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Akureyri, Iceland
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7N/8D

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About this tour

8 Day Iceland tour Map Display - Ring road
8 Day Iceland tour Map Display - Ring road(Rekjavik, Selfoss, Vik, Hofn, Egilsstadir & Akureyri

8 Day Iceland tour - A Ring Road adventure in your own cab with driver

  • This 8 day Iceland tour is for those who wants to explore Iceland on their own terms and not in a group. Instead of self drive we offer private cab and Chauffeur with full comfort and premiumness. 
  • Experience a complete Iceland Ring Road journey covering the country’s most scenic and iconic regions.
  • Travel comfortably on a private tour with your own car and dedicated driver throughout the trip.
  • Explore waterfalls, black sand beaches, glacier lagoons, fjords, and charming coastal towns across South, East, and North Iceland.
  • Enjoy a well-paced itinerary designed to cover major highlights without feeling rushed.
  • Stay in comfortable hotels across Reykjavík, Selfoss, Vík, Höfn, Egilsstaðir, and Akureyri.
  • Relax while your private driver handles navigation, road conditions, and daily transfers.
  • Ideal for travelers who want a stress-free, personalized Iceland Ring Road experience with flexibility and comfort.
7 Nights / 8 Days Iceland Ring Road Hotel Stay Details
Night City Hotel Room Type Meal Plan
Night 1 Reykjavik Center Hotels Laugavegur Twin Room Breakfast
Night 2 Selfoss Hotel South Coast Double Room Breakfast
Night 3 Vik Hotel Burfell Double Room Breakfast
Night 4 Hofn Berjaya Hofn Hotel Double Room Breakfast
Night 5 Egilsstadir Hotel Valaskjalf Twin Room Breakfast
Night 6 Akureyri Akureyri Hotel Double Room Breakfast
Night 7 Reykjavik Center Hotels Laugavegur Double Room Breakfast
Explore Iceland in Private cab by Ouriceland.is. Pay in your own currency.

Included/Excluded

  • Night 1: Reykjavik - Center Hotels Laugavegur - Twin Room - Breakfast
  • Night 2: Selfoss - Hotel South Coast - Double room - Breakfast
  • Night 3: Vik - Hotel Burfell - Double room - breakfast
  • Night 4: Hofn - Berjaya Hofn Hotel - Double room - Breakfast
  • Night 5: Egilsstadir - Hotel Valaskjalf - Twin Room - Breakfast
  • Night 6: Akureyri - Akureyri Hotel - Double room - Breakfast
  • Night 7: Reykjavik - Center Hotels Laugavegur - Double room - Breakfast
  • Airport transfers in a Private cab
  • Reykjavik - Golden circle tour - Selfoss - In a private cab
  • Selfoss - South coast tour - Vik - In a private cab
  • Vik - Jökulsárlón Glacier - Hofn in a private cab
  • Hofn - Seyðisfjörður - Hengifoss - Egilsstaðir in a private cab
  • Egilsstaðir - Lake Mývatn - Akureyri in a private cab
  • Akureyri - whale watching tour - Glanni Waterfall - Reykjavik in a private cab
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • International flights

Itinerary

  • Arrival at Keflavík International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Reykjavík city centre.
  • Scenic drive from the airport through lava fields before reaching the capital.
  • Hotel check-in from 15:00 and time to relax after your journey.
  • Free time to explore Reykjavík at your own pace, visit local cafés, or take a short city walk.
  • Opportunity to see popular landmarks such as Hallgrímskirkja and the old harbour area if time permits.
  • This marks the beginning of your 8-day Iceland tour covering Reykjavík, Selfoss, Vík, Höfn, Egilsstaðir, and Akureyri.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Reykjavík and checkout.
  • Begin your Golden Circle tour, one of Iceland’s most famous sightseeing routes.
  • Visit Þingvellir National Park, a historic and scenic site where two tectonic plates meet.
  • Continue to the Geysir geothermal area to see hot springs and the Strokkur geyser erupting regularly.
  • Stop at Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most powerful and beautiful waterfalls.
  • Drive onwards to Selfoss after completing the Golden Circle route.
  • Hotel check-in in Selfoss and time to relax.
  • Evening free to explore the town on your own or enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Selfoss and checkout.
  • Begin your full-day South Coast tour with scenic drives along glaciers and dramatic landscapes.
  • Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can walk behind the waterfall (weather permitting).
  • Continue to Skógafoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most iconic and powerful waterfalls.
  • Stop at Reynisfjara black sand beach to see basalt columns and striking sea stacks.
  • Enjoy views of volcanoes and glacier-covered mountains along the route.
  • Transfer to Vík, the southernmost village in Iceland.
  • Hotel check-in in Vík and time to relax.
  • Evening free to explore the village or enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Vík and checkout.
  • Drive along the scenic South Coast towards the glacier lagoon region.
  • Enjoy a boat tour at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, sailing among floating icebergs with close views of the glacier.
  • Visit Diamond Beach, where ice pieces from the lagoon rest on the black sand shore.
  • Continue the journey towards Höfn with beautiful coastal and glacier views along the way.
  • Arrival in Höfn and hotel check-in.
  • End of the day at leisure to relax after the day’s sightseeing.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Höfn and checkout.
  • Drive through the scenic Eastfjords with beautiful coastal roads and mountain views.
  • Enjoy a stop in Seyðisfjörður, a charming village surrounded by a peaceful fjord.
  • Visit Hengifoss, one of the tallest waterfalls in Iceland, known for its unique red rock layers.
  • Continue the journey to Egilsstaðir.
  • Hotel check-in in Egilsstaðir and time to relax.
  • End of the day at leisure after a scenic drive through East Iceland.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Egilsstaðir and checkout.
  • Scenic drive from East Iceland towards the Lake Mývatn region in North Iceland.
  • Explore the Lake Mývatn area, known for its volcanic landscapes, lava fields, and geothermal spots.
  • Continue your journey towards Akureyri.
  • Arrival in Akureyri and hotel check-in from 15:00.
  • Free time to relax or explore Akureyri at your own pace.
  • Evening at leisure to enjoy cafés, harbour views, or a peaceful walk in North Iceland.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Akureyri and checkout.
  • Enjoy a 2-hour whale watching tour from Akureyri harbour with chances to spot humpback whales and other marine life.
  • Begin your drive back towards Reykjavík after the tour.
  • Stop at Glanni Waterfall for a short scenic break.
  • Continue the journey to Reykjavík.
  • Hotel check-in in Reykjavík.
  • End of the day at leisure to relax after your North Iceland experience.

  • Breakfast at the hotel in Reykjavík.
  • Checkout from the hotel as per standard checkout time.
  • Private transfer to Keflavík International Airport according to your flight schedule.
  • Comfortable drop-off at the departure terminal.
  • This marks the end of your 7 nights / 8 days Iceland Ring Road tour in a private car with driver.

Frequently asked questions

We accept Bank transfer in SGD, AUD, USD, Euro, HKD, ISK and CAD. For these currency we offer the local bank account details so there are no international payment charges to the payment. If your currency is not mentioned please share send us an email at info@ouriceland.is.

No, we donot accept card payments. 

Yes. This itinerary is operated in a private car/cab with a dedicated driver, meaning no group sharing, no fixed coach timings, and no multiple hotel pickups. The vehicle and driver remain exclusively for you throughout the journey.

The driver is an experienced professional familiar with Iceland’s routes and major attractions. While they provide general information and assistance, this is not a fully guided historical narration tour unless a licensed guide is specifically requested.

Driving times vary between 3 to 8 hours per day depending on the sightseeing route. 

Yes. All sightseeing including:

  • Þingvellir National Park
  • Geysir geothermal area
  • Gullfoss waterfall
  • Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss
  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
  • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
  • Eastfjords scenic drive
  • Lake Mývatn region
  • Goðafoss waterfall

The transfer to Akureyri harbor is private. However, the whale watching cruise itself is operated in a shared boat (standard practice in Iceland). Private charters can be arranged at additional cost.

Daily breakfast is included at the hotels. Lunch and dinner are not included, giving travelers flexibility to explore local restaurants.

Yes, the itinerary is suitable for most age groups. Walking distances at attractions are moderate and manageable. However, some sites involve uneven terrain, so comfortable footwear is recommended.

Yes. Since this is a private Iceland tour, small adjustments such as adding stops, adjusting timing, or including optional activities can be arranged in advance.

Yes, it operates year-round. Summer offers long daylight hours and greener landscapes, while winter provides snowy scenery and Northern Lights opportunities.

To book this tour kindly send us an email  on info@ouriceland.is with preferred dates and duration of tour. Also please mention the number of adults, so our team may check on availability and let you know the quotation as soon as possible. 

The Cancellation and payment policy of this tour is decided at the time of quotation being prepared. Our executive will let you know the exact cancellation and payment policy then. 

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Akureyri, Iceland

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8 Day Iceland Ring road tour with private car & driver
Erik Johansson
02/18/2026

A fantastic way to explore Iceland without the stress of self-driving.

A fantastic way to explore Iceland without the stress of self-driving. The private car and driver made long travel days easy. The landscapes changed every day, and each stop felt unique and memorable.
8 Day Iceland Ring road tour with private car & driver
Amelia Clarke
02/18/2026

Everything was seamless from airport pickup to the final drop-off.

Everything was seamless from airport pickup to the final drop-off. The whale watching tour and glacier lagoon boat ride were highlights. The hotels were well chosen and conveniently located along the Ring Road.
8 Day Iceland Ring road tour with private car & driver
Lukas Weber
02/18/2026

This was my first time in Iceland, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

This was my first time in Iceland, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The Ring Road route allowed us to see the diversity of the country. The private setup made the trip feel exclusive and comfortable.

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