35 days in Iceland Itinerary

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 Kerið (in Selfoss), The Cave People (in Laugarvatn) and Urridafoss Waterfall (in Villingaholt). Spend the 17th (Fri) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Make the 14th (Tue) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. There's lots more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hallgrimskirkja, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Thingvellir National Park, and relax and rejuvenate at Blue Lagoon.

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Manchester, UK to Reykjavik is an approximately 6-hour flight. Traveling from Manchester in February, things will get little chillier in Reykjavik: highs are around 3°C and lows about -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to drive to Geysir.

Geysir tourism revolves around a famed geyser, which goes from very calm to extremely volatile depending on the subterranean seismic activity at the time.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Wed): take in the natural beauty of Strokkur, take in the natural beauty of Blesi, then take in the dramatic scenery at Gullfoss Falls, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Geysir, and finally admire the sheer force of Bruarfoss Waterfall. On the 23rd (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the sheer force of Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall, then relax in the rural setting at Fridheimar, then relax and rejuvenate at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin, and finally learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Slakki Petting Zoo.

To see other places to visit, maps, photos, and more tourist information, use the Geysir road trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Reykjavik to Geysir takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi. In February in Geysir, expect temperatures between 4°C during the day and -1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) 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: admire the sheer force of Skogafoss, stroll through Reynisfjara Beach, take in the dramatic natural features at Mýrdalsjökull, and enjoy the sand and surf at Black Sand Beach.

For traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Vik day trip site.

Traveling by car from Geysir to Vik takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In February in Vik, expect temperatures between 4°C during the day and 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Svinafell.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Mon): pause for some serene contemplation at Hofskirkja Church, then explore the activities along Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon, and then make a trip to Svinafellsjokull Glacier. On your second day here, explore and take pictures at Fellsfjara, explore the activities along Glacier Lagoon, and then kick back and relax at Diamond Beach Jokulsarlon.

For more things to do and more tourist information, go to the Svinafell day trip planning site.

Getting from Vik to Svinafell by car takes about 2 hours. In February, plan for daily highs up to 4°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Hofn.

Höfn or Höfn í Hornafirði is an Icelandic fishing town in the southeastern part of the country. Start off your visit on the 1st (Wed): get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

To see reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Hofn online trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Svinafell to Hofn by car takes about 2 hours. In February in Hofn, expect temperatures between 4°C during the day and 0°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Vatnajokull National Park.

Spend the 3rd (Fri) exploring nature at Skaftafell National Park.

To find reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Vatnajokull National Park trip maker site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Hofn to Vatnajokull National Park. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in March, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to travel to Akureyri.

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Akureyri: Grjotagja Cave (in Reykjahlid) and Palshus (in Olafsfjordur). The adventure continues: admire the sheer force of Goðafoss Waterfall, explore the striking landscape at Mt. Namafjall (Namaskard), see Off-Road Tours, and explore the activities along Lake Myvatn.

To find more things to do, photos, reviews, and tourist information, use the Akureyri visit planner.

Explore your travel options from Vatnajokull National Park to Akureyri with the Route module. Traveling from Vatnajokull National Park in March, plan for little chillier nights in Akureyri, with lows around -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.