Experience Iceland with the kids on an unforgettable drive, being your own master to decide stops and highlights. You self-drive the detailed itinerary with unlimited mileage and all accommodation is arranged in local self-catering cottages and small hotels. This combination of 3 nights in the south and 3 nights in the north gives you the opportunity to explore the best in both areas.

Highlights include the Golden Circle region, National parks and family friendly places to visit. Farms, whale watching and lots of swimming (hot springs and pools) can make this a great family holiday.

Countries visited

• Iceland

Places visited

• Valley of Geysers
• Reykjavik
• Great Geysir geothermal area
• Thingvellir National Park
• Blue Lagoon

Transportation

Honda Accord Sedan A/T, family size. Upgrades to 4WD are possible.

Included In Price

*6 nights in self catering cottages including bed linen.
*2 nights in room with private facilities and breakfast
*Rental car for 8 days, with unlimited milage and CDW insurance.
* Pick up fee for the car at Keflavik airport.
*Good road map and suggested itinerary.

Meals Included

This tour includes 2 meals; 2 breakfasts

Not Included In Price

* Flights to and from Iceland.
* Meals other than specified.
* Airport transfer upon departure.
* Personal travel insurance.
* Extra car insurance, such as S-CDW and gravel protection.
* Optional activities are not included. Please inquiry approx. prices for activities such as Whale Watching and Rafting.

Important Information

Children under 2 years old stay free of charge.
Children 2 - 11 years sharing cottages and a room with two adults 80 AUD.
Children 2 - 11 years staying in own separate room (for 2 nights) pay full price for accommodation.
Children 12 years and older pay full price.

Please let us know if you wish to prebook any optional activities before departure; some get very busy during the peak summer period.
* Horseriding
* Fly Fishing
* Glacier walks
* Kayaking
* Seal Safaris
* River Rafting
* Bird Watching

Day 1: Arrive Reykjavik and pick up car from the airport.

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Pick up the car at the airport. You will be given instructions and itinerary with the car. Visit the Blue Lagoon depending on your arrival time - it's a great chance to refresh before heading south. The Blue Lagoon is a 20 min drive from the airport.

Approx. 160 kilometres to your accommodation. If this distance is too far for your first day, please inquiry about staying in Reykjavik for the first evening.

Accommodation

3 nights in a self catering cottage -The cottages have an overall good standard, at least one well- equipped bedroom with bedside tables and wardrobe. Comfortable and tasteful furniture. Outside the cottage is a veranda with garden furniture, barbeque and hot tub/jacuzzi.

Meals Included

none

Day 2 & 3: Explore the South - Golden Circle, Waterfalls and Geysirs.

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Explore Iceland’s famous circle of wonders “The Golden Circle” with highlights such as Þingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir. Start by driving to Þingvellir National park and visit a horse farm where the children can try horse riding. Enjoy the afternoon in Slakki, an attractive small Family Zoo with the Icelandic animals and more.

On Day 2 it is ideal to visit Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir hot spring area in the morning and drive to the coastal village Stokkseyri to visit the Witchcraft museum and the family garden Töfragarðurinn. Approx. 50 kilometres

Accommodation

Self-catering accommodation

Meals Included

none

Day 4: Head North to the Borgarfjörður area.

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On your way north visit the Borgarfjörður area, Hraunfossar, even detour to Snæfellsnes peninsula. Approx. 270 kilometres

Accommodation

Local guesthouse accommodation in Borgarfjörður/Hrútafjörður area.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts

Day 5 - 7: The North - whale watching, Boiling Mud pots and hotsprings.

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Your days in the Northern Iceland can be spent according to your families age and interests. The nature baths in Mývatn area are not to be missed. You can go Whale Watching in Húsavík. There is plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, such as taking a short hike across lava fields to see boiling mud pots in Krafla area or visiting Dimmuborgir - the 'Dark Castles of Iceland' .

Your family will be amazed at the Goðafoss (Waterfall of the Gods). Approx. 315 kilometres

Accommodation

Accommodation in self catering cottages for 3 nights.

Meals Included

none

Day 8: Reykjavik

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Head back to Reykjavik, an intimate city with a big personality and some striking landmarks - stroll down to the harbour to visit the Armoury, the new concert hall, the design streets and city hall. The many outdoor swimming pools in Reykjavik are great for children. If you didn't go earlier, the Blue Lagoon is a must for every traveller.

It can also be fun visiting the Family Park and Zoo in Laugardalur. For city sightseeing we recommend the “Hop on, Hop off” bus. Approx. 100 kilometres

Accommodation

Comfortable tourist class hotel in Reykjavik

Meals Included

none

Day 9: Depart Reykjavik

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Departure day. "Flybus" departs from your hotel - please consult with the reception the day before leaving. Approx. 40 mins to the airport.

Meals Included

1 x Breakfasts