Begin the day by exploring Reykjavik, the capital city of Iceland. Check out the Hallgrimskirkja Church and ascend to the church's tower to get a panoramic view of the city. Take a stroll along the Laugavegur shopping street and stop at a local café for some Icelandic speciality pastries. End the day by relaxing and taking a dip in the Laugardalslaug geothermal pool.
Head towards the famous Golden Circle Tour, which includes the Thingvellir National Park, Geysir and Gullfoss waterfall. At Thingvellir National Park, go snorkeling in the breathtaking Silfra Fissure. Experience the natural phenomenon of Geysir which erupts every few minutes. At Gullfoss Waterfall, hike around the area to witness the stunning waterfall from different angles before returning to your accommodation.
Drive to the famous Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, which has an impressive 60-meter drop. Hike to the top of the waterfall and experience a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. Take a stop at the Skogafoss waterfall before ending your day at the Black Sand Beach at Vik.
Start the day early and drive to the Vatnajökull Glacier. Experience the various glacier-based activities such as ice caving, glacier hiking, or even a snowmobile tour. End the day by relaxing in the Blue Lagoon Spa.
Visit the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where you can encounter icebergs and watch seals bask in their natural habitat. Take a boat tour around the lagoon and catch close-up views of the magnificent glacier. End the day by viewing the renowned Northern Lights from one of the prime viewpoints suitable for forecasting.
Drive to the Skaftafell Glacier and enjoy the various glacier-based activities such as ice climbing, glacier walk, or taking a jeep tour across the glacier. Take a stop at the Diamond Beach and encounter pieces of glacier right next to you. End the day by driving back to Reykjavik.
Consider renting a car to explore Iceland at your own pace. A standard car rental costs around 7600 ISK per day. Bus tours are also available if driving is not preferred. The cost of bus tours varies depending on the tour package.
Estimated total travel time without including activity time is approximately 27 hours. Expect a total travel cost of around 45600 ISK (Approx. $356 USD) for petrol/gas fuel.
If you have more time, you can include activities such as horseback riding, whale watching, or exploring the Westfjords. If you have less time, consider removing activities such as the Blue Lagoon and Skaftafell Glacier activities.
The main airport in Iceland is the Keflavik International Airport (KEF) which is located in the town of Keflavik, approximately 31 miles from Reykjavik city center.