The Ring Road, Privately
Overview
Route 1 circles the whole of Iceland. Driven privately and slowly, it becomes a journey through every landscape the island has: the waterfalls and black beaches of the south, the glacier lagoon, the quiet East Fjords, the craters of Mývatn and the whale bays of the north.
Your driver-guide knows which viewpoints to skip and which farm track leads somewhere better. Nights are spent in our three lodges and the best stays in between.
Season: Best June to August; possible May and September. See dates & prices.
Regions: Reykjavík, The South Coast, Vatnajökull & the Glacier Lagoon, The East Fjords, North Iceland & Lake Mývatn, Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Every landscape on the island, in one unhurried circle
Experiences on this journey
- Glacier hikingAll year, with certified glacier guides
- Whale watchingBest April to October in the north
- Geothermal bathsAll year
- Icelandic horse ridingAll year, all levels
- Private chef dinnersAll year
Sample itinerary
The Ring Road, Privately
Day by day
Season & access
Best June to August; possible May and September.
Every itinerary is private and can be adapted to your dates, pace and interests.
01
Arrival in Reykjavík
Private transfer from Keflavík. Welcome briefing with your specialist and guide, dinner in the city.Night: Reykjavík
02–03
The south coast
Waterfalls falling from old sea cliffs, the black beaches and an afternoon ride on Icelandic horses.Night: The Lava House04–05
Glaciers & the lagoon
A guided glacier hike and the icebergs of the glacier lagoon at first light.Night: The Glacier House06
The East Fjords
The quiet side of Iceland: fishing villages, reindeer country and mountains falling into the sea.Night: East Fjords country house07–08
Mývatn & the north
Craters, lava castles and steaming earth, a private whale-watching charter from the northern bays.Night: North Iceland lodge
09
Snæfellsnes
The glacier-capped volcano, lava fields and a private chef dinner by the sea.Night: Snæfellsnes coastal lodge
10–11
Reykjavík & departure
A final geothermal soak and a last night in the capital before your transfer to Keflavík.Night: Reykjavík
Where you stay
[ 63° 59′ 32″ N, 19° 39′ 19″ W ]
The Lava House
Dark concrete and glass, set low into a moss-covered lava field.
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[ 64° 00′ 59″ N, 16° 58′ 00″ W ]
The Glacier House
Suites that look straight up the ice. The south's glaciers, from bed.
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Other nights are spent in the finest available hotels and country houses along the route, chosen by your specialist.
More info
From US$18,500
per person sharing, 10 nights. Indicative; shown in your chosen currency.
Enquire about this journeyIncluded
- One dedicated specialist from first call to final night
- Private driver-guide throughout
- All accommodation as listed, in the best available suites
- Daily breakfast and the dinners listed
- Private transfers from and to Keflavík airport
- Welcome briefing in Reykjavík
- 24/7 support on the ground
- Private whale-watching charter
- Guided glacier hike
Not included
- International flights (we are happy to advise)
- Travel insurance (required)
- Gratuities and personal expenses
To verify before launch
- Seasonal road conditions
- Whale-watching season
