Planning a short trip to Iceland? This 3-day self-drive itinerary covers the Golden Circle and South Coast, with realistic driving times, waterfalls, black sand beaches, geothermal stops, where to stay, and tips for making the most of a quick Iceland road trip.

Planning to drive Iceland’s Golden Circle? This detailed self-drive guide covers Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Faxi, and Kerið, with realistic driving times, parking costs, how long to spend at each stop, and which stops are actually worth your time.