11 days in Iceland Itinerary

Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, effortlessly combines small-town charm with heaps of big city energy.

Explore hidden gems such as Photography Tours and Helicopter Tours. Venture out of the city with trips to Fridheimar (in Reykholt), The exhibition Quake 2008 (in Hveragerdi) and Gunnuhver Hot Springs (in Grindavik). Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sea views from Grotta Lighthouse, have some family-friendly fun at FlyOver Iceland, don't miss a visit to Þúfa, and admire the sheer force of Bruarfoss Waterfall.

To see maps, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Reykjavik trip planner.

Brussels, Belgium to Reykjavik is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time to Greenwich Mean Time is minus 1 hour. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Brussels in December, with highs in Reykjavik at 2°C and lows at -3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Svinafell.

On the 30th (Fri), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hofskirkja Church, then contemplate the waterfront views at Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Fellsfjara. On the next day, make a trip to Svinafellsjokull Glacier, then take in the dramatic natural features at Svinafell Glacier, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Svartifoss Waterfall.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Svinafell day trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Reykjavik to Svinafell takes 4.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in December, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Sat) early enough to drive to Vik.

Iceland's southernmost village, Vik, sports some of the country's wildest and most dramatic coastline.

On the 1st (Sun), stop by Wool Gallery Vik i Myrdal, then take in the dramatic natural features at Sólheimajökulll, and then examine the collection at Skogar Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some photo ops at Voyages Friendship Statue, take in the dramatic natural features at Mýrdalsjökull, then explore the striking landscape at Reynisdrangar, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Reyniskirkja Church.

To find where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Vik trip planning website.

Getting from Svinafell to Vik by car takes about 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 3°C in December, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to travel back home.