Start early with a drive towards Tjörnes Peninsula for some puffin watching at Tjörnes Peninsula. Have breakfast on-the-go or stop by a local café en route.

After enjoying puffin watching, head towards Lake Mývatn area to explore geothermal wonders like Hverir Geothermal Area . Have lunch at Vogafjos Cowshed Cafe , offering farm-to-table dining experience.

Conclude your trip with a relaxing soak in Mývatn Nature Baths . Enjoy dinner at Gamli Baerinn , known for its cozy atmosphere and traditional Icelandic dishes before heading back.