12 days in Iceland Itinerary

A conglomeration of several districts, Blaskogabyggd encompasses a handful of settlements totaling around 930 people in southwestern Iceland.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): take in the dramatic scenery at Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall, relax in the rural setting at Fridheimar, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin. Here are some ideas for day two: witness a stunning natural landmark at Blesi, witness a stunning natural landmark at Strokkur, admire the sheer force of Gullfoss Falls, then take in the natural beauty of Geysir, and finally admire the sheer force of Bruarfoss Waterfall.

To see maps, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Blaskogabyggd sightseeing planner.

Buffalo, USA to Blaskogabyggd is an approximately 12-hour combination of shuttle and flight. You can also fly. Traveling from Buffalo to Blaskogabyggd, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. In February, Blaskogabyggd is a bit warmer than Buffalo - with highs of 39°F and lows of 30°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can go by car to Skogar.

Take a trip to Skogar for a chance to see a picture-perfect glacier and a collection of waterfalls fed by the Skoga River.

On the 19th (Sun), take in the dramatic scenery at Gljufrabui Waterfalls, then admire the sheer force of Kvernufoss, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss.

For more things to do, photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Skogar trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Blaskogabyggd to Skogar takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. February in Skogar sees daily highs of 39°F and lows of 35°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to drive to Svinafell.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Svinafell: Vatnajokull (in Vatnajokull National Park) and Jokulsarlon (Fellsfjara, Glacier Lagoon, &more).

To find where to stay, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Svinafell day trip planning tool.

Traveling by car from Skogar to Svinafell takes 2.5 hours. In February, daily temperatures in Svinafell can reach 39°F, while at night they dip to 32°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can drive to Reykjavik.

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

Get out of town with these interesting Reykjavik side-trips: Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik) and Thingvellir (Almannagja, Thingvellir National Park, &more). There's much more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, admire the masterpieces at National Museum of Iceland, discover the deep blue sea with Dive Iceland - Diving and Snorkeling in Iceland - Day Tours, and see Off-Road Tours.

To find ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Reykjavik trip itinerary maker tool.

Traveling by car from Svinafell to Reykjavik takes 4.5 hours. In February, daytime highs in Reykjavik are 38°F, while nighttime lows are 29°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can fly back home.