1-Day Adventure Itinerary in Reykjavik

  • 9:00AM: Reykjavik Outventure
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Downtown Reykjavik

    Start your day with an epic adventure by joining a snowmobile tour with Reykjavik Outventure, Iceland's leading adventure company. Explore the stunning landscape and glacier views while enjoying thrilling speeds on a snowmobile ride. Experienced guides accompany you on this adventure.

  • 12:00PM: Thingvellir National Park
    40 minutes (25 miles) from Reykjavik Outventure

    Thingvellir National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a geological wonder. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, where you can walk in between them. It is also the site of the first parliament in the world, formed in the year 930 AD. Visitors can see the Alþingi, an open-air assembly where Icelandic chieftains gathered to make laws.

  • 2:00PM: Gullfoss Waterfall
    1 hour (52 miles) from Thingvellir National Park

    Gullfoss (Golden Falls) waterfall is considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland. The falls drop into a canyon that is 105 feet deep. The view of the falls is astounding, and the northern lights can be visible during the winter months.

  • 4:30PM: Reykjavik Fish Restaurant
    1 hour and 20 minutes (70 miles) from Gullfoss Waterfall

    No visit to Reykjavik is complete without having a taste of fresh seafood in one of the city's top restaurants. The Reykjavik Fish Restaurant offers a variety of dishes including its signature lobster soup, fresh salmon, cod, scallops, mussels, and more.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Reykjavik Outventure (3 hours, 35.000 ISK)
  • Thingvellir National Park (2 hours, free admission)
  • Gullfoss Waterfall (2 hours, free admission)
  • Reykjavik Fish Restaurant (2 hours, 10.000 ISK)
  • Total Estimated Cost: 45.000 ISK

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting a geothermal spa like the Blue Lagoon, or try snowshoeing on a glacier. If you have less time, skip Gullfoss to save time but not Thingvellir, which is a highlight of Iceland. It is recommended to wear warm clothing in layers and comfortable footwear, especially when out for adventures.

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