Self-planned driving tour of Iceland [closed]

We've just booked tickets for a mid-May visit to Iceland. We have 5 full days so we want to visit the Golden Circle and the sites of the South Island. We've looked at booking a self-drive tour with a company that gives you a trip planner and books accommodations, but we prefer to be more adventurous and plan our own trips. So, we have a few questions:

Is it pretty easy to figure out your way around and find the sites we want to see, i.e. is signage pretty clear along the road?
It is necessary to book glacier hikes and whale watching tours ahead of time or is it possible to book upon arrival?
It is possible to wing it while we're there, or is it becoming such a popular destination that we should book everything ahead of time?
Are Airbnbs a good alternative to hotels?

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Can you self drive in Iceland?

Iceland has now lifted travel restrictions! So come and discover this land of volcanoes, glacier lagoons, and black sand beaches for yourself. Enjoy exploring at your own pace on these Iceland self-drive tours, which include accommodation, car rental, hand-marked maps and more.

Should I do a self drive tour Iceland?

Iceland is best enjoyed at your own pace, and a self-driving tour lets you spend the time where you want. With 1 week or more you can tackle the full Iceland Ring road, or spend some time focusing on the highlights in a few regions, such as the West, South Coast, remote Westfjords, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, or Interior.

Is Iceland Ring Road worth it?

Is the Ring Road in Iceland worth it? Definitely! Driving the Ring Road of Iceland is a great road trip idea. As it circles the island, you will be able to reach the different parts of Iceland (except the highlands and Westfjords).

Can you drive around Iceland in 7 days?

Because so many of our readers ask for an itinerary for Iceland's Ring Road in a week, below is an overview of a suggested itinerary. Once again, you can drive the entire Ring Road in 7 days, but I really recommend that you opt for fewer places and explore more rather than spend the majority of your time in a car.

Why You Should Do A Self Drive Tour in Iceland

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