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Self-drive · 9 days
Westfjords, Road Less Travelled
WestSummerFrom USD 3,600 per person
Request this trip Book this journeyDuration
9 days
Region
West
Best for
Self Drive · Couples
Season
Summer
Highlights
- 01Dynjandi waterfall
- 02Látrabjarg bird cliffs
- 03Remote hot pools
- 04Snæfellsnes peninsula
Is this for you?
- Ideal for
- Self-drivers · Repeat visitors · Couples
- Pace
- Balanced
- Best months
- June – September
- Perhaps not for
- First-time visitors short on time.
The journey
Take the long road north until the map thins out and the fjords begin to hold the horizon.
A calm progression rather than a race between landmarks, with room for changing light, weather, and discoveries that cannot be scheduled.
Your route
Day by day.
- 01
Day 1
North from the capital
Follow the coast to Snæfellsnes.
- Overnight
- Snæfellsnes
- Driving
- 2.5 h
- 02
Day 2
The peninsula
Kirkjufell, lava caves and coastal walks.
- Overnight
- Snæfellsnes
- Driving
- 2 h
- 03
Day 3
Ferry to the fjords
Cross Breiðafjörður by ferry.
- Overnight
- South Westfjords
- Driving
- 1.5 h
- 04
Day 4
Bird cliffs
Látrabjarg and the red sand of Rauðisandur.
- Overnight
- Patreksfjörður
- Driving
- 2 h
- 05
Day 5
Dynjandi
The fjords' great waterfall and a remote hot pool.
- Overnight
- Ísafjörður
- Driving
- 3.5 h
- 06
Day 6
Ísafjörður
Kayak or boat to Hornstrandir's edge.
- Overnight
- Ísafjörður
- 07
Day 7
Long fjord roads
Through Ísafjarðardjúp with seal stops.
- Overnight
- Hólmavík
- Driving
- 3.5 h
- 08
Day 8
South again
Back toward the west with a stop in Borgarnes.
- Overnight
- West Iceland
- Driving
- 3 h
- 09
Day 9
Return
Drive to the airport.
- Driving
- 2 h
Included
Handpicked accommodation
Route planning and travel notes
Selected guided experiences
Dedicated trip specialist
Not included
International flights
Travel insurance
Meals unless stated
Personal expenses
Where you'll stay
Handpicked, never generic.
Final properties are confirmed with your proposal and matched to your preferences.
- Guesthouses
- Fjord-side hotels
- Farm stays
Travelers say
Sample reviews.
“We stopped feeling like tourists by day two. Every evening ended somewhere quiet that we would never have found alone.”
“The pacing was perfect for our kids. Short drives, long stops, and a specialist who answered every message within hours.”
“The road notes were better than any guidebook. When weather closed a pass, we had a new plan before breakfast.”
“We saw the aurora three nights out of six, but honestly the blue ice cave alone was worth the trip.”
Questions
Before you ask.
How do prices work?
Prices shown are a guide per person, based on two travelers sharing. Your final quote depends on dates, group size and choices.
What deposit is required?
Deposit and payment terms will be confirmed in your written proposal before you commit to anything.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms will be published once approved and are always included in your proposal.
Is someone available while I travel?
Yes. You have a direct line to your specialist and an emergency number throughout the journey.
What happens if the weather changes plans?
We monitor conditions daily and reroute when needed, so a closed road becomes a different good day.
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