Iceland is a complete dream nation to go to, particularly for those who’re eager on the form of journey that’s somewhat completely different from a seashore or tropical vacation. That being stated, it’s completely large (a lot larger than you would possibly suppose)! So, I wished to share our 1-week itinerary to go to Iceland that’ll allow you to alongside your means.
You see, Iceland is crammed with essentially the most dramatic pure sights and the greatest issues to do which can be dotted all throughout the island.
Not solely that, however there’s additionally a heap of scrumptious meals and yummy eating places that you just actually can’t miss. Oh, and don’t overlook to move out on one of the crucial spectacular hikes in Iceland, too. Belief me, you’re going to be spoilt for selection.
Truthfully, the panorama is like one other world! It’s so dramatic and to make issues even higher, everyone seems to be so pleasant and welcoming.
The primary time we visited Iceland, we had two foremost bases, the Blue Lagoon and Reykjavik, each of that are unbelievable in their very own proper. Although, seeing as they’re situated pretty shut to 1 one other, it was considerably restricted as you’ll be able to solely wander up to now out of your base location; even when you may have a automotive.
The following time we visited nevertheless, we had the good thing about hindsight to information us and developed a extra detailed and complete itinerary to see as a lot of Iceland as we presumably may in a single week. All give attention to the south and west of Iceland which may be a lot simpler to go to on a first-time journey.
Now, to avoid wasting to you the trouble of organising all the things from scratch, I wished to pop our full 1-week itinerary to go to Iceland. Although, if you wish to spend longer, simply take a look at a few of our different Iceland posts on some unbelievable locations all throughout the island. Have the perfect journey!
DAY 1
1.) Arrive in Iceland
Now, among the finest methods to get round Iceland is by automotive. So, after reserving your automotive, pop over to the rental centre and head out on the open highway. Though rental automobiles is usually a little pricier than different locations, they nonetheless work out less expensive than reserving particular person excursions across the island. Particularly if there’s multiple of you.
Reality be informed, a lot of the greatest issues to do in Iceland are free to see and so all you want is a automotive to get to them. We are able to’t advocate this sufficient, it’s completely price it.
Learn extra: Greatest excursions to ebook from Reykjavik
2.) Laugarvatn Fontana for a dip
That is the place they bake bread utilizing underground geothermal warmth and it’s so cool to see.
After lunch, go for a dip within the geothermal baths and check out the pure steam rooms.
Oh, and for those who’re feeling courageous sufficient, take a dip within the close by ice-cold lake. Personally, I feel you might want to give this a go at the very least as soon as. Although, it’s completely chilly. Brrrr!
Tackle: Laugarvatn Fontana, Hverabraut 1, 840 Laugarvatn, Iceland
Web site: www.fontana.is
3.) See Geysir (In Strokkur) & Gulfoss Waterfall
These two locations, together with Thingvellir Nationwide Park, all kind a part of the Golden triangle and seeing the geyser erupt is actually an impressive expertise. It’s very easy to go to by automotive and also you don’t must go on any lengthy hikes or trails to see them.
They’re completely attractive at any time of the yr! Simply remember to pack some good mountain climbing sneakers. You’ll be strolling on a lot of moist or muddy trails at occasions.
Learn extra: Greatest excursions to ebook from Reykjavik
4.) Discover Reykjavik
We stayed on the Reykjavik Residence Lodge (we booked this virtually instantly after we paid for our flights). It was additionally sensible for parking (the automotive park is sort of reverse it) and is centrally situated sufficient which you can simply stroll round Reykjavik. Although it must be stated, Reykjavik is usually a really walkable metropolis.
As soon as right here, remember to take a look at among the greatest eating places in Reykjavik and even, discover the long-lasting cathedral (and see the views from the highest) and come out on a whale-watching tour.
Learn extra: Greatest excursions to ebook from Reykjavik
5.) Drive out of town (for the Northern Lights)
You solely must drive round 30-minutes from the very centre of Reykjavik to be in full wilderness. That’s the great thing about Iceland, all this unbelievable nature is true in your doorstep.
Not solely that, however Iceland can also be a fantastic place to look at the Northern Lights, too. Now, you’ll be able to ebook a tour from town however we personally most popular to simply drive out into the nationwide park and await them to seem. This fashion, you’ll be able to spend as lengthy or as little as you need and journey completely by yourself phrases.
Do take a look at our Northern Lights images suggestions earlier than you go.
DAY 2
1.) Whale watching (Reykjavik)
We went with Particular Excursions for what turned out to be a moderately enjoyable afternoon looking for whales in Iceland. It’s an effective way to catch a glimpse of the native marine life right here and also you’ll have a fantastic few hours exploring the open ocean.
Now, it does get chilly however they’ll wrap you up within the thickest of bodysuits earlier than you allow town. Have enjoyable!
Tackle: Particular Excursions, Reykjavik’s Outdated Harbour, 101 Reykjavíok, Iceland
Web site: www.specialtours.is
2.) Keep on the Frost & Hearth Lodge
We stayed right here and completely liked it, plus they’ve a tasty dinner menu that you just actually can’t miss (which, you’ll be able to see right here)
After dinner, get your self some wine/beer and nip into one of many geothermally heated scorching tubs the place, for those who’re fortunate,
Tackle: Hverhamar, 810 Hveragerði, Iceland
Web site: www.frostandfire.is
3.) Look out for the Northern Lights (once more)
Belief me, we did this each night time as you’ll be able to’t all the time make sure on cloud cowl or if the lights are popping out to play.
Simply remember to wrap up heat, take your digicam and possibly a flask of scorching tea, too.
Learn extra: Greatest eating places in Iceland
DAY 3
1.) Stroll-behind Seljalandsfoss
It’s simply one of many best experiences to incorporate in your 1-week itinerary to go to Iceland, particularly when heading east.
Plus, that is the one one of many waterfalls on right here the place you are able to do that and it’s such a singular expertise to truly be capable to stroll behind such an enormous and highly effective waterfall.
2.) Go to Skogafoss
Not too far Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss is perched on the historic cliffs the place the sealine as soon as was. It’s completely awe-inspiring to see and completely large.
Now, if you wish to keep away from the vast majority of the crowds, head throughout right here within the early morning or late afternoon. Additionally, for those who’re visiting in Summer time, you’ll be able to simply head right here later within the night because it stays mild very late.
3.) Go on a glacier hike
The tour we had been meant to do was with the oldsters over Atarcanum however this was the one merchandise we couldn’t do in the long run because of the storm in Iceland after we visited.
They arrive very extremely really useful so I’ve no reservations in recommending them however alas, that storm meant that we’ve had so as to add this to our rising listing of the reason why we have to return to Iceland.
The glacier stroll and mountaineering base are by Sólheimajökull glacier about 28km west of Víok and 6 km east of Skógar. Simply keep in mind, If you happen to’re heading right here from Reykjavíok, it’s about 160 km and the driving time is about 2 hours.
Alternatively, ebook this Ice Cave Tour from Vik that’s completely unbelievable to go to. We had the perfect journey and it’s such a singular expertise to have while in Iceland.
Simply remember to ebook this tour earlier than arriving. Areas do promote out in peak journey occasions.
Learn extra: Tricks to expertise an Ice Cave Tour in Iceland
4.) Go to the gorgeous Dyrhólaey and Vik Seaside
The drive to the subsequent cease after it is a lengthy one and this cease is certainly an Icelandic must-do.
The coastal surroundings right here is so dramatic and nothing wanting wonderful.
5.) Examine into Lodge Laki
There’s a restaurant and bar right here so that you can have dinner and subsequently, heat your cockles by the roaring hearth.
Tackle: Efri-Víok, 880 Kirkjubæjarklausturi, Iceland
Lodge Laki is situated on Street 204. Solely 4 km from freeway no 1 simply south of Kirkjubæjarklaustur.
Web site: www.hotellaki.is
6.) See the Northern Lights
Lodge Laki, and the encircling rural areas, had been nice for seeing the Northern Lights.
You’ll be able to see the Northern Lights out of your room at Lodge Laki. Alternatively, you’ll be able to head as much as the balcony upstairs the place you’ll have an unrestricted view of the Northern Lights.
You get the place I’m going with this – the alternatives are infinite. We noticed the Northern Lights right here and it was unbelievable. Although you don’t want to remain at Lodge Laki to see them, for those who select elsewhere to relaxation your head that may work completely nice, too.
Wherever you keep, simply remember to embody some northern mild recognizing in your 1-week itinerary to go to Iceland.
Learn extra: Greatest cities in Iceland to go to
DAY 4
1.) Glacier cave hike
a glacier cave hike in Vatnajökull is fairly epic! Although, you’ll be able to simply go on different cave hikes in different areas of Iceland, too.
2.) Drive as much as Jökulsárlón
Jökulsárlón is one other wonderful sight it’s important to see in Iceland and one place that’s nice for somewhat cease earlier than you begin heading again east in the direction of Reykavik.
There’s additionally a lagoon boat tour which you can get proper from the shore edge and it’s fairly cool. Now, it’s not a whole-day kinda spot, however it’s nonetheless nicely price stopping to see the floating icebergs.
3.) Go to Geysir and Gullfoss or Höfn
In case you missed it on the primary day… or for those who simply haven’t gotten your fill of these two wonderful websites. That is nice to incorporate for those who’re heading again west.
Alternatively, if you wish to head additional west, drive and keep in Höfn that’s fairly attractive. The panorama round this space of Iceland is simply so lovely, particularly round Stokksnes.
Learn extra: Greatest hikes in Iceland
DAY 5
1.) Go Horse Driving at Hestheimar
Icelandic horses are very distinctive to the nation. You see, you’ll be able to’t import horses into Iceland and for those who export horses, they’re by no means allowed to return again to the nation. What?!?
That every one being stated, there’s no higher technique to see the Icelandic countryside than ambling round at your personal tempo on these horses.
We went horse using at Hestheimar through the tail-end of a storm! Which, I’ve to confess, made it all of the extra thrilling.
Tackle: Ásahreppur 851 Hella Ísland, Iceland
Web site: www.hestheimar.is
2.) Examine into the Blue Lagoon
We all the time spend at the very least one night time right here, and although it may be extra expensive than most different spots in Iceland, it’s a complete deal with that we love!
You not solely get to remain right here and have your personal blue lagoon (which opens earlier and closes later than the final one), however you additionally get free entry to the final lagoon, too.
Tackle: Blue Lagoon, 240 Grindavik, Iceland
3.) See the Northern Lights
Sure, once more! 😉
You are able to do this out of your Blue Lagoon lodge room balcony/patio…. and even from the Blue Lagoon itself. We did this and floated round within the Blue Lagoon within the lodge and simply watched the lights above. It was bliss and simply among the finest issues to incorporate inside our 1-week itinerary to go to Iceland.
Learn extra: Greatest issues to do in Iceland
DAY 6
1.) Spend the day the Blue Lagoon
You’ve earned the ‘down-time’ in spite of everything and there’s no higher technique to spend it than chilling at the Blue Lagoon. We spent the entire day right here and completely liked it.
2.) Dinner and music in Reykjavik
Reykjavik has such an attention-grabbing music scene and fairly good stay music spots, so it’s price checking this out. Take a wander down the ‘foremost avenue’ and also you’ll see precisely what I imply.
After an evening in town, pop to the well-known Baejarins Beztu Pylsur (scorching canine stand) that’s by the harbour. It’s change into one thing of an establishment for locals and guests to seize a fairly chew!
DAY 7
1.) Discover Reykjavik
That is your likelihood to see town at your personal tempo and keep on from the place you left off final night time proper earlier than your flight leaves from Keflavik Airport (round 30-minutes away).
Now, your 1-week itinerary to go to Iceland is likely to be full, however possibly subsequent time you’ll be able to discover some extra by driving the entire coastal highway of Iceland (see beneath).
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