15 days in Iceland Itinerary

Popular historic sites such as Reykjavik Open Air Museum and Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar) are in your itinerary. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Grotta Lighthouse and Viking World. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Reykjavik: Reykjadalur Hot Springs (in Olfuss), The Settlement Center (in Borgarnes) and Gunnuhver Hot Springs (in Grindavik). Next up on the itinerary: step off the mainland to explore Videy Island, appreciate the history behind The Statue of Leif Eiriksson, take in panoramic vistas at Perlan, and contemplate the long history of Hofdi House.

To find maps, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Reykjavik trip maker tool.

Great Falls, USA to Reykjavik is an approximately 20-hour flight. Traveling from Great Falls to Reykjavik, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Great Falls in May, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Reykjavik: temperatures range from 49°F by day to 39°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Reykjahlid.

Get in touch with nature at Krafla Lava Fields and Mt. Namafjall (Namaskard). Discover out-of-the-way places like Hverfjall and Dimmuborgir Lava Formations. There's more to do: go for a walk through Viti Crater and explore the fascinating underground world of Grjotagja Cave.

To see maps, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Reykjahlid trip planner.

You can fly from Reykjavik to Reykjahlid in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In May in Reykjahlid, expect temperatures between 49°F during the day and 37°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Akureyri.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed): take an in-depth tour of The Industry Museum, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Akureyrarkirkja, then pause for some serene contemplation at Catholic Church (Katholska Kirkjan), and finally take an in-depth tour of The Old Farmhouse Laufas.

For more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Akureyri trip planning app.

Getting from Reykjahlid to Akureyri by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 49°F, and evening lows to 37°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Thu) so you can travel to Vik.

On the 24th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Skogar Museum. On your second day here, immerse yourself in nature at Skaftarstofa, explore the stunning scenery at Fjadrargljufur Canyon, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Reyniskirkja Church, and finally don't miss a visit to Solheimasandur Plane Wreck.

Plan my trip to Vik with suggested itineraries provided by Klarna Trips.

Getting from Akureyri to Vik by combination of flight and bus takes about 7 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Vik can reach 46°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Hella.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sun): admire the sheer force of Gluggafoss/Merkjarfoss and then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback. Here are some ideas for day two: take a pleasant ride with Hekluhestar and then see the world from above with Southcoast Adventure.

For ratings, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Hella road trip website.

You can drive from Vik to Hella in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. May in Hella sees daily highs of 46°F and lows of 41°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.