Wild WestDrive
From glacier-capped peninsulas to Iceland’s wildest fjords.
The journey
Iceland's most iconic routes, at your own pace
This seven-day journey blends two of Iceland’s most spectacular regions: the diverse landscapes of Snaefellsnes and the remote beauty of the Westfjords. Begin in West Iceland among lava fields, waterfalls and powerful hot springs before exploring Snaefellsnes, often called “Iceland in miniature,” with its glacier volcano, dramatic coastlines and iconic Kirkjufell. Continue into the Westfjords, where red and golden beaches, towering bird cliffs and winding fjords define the landscape. Discover Dynjandi waterfall, the quaint town of Isafjordur and the quiet shores of Strandir. The adventure ends in Reykjavik and the otherworldly volcanic scenery of Reykjanes.
The route
Where you'll go
What makes this journey
Things you'll remember
Hraunfossar waterfalls and Deildartunguhver hot spring in Borgarfjordur
Snaefellsnes Peninsula’s coastline, lava fields and Kirkjufell
Bird cliffs at Latrabjarg and read beach of Raudasandur
Scenic fjord drives and the majestic Dynjandi waterfall
Isafjordur’s historic harbour and Isafjordur Bay
Remote Strandir coast and untouched fjord landscapes
Reykjavik city exploration and Reykjanes’ volcanic wonders
Day by day
The itinerary in detail
The lava landscape of West Iceland is home to several lesser-known sights like the Grabrok crater and Glanni waterfall, just off road 1. A detour into the Borgarfjordur area will take you to the unique Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls and Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring. The village of Reykholt on the way is steeped in saga history with a medieval centre and the oldest hot spring in Iceland. Hikers must take the road into the Hvalfjordur fjord for the exhilarating hike along a canyon and through caves to the 198m-tall Glymur waterfall.
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