5 DAY ICELAND ROAD TRIP ITINERARY: THE PERFECT SOUTH ICELAND ADVENTURE FOR FIRST TIMERS!

CRAVING A JAW-DROPPING SOUTH ICELAND ROAD TRIP?
Planning your trip to Iceland?
Start here:
Skyscanner β to find the best flight deals to KeflavΓk Airport (KEF).
Booking.com β to browse the best places to stay across Iceland.
ποΈ Viator β to book unforgettable tours, from northern lights to ice caves.
π‘οΈ Staysure β for easy, reliable travel insurance (UK travellers only).
5 DAY SOUTH ICELAND ROAD TRIP ITINERARY
DAY 1: ARRIVAL, BLUE LAGOON, KERID CRATER & IGLOO STAY
π‘ Book your rental car on Booking.com β. Lowest prices we found, free cancellation until 24 hours before. Plus have all your bookings (car, hotels) in one convenient place.
π‘ We booked a car with Alamo (part of Enterprise) because of their brilliant customer reviews – we also had a great experience with them. Tbh, the staff we’re so laid back and chilled, and you get a full tank on pick-up. So handy.
π‘ Donβt book any additional insurance through Booking.com. Itβs a random third party, nothing to do with the rental company. If you do want additional insurance, purchase it with your rental company when you check-in.




WHERE TO STAY IN HELLA (1 NIGHT) π€
We’ve recently stayed at Aurora Igloo South in Hella and highly recommend for a one-night stay.
For optimal comfort, you won’t regret choosing the Igloo Dome with Private bathroom.
For even more info, read our Aurora Igloo South review post here β
DAY 2: SELJALANDSFOSS, GLJΓFRABΓI & SKΓGAFOSS WATERFALLS, REYNISFARA BLACK SAND BEACH & VIK




Photo by Jordie.



WHERE TO STAY NEAR JOKULARSON (1 NIGHT) π€
We stayed at EKRA Glacier Lagoon, perched atop small residential hill with insane sweeping sea views, even from our corner apartment!
Large modern rooms and a super convenient 11 minute drive from Jokularson Glacier Lagoon, where your tour is tomorrow morning. We sat outside watching the northern lights here too!
Psst! Another fabulous nearby alternative is HΓ³tel JΓΆkulsarlon.
DAY 3: JΓKULSΓRLΓN GLACIER LAGOON, FJAΓRΓRGLJΓFUR VIEWPOINT & TINY GLASS LODGE







WHERE TO STAY NEAR SELFOSS (1 NIGHT) π€
Indulge in an extra special stay at Tiny Glass Lodge, in 1 of 4 beautifully designed, luxury glass lodges set in open countryside.
They’re immaculate, equipped with everything you could possibly need (even a washer / dryer!) and – the best part – a private outdoor hot tub!
If conditions are right, it’s an incredible place to see the northern lights clearly too.
For even more info, read our Tiny Glass Lodge review post here β
DAY 4: GOLDEN CIRCLE, GULLFOSS, GEYSIR, ΓINGVELLIR NATIONAL PARK & REYKJAVIK
Note: Itβs quite funny how suddenly busy the roads get as you approach ReykjavΓk. After four days of quiet countryside driving you start wondering where all the Icelanders areβ¦ turns out, theyβre all here! π€£



WHERE TO STAY IN REYKJAVIK (1/2 NIGHTS) π€
Choose a hotel with free private parking. If you’re confident to drive into the city, a great option is The Reykjavik EDITION, a stylish / luxe hotel set along the northern harbour.
Centring around a wellness concept, has its own renowned EDITION Spa on-site and is guaranteed to make your Reykjavik stay extra special.
DAY 5: REYKJAVIK, SKY LAGOON & AIRPORT BOUND
FINAL THOUGHTS: 5 DAY SOUTH ICELAND ROAD TRIP ITINERARY

This blog post was written by Jordie Flain!
Founder of TheFlainsTravel.com
A travel-obsessed Sagittarius creating honest, easy-to-follow guides. Powered by tea, chocolate and a slightly concerning amount of tomato ketchup.
Got a trip coming up? Look no further than:
βSkyscannerβ for the best flight deals
Easy to compare, clean, uncluttered website.
Booking.comβ to stay somewhere amazing
Most free cancellation on anything from glamping to luxury stays.
Viatorβ for unforgettable experiences
All the best tours & activities in one easy place! Free cancellation on most.
Staysure Travel Insuranceβ to feel safe & confident
Easy, stress-free, reliable insurance with excellent customer service. (UK only)
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