11 days in Iceland Itinerary

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Fly
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Reykjavik
— 3 nights
Drive
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Geysir
— 2 nights
Drive
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Hella
— 1 night
Drive
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Vik
— 3 nights
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Bus to Reykjavík, Shuttle to Reykjavik Keflavik Nas, Fly to New Delhi

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Reykjavik — 3 nights

Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, effortlessly combines small-town charm with heaps of big city energy.
Change things up with these side-trips from Reykjavik: Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik) and Viking World (in Keflavik). The adventure continues: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, admire the masterpieces at Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar), get engrossed in the history at Saga Museum, and explore and take pictures at Reykjavik Open Air Museum.

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New Delhi, India to Reykjavik is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time (IST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 5.5 hours. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from New Delhi in April; daily highs in Reykjavik reach 7°C and lows reach 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Geysir.
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Geysir — 2 nights

Geysir tourism revolves around a famed geyser, which goes from very calm to extremely volatile depending on the subterranean seismic activity at the time.
On the 10th (Sun), take in the natural beauty of Strokkur.

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You can drive from Reykjavik to Geysir in 2 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and taxi. In April, daily temperatures in Geysir can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. On the 11th (Mon), you're off to Hella.
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Hella — 1 night

Hella is a small town in southern Iceland on the shores of the river Ytri-Rangá and has, as of 2011, 781 inhabitants.Hella is situated to the east of Reykjavík on the Hringvegur (Route 1) between Selfoss and Hvolsvöllur.OverviewThe name of the town comes from caves near the river. On the 12th (Tue), trot along with Hekluhestar and then trot along with Hestheimar Riding Tours.

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Traveling by car from Geysir to Hella takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Hella are 6°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Vik.
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Vik — 3 nights

Iceland's southernmost village, Vik, sports some of the country's wildest and most dramatic coastline.
Go for a jaunt from Vik to Skogar to see Seljavallalaug about 46 minutes away. There's much more to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Black Sand Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Reyniskirkja Church, delve into the distant past at Rutshellir Cave, and make a trip to Solheimasandur Plane Wreck.

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You can drive from Hella to Vik in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April in Vik, expect temperatures between 6°C during the day and 3°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.
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Waterfalls · Spas · Churches
Land of Fire and Ice
Experience the drama of this mountainous island in the North Atlantic, from glacial rivers to rushing waterfalls and geothermal hot spots. Iceland's cities, like its capital Reykjavik, are home to passionate natives who honor their Icelandic culture and history. Venture from the cities to experience the country's most powerful attraction: its breathtaking landscapes. Take a trip to one of the island's renowned national parks, see the effects of volcanic activity, and go for a dip in one of its many lakes. A haven for outdoor recreation, you can glacier hike, whitewater raft, and swim in natural pools.
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