7 Day Complete Ring Road Private Tour Iceland

Day 1: Reykjavik, Golden Circle and South Iceland

Your private Ring Road tour begins in Reykjavík or at Keflavík Airport. The first day introduces the journey through the Golden Circle, one of Iceland's classic routes.

The itinerary can include Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss Waterfall. Together, these three stops provide an introduction to Iceland's history, geology and natural power.

After the Golden Circle, continue towards South Iceland for the first overnight stay and the beginning of the full-circle route.

Day 2: South Coast Waterfalls, Vík and Skaftafell Area in Iceland

The second day follows the South Coast through some of Iceland's best-known landscapes. Possible stops include Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi, Skógafoss, Dyrhólaey viewpoint and Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach.

After the Vík area, continue east through lava fields, moss-covered landscapes and increasingly dramatic glacier scenery towards Skaftafell or the southeast.

This is one of the most visually varied driving days of the complete Ring Road itinerary, moving from waterfalls and beaches into glacier country.

Day 3: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach and East Fjords in Iceland

The third day includes two of Iceland's most iconic glacier landscapes: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Here, floating icebergs and glacier scenery contrast with the black volcanic coastline.

After the glacier lagoon area, continue past Höfn and into the East Fjords, where the scenery changes to quiet coastal roads, fishing villages, mountains and open sea views.

The East Fjords create a strong contrast with the busier South Coast and bring a greater sense of remoteness to the full-circle journey.

Day 4: East Iceland, Dettifoss and Lake Mývatn in Iceland

The fourth day crosses from East Iceland into North Iceland. Depending on season and road conditions, the itinerary can include Dettifoss, one of Iceland's most powerful waterfalls.

Continue to Lake Mývatn, one of Iceland's most distinctive volcanic and geothermal regions. Possible stops include Hverir, Dimmuborgir, Skútustaðagígar and Krafla.

Steam vents, lava formations, pseudo-craters and volcanic terrain make this day very different from the coastal landscapes experienced earlier in the journey.

Day 5: Goðafoss, Akureyri and Skagafjörður in Iceland

The fifth day begins with Goðafoss Waterfall before continuing towards Akureyri, the principal town of North Iceland.

Depending on the pace, there can be time for a short visit to the town centre, harbor, church, botanical garden or viewpoints over Eyjafjörður.

The route then continues west through North Iceland towards Skagafjörður, a region associated with Icelandic horses, rural landscapes and broad valleys.

Day 6: Northwest Iceland, Borgarfjörður and West Iceland

The sixth day connects Northwest Iceland with West Iceland and the capital region, travelling through countryside, mountain landscapes and agricultural areas.

Selected stops in Borgarfjörður can include Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, Reykholt or scenic viewpoints along the way.

This stage completes another important section of the Ring Road while adding a quieter and more historical landscape before the final day.

Depending on the final pace, the overnight can be in West Iceland or Reykjavík.

Day 7: Reykjavik, Reykjanes Peninsula or Departure in Iceland

The final day can be adapted to the departure schedule. Travellers may spend time in Reykjavík, explore part of the Reykjanes Peninsula or enjoy a relaxed final scenic route before transfer to Keflavík Airport.

Depending on timing and the final travel plan, this day may also accommodate a geothermal bathing stop before departure.

The flexible final day also creates useful margin after a compact full-circle journey, allowing adjustments when previous weather or road conditions have affected timing.