Explore Iceland at your own pace, discovering volcanoes, hot springs, and waterfalls on a self-guided 7-day journey in your 4x4. Travel along the famous Ring Road while enjoying the freedom to venture off the beaten path for unique experiences. Embrace the beauty and adventure that Iceland has to offer!
Discover Iceland on a 7-day road trip with rooftop tent. Marvel at the volcanoes, waterfalls, geysers and other natural wonders along the Icelandic Ring Road, which is considered one of the most iconic routes of the High North. Take our road book in hand and experience an unforgettable adventure!
Iceland, known as the "land of fire and ice", is undoubtedly one of the most special places on the planet.
The vast geothermal regions and the magical aurora borealis are sure to impress! Ready to discover everything else the country has to offer?
With Iceland Nomads, you will discover all the island's highlights and hidden spots in 7 days. You will follow the Icelandic Ring Road towards the famous south coast, the mysterious north and the rugged inland. Along the way, you will spend the night in a rooftop tent at unique camping spots and you will end your road trip in the charming capital Reykjavík.
This is the overview of your 7-day road trip through Iceland. Our itinerary takes you to the most beautiful places of the country. The overnight stops are already predetermined, but during the day you can decide which landmarks you wish to visit and how much time you spend there.
You’ll be crossing Iceland in a Dacia Duster, a spacious 4x4 vehicle, capable of handling all road conditions with ease.
The car has a manual transmission and is equipped with a rooftop tent and camping gear. Everything you need for a worry-free journey is on board!
For more detailed information about the equipment and car insurances, please check the practical information section. Here are the dimensions of the double mattress (210 x 137 x 123 cm).
During your road trip, you’ll have the chance to spend each night at a beautiful campsite in nature, directly along your route, allowing you to fully relax after an eventful day.
All campsites are equipped with power outlets and sanitary facilities, and we have already reserved a spot for you, so you won’t need to worry about it upon arrival.
Iceland Nomads takes place from 09/06/2025 to 19/09/2025.
Pre-register so you can book first on 28/11 and benefit from the lowest prices and free Superflex conditions.
The basic price for this trip is €750 (excluding flights) per person, based on two people per vehicle.
The basic price includes the following:
You can add the following options to your trip:
Car insurance
Accidents do happen, so you can take out optional car insurance. More information about this insurance will be available soon.
Travel insurance
Are you looking for a hassle-free trip? You can take out a personal travel assistance insurance. to cover yourself in the event of an accident while you are away.
Cancellation insurance
Worried about having to cancel your trip at the last minute because of unforeseen circumstances? Consider taking out a cancellation insurance.
During your road trip, you have 3 culinary options:
1. Cooking in your car
Your car comes with cooking equipment, which will enable you to cook during the week. If you feel like experimenting with the local ingredients, you can go grocery shopping at several places along the way. The supermarkets we recommend can be found in the app.
2. Order a Food Pack
If you really want to make things easy for yourself, you can order a food pack in advance. It contains meals for your entire trip (3 meals per day per person), a combination of packaged food that only requires some water and canned ingredients.
3. Experience local cuisine
Would you like to experience the local cuisine? In the roadbook, you will find all kinds of nice restaurants where you can taste authentic food.
Would you like to learn more about this road trip? Then take a look at the frequently asked questions.
Looking to enhance your road trip with some exciting activities? Complete your adventure with one or more tailored to your itinerary!
Put on a drysuit, flippers and mask, and snorkel in icy waters between the tectonic plates at the Silfra fissure in Þingvellir National Park! In 2 ½ hours you will learn more about this area of Iceland thanks to our experienced guide.
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
Please note that this activity is not suitable for pregnant women or people with heart conditions and that a basic knowledge of English is required to be able to understand the instructions explained by the guides.
Discover incredible marine life on a 3-hour expedition at sea. You will board a 12-person Zodiac Hurricane boat in Húsavík to observe whales, dolphins, puffins, and other animals.
The sighting rate is 98% and you will navigate the entire coast with an experienced guide to get the most out of your expedition at sea. Meanwhile, you get to learn more about marine mammals and their habitats.
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
Please note that this activity is not suitable for pregnant women, people with heart conditions, or children under 8 years old and that a basic knowledge of English is required to be able to understand the instructions explained by the guides.
Do you want to discover Iceland in a different way? Hop on the back of a real Icelandic horse and enjoy a 2-hour ride through impressive landscapes.
Not experienced? No worries! The tour is suitable for both beginners and experts.
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
This activity is tailored to your itinerary, leaving you plenty of time to explore other landmarks during the rest of the day.
Please note that a basic knowledge of English is required to be able to understand the instructions explained by the guides.
Your trip starts in Reykjavík.
We expect you at our basecamp on the first day to pick up your car between 2pm and 6pm.
There are various options to get on site. You can, for instance, choose to use our optional shuttle service.
We only offer flights from Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, and Berlin to Reykjavík, so we recommend comparing the different flight options from your preferred airport via Google Flights.
Make sure you arrive at Keflavík Airport (KEF) and take the itinerary into account when booking your flights.
Do not hesitate to reach out to us via email if you have any questions.
Our base camp is situated in Hafnarfjörður, about a 30-minute drive from the airport.
There are 3 different ways to get there:
Iceland Nomads shuttle
Taxi
Bus
On day 1, you can pick up the car directly from our rangers at the base camp between 2pm and 6pm.
On day 8, you need to return the car to the same location by 10am at the latest.
Iceland Nomads takes place from 9 June 2025 to 19 September 2025.
Pre-register so you can book first on 28 November and benefit from the lowest prices and free Superflex conditions.
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