4-Day Adventure in Iceland: Reykjavik to Golden Circle and Beyond

Day 1: Reykjavik Exploration

Reykjavik, Iceland on June 22, 2025

9:30am

Breakfast at Brauð & Co.

Start your day with delicious Icelandic pastries and fresh coffee at this popular bakery located in central Reykjavik.
ISK1200, 1h0m

10:30am

Hallgrímskirkja Church

Visit Reykjavik’s iconic cathedral and take the elevator to the viewing tower for panoramic city views.
ISK1000, 1h0m

11:45am

Reykjavik City Walk

Explore the city center on foot including the Harpa Concert Hall and scenic waterfront, learning about local culture and history.
Free, 1h30m

1:15pm

Lunch at Icelandic Street Food

Enjoy traditional Icelandic dishes such as lamb soup and fish stew in a cozy casual setting.
ISK2000, 1h0m

2:30pm

National Museum of Iceland

Discover Iceland's history and heritage with fascinating exhibits ranging from Viking artifacts to modern times.
ISK2000, 2h0m

5:00pm

Dinner at Messinn

Savor fresh seafood dishes featuring Icelandic fish in a well-rated restaurant known for its cozy atmosphere and excellent service.
ISK4000, 1h30m
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Day 2: Golden Circle Tour

Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Iceland on June 23, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel or local café

Fuel up early for the day's tour with a hearty Icelandic breakfast including rye bread and cheese.
Included or ISK1500, 0h45m

8:30am

Þingvellir National Park

Start the Golden Circle at the UNESCO World Heritage site, where you can see the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and historic Althingi parliament site.
Free, 2h0m

11:00am

Geysir Geothermal Area

Witness the Strokkur geyser erupt every few minutes and explore other bubbling geothermal features.
Free, 1h0m

12:15pm

Lunch at Geysir Center

Enjoy Icelandic lamb soup or sandwiches at the visitor center restaurant.
ISK2200, 1h0m

1:30pm

Gullfoss Waterfall

Marvel at one of Iceland’s most famous and powerful waterfalls cascading in two stages into a rugged canyon.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

Secret Lagoon Relaxation

Unwind in this natural geothermal hot spring with warm pools surrounded by native wilderness.
ISK3500, 1h30m

6:30pm

Dinner in Reykjavik at Grillmarkaðurinn

Experience Icelandic modern cuisine focusing on local ingredients like lamb and seafood in an elegant setting.
ISK6000, 1h30m
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Day 3: South Coast Adventure

South Coast, Iceland on June 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast to-go from Reykjavik Bakery

Grab quick pastries and coffee before an early start to the south coast.
ISK1200, 0h30m

8:00am

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Visit the famous waterfall where you can walk behind the cascading water for incredible perspectives.
Free, 1h0m

9:30am

Skógafoss Waterfall

Next, enjoy one of Iceland’s biggest waterfalls with a staircase leading to viewing platforms above the fall.
Free, 1h0m

11:00am

Lunch at Gamla felli

A rustic restaurant nearby offering local dishes and homemade cakes with a cozy atmosphere.
ISK2500, 1h0m

12:30pm

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Explore the remarkable black sand beach with basalt columns and powerful sea stacks towering offshore.
Free, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Dyrhólaey Peninsula

Take in breathtaking cliff views of the Atlantic Ocean and birdwatch puffins if in season.
Free, 1h0m

4:00pm

Return to Reykjavik

Drive back to Reykjavik for your last evening in the city.
Fuel and toll approx ISK2500, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Sjávargrillið

Enjoy fresh seafood with Icelandic flavors in this highly-rated and atmospheric seafood grill restaurant.
ISK5500, 1h30m
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Day 4: Blue Lagoon & Departure

Grindavík, Iceland on June 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a light breakfast at your accommodation before heading out.
Included, 0h45m

9:00am

Blue Lagoon Spa

Relax in the famous geothermal spa known for its milky blue waters and silica mud masks. Book your slot early as it opens at 8am and is best experienced in the morning before crowds.
ISK7500, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Blue Lagoon Lava Restaurant

Dine overlooking the lagoon with modern Icelandic cuisine focussing on local and sustainable ingredients.
ISK5500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Drive back to Reykjavik

Return to Reykjavik to prepare for departure or continue exploring if time allows.
Fuel approx ISK2000, 0h45m

3:00pm

Optional last stroll or souvenir shopping in Reykjavik

Take a final walk around the city center and visit local craft shops for souvenirs.
Varies, 1h0m
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