14 days in Reykjavik, North Iceland & South Region Itinerary

Venture out of the city with trips to Thingvellir (Galgaklettur & Thingvellir National Park), Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik) and Viking World (in Keflavik). Spend the 1st (Fri) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, explore the world behind art at National Museum of Iceland, appreciate the history behind Sun Voyager, and steep yourself in history at Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition.

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Los Angeles, USA to Reykjavik is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Los Angeles to Reykjavik, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Los Angeles in August, you will find days in Reykjavik are cooler (57°F), and nights are a bit cooler (47°F). Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Akureyri.

On the 5th (Tue), admire the natural beauty at Akureyri Botanical Garden and then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour. On the 6th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get a taste of the local shopping with Linda Ola - Studio & Gallery, then take in the dramatic scenery at Goðafoss Waterfall, and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.

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You can fly from Reykjavik to Akureyri in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Akureyri can reach 52°F, while at night they dip to 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) early enough to drive to Reykjahlid.

Reykjahlid is known for nature and museums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic scenery at Dettifoss Waterfall, take in the awesome beauty at Vindbelgjarfjall, Head underground at Grjotagja Cave, and stroll through Krafla Lava Fields.

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You can drive from Akureyri to Reykjahlid in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Reykjahlid are 52°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Landmannalaugar.

On the 10th (Sun), contemplate the waterfront views at Ljótipollur, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Fjallabak Nature Reserve, then go for a walk through Landmannalaugar, and finally hike along Laugavegur.

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Getting from Reykjahlid to Landmannalaugar by car takes about 6.5 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Reykjahlid in September since evenings lows in Landmannalaugar dip to 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough to drive to Vik.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Reyniskirkja Church, take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss, then admire all the interesting features of Dyrhólaey, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Black Sand Beach.

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Traveling by car from Landmannalaugar to Vik takes 3 hours. September in Vik sees daily highs of 50°F and lows of 46°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Blaskogabyggd.

On the 12th (Tue), admire the sheer force of Gullfoss Falls and then take in the natural beauty of Blesi.

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Traveling by car from Vik to Blaskogabyggd takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In September, plan for daily highs up to 52°F, and evening lows to 43°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Tue) so you can catch the flight back home.