7 Days Self-Drive Tour in Iceland: Explore Westfjords & the West Coast in a 4x4 Campervan

Embark on a 7-day self-drive tour in Iceland and explore the stunning Westfjords and the West Coast in a 4x4 campervan. Experience thrilling activities, visit remarkable attractions, and relax in geothermal baths. Get the exclusive Easy Guide tablet for an immersive adventure!

Duration: 7 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

1 Glymur and Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Keflavík International Airport - We offer a complimentary shuttle service from either Keflavik international airport or a hotel accommodation from Keflavik town to the CampEasy office, located just a 5 minutes drive from the airport.

Glymur - Depending on your arrival flight, you will be able to start your first day in Iceland by visiting the picturesque Glymur waterfall. The round trip took about 3.5 hours, but the view is absolutely stunning when you get to the top!

Ytri Tunga Beach - After your hike, you visit Ytri Tunga, a seclusive yellow sand beach known as one of the seals’ favorite spots. You might be lucky to encounter a few!

Budakirkja - You continue exploring the south coast of the Snæfellsnes peninsula with a short stop at Búðir church. The latter is among the three black churches in Iceland, making it an extremely sough spot by photographers. A little further, you find the Búdir hotel. It does happen that every once and a while, seals are spotted in the sea.

Arnarstapi - Arnarstapi is worth a small stop as the area is renowned for its beauty. The beach is fascinating because erosion carved an arch right in the stone, called Gatklettur, or simply a hole in the cliff.

Snæfellsnes Marvels and Volcanic Cave

Vatnshellir Cave - You start your day with an extraordinary lava tunnel exploration at 10.00 AM before continuing to explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula. You explore an 8000-year-old lava tube located 32 meters under the ground! This is genuinely a fantastic lava formation where robust flows created an anti-chamber accessible by spiral stairs. Equipped with a helmet and headlight, you descend deep under the surface.

Djupalonssandur Beach - Djúpalónssandur is a black pebble beach where sailors were selected right on the spot long ago. Men’s strength was tested by lifting big rocks (23 to 155 kg) and heavy drifted wood logs and carrying or throwing them as far as possible. Today, we can still see the stones, many records on the shore the remainder of the rusty shipwreck. The site is kept untouched to connect with history.

Saxholl Crater - You might like to end the day with a visit to the genuine Saxhóll volcanic crater. Led by wooden steps along the way, you reach the 100 meters deep crater after a nice and easy walk. You have a fantastic view of the sea, the lava fields, and on a clear day, Reykjavík on the horizon!

Kirkjufell Mountain - Kirkjufell is a well-known and famously photographed mountain in Iceland. It was formed about 5 to 10 million years ago; its multi-layered tip gives it a unique and majestic look. Kirkjufell is paired with a nearby waterfall, Kirkjufellsfoss, which you would not miss out on!

If you are interested, we recommend you visit the Bjarnarhofn Shark Museum to learn about them and even taste shark meat!
Note that this is only our recommendation, the admission fee to the museum is not included in the tour price. If you choose to come here, it will take you 1 hour and 30 minutes, including the driving time from Kirkjufell.

Stykkisholmur - Stykkishólmur is a charming fishing village renowned for fresh and succulent fish dishes. Make sure to visit Sugandisey island and its lighthouse before going to your next stop. The harbor connects with the island by road, and you can walk up the mount from which the view is spectacular.

Journey to the Westfjords

Hellulaug Pool - The day’s first stop is Hellulaug – a small geothermal pool surrounded by rocks. The pool cannot be seen from the road, but there is a parking next to the path that leads to Hellulaug. You spend some time in a relaxed atmosphere and admire the ocean views.

Rauðisandur - Now visit the south part of the Westfjords, which has fantastic sites, including Rauðisandur is a unique red sandy beach. You will also see dramatic cliffs and a seclusive natural geothermal pool carved right from the stone.

Dynjandi Waterfall

Reykjafjaroarlaug Hot Pool - Start your day by stopping at Reykjafjarðarlaug Hot Pool for a relaxing moment in the beautiful Westfjords and connecting with nature.
Note that the admission to the pool is free, however, you are offered to give some donation to the place if you wish.

Dynjandi (Fjallfoss) - This magnificent waterfall is a true gem of the Westfjords Region. Dynjandi has a total height of 100 meters It is the largest waterfall in the Westfjords.. On the way to Dynjandi, a few smaller waterfalls are leading the way!

Isafjordur - The next stop is the small town Ísafjörður, in the Westfjords region of northwest Iceland. It’s known for its dramatic and breathtaking landscapes. It’s the perfect place for a walk around this tiny town surrounded by mountains.

Seals at Litlibær

Thingvellir National Park

Glanni Waterfall - Today you see some waterfalls. Glanii is lovely waterfall in Nordura river. The word Glanni means shining and Icelanders believe it to be the dwelling place for elves and trolls.

Hraunfossar - During this day you will be able to see two picturesque waterfalls. The first of them is Hraunfoss. The waterfall is composed of trickling rivulets coming through the vegetation on a large portion of the riverbed.

Barnafoss - Nearby, Hraunfoss is located Barnafoss or children waterfall. Barnafoss is a powerful gust of water that emerges through a lava opening.

Deildartunguhver Thermal Spring - You stop at Deildartunguhver, Europe’s largest hot spring located in Reykjadalur or the “valley of smoke. “From a safe distance, you see massive bubbles formation in the 97°C water and feel the generated heat on your face.

Krauma - You finish the day in the geothermal waters of the Krauma Spa! Adjacent to Deildartunguhver, the facility has four pools fed with a constant and natural geothermal water flow. The site does not use chemicals to maintain the water’s quality and provides what is needed.

Thingvellir National Park - Today, your first stop is Þingvellir National Park, one of the Golden Circle sites. This is not only a geological marvel where Oxara waterfall and Silfra Fissure were born out of the continental drift, splitting the earth’s crust at various locations, but it is also an important historical and political site.
Note that entrance to the park is free; however, there is a parking fee you must pay, which is not included in the tour price.

Gullfoss and Geysir

Geysir - You next visit Geysir, where the geyser Strokkur shoots its warm water column up to 15 meters in the air. Geysir is the second Golden Circle site that you are scheduled to visit!

Gullfoss Waterfall - You complete the Golden Circle with a visit to the mighty waterfall Gullfoss, which impressively drops down in a narrow gorge from 32 meters high.

Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin - It is time for you to experience a geothermal bath! We have selected a visit to the beautiful and seclusive Secret Lagoon at 12.00 noon. The latter was built in 1891 near the geyser Litli Geysir, which provides the Secret Lagoon with warm waters and puts up a show with spouting activities every few minutes apart to the joy of its visitors.

Kerid Crater - You visit Kerið volcanic crater, located 40 minutes away from Þingvellir National Park. The crater is approximately 3000 years old and is covered with vivid colored grounds in the summer. The crater is a lovely site in its winter coat, particularly when its inner lake catches the sunlight on frosty days.
Note that to walk up to the crater, there is a small admission fee to pay, which is not included in the tour price.

What's Included
  • Campsites Fees
  • Airport transfer
  • Expert made itinerary
  • Quality Camper Van
  • Zero-Risk Coverage
  • Easy Guide tablet
  • Booked Activities
  • Extras (Gas, Wi-Fi, etc.)
What's Not Included
  • Personal Accident Insurance unless driving or passenger
  • Parking Fees
  • Traffic Violation Fines (Parking/Speeding)
  • Electricity and the use of any other service at the campsites are excluded
  • Flights
  • Activities only suggested in the itinerary of the tour
  • Any extra activity selected by customers
  • Food and Beverages (except where we include a restaurant in the tour)
Additional Information

Experience a thoughtfully curated 7-days self-drive holiday package, Westfjords and The West Coast, complete with a set itinerary, handpicked attractions, and overnight camping fees, crafted to deliver the ultimate campervan journey in Iceland! Our adept team ensures that the meticulously mapped routes introduce you to the most breath-taking sights and experiences that western Iceland has to offer.

Engage in activities such as kayaking across the captivating Isafjordur Bay, as well as exploring an 8000-year-old volcanic tube located 32 meters beneath the surface. Take a well-earned pause from sightseeing to unwind at a geothermal bath or soak in natural hot springs.

We also equip you with an Easy Guide tablet, a unique navigational gadget featuring your itinerary, activities, camper details, and more. Only available with us.

  • For some activities in this tour, the minimum age requirement is 12 years
  • It is recommended to be at paid activities´ meeting points 20 mins before the activity starts
  • The minimum age requirement for the driver participant(s) is 20 years
Location
Selvík 5
Selvík
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Globetrotting734807
Jul 9, 2023
Our Icelandic adventure - Absolutely loved our Icelandic adventure in CampEasy Viking. From the day I found CampEasy online to the end of our trip they were responsive, attentive and went above and beyond to make our trip a total blast! The self pick-up and self drop-off were smooth and all information was provided timely and accurately. We had wifi hotspot thru the tablet and navigation was a breeze. If you are looking to enjoy yourself while you embark on the Icelandic roadtrip, go with CampEasy, you will sleep well and only worry about having fun!
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D9831ybrachaelg
May 28, 2023
EPIC Camper Experience - This is the best camper company on the island! We had an amazing experience with the staff and the camper was perfect for all types of roads. We had a grand adventure thanks to Camp Easy!
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Y2723pvlisam
Dec 29, 2022
AMAZING FLAWLESS PERFECT BEAUTIFUL A BREEZE - its in the name CAMPEASY !! 5/12/22 to 12/12/22 flawless from the very beginning to the end and we could not be any more grateful for the opportunity to see this most amazing country we have ever visited ! the van was compact , reliable, clean 4x4 and most importantly WARM. There was so many things included as extras which came into so much use. The ONLY issue we had was the Ipad. we bought wifi as an extra and its a MUST however the Ipad lead was not charging so sometimes we had to take it into cafes to charge from an electrical source with a bit more power and we only contacted campeay the one time to ask for help regarding this. we did the ring road in 7 days so got to see so much and the memories will stay with us FOREVER an additional really cute touch was the store cupboard and fridge of food in date which previous travelers had left to use. We returned the favor on our return. campeasy we will be back we would like to see the country in the summer :) THANKYOU FOR THE PERFECT HOLIDAY
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Fredstraveling
Aug 20, 2022
Excellent CampEasy - Great experience. Two of us rented a CampEasy 4WD VW camper (EasyClever 4x4) for a week in NW Iceland. As we expected, it gave us freedom to go anywhere we wanted including over rough roads, to change plans at last minute, and to stay at whatever campsite was in best location for the fun we were having. CampEasy made everything smooth and easy. Our bed was superbly comfortable, we could stow our gear and still operate with ease in the camper, and Iceland campsites were well equipped (always with warm spaces to cook & eat, and usually with free hot-water showers).
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