Road trip around Iceland during the solar eclipse starting and finishing in Reykjavík

Iceland
Vanlife
Experience

4 → 13 Aug 2026

More dates available for private groups

Overview

Vanlife road trip in the most spectacular scenery on Earth. The oceanside lounge, the volcano view bedroom and the geothermal river in the backyard are parts of the standard equipment, and the cherry on top: the solar eclipse. The best GPS, our tour guide with impressive local knowledge navigates you through the wonders of the island.

Duration

10 days / 9 nights*

Location

A magical roadtrip around Iceland starting and finishing in Reykjavík

Vanlife package

10 day rental of fully equipped 2 person campervan with heating and complete camping equipment

Meeting point

Reykjavík – Keflavík International Airport (KEF)

Accommodation

9 nights in fully equipped 2 person campervans

Price

From €2,890 / person

*The duration of the trip lasts from meeting at Reykjavík – Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF) until the flight home from the same airport.

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Description

Iceland is one of the world’s most incredible destinations, largely due to its jaw-dropping natural landscape. It has everything from lava fields to glaciers. In 2026, nature tops it all off with a total solar eclipse, which will be best visible from Iceland in the world.

However, visiting all the sights could take months and cost a fortune. How can you possibly decide what’s worth seeing when there are so many things to choose from like volcanos, geysers, waterfalls, hot water springs, basalt columns, huge crevices, glaciers, lagunes, and mud pools, and when several months wouldn’t be enough to see it all? Where should you book your stay and what should you eat in a country where a bed in a hostel can cost 100 euros a night? What is the best time of year to go so the inclement weather doesn’t ruin your plans? You’ll definitely need some expertise to help you with those questions.

GoBeyond’s answer to these tricky questions is a campervan tour of Iceland. The tour is organized by a tour guide who jam packs the itinerary with the absolute must-see sights, hidden gems and finds the best place on the island to watch the solar eclipse.

The campervan is a transformed minibus with heating, a table, chairs, a basic kitchen, a bed and bedding. By going with a campervan, you’ll get the spontaneity and adventure of backpacking, while also enjoy the comfort of a hotel stay. There’s always a place you can escape to when you need a moment, and you’ll have a warm bed to sleep in at the end of a long and exciting day.

It’s important to stay flexible when travelling in Iceland. Your tour guides keep an eye on the weather forecasts, and things can always be adapted if rain clouds make the existing plan tricky. In a country where it rains almost every day, the best kind of tour is one that can escape the clouds at a moment’s notice. In Iceland, forward thinking and planning are super important, when it comes to keeping the reins on our budget too. One of the ways we keep the cost of our tour affordable is by shopping local ingredients together and cooking meals on our campervan’s grill. Surprisingly, there are some things in Iceland, which are actually cheaper than in other parts of the world. These include world-class lamb hearts, cod, crustaceans, lamb, and beef. Forget that old stereotype of fermented shark meat!

Tour Package

Iceland Vanlife Experience

from €2,890

4 → 13 Aug 2026

More dates available for private groups

Included in the price

10 days compact 2-person camper van rental (with manual transmission)

Campervan insurances (CDW, self risk up to €3,500)

Full camping equipment

GoBeyond tour guide with extensive local knowledge

Camp sites and accommodation throughout the whole trip

Optional extras

Add extra insurance to travel more safely
From €25 / day

Upgrade your vehicle to meet your needs.

Upon request, the GoBeyond team will book the best available flight tickets for you. The handling fee is based on the price of the ticket:
– under €1,000: €30
– above €1,000: €50

If you need a visa – determined by your nationality – and you want us to arrange it for you, the administration fee is €35

Further expenses

Plane tickets to and from the meeting point – Reykjavík – Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF)

Travel insurance

Fuel

Entrance fees (wellness, bath, etc.)

Personal expenses

Food and drinks

Details

Activities & sights

We visit all the major sights in Iceland and thanks to our seasoned guide, we also check out some non touristy hidden gems. Just to mention a few: geysers, bubbling mud-springs, pitch-black beach covered by lava sand, lava tunnels, seals, puffins in their natural habitat, thermal baths with beautiful blue water, super-active volcanic valleys, full of sulfurous eruptions, local craft beers in Reykjavík are all on the menu. As the highlight of our tour, we get to witness a unique natural phenomenon - the total solar eclipse - from the best viewing spot in the world. The sun may go dark, but the experience stays with us forever.

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All vans are fully equipped and fit 2 people. They all have the following equipment: gas stove + gas cylinder, cooking and kitchenware, space to store food, linen, duvets and pillows, modern heating system, table + two chairs.

Changeable, 9-15 ºC during the day, wind, rain, sunshine (anything can happen), 2-8 ºC in the night.

On August 12, 2026, we will witness a rare celestial event: a total solar eclipse will darken parts of Europe - something that last occurred in 1999. Iceland is an especially ideal location, as it offers the longest duration of totality. While the partial eclipse will be visible from much of Europe, North America, and Africa, the full phenomenon can only be experienced within a narrow geographical path. During a solar eclipse, the Moon moves precisely between the Earth and the Sun, covering the solar disc while the Sun’s corona and nearby stars become visible - a few minutes of darkness that create an unforgettable sight.

You need travel insurance that is valid in Iceland. You can contact us and we are happy to recommend the most suitable one. You don’t need to worry about the insurance of the vans, this is covered by GoBeyond.

Besides visiting restaurants and getting a real taste of the Icelandic cuisine, we also shop for local ingredients and cook meals on our campervan’s grill.

In total we travel approx. 2000 km with a daily distance ranging from 120-380 km. Iceland has very good quality concrete roads all along the trip.

To one trip we can welcome a maximum of 24 guests at the same time (12 vans). Solo travelers, groups of friends and couples are all welcome.

We make high-quality content in all our camps. You will receive the photos after returning home to remember all the amazing memories.

Depending on spending habits your budget for the trip should range from €700-1000. For reference, a meal in a restaurant is between €40-50, petrol for the trip will be approx. €300-600, entry to thermal bath is ~€40 in Mývatn – this is an optional program for the trip.

Thanks for the organisation! We had a great time and the weather kept us going! Go beyond!

Matthew

My favourite thing was that we got to drive around the whole island in the cars. The guides were fantastic! The fact that we even went back to the geyser as a group in the sunny weather was +10 points!

Esther

We really liked how the guides adapted the itinerary to the weather. There was plenty of time to take photos and look around and just enough information about the places. The pace of the tour was also good and there was always a choice of going up, not going up, etc. I can’t think of anything that needs to be changed.

Peter

Travelling around Iceland in a camper van was a fantastic experience. We had no problems with anything except the plane ticket, the agency took care of everything from programmes to accommodation to insurance. I would recommend this trip to anyone.

Linda

We had a fantastic 8 days in Iceland. Our guides showed us beautiful places and natural wonders. We made many new stories and friends along the way. I would recommend it to anyone who doesn’t mind a bit of cold, with Klaudia and Mesi you will have a great experience! P.S. Don’t forget your raincoat!

Adam

Program

10-day itinerary

Arrival at Keflavík Airport, pick up the cars.

We spend the first night in a campsite near Reykjavík.

We visit the highlights of the Golden Circle, including Thingvellir National Park, the Gullfoss waterfall, and the unique Geysir - the very first geyser ever discovered, after which all the world’s geysers were named.

From there, we head south and stop at several of the region’s well-known waterfalls like Skógafoss, which we explore inside out.

Distance: 268 km

In the southern part we check the most famous sightseeing spots of Iceland, like the basalt columns at Reynisfjara on a pitch-black beach covered by lava sand.

After lunch we stop in Vík before heading to Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon.

Distance: 180 km

We get a closer look at the glaciers and admire the icebergs drifting in the ocean while seals play in the water.

In the second half of the day, we follow the long, winding roads that lead through the fjords, and we spend the evening in this breathtaking region.

Distance: 257 km

We hike through the fjords to a magical canyon, then continue our journey north, where we end the day visiting Europe’s second most powerful waterfall.

Distance: 279 km

There is no end to the sights in this area. We head toward Hverir, an active volcanic valley filled with sulfuric eruptions.

We can find the world’s largest geothermal power plant here, located next to a cooled lava field. During the day, we explore a crater from the inside and have the chance to relax in the beautifully opal-colored water of a thermal bath.

In the evening, we sleep at a campsite on the shores of Lake Mývatn.

Distance: 110 km

We continue our adventure in the northern region, making our way through lava fields, visiting a waterfall, and spending the evening in Akureyri.

Distance: 116 km

We start the day with a short sightseeing walk, and anyone who wants can join a whale-watching boat tour.

Then we visit a canyon, and explore the town of Stykkishólmur in the evening, where we also spend the night.

Distance: 364 km

We explore the beauty of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and in the afternoon we watch the solar eclipse from here.

We spend the evening in the Reykjavík area.

Distance: 261 km

Before the flight departs, we explore Reykjavík or, for those who prefer, visit a thermal bath.

Then we head to the airport to return the campervans, say our goodbyes, and travel home with lifelong memories.

Distance: 95 km

The program is subject to change at any times. The final itinerary depends on current weather conditions and the group’s skills and stamina.

Our guides

Mesi

Travel Expert

A huge fan of the northern countries, a passionate snowboarder and an enthusiastic tour guide for our outdoor camps. There’s no trip she wouldn’t gladly join.

Norbi

Travel Expert

Norbi is a constantly curious world wanderer. He is most content and happy when he’s outdoors.

Alexa

Tour Guide

A huge sports enthusiast, whether it’s board sports, horseback riding, or yoga—which, by the way, she loves to teach. If anyone embodies body awareness, it’s definitely her.

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Booking

Secure your spot with a deposit & travel contract

Plane tickets & visa arrangement if needed

Typically 1-2 months before departure

Second Instalment

30 days before departure

FAQ

Not at all. There are always people who come alone, so you can be sure that you’ll make new friends!

Every van needs to have one driver with a normal driving license, he or she needs to have good driving skills. Driving the van is the same as driving a large car also if needed assistance will be provided by our guides in eventual tight spots or when parking.

You can expect very changeable weather, 8-13 ºC during the day, wind, rain, sunshine (anything can happen), 2-8 ºC in the night. We recommend bringing at least 2 sets of outdoor clothing, wind and waterproof clothing and footwear is a must. You should always have extra layers in your backpack during small hikes the weather can change very quickly. Our guide qualifies as a kind of a weather specialist, so she will do everything to stay out of rain, but as the Icelandic saying goes “ there is no such thing as bad weather, only inadequate equipment”.

Although our tour guide is not a natural-born Icelander, but knows the country inside out: a nature enthusiast is a massive fan of Icelandic history and culture. She is prepared for every question and always has a Plan B if nature changes the itinerary.

Fully equipped cozy campervans for 2 people.

The local currency is the Icelandic króna (ISK). There is no need to change money at all, there are several ATMs. Actually in whole Iceland paying by card is the most popular method, in fact there will be several places where you can only pay by card.

For Iceland most nationalities don’t need a visa.

Important parts of Icelandic cuisine are lamb, dairy, and fish. We eat in some restaurants but mostly we go shopping and prepare food in the vans and have grill parties at the campsites.