Iceland - Visiting fjords from Reykjavík in 1 day
We're travelling to Iceland early May this year. Our accommodation will be in Reykjavík, but we would like to see the fjords in the north as well (around Ísafjörður). According to Google Maps, it's more than 400 kms just to get there by car. We don't want to stay there for the night, thus we would have to drive 800+ kms that day.
How long does it usually take on the Icelandic roads? Do you think it's manageable and / or worth it? Are there any similar land features (= fjords) closer to Reykjavík?
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How long does it take to drive around the Westfjords Iceland?
Ideally, you plan at least 3 days to drive around the Westfjords region and visit its main attractions. Many roads here aren't paved yet and so this is a place for slow travelers. However, even if you only have 1 day in the Westfjords as we did, it's still worth a trip.Can you go around Iceland in a day?
The general speed limit for cars in Iceland is 50 km/h in urban areas and 90 km/h on paved rural roads. That means theoretically it would be possible to go all around the island in less than 2 days. However, this is something I highly recommend NOT to do.How do I get to the Westfjords in Iceland?
Getting To Iceland's Westfjords You can take the ferry from the Snaefellsnes Peninsula to the southern Westfjords. The ferry from Snaefellsnes Peninsula takes around 2.5 hours and costs around $45 per person, not including your car.Do you need a 4x4 for Westfjords Iceland?
For the most part, you don't necessarily need a 4x4 to travel through the Westfjords. The roads are rough in a lot of the areas, but there's only one F-Road that is off limits to regular vehicles. Campsites are regular and well-equipped, offering gorgeous views over the mountains and fjords.ICELAND 🇮🇸 10 Day Ring Road Group Trip | Ep 1 - Reykjavík to the East Fjords
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