13 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 (Sat): witness a stunning natural landmark at Strokkur, take in the dramatic scenery at Gullfoss Falls, and then witness a stunning natural landmark at Blesi. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic scenery at Haifoss, relax and rejuvenate at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Bruarfoss Waterfall.

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Madrid, Spain to Blaskogabyggd is an approximately 9.5-hour combination of flight and bus. Traveling from Madrid to Blaskogabyggd, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Madrid in June, expect nights in Blaskogabyggd to be a bit cooler, around 9°C, while days are cooler, around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Mon): take in the dramatic scenery at Gljufrabui Waterfalls, then take an in-depth tour of Skogar Museum, and then admire the sheer force of Skogafoss.

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You can drive from Blaskogabyggd to Skogar in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In June in Skogar, expect temperatures between 12°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Hofn.

Höfn or Höfn í Hornafirði is an Icelandic fishing town in the southeastern part of the country. Change things up with these side-trips from Hofn: Flaajokull Glacier (in Skaftafell) and Jokulsarlon (Fellsfjara, Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon, &more). And it doesn't end there: get outside with Outdoor Activities, try out the rides at Hofn Swimming Pool, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and test the waters at Hoffell Hot Tubs.

For reviews, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Hofn trip itinerary builder tool.

Getting from Skogar to Hofn by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. In June in Hofn, expect temperatures between 13°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Reykjahlid.

Reykjahlid vacations include many outdoor activities.

On the 23rd (Fri), contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Myvatn and then take in the natural beauty of Mývatn Nature Baths. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the dramatic natural features at Mt. Namafjall (Namaskard), explore the striking landscape at Hljooaklettar, then take in the dramatic scenery at Dettifoss Waterfall, and finally go for a walk through Viti Crater.

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Traveling by car from Hofn to Reykjahlid takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. June in Reykjahlid sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Reykjavik.

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

Explore Reykjavik's surroundings by going to Thingvellir (Galgaklettur, Thingvellir National Park, &more) and Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik). Spend the 27th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hallgrimskirkja, pause for some photo ops at Sun Voyager, cast your line with a fishing tour, and look for gifts at Listvinahusid.

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Fly from Reykjahlid to Reykjavik in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. June in Reykjavik sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.