49 days in Copenhagen, Iceland & Helsinki Itinerary

Popular historic sites such as Rosenborg Castle and Trinitatis Kirke are in your itinerary. Step off the beaten path and head to Amager Strandpark and Hey Captain. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, appreciate the history behind The Little Mermaid, and get a taste of local nightlife at National Gallery of Denmark.

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Copenhagen travel route app.

Melbourne, Australia to Copenhagen is an approximately 24-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Eastern Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a -9 hour difference. Traveling from Melbourne in September, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 12°C in Copenhagen. On the 16th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Reykjavik.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Reykjadalur Hot Springs and Reykjavik Open Air Museum. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Strandarkirkja and Hopsnes Lighthouse. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Reykjavik: Blue Lagoon (in Grindavik) and Raufarholshellir (in Olfuss). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach, see the interesting displays at Reykjavik Museum of Photography, don't miss a visit to Þúfa, and stop by Kirsuberjatred.

To see maps, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Reykjavik online attractions planner.

Traveling by flight from Copenhagen to Reykjavik takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry. The time zone difference when traveling from Copenhagen to Reykjavik is minus 1 hour. In September, Reykjavik is little chillier than Copenhagen - with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) early enough to drive to Olfuss.

To find traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Olfuss trip itinerary tool.

Traveling by car from Reykjavik to Olfuss takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Selfoss.

Step out of the city life by going to Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall and Bruarfoss Waterfall. Explore hidden gems such as Lava Centre and Gjain. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Selfoss: Gullfoss Falls (in Blaskogabyggd), Blesi (in Geysir) and Fludir (Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin & Hrunalaug). Next up on the itinerary: Head underground at Caves of Hella and admire the sheer force of Hjalparfoss.

For more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Selfoss trip itinerary planning app.

Selfoss is just a stone's throw from Olfuss. September in Selfoss sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Mon) early enough to go by car to Hella.

Keep things going the next day: admire the sheer force of Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall, take in the dramatic scenery at Gljufrabui Waterfalls, then take in the dramatic scenery at Nauthusagil Waterfall, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Hella trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Selfoss to Hella takes an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September in Hella, expect temperatures between 11°C during the day and 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Vik.

Here are some ideas for day two: take in the awesome beauty at Reynisfjall, take in the dramatic natural features at Reynisdrangar, then Head underground at Katla Ice Cave Kerlingardalsvegur, and finally pause for some photo ops at Voyages Friendship Statue.

To find other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Vik trip website.

Getting from Hella to Vik by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. In September in Vik, expect temperatures between 11°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) so you can drive to Landmannalaugar.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the pleasant sights at Landmannalaugar, stroll through Fjallabak Nature Reserve, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Ljótipollur.

To see where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Landmannalaugar trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Vik to Landmannalaugar takes 3 hours. September in Landmannalaugar sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can travel to Vatnajokull National Park.

Keep things going the next day: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Skaftafell National Park.

To find ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Vatnajokull National Park planning site.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Landmannalaugar to Vatnajokull National Park. In September in Vatnajokull National Park, expect temperatures between 13°C during the day and 8°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can travel to Hofn.

On the next day, test the waters at Hoffell Hot Tubs, explore the striking landscape at Hoffellsjokull Glacier, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Vestrahorn.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Hofn itinerary planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Vatnajokull National Park to Hofn. In October in Hofn, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) so you can drive to Djupivogur.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Djupivogur holiday builder website.

You can drive from Hofn to Djupivogur in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. October in Djupivogur sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can go by car to Egilsstadir.

Here are some ideas for day two: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Seydisfjordur Church, see what you can catch with Austursigling, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Fardagafoss.

To see maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Egilsstadir trip site.

You can drive from Djupivogur to Egilsstadir in 2.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Egilsstadir can reach 8°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Reykjahlid.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Krafla Lava Fields and Skutustaoagigar. Take a break from the city and head to Grjotagja Cave and Leirhnjukur. Step out of Reykjahlid to go to Akureyri and see Goðafoss Waterfall, which is approximately 42 minutes away. There's more to do: take in the pleasant sights at Viti Crater and take in the dramatic natural features at Mt. Namafjall (Namaskard).

To find reviews, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Reykjahlid trip itinerary builder app.

Traveling by car from Egilsstadir to Reykjahlid takes 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 your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Akureyri.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Holar Cathedral and Akureyri Museum. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Akureyri Botanical Garden and The Aviation Museum. The adventure continues: learn more about the world around you at Nordurslod - Into the Arctic, pause for some serene contemplation at Akureyrarkirkja, view the masterpieces at Linda Ola - Studio & Gallery, and get a taste of the local shopping with Brunir Horse.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read our Akureyri online driving holiday planner.

Getting from Reykjahlid to Akureyri by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In October, daily temperatures in Akureyri can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can travel to Holar.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Holar trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Akureyri to Holar. In October in Holar, expect temperatures between 7°C during the day and 0°C at night. You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Sun) before leaving for Varmahlid.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sun): examine the collection at Glaumbaer Museum and then steep yourself in history at Víðimýrarkirkja. On your second day here, explore the striking landscape at Hvitserkur and then admire the sheer force of Kolugljufur Waterfall.

For where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Varmahlid holiday planner.

You can drive from Holar to Varmahlid in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in October, and nighttime lows around 0°C. You will have some time to spend on the 15th (Tue) before leaving for Holmavik.

Change things up with a short trip to Hot Pots in Drangsnes (about 30 minutes away).

For maps, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, use the Holmavik route planning site.

You can drive from Varmahlid to Holmavik in 3.5 hours. Traveling from Varmahlid in October, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Holmavik, with lows of 4°C. You will have some time to spend on the 18th (Fri) before leaving for Grundarfjorour.

Get a sense of the local culture at Olafsvikurkirkja and Liston. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Kirkjufell Mountain and Grundarfoss Waterfall. Explore Grundarfjorour's surroundings by going to Svodufoss (in Rif), Hellissandur (Skardsvik Beach & Snaefellsjokull National Park) and Snaefellsbaer (Rauofeldsgja & Bjarnarfoss).

To see where to stay, reviews, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Grundarfjorour holiday app.

You can drive from Holmavik to Grundarfjorour in 3 hours. On the 21st (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Reykjavik.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Hallgrimskirkja and Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar). You'll discover tucked-away gems like Gunnuhver Hot Springs and Icelandic Phallological Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from Reykjavik: Troll Waterfalls (in Borgarnes), Thingvellir (Thorufoss, Thingvellir National Park, &more) and Fagradalsfjall Active Volcano (in Grindavik). Enjoy Reykjavik some more: enjoy the sea views from Grotta Lighthouse, explore the activities along Lake Tjornin, take in nature's colorful creations at Hljomskalagarour Park, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Christ The King Cathedral.

To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Reykjavik road trip planning app.

Getting from Grundarfjorour to Reykjavik by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of car, ferry, and flight. You'll have a few hours on the 26th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Helsinki.

Keep things going the next day: learn about all things military at Sea Fortress Suomenlinna, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, and then admire the landmark architecture of Temppeliaukio Church.

To find other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Helsinki holiday planning website.

You can fly from Reykjavik to Helsinki in 7 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Reykjavik to Helsinki is 2 hours. Expect a daytime high around 10°C in October, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to fly back home.