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Southern Iceland

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Southern Iceland is one of the country's most dramatic and accessible regions, stretching from the capital Reykjavík along the Ring Road to the glacial landscapes of Vatnajökull National Park. It's home to iconic natural wonders including the Golden Circle, the black sand beaches of Vík, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, and the vast Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. Travellers come for glacier hikes, ice cave explorations, whale watching, and the chance to witness the Northern Lights in winter. The region's well-developed tourist infrastructure makes it a favourite for both independent road-trippers and group adventures.

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Southern Iceland · 6 days

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Self-Launched Hiking Southern Iceland: Ring Road Waterfalls, Glaciers & Volcano Trails

A self-launched 6-day southern Iceland hiking adventure following the same route as G Adventures' "Hiking Southern Iceland" — Reykjavik to Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Skaftafell, Jökulsárlón, Múlagljúfur Canyon, Mt. Laki and the Brennisteinsalda hot pool. Instead of a private minibus and guided group, you'll rent a shared car or use the public Strætó bus network, stay in hostels and guesthouses, and book glacier hikes directly with certified local operators. Iceland is expensive, so this is a budget-maximised but realistic version — expect roughly half the tour price for the same landscapes.

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~£860

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