9-Day Iceland Adventure Itinerary

• Day 1: Reykjavik Exploration
  15 minutes (5 miles) from Keflavik International Airport

  Start your adventure by exploring Reykjavik. Visit the Harpa Concert Hall to admire its uniquely designed glass facade. Head over to the Hallgrimskirkja church for a panoramic view of the city. End your day at Laugardalslaug, a geothermal swimming pool and spa.

• Day 2: Golden Circle Tour
  1 hour 40 minutes (96 miles) from Reykjavik

  Drive along Iceland's famous Golden Circle, featuring the Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir Geothermal Area, and Thingvellir National Park, the site of Iceland's first parliament.

• Day 3: South Coast and Glacier Hike
  2 hours 30 minutes (127 miles) from Reykjavik

  Witness the stunning black sand beaches and powerful waterfalls along the South Coast of Iceland, including Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. Then embark on a glacier hike adventure at Sólheimajökull Glacier.

• Day 4: Vatnajökull National Park
  5 hours (250 miles) from Skaftafell

  Explore the breathtaking beauty of Vatnajökull National Park. Discover Europe's largest glacier and the park's many incredible hiking trails, caves, and stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

• Day 5: Whale Watching and Hot Springs
  2 hours 30 minutes (139 miles) from Vatnajökull

  Take a whale watching tour on a traditional Icelandic oak boat from the town of Husavik. Afterward, enjoy a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters of the Myvatn Nature Baths.

• Day 6: Akureyri and Godafoss
  1 hour (46 miles) from Husavik

  Explore Iceland's second-largest city, Akureyri, known for its vibrant culture and stunning botanical garden. Afterward, visit the Godafoss waterfall, known as the "Waterfall of the Gods."

• Day 7: Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  2 hours 30 minutes (88 miles) from Reykjavik

  Drive the scenic route around the Snæfellsnes Peninsula to witness its stunning glaciers, volcanic craters, and black sand beaches. Visit the Arnarstapi Sea Cliffs and the Kirkjufell Mountain, which has been featured in Game of Thrones.

• Day 8: Reykjanes Peninsula
  40 minutes (20 miles) from Reykjavik

  End your trip with a scenic drive around the Reykjanes Peninsula. Visit the Bridge Between Continents and witness the two tectonic plates of North America and Europe drift apart. Then visit the Blue Lagoon and soak in its rejuvenating geothermal waters.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Harpa Concert Hall (1 hour, Free)
• Hallgrimskirkja (30 minutes, Free)
• Laugardalslaug (2 hours, 980 ISK)
• Golden Circle (1 day, 20,460 ISK)
• South Coast and Glacier Hike (1 day, 24,990 ISK)
• Vatnajökull National Park (1 day, Free)
• Whale Watching (3 hours, 11,990 ISK)
• Myvatn Nature Baths (2 hours, 4,800 ISK)
• Akureyri (1 day, Free)
• Godafoss (1 hour, Free)
• Snæfellsnes Peninsula (1 day, 19,990 ISK)
• Reykjanes Peninsula (1 day, 6,410 ISK)

Total Estimated Costs: 91,680ISK ($722.35 USD)

Transportation

Most of the itinerary requires renting a car or booking a tour. Gas prices in Iceland are around 224 ISK ($1.77 USD) per liter. If renting a car, keep in mind Iceland's weather and road conditions. A 4WD vehicle is recommended, especially for the winter months.

Useful Tips

If you have less time, consider skipping the Snæfellsnes or Reykjanes Peninsula route. If you have more time, plan for an additional day in Reykjavik or explore beyond the South Coast to the Eastfjords region.

Airports

Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Iceland's main airport and is located 31 miles southwest of Reykjavik, approximately a 45-minute drive.