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The Ultimate Guide to Driving the Ring Road (Route 1) in Iceland
A route through Reykjavik, Golden Circle, and South Coast in Iceland, ready to adapt to your pace.
- Days
- 10
- Stops
- 7
- Mapped stops
- 7
- Mapped distance
- 998 km
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1 stops · 186.9 km · 2 hr 30 minDay 4
1 stops · 139.4 km · 1 hr 40 minDay 5
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The Ultimate Guide to Driving the Ring Road (Route 1) in Iceland
Day 1
Reykjavik
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Day 2
Golden Circle
The Golden Circle is Iceland's most popular tourist route, a 300-km loop from Reykjavik encompassing three iconic natural wonders. It takes in the geysers of Geysir (including the reliably erupting Strokkur), the thundering Gullfoss waterfall, and Þingvellir National Park where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. The route can comfortably be driven in a day and offers some of Iceland's most dramatic scenery.
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Day 3
South Coast
South Coast is a coastal destination known for sea views, open-air walks, and easy access to the water. It works well for relaxed sightseeing, photography, and adding a slower scenic stop to an itinerary.
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Day 4
Skaftafell
Skaftafell is a green or protected area valued for its landscape, walking routes, and outdoor atmosphere. Visitors come for nature, viewpoints, and a quieter break from dense city sightseeing.
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Day 5
East Fjords
East Fjords is a coastal destination known for sea views, open-air walks, and easy access to the water. It works well for relaxed sightseeing, photography, and adding a slower scenic stop to an itinerary.
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Day 6
North Coast
North Coast is a coastal destination known for sea views, open-air walks, and easy access to the water. It works well for relaxed sightseeing, photography, and adding a slower scenic stop to an itinerary.
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Day 7
West Fjords
West Fjords is a coastal destination known for sea views, open-air walks, and easy access to the water. It works well for relaxed sightseeing, photography, and adding a slower scenic stop to an itinerary.
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