ACCOMMODATIONS Lambastaðir Guesthouse (Day 1) Lambastadir Guesthouse is a new, quiet and modern, family- owned farm holiday guesthouse. Enjoy free wireless internet access and the geothermal outdoor hot tub filled with warm natural water, excellent for relaxing at the end of the day. All rooms have a private bathroom and shower. Walk around and visit all the farm animals sheep, horses, geese, ducks, rabbits and chickens. 4.5 out of 5 Tripadvisor and 9.3 Superb booking.com ratings.
Sólheimahjáleiga Guesthouse (Day 2) The farm guesthouse is a tranquil and typical Icelandic farm in the Mýrdalur region and an established family business offering accommodations for visitors for over 30 years. The same family has lived at Sólheimahjáleiga since 1850 with farm cattle, sheep, horses and chickens. Guests are more than welcome to get to know the farm just ask your hosts to show you around. The property includes a lounge, dining area, large terrace and free Wi- Fi. Rooms offer modern décor and views of Sólheimasandur Beach. 4 out of 5 Tripadvisor and 8.8 Excellent booking.com ratings.
Hali Country Hotel (Day 3) Hali Country Hotel is located on the farm Hali in the South East of Iceland. On the property are a historical museum, restaurant serving homemade dishes based on local produce, farm animals (35 cows and 120 sheep), and extensive aquaculture with the farming of arctic char. Since 1860 the farm has been owned by the same family. The rooms are bright with large windows with views of the Atlantic ocean in the south, the great mountains to the north or Vatnajökull glacier to the west. All rooms have free Wi- Fi access, flat screen TV, floor heating, and private bathroom with shower. 4.5 out of 5 TripAdvisor and 8.7 Excellent booking.com ratings.
Hótel Eyvindará (Day 4 & 5) Hotel Eyvindará is a cozy inn nestled in the peaceful forests of East Iceland. This family- run hotel enjoys a countryside location located in a beautiful wooded area just outside the town of Egilsstaðir. Described as a shelter in the forest by its owners, Hotel Eyvindará possesses all the comforts a traveler needs for a relaxing and restorative retreat in the Icelandic countryside. A large veranda attached to the main building offers great views over the Hérað region and Egilsstaðir. The on- site restaurant emphasizes fresh ingredients for its meat, fish and vegetarian dishes. The rooms come with a private bathroom including shower, sink and toilet. There is free WiFi access throughout the property and two brand- new, luxurious hot tubs were added in September 2015. 4 of 5 star TripAdvisor and 8.5 very good booking.com ratings.
Sel Hótel Mývatn (Day 6 & 7) The hotel is located by Lake Myvatn with magnificent views of the lake and the Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters (formed by gas explosions when boiling lava flowed over the wetlands), which are a few minutes walk away. The property has a sauna and hot tub, and free high- speed Wi- Fi in common areas and in all private rooms. All the rooms are beautifully furnished with solid mahogany and have a bathroom, telephone and TV. 4 of 5 star TripAdvisor and 8.5 very good booking.com ratings.
Hótel Óðinsvé (Day 8 & 9) Hótel Óðinsvé is a four- star boutique hotel located at the charming and quiet Óðinstorg square in a residential area in downtown Reykjavik. The decor reflects a Nordic ambiance and offers a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. The hotel prides itself on offering an impeccable service with emphasis on comfort and personal attention. The hotel has a terrace, cafe bar, restaurant, and 2nd floor balcony offering city views. Reykjavik s main shopping street, Laugavegur, is just 650 feet from Odinsve Hotel. All rooms have hard wood floors and high- quality beds, duvets and pillows. Rooms also offer complimentary coffee and tea, free wireless internet connection, satellite TV, radio, telephone and hair dryer. 4 out of 5 star TripAdvisor and 8.5 very good booking.com ratings.