Iceland at Your Own Pace – A Self-Drive Journey Through Fire & Ice

Journey overview

This route links Iceland’s most iconic “fire & ice” landscapes with quieter side roads and time to linger. Starting in Reykjavík, you’ll loop through the Golden Circle, along the South Coast and towards glacier lagoons and lava fields – returning each evening to handpicked hotels, retreats and guesthouses.

• Style: Fully curated luxury self-drive in a premium 4×4
• Driving: Realistic daily distances with scenic detours built in
• Perfect for: Couples, families or friends who like independence but want expert planning

What’s included

Every element is thoughtfully arranged so you can simply collect your keys and enjoy the road.

• Premium 4×4 vehicle with GPS / Wi-Fi and full insurance options available
• All accommodations along the route, chosen for comfort, character and location
• Daily breakfast and selected special dinners or tasting menus
• Custom PTI routebook with turn-by-turn notes, timings and suggested stops
• Reservations for key experiences such as glacier hikes, lagoon boat trips or spa visits (as requested)
• Optional final-night stay at the Blue Lagoon Retreat or similar spa hotel
• PTI support throughout your stay for adjustments, questions or last-minute ideas

Summer 2026 travel window

This self-drive can be arranged on flexible dates between late May and mid-September 2026, subject to availability along the route. Share your preferred month and we’ll propose a version of the itinerary that fits your timing and interests.

Pricing

As with all PTI tailor-made journeys, pricing depends on your final dates, group size, vehicle choice and accommodation style (boutique hotels, suites, villas, retreats). Once we understand what you’re imagining, we’ll return with a clear, itemised proposal.

Why travel Iceland by self-drive?

A self-drive lets you pause when the light is beautiful, follow spontaneous viewpoints, and enjoy long summer evenings at your own rhythm. With PTI fine-tuning the route, you’ll avoid the most crowded times at major sights and spend more time in quieter valleys, coastal villages and geothermal corners.

Travel the PTI way

Based in Reykjavík, our team has spent years designing road trips for discerning travellers. We know which drives feel relaxed, which roads are better left to super-jeeps, and where to find small restaurants and characterful hotels that don’t appear on standard maps. You focus on the journey; we handle the logistics in the background.