31 days in Iceland Itinerary

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: Svartsengi Geothermal Power Plant (in Svartsengi), Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik) and Keflavik Maritime Center (in Keflavik). Spend the 7th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Make the 11th (Sat) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, enjoy breathtaking views from Perlan, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Thingvellir National Park, and explore the world behind art at National Museum of Iceland.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Reykjavik route planning website.

London, UK to Reykjavik is an approximately 6-hour flight. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from London in March; daily highs in Reykjavik reach 4°C and lows reach -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Akureyri.

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

Go for a jaunt from Akureyri to Reykjahlid to see Grjotagja Cave about 1h 10 min away. And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic scenery at Goðafoss Waterfall, sample the tasty concoctions at Bruggsmidjan Kaldi Brewery, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Myvatn, and get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

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You can fly from Reykjavik to Akureyri in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. March in Akureyri sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Vatnajokull National Park.

Spend the 20th (Mon) exploring nature at Skaftafell National Park.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, read Vatnajokull National Park trip itinerary planner.

Explore your travel options from Akureyri to Vatnajokull National Park with the Route module. March in Vatnajokull National Park sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can travel to Hofn.

Höfn or Höfn í Hornafirði is an Icelandic fishing town in the southeastern part of the country. On the 22nd (Wed), get outside with Outdoor Activities and then get the lay of the land with Walking tours. On the 23rd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: test the waters at Hoffell Hot Tubs, explore the striking landscape at Hoffellsjokull Glacier, and then try out the rides at Hofn Swimming Pool.

To see ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Hofn itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Vatnajokull National Park to Hofn. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in March, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) so you can drive to Svinafell.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hofskirkja Church, contemplate the waterfront views at Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon, and then make a trip to Svinafellsjokull Glacier. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll through Fellsfjara, then contemplate the waterfront views at Glacier Lagoon, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Diamond Beach Jokulsarlon.

For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Svinafell tour app.

Drive from Hofn to Svinafell in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. March in Svinafell sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Vik.

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

Step out of Vik with an excursion to Kvernufoss in Skogar--about 30 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss, appreciate the history behind Voyages Friendship Statue, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Reyniskirkja Church, and stroll through Reynisfjara Beach.

For photos, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Vik journey builder site.

Traveling by car from Svinafell to Vik takes 2 hours. March in Vik sees daily highs of 4°C and lows of 1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Blaskogabyggd.

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

Start off your visit on the 29th (Wed): witness a stunning natural landmark at Geysir, take in the dramatic scenery at Gullfoss Falls, take in the natural beauty of Strokkur, then take in the natural beauty of Blesi, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Bruarfoss Waterfall. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the dramatic scenery at Hjalparfoss, relax in the rural setting at Fridheimar, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin.

To find ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Blaskogabyggd attractions planner.

Getting from Vik to Blaskogabyggd by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi. In March, plan for daily highs up to 5°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Fri) early enough to fly back home.