50 days in Iceland Itinerary

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Reykjavik: The Cave People (in Laugarvatn), Kotstrandarkirkja (in Olfuss) and Selfoss (Selfosskirkja & Kerið). Spend the 22nd (Sat) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Make the 28th (Fri) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. And it doesn't end there: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Thingvellir National Park, indulge in some personalized pampering at Blue Lagoon, see Off-Road Tours, and cast your line with a fishing tour.

To see reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Reykjavik online tour itinerary maker.

Toronto, Canada to Reykjavik is an approximately 9-hour flight. Traveling from Toronto to Reykjavik, you'll lose 5 hours due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Toronto, expect much colder days and slightly colder nights in Reykjavik, ranging from highs of 17°C to lows of 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Akureyri.

Change things up with these side-trips from Akureyri: Asbyrgi (Shelter of the Gods) (in Asbyrgi), Hvoll Folk Museum of Dalvik Iceland (in Dalvik) and Husavik (Husavik Yellow Lighthouse, Rauoanes Point, &more). And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic scenery at Goðafoss Waterfall, get engrossed in the history at The Industry Museum, see Off-Road Tours, and center your mind and body at Knarrarberg - Yoga & Spa.

For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Akureyri trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Reykjavik to Akureyri takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Akureyri are 16°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Reykjahlid.

Get out of town with these interesting Reykjahlid side-trips: Hafragilsfoss (in Vatnajokull National Park) and Moorudalur Farm (in Modrudalur). Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic scenery at Dettifoss Waterfall, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Myvatn, take in the dramatic natural features at Mt. Namafjall (Namaskard), and stroll through Krafla Lava Fields.

For photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Reykjahlid trip planning website.

Getting from Akureyri to Reykjahlid by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. August in Reykjahlid sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Hella.

On the 26th (Sat), see what you can catch with MudShark Tours and then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback. On your second day here, admire the sheer force of Gljúfrafoss, take in the dramatic scenery at Gljufrabui Waterfalls, then admire the sheer force of Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall, then learn more about the world around you at Lava Centre, and finally admire the sheer force of Gluggafoss/Merkjarfoss.

For ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Hella holiday tool.

Getting from Reykjahlid to Hella by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In August in Hella, expect temperatures between 14°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can drive to Vik.

Change things up with these side-trips from Vik: Kirkjubaejarklaustur (Skaftareldahraun, Fjadrargljufur Canyon, &more). There's still lots to do: admire the sheer force of Skogafoss, take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, kick back and relax at Reynisfjara Beach, and take in the dramatic natural features at Reynisdrangar.

For reviews, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Vik trip maker.

You can drive from Hella to Vik in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August in Vik, expect temperatures between 14°C during the day and 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Landmannalaugar.

On the 1st (Fri), take in the pleasant sights at Landmannalaugar, hike along Laugavegur, then stroll through Fjallabak Nature Reserve, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Ljótipollur.

To see ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Landmannalaugar day trip planner.

Drive from Vik to Landmannalaugar in 3 hours. In August, daytime highs in Landmannalaugar are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Hofn.

Change things up with these side-trips from Hofn: Vatnajokull National Park (Skaftafell National Park & Vatnajokull), Jokulsarlon (Fellsfjara & Glacier Lagoon) and Skaftafell (Lac Polaire & Svartifoss Waterfall).

To find traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Hofn online road trip planner.

Drive from Landmannalaugar to Hofn in 4.5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in September, and nighttime lows around 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Geysir.

On the 7th (Thu), take in the dramatic scenery at Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall, then relax in the rural setting at Fridheimar, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the sheer force of Bruarfoss Waterfall, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Blesi, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Gullfoss Falls.

To find where to stay, photos, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Geysir trip planning website.

Fly from Hofn to Geysir in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 8th (Fri) to allow time for travel back home.