Touring Cars motorhome hire in Iceland: vans, 4x4, depot

Q: Which Touring Cars model should you choose for Iceland?

For two, on Route 1 in high summer, the Van Budget is enough for a campsite-to-campsite loop. The Van 4x4 adds traction in the shoulder season or on permitted tracks. For three or four, or if you do not drive a manual, the Medium Automatic low-profile offers four berths and an automatic gearbox.

The rental company

Touring Cars in Iceland, a Keflavík departure for the Ring Road

Touring Cars, a motorhome rental network present in a dozen European countries, has a single departure address in Iceland: Klettatröð 6, in Reykjanesbær, the municipality of Keflavík airport. The depot is hosted by Höldur (“c/o Höldur ehf”), a well-established Icelandic rental company. You therefore collect the vehicle a few minutes from arrivals, without going through Reykjavík.

The listed range has three models. Two manual two-seat vans, the Van Budget and the Van 4x4, suit couples; the Medium Automatic low-profile sleeps four and spares you from changing gear.

CoolDrive did not record any Touring Cars offer in Iceland in October 2026: price, included kilometres, excess and insurance can be read in the offers shown when you search.

Our view: a practical choice for going straight from your flight to the road, with four-wheel drive available for anyone aiming for permitted tracks. Weak points: a short range, manual-only vans, no depot in the north or east of the country and strong summer demand, which means booking early.

Rental company profile

Touring Cars in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Touring Cars suits your trip.

General information

Brand: Touring Cars · motorhome rental company present in twelve countries
Company in Iceland: Touring Cars Iceland Ehf · hosted by Höldur ehf
Listed models: Van Budget, Van 4x4, Medium Automatic · two vans and one low-profile
Seats and berths: 2 or 4 · 2 in the vans, 4 in the Medium Automatic
Transmission: Manual or automatic · automatic only on the Medium low-profile
Official website: touringcars.eu

Rental conditions

Mileage: Stated in the offer · no offer recorded by CoolDrive in October 2026
Excess and security deposit: Stated in the offer · a credit card is usually required
F-roads: To be checked · restricted to 4x4s by Icelandic law, open mainly in summer
Age and licence: Depends on the offer · minimum years of licence sometimes required
Return: In Reykjanesbær · only one depot listed in Iceland
Headlights: Always on · mandatory on Icelandic roads

Insurance and extras

Gravel and sand protection: Worth considering · common cover in Iceland, details in the offer
Interior equipment: List in the offer · kitchen, bedding and heating depending on the model

Network and availability

Keflavík: Reykjanesbær · Klettatröð 6, near the international airport
Reykjavík: About 50 km · via Route 41 from the depot
Touring Cars network: 12 countries · including Norway, Finland and Spain

The fleet

Touring Cars vehicles in Iceland

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

Campervan

Low-profile motorhome

Medium Automatic 4 4 Automatic

Branches

Touring Cars branches in Iceland

Keflavik

Touring Cars Iceland Ehf, c/o Hðldur ehf Airport

Klettatröð 6, 262 Reykjanesbaer, Keflavik

See the branch View map

Network

Touring Cars also operates in 11 other countries

Comparison

Touring Cars compared with other rental companies in Iceland

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company	Vehicles	Mileage	Best for
Touring Cars	Van Budget, Van 4x4 and Medium Automatic low-profile	Not recorded: stated in each offer	4x4 van or automatic low-profile, 1 city
GO Camper	Go SMART, Go LITE, Go BIG and Go 4x4 vans	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Wide choice of vans, including 4x4s, 1 city
McRent	Urban, Compact, Family, Comfort and EcoLine ranges	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	From vans to large motorhomes, 1 city
Camper Iceland	Thor and Tyr 4x4 vans, Idunn, Sif and Frigg motorhomes	Limited in the offers recorded	Motorhomes and 4x4 vans, 1 city
Holdur	Vans, Toyota Hilux 4x4 pick-up, Dacia Duster with rooftop tent	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Converted pick-ups and SUVs, 1 city

Our view

Touring Cars: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Touring Cars is ideal if…

You are landing at Keflavík and want to hit the road as soon as you arrive
You are travelling as a couple and a compact van is enough
You are aiming for inland tracks, if the offer allows the Van 4x4 on F-roads
You are travelling as four and prefer an automatic
You are planning a loop around the island on Route 1

Touring Cars is not ideal if…

You want to start your trip in Akureyri or the East Fjords
You are looking for an automatic van
You are travelling with five or more people
You dream of a spacious overcab or A-class
You intend to book a July departure at the last minute

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Touring Cars

F-roads: read the conditions before heading for the Highlands

The inland tracks, numbered with an F, are normally open only in summer, often from late June to September, and Icelandic law restricts them to four-wheel-drive vehicles. Even with the Van 4x4, check in the offer that the rental company allows them and find out about river crossing conditions before setting off.
Beware of the wind when opening doors

A gust can bend a door opened too quickly. Park facing the wind when possible, open with both hands and check in the offer whether this type of damage is covered. Before each leg, check the weather on vedur.is and road conditions on road.is.
Spend your nights at campsites

Outside campsites, sleeping in a motorhome is generally prohibited in Iceland, unless the landowner agrees. Many campsites close out of season: in May or October, find the ones that stay open along your route before leaving Keflavík.
Fill up without waiting

Icelandic petrol stations are often automatic and require a bank card with a PIN. In the north-east and the East Fjords, they become sparse: fill the tank as soon as the gauge drops below half, especially if you leave Route 1.
Inspect the vehicle before leaving the depot

Note scratches, windscreen chips and tyre condition, backed up by dated photos. Test the heating, useful even in summer, the fridge and the kitchen, count the crockery and save the Reykjanesbær depot’s assistance number in your phone.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Touring Cars

How much does Touring Cars hire cost in Iceland?

CoolDrive did not record any Touring Cars offer in Iceland in October 2026, so we cannot give a reliable price. Prices vary greatly between winter and the height of summer, the busiest period. Run a search with your dates from Keflavík: each offer shows the total price, mandatory fees included.

Where do you collect the Touring Cars motorhome in Iceland?

The only listed depot is at Klettatröð 6, in Reykjanesbær, the municipality that is home to Keflavík airport; the address is shared with Höldur. Allow about 50 km via Route 41 to reach Reykjavík. Opening hours and how to reach the depot from the terminal are given in your offer details.

Can the Van 4x4 be driven on F-roads?

Four-wheel drive is the legal requirement for driving the Highland F-roads, but it is not enough: the rental company decides whether its vehicle is allowed there. Read the offer’s conditions before planning Landmannalaugar or the Kjölur track, and avoid deep river crossings, as damage from them is usually excluded from insurance.

Which Touring Cars model should you choose for Iceland?

For two, on Route 1 in high summer, the Van Budget is enough for a campsite-to-campsite loop. The Van 4x4 adds traction in the shoulder season or on permitted tracks. For three or four, or if you do not drive a manual, the Medium Automatic low-profile offers four berths and an automatic gearbox.

Is mileage unlimited with Touring Cars in Iceland?

With no offer recorded in October 2026, CoolDrive cannot confirm it: the number of included kilometres is stated in each offer. A full tour on Route 1 exceeds 1,300 km, not counting detours to the Snæfellsnes peninsula or the Westfjords. So check this point before booking.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Touring Cars

4.3

818 reviews

The booking and purchasing process is very easy and fast.

Iceland · Oct 2024

Trustpilot

I recommend Cooldrive for its seriousness, its unbeatable value for money, the professionalism, and the valuable advice from Mrs. Munoz. A service without any unpleasant surprises! You can commit with your eyes closed. Thanks to them for allowing us to experience this fabulous journey on the Icelandic roads.

(anonymous)

Iceland · Oct 2022

Avis Vérifiés

Great

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Iceland · Dec 2019

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Touring Cars motorhome hire in Iceland

Why book Touring Cars with CoolDrive?

A single search shows you Touring Cars alongside the other rental companies based around Keflavík, with a total price that includes mandatory fees. You compare ranges, mileage and excesses without opening ten websites. Our experts, familiar with Icelandic conditions, help you choose the vehicle and the protection suited to your season.

What insurance should you take for a motorhome in Iceland?

Flying gravel, sand whipped up by storms on the south coast and volcanic ash cause frequent damage. Icelandic rental companies often offer dedicated protection on top of basic insurance. Details of Touring Cars’ cover and excess are given in each offer: read them with your itinerary in mind.

Can you sleep wherever you like with a motorhome in Iceland?

No: Icelandic law generally restricts overnight stays in motorhomes to campsites and land whose owner has given permission. The country has many campsites, often basic, open mainly from May to September. Find them in advance, especially if you are travelling at the start or end of the season.

Which season should you choose to travel with Touring Cars?

June, July and August offer long days and open F-roads, but also the highest demand: book several months ahead. May and September are quieter, with campsites still open. In winter, snow, ice and short days make the trip suitable only for experienced drivers, preferably with the Van 4x4.

Can you return the vehicle somewhere other than Keflavík?

Touring Cars lists only one depot in Iceland: the return is therefore normally at the departure address, in Reykjanesbær. If your plans require it, enter a different return city when searching: the search engine will show only compatible offers. Otherwise, plan a loop, which the Ring Road makes easy.

What should you check when collecting the keys?

Walk around the vehicle with the agent: windscreen, bodywork, tyres and sills, backed up by dated photos. Check the kitchen inventory, bedding and heating. Ask how to reach assistance at night and note the number, as mobile coverage can be patchy in some valleys.

About us

Hire a Touring Cars motorhome in Iceland with CoolDrive Nomad

In Iceland, Touring Cars keeps things simple: a depot in Reykjanesbær, right next to Keflavík airport, and three vehicles for different profiles. The Van Budget and Van 4x4 take two travellers, the Medium Automatic four, with an automatic gearbox. From there, Route 1 takes you to the waterfalls of the South, the Vatnajökull glaciers, Lake Mývatn or the East Fjords.

With CoolDrive Nomad, you compare these models with offers from GO Camper, McRent, Camper Iceland or Holdur, and book at the total price shown. Our experts help you decide between a van and a low-profile, choose the protection suited to Icelandic roads and match your dates to the season. To find out the price, run a search with your dates from Keflavík.

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Touring Cars motorhome hire in Iceland