This sample itinerary is based on our Classic Ring Road itinerary with detours to the Game of Thrones filming locations.
It is completely customisable to include other interests as well as filming locations for other movies and TV shows.
Day 1 - Golden Circle & The Eyrie
Iceland's famous Golden Circle is home to many Game of Thrones filming locations including the entrance to the Eyrie, parts of Arya's journey and the famous fight between Brienne and the Hound.
You will also visit the only place in Iceland used as a location for Mereen!
Detour option: Take a detour to the highlands where you can visit some other sites including the location of the village attack by the wildlings.
Optional add-ons:
Snorkelling in Silfra
Snowmobiling
Day 2 - Beyond the Wall
Continue along the South Coast where the glaciers have been used for many scenes Beyond the Wall including the Frostfangs mountain range, the Fist of the First Men and Mance Rayder's Wildling Camp.
You will also visit the black sand beaches, some of which were used as a backdrop in Season 7.
Optional add-ons:
Glacier hike / Ice climbing
ATV tour
Day 3 - Jon Snow & Ygritte
Nestled under Iceland's tallest mountain peak and in between the southernmost tongues of the Vatnajokull glacier, Skaftafell is one of Iceland's most scenic locations.
Several scenes between Jon Snow and Ygritte were shot here including the capture of Ygritte by the Knights watch, the chase that ensued and when Ygritte takes Jon to Rattleshirt.
Optional add-ons:
Glacier hike / Ice climbing
Glacier lagoon kayaking
Day 4 - The Eastfjords & Icelandic horses
Take a short break from the Game of Thrones to enjoy the drive through the peaceful Eastfjords, home to some of Iceland's most picturesque fjords. Explore the charming towns, each unique with their own special characteristics.
You also have a chance to ride the friendly Icelandic horses used in the show.
Optional add-ons:
Horse riding
Day 5 - Wildlings, White Walkers & The Cave
The stunning Lake Myvatn with its diverse landscape is the setting for many Game of Thrones scenes including the famous cave where Jon Snow and Ygritte made love, the haunted forest where Sam and Lord Mormont were attacked by white walkers and Mance Rayder's wildling camp in Season 3.
Optional add-ons:
Myvatn Nature Baths
Day 6 - Akureyri and North West Iceland
Visit Iceland's northern most town before driving through the remote landscape of North West Iceland. Visit some offbeat gems including a fortress rumoured to be a potential filming location.
Optional add-ons:
Whale watching
River rafting
Day 7 - Snaefellsnes & Kirkjufell
Drive around the magical Snaefellsnes peninsula stopping to explore the many beautiful sights including the Kirkjufell mountain which was used as a backdrop in episodes of both Season 6 and Season 7.
Optional add-ons:
Whale watching
Lava caving
Day 8 - Departure
Drive to KEF airport where you drop off your rental car before departure.
Notes:
The locations specified above are indicative. Since your exact itinerary is customised for your arrival and departure times, activities and tours you choose, and the pace of your trip; these might change.
We can of course also accommodate any preferences you have.
Here are some of the ways in which we can customise this trip:
- Add extra days to slow down the pace or enrich your itinerary with more time for activities or detours
- Cut a day or two from the itinerary to allow for reduced time or budget
- Create a themed itinerary with an emphasis on your favourite activity or interest f.e. adventure, geology, hiking, geothermal pools, birds & wildlife, cuisine, history & culture etc.
- If you want to explore more sights off the beaten path then we have a ton of great ideas!