The back story 1
In-depth stories behind the list.
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The back story
Driving in Iceland: the back story
The Ring Road, the F-roads of the highlands, winter storms and the black-sand beaches: how to drive Iceland safely.
6 of the best · Reykjavík, Iceland
Driving in Iceland, Day Tours and Sea Tours from Reykjavík
How to drive Iceland safely, with the official road, weather and safety services, and the day tours and whale-watching boats that do the driving for you.
Our 6 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Reykjavík.
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The back story
Driving in Iceland: the back story
The Ring Road, the F-roads of the highlands, winter storms and the black-sand beaches: how to drive Iceland safely.
The full list: Driving & Tours, A–Z
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Roads, weather and safety 3
Check every morning.
Day and sea tours 2
Let someone else drive.
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From the Old Harbour
Elding: whales and northern lights
Whale watching and northern-lights cruises from the Old Harbour.
