Iceland Nomads – extended

10-day circuit in Iceland
  • Cross Iceland and drive along the iconic Ring Road
  • Marvel at geysers, glaciers, and black sand beaches
  • Explore hidden waterfalls and secret hot springs
  • Enjoy many of Iceland’s iconic activities
  • Sleep in your rooftop tent or campervan, surrounded by nature

Votre circuit en Islande

This 10-day Iceland itinerary takes you to the country’s most beautiful highlights and hidden gems, while giving you time to explore at your own pace.

Vehicle

Choose how you want to explore Iceland! Whatever your preference, your vehicle is fully equipped for an unforgettable stay.

Extra options

During your booking you can choose to add the following options to your adventure.

Practical information

Calendar

The Iceland Nomads road trip will take place from 17th of May 2026 until 27th of September 2026 (last departure).

You can check all the availability and book a road trip via the calendar at the bottom of the page.

If you book now, you'll enjoy the lowest prices and free ultra-flexible conditions.

Prefer to leave for a week? Check out our 7-day road trip.

What’s included?

This price includes:

  • Vehicle: fully equipped.
  • Campsites: 10 nights in unique campsites, reserved in advance for you.
  • Roadbook: complete itinerary, explanations for each day, and tips.
  • Mobile app: access to the Travelbase app with an interactive map and information.
  • Camping gear: double mattress, sleeping bags, pillows, table, and stools.
  • Cooking equipment: stove, pot, gas cooker, plates, and cups.
  • Assistance: before and during your trip.
Extra options

You can add additional options to your trip.

  • Activities: between €95 and €150 per person
  • Shuttle: €39 per person per trip
  • CO2 offset: €23 per person
  • Vegetarian food pack: €160 per person
  • Meat food pack: €165 per person
  • Damage waiver: €37 per day per car
  • Cancellation insurance: €89 per person
  • Travel insurance: €59 per person
  • Camping +: €25 per person
Taxes

During your road trip, you will need to pay certain mandatory local taxes:

  • Icelandic tourist tax

A mandatory tourist tax of €2.50 per night per person applies (that’s €25 per person in total for 10 nights). This environmental tax is imposed by the Icelandic authorities.

  • New road tax (starting January 2026)

Starting January 1, 2026, Iceland will introduce a new road tax for all vehicles. The estimated amount is about €0.05 per kilometer traveled, which is approximately €10 per day. The final amounts will be confirmed by the end of 2025.

Important: This new tax will be offset by a decrease in fuel taxes. So your total travel cost will remain similar.

Food and drinks

During your route through Iceland, you have three meal options:

  • Cook your own meals using the cooking gear provided in your vehicle and shop for local ingredients along the way (we’ll share tips for supermarkets and great food stops).
  • Opt for a food pack for extra convenience: all your meals are included, with easy and quick-to-prepare options.
  • Discover the local cuisine at restaurants we recommend in your roadbook, perfect for tasting authentic Scottish dishes.

You can also choose to combine different options. Opt for 1 foodpack to share and discover the local cuisine.

What should I bring?

We will provide you with all the camping equipment needed for the road trip. Curious about what you need to bring yourself? We’ve put together a packing list that includes all the must-haves for your adventure.

Where are you expected and how do you get there?

Your trip begins in Hafnarfjörður.

We’ll be expecting you on Day 1 between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM at the basecamp (Lava Hostel) to collect your vehicle, or at Keflavík Airport (KEF) if you’ve booked our shuttle. We recommend arriving as early as possible to make the most of your first day on the road.

Flights

We do not offer flights to Keflavík (KEF) airport.

We recommend Google Flights to compare flights.

When booking your flights, be sure that your arrival and departure times match those of your road trip:

  • Outbound (day 1): arrive before 5 PM to pick up your vehicle at the base camp
  • Return (day 11): depart during the day (you will no longer have the vehicle after 10 AM)

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

Vehicle Pickup & Drop-off

Day 1: Pick up your vehicle between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM from our rangers at the basecamp

Day 11: Return the vehicle to the same location by 10:00 AM

Iceland Nomads Shuttle

Take advantage of our dedicated shuttle for a simple and organized ride between the airport and the base camp.

Shuttle schedule:

  • Outbound: shuttle available in the afternoon (1 PM - 5 PM)
  • Return: shuttle available in the morning (until 10 AM)

You can choose the schedule that works best for you.

Other transport options

If you prefer to arrange your own transport or your flight times don't align with our shuttle:

  • Taxi: direct between the airport and the base camp (around €135 per trip)
  • Bus: the bus stop is just a few minutes’ walk from the base camp (a short walk is required).

Plan your 10-day road trip to Iceland

Iceland Nomads will take place from 05/17/2026 to 09/27/2026 (last departure).

If you book now, you’ll benefit from the lowest prices and free Superflex conditions.You can also request a personalized quote , without booking obligation.

Prefer to travel for a week? Discover our 7-day road trip.

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FAQ

Here are some of our frequently asked questions. Couldn’t find your answer? Don’t hesitate to send us an email.

What documents do I need to travel to Iceland?
  • An international passport that is valid for at least 6 months after your trip or a valid European ID card.
  • A national, European, or international driver's license.
How old do I need to be to drive in Iceland?

For your trip through Iceland , you must be at least 21 years old and have held a driver's license for 2 years to be allowed to drive a car.

What’s in the roadbook?

Our roadbook contains all the information you need for a successful road trip in Iceland.

It includes the complete itinerary, featuring all the hotspots and hidden gems that you won't find in big travel guides. The places we recommend are always suggestions: you can choose which sights to visit and how much time to spend at each.

Additionally, our roadbook also features various great spots where you can grab something to eat or drink.

What does the foodpack consist of?

Our food pack includes freeze-dried meals that only require hot water, as well as ingredients for you to cook your own meals.

We offer both a vegetarian option and an option with meat. Each pack contains three meals per person per day for the full duration of your road trip (7 days).

Please note that the food pack is not suitable for people with allergies or those following a strict diet, as it may contain traces of peanuts, gluten, and other allergens.

With how many people can you take this road trip?

Iceland Nomads is specially designed for groups of 2 or 3 people.

If you are 3, we provide an extra ground tent and the necessary camping gear (mattress, sleeping bag, and pillow), as the rooftop tent is only big enough for two people.

Want to go with more than 3 people? That's possible, but you'll need to form several small groups. Each group must register separately and will be assigned its own vehicle. Feel free to contact us in advance to check availability.

Can I do this road trip alone?

Unfortunately, our road trip is not designed for solo travelers, mainly due to the long distances to cover. That's why we recommend traveling with at least 2 people.

Additionally, prices are always calculated based on 2 people. It is possible to do the road trip alone, but in that case, you will have to pay double the base price.

What are the extra costs?
  • Icelandic tourist tax: €25 per person.
  • Road tax: around €10 per day.
  • Fuel: approximately €400 for the entire trip.
  • Food and drink: more info above.
  • Parking: in cities or tourist sites.
How does the payment process work?

Within 5 days of your registration, you will need to pay a 35% deposit to confirm your road trip. After that, you have until 45 days before departure to change your options and pay the remaining amount. If you make any changes, the deposit will be automatically recalculated.

If you haven’t opted for the damage coverage, you’ll also need to pay a security deposit before departure (more information can be found in the insurance section).

There are various payment options. Did your payment fail? There might have been an error when entering the reference number, or you may have exceeded your account limit.

Can I still cancel my trip?

You can always cancel your road trip. Here you can find the terms and conditions. Additionally, you can also rely on the Superflex cancellation conditions until 1/03/2026.

What are the Superflex cancellation conditions?

These terms are available to anyone who books early. You can use them to change your road trip to a different period within the same season (subject to availability) or cancel free of charge before 01/03/2026.

We would like to come with our children, is that possible?

You can travel with your children, as long as you don't exceed the number of 3 people per car.

From our experience, we know that with the luggage and equipment we provide (cooking gear, table, chairs, sleeping bags, etc.), it is not comfortable to travel with 2 adults and 3 children in the same car.

For the younger children, we suggest they sleep in the rooftop tent between their parents. For children over 8 years old, we will provide an additional ground tent.

Can I customize the trip to my liking?

We offer a fully planned 7 or 10-days road trip through Iceland, which means it’s not possible to adjust the duration or itinerary of the trip. However, you’re of course free to extend your trip on your own initiative.

Is there on-site support?

Upon your arrival in Iceland, you will be warmly welcomed by our on-site rangers. They will greet you and provide you with a brief explanation before you begin your 10-day road trip.

During your journey, you will find all the useful information in our app. Additionally, just before your departure, you will gain access to a WhatsApp group with all the participants leaving on the same date. In this group, you can communicate with each other, and someone from the team will also be available in case of an emergency.

Do you want to do your part for nature?

Through our partnership with Greentripper, you can offset the CO2 emissions from your trip. Your contribution goes to the certified Wildlife Cambodia project, which protects various forests and the wild animals living there. Additionally, Travelbase also contributes to every donation.
Discover everything about the efforts Travelbase is making.

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