7 Day Self-Driving Tour of Iceland for Adventure Seekers

Arrive at Keflavik International Airport and pick up your four-wheel drive SUV and head directly to the Blue Lagoon. This is the perfect spot to unwind and is only about 13 miles from the airport. Be sure to make a morning reservation to beat tour buses and afternoon visitors. After spending a few hours relaxing in the geothermal outdoor pools grab lunch at the Lava Restaurant. Dine on Fish of the Day, caught fresh from the nearby harbor in Grindvik. After lunch head to the the lively and cosmopolitan city of Reykjavik. Check in to five-star modern luxury hotel The Reykjavik Edition.

Wake up and enjoy your included Fora perk, breakfast at the hotel. Check out and drive to Grindavik for your two-hour Lava Beach ATV Tour You will ride over the Festarfjall mountain and to Seletangar beach. Then enjoy the thrills as you ride your ATV through lava and black sand atop of mountain Hagafell. Stop to get a view of the Blue Lagoon and island of Eldey. After your tour ends drive back into Reykjavik to visit the Famous Icelandic Hot Dog Stand, (try one with everything on it), view beautiful murals, and visit the Hallgrimskirkja Church.

A short 30 minute drive and you will arrive at your once in a lifetime Dog Sledding Adventure. Meet a bunch of cute dogs, spend about 45 minutes on a guided ride and enjoy petting time and pictures. After your sled ride it is time to explore. Take a self-guided tour of the Golden Circle.

After taking in the folkloric sites. Check in for your two-night stay at Hotel Ranga. Stay in one of the Master Suites, themed for Iceland, Africa or Antartica. Each one has a balcony that offers dramatic views of the Icelandic landscape and the stunning Rangá River. Press a button on your room phone to receive a wakeup call should the Northern Lights appear!

Wake up and enjoy your included breakfast perk at the hotel. Take a drive to explore Haukadalur and Geysir. Catch a glimpse of Stokkur Geysir which is erupting every five minutes. Feeling hungry, it's time for your lunch reservation at Frioheimar Tomato Farm. Eat in a cozy greenhouse among the plentiful tomato plants. Warm up with tomato soup and fresh bread. After lunch meet for your one-hour Horseback Riding Tour through the Countryside. Ride an Icelandic horse around the beautiful fairytale landscape.

Wake up and take a drive to Black Sand Beach to explore. Marvel at the ice diamonds glistening on the black sand and observe floating icebergs. Be sure to take some Instagram worthy photos. Grab a quick lunch before entering Jokusolara Glacier National Park/ Lagoon for a Cave Tour in Vatnajökull Glacier. Get picked up by a Super jeep and taken to the edge of the glacier. You will take a short hike and then explore the cave at your leisure. This icy blue cave is a must-see natural wonder. Check in to Black Beach Suites, stay in a suite facing the Dyrhólaey cliffs and ocean shore.

Start the day with drive to Skatafell Falls. Spend some time at Skatafell nature Reserve an Icelandic Oasis. Hike through the preserve and view over 30 native birds and 250 varieties of plants. Enjoy a scenic drive and check in to the Uni Hotel for the night.

After breakfast get ready for your final exciting adventure, Snowmobiling on the Eyjafjallajökull Glacier. This two-hour tour will get your heart pumping as you glide over the icy wilderness. You will have impressive views of South Iceland. Your week has been filled with activity; it is time to relax at the 360 Boutique Hotel. Unwind in the thermal baths which include an outdoor and indoor pool with warm geothermal water, a cold-water pool, a sauna room, and a massage. End your night with a "Set Dinner" a three-course dinner while enjoying a panoramic view of South Iceland. Back in your room enjoy a bottle of wine on your patio and take in one last glimpse of the beauty of Iceland before you head home tomorrow.