13 days in Iceland Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Tue): boost your wellbeing at Blue Lagoon. On your second day here, pause for some photo ops at Sun Voyager, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hallgrimskirkja, and then take in panoramic vistas at Perlan.

To find maps, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Reykjavik trip planning site.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Reykjavik is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Israel Standard Time (IST) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 2 hours. In October, Reykjavik is colder than Tel Aviv - with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Hella.

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 13th (Fri), admire the sheer force of Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall, admire the sheer force of Gljufrabui Waterfalls, then admire the sheer force of Skogafoss, and finally make a trip to Solheimasandur Plane Wreck.

For ratings, maps, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Hella vacation builder tool.

Traveling by car from Reykjavik to Hella takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Fri) early enough to drive to Vik.

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

On the 13th (Fri), add some entertainment to your itinerary with Lava Show and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Reyniskirkja Church.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read Vik trip planning site.

You can drive from Hella to Vik in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 8°C in October, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Sat) to allow time for the car ride to Svinafell.

On the 14th (Sat), explore the wealth of natural beauty at Skaftafell National Park and then pause for some serene contemplation at Hofskirkja Church.

For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read Svinafell trip planner.

Getting from Vik to Svinafell by car takes about 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 9°C in October, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can go by car to Jokulsarlon.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sun): explore the activities along Glacier Lagoon and then enjoy the sand and surf at Diamond Beach Jokulsarlon.

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Traveling by car from Svinafell to Jokulsarlon takes an hour. In October, daily temperatures in Jokulsarlon can reach 9°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 15th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Egilsstadir.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sun): trot along with Fell Horse Rental and then take in nature's colorful creations at Petra Stone Collection.

For ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Egilsstadir trip builder app.

Traveling by car from Jokulsarlon to Egilsstadir takes 4 hours. In October, plan for daily highs up to 8°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can drive to Reykjahlid.

Reykjahlid vacations include many outdoor activities.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Tue): admire the sheer force of Dettifoss Waterfall, explore the striking landscape at Mt. Namafjall (Namaskard), then take in the dramatic natural features at Dimmuborgir Lava Formations, and finally explore the activities along Lake Myvatn.

To see reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Reykjahlid driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Egilsstadir to Reykjahlid in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Reykjahlid can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can go by car to Akureyri.

Often referred to as Iceland's second city, Akureyri offers an array of cultural attractions in a scenic setting.

On the 18th (Wed), take in the pleasant sights at Husavik Yellow Lighthouse and then admire the sheer force of Goðafoss Waterfall. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in nature's colorful creations at Akureyri Botanical Garden and then explore the striking landscape at Hvitserkur.

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Traveling by car from Reykjahlid to Akureyri takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October in Akureyri, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Borgarnes.

Borgarnes is a town located on a peninsula at the shore of Borgarfjörður in Iceland.It has a population of 1,763 (as of January 2011). Start off your visit on the 20th (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Stykkisholmskirkja, enjoy the sea views from Lighthouse Sugandisey, take in the dramatic scenery at Kirkjufellsfoss, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Kirkjufell Mountain, then enjoy the sand and surf at Ytri Tunga Beach, and finally take an in-depth tour of The Settlement Center.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and tourist information, read Borgarnes day trip planner.

Fly from Akureyri to Borgarnes in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In October in Borgarnes, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 3°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) early enough to go by car to Reykjavik.

To find ratings, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Reykjavik route maker.

Getting from Borgarnes to Reykjavik by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. You'll have a few hours on the 21st (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.