53 days in Iceland Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Fri): explore the striking landscape at Latrabjarg Cliffs and then explore the striking landscape at Latrabjarg bird cliffs. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get engrossed in the history at Isafjordur Maritime Museum, examine the collection at Museum of Icelandic Sorcery & Witchcraft, and then examine the collection at The Old Bookstore.

To find ratings, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Isafjordur trip builder tool.

London, UK to Isafjordur is an approximately 16.5-hour combination of flight, shuttle, bus, and car. Traveling from London in May, things will get little chillier in Isafjordur: highs are around 7°C and lows about 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can fly to Reykjavik.

Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, effortlessly combines small-town charm with heaps of big city energy.

Change things up with these side-trips from Reykjavik: Grindavik (Blue Lagoon & Gunnuhver Hot Springs), Askja (in Reykjahlid) and Viking World (in Keflavik). There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, get your game on at Mink Viking Portrait Studio, pause for some photo ops at Sun Voyager, and admire all the interesting features of Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition.

For more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read Reykjavik vacation builder.

Getting from Isafjordur to Reykjavik by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. In May, daily temperatures in Reykjavik can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Borgarnes.

Borgarnes is a town located on a peninsula at the shore of Borgarfjörður in Iceland.It has a population of 1,763 (as of January 2011). Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Borgarnes Museum, then laugh and play at Húsafell sundlaug, and then take an in-depth tour of The Settlement Center.

To see maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Borgarnes online visit planner.

You can drive from Reykjavik to Borgarnes in 1.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In June in Borgarnes, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can go by car to Stykkisholmur.

Stykkishólmur is a town and municipality situated in the western part of Iceland, in the northern part of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Step out of Stykkisholmur to go to Grundarfjorour and see Kirkjufell Mountain, which is approximately 30 minutes away. There's lots more to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier, see the interesting displays at Library of Water, take in the awesome beauty at Helgafell, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Stykkisholmskirkja.

For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Stykkisholmur trip itinerary builder site.

Traveling by car from Borgarnes to Stykkisholmur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to drive to Northwest Region.

Step out of Northwest Region to go to Holar and see Holar Cathedral, which is approximately 42 minutes away.

To find photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Northwest Region trip planner.

You can drive from Stykkisholmur to Northwest Region in 3.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Northwest Region can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can drive to Husavik.

The popular town of Husavik not only boasts some of Iceland's best whale-watching opportunities but is arguably the northeast coast's prettiest town.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): take in the dramatic scenery at Selfoss Waterfall and then take a pleasant ride with Saltvík Horse Rental. On the 12th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: learn more about the world around you at The Húsavík Whale Museum, then see the interesting displays at The Exploration Museum, and then explore the stunning scenery at Asbyrgi (Shelter of the Gods).

You can plan Husavik trip in no time by asking Klarna Trips to help create your itinerary.

Getting from Northwest Region to Husavik by car takes about 2.5 hours. June in Husavik sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Lake Myvatn.

Considered by some to be the most unusual, beautiful, and interesting spots in northeast Iceland, the Myvatn lake boasts striking volcanic scenery and a rich array of fauna.

Step out of Lake Myvatn with an excursion to Goðafoss Waterfall in Akureyri--about 36 minutes away. There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic scenery at Dettifoss Waterfall, explore the fascinating underground world of Lofthellir Lava Cave, examine the collection at Sigurgeirs Bird Museum, and explore the activities along Lake Myvatn.

To find traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Lake Myvatn trip builder tool.

Getting from Husavik to Lake Myvatn by car takes about an hour. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in June, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Akureyri.

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

Kick off your visit on the 18th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at The Old Farmhouse Laufas, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Catholic Church (Katholska Kirkjan), then stop by Christmas Garden, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Akureyrarkirkja. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: see the interesting displays at The Aviation Museum, see the interesting displays at Akureyri Museum, and then steep yourself in history at Matthiasarhus.

For maps, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Akureyri online vacation planner.

You can drive from Lake Myvatn to Akureyri in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in June, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Egilsstadir.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Mon): delve into the lush surroundings at Hallormsstadur Forestry Reserve, then take in the dramatic scenery at Hengifoss, and then delve into the distant past at Skriduklaustur. Keep things going the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Seydisfjordur Church and then see the interesting displays at The French Museum.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Egilsstadir road trip planning site.

Traveling by flight from Akureyri to Egilsstadir takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In June in Egilsstadir, expect temperatures between 15°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Hofn.

Höfn or Höfn í Hornafirði is an Icelandic fishing town in the southeastern part of the country. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hofn: Svartifoss Waterfall (in Skaftafell), Glacier Lagoon (in Jokulsarlon) and Vatnajokull National Park (Vatnajokull & Skaftafell National Park). There's more to do: laugh and play at Hofn Swimming Pool and see the interesting displays at Huldusteinn.

To find traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Hofn driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Egilsstadir to Hofn in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in June, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Vik.

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

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Vik: Kirkjubaejarklaustur (Nupsstadur, Fjadrargljufur Canyon, &more) and Seljavallalaug (in Skogar). And it doesn't end there: take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss, explore the striking landscape at Dyrhólaey, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Reyniskirkja Church, and enjoy the sand and surf at Reynisfjara Beach.

Before you visit Vik, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

You can drive from Hofn to Vik in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In June, daily temperatures in Vik can reach 12°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to drive to Selfoss.

Sitting on the banks of the picturesque Olfusa River, the laid-back town of Selfoss provides a good location to relax and enjoy some of the country's natural delights.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Thu): admire the masterpieces at LA Art Museum - Listasafn Arnesinga, then Head underground at Raufarholshellir, then see the interesting displays at The House at Eyrarbakki, and finally examine the collection at The Icelandic Turf House. Keep things going the next day: trot along with The Icelandic Horse Park Fakasel, explore the activities along Kerið, then relax in the rural setting at Fridheimar, and finally don't miss a visit to Skalholt Cathedral.

For traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Selfoss attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Vik to Selfoss takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to go by car 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.

Geysir is known for nature and golf. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic scenery at Gullfoss Falls, relax and rejuvenate at Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths, witness a stunning natural landmark at Strokkur, and stroll around Hveravellir.

To see traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, go to the Geysir trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by car from Selfoss to Geysir takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Geysir are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 10°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can go by car to Hvolsvollur.

Hvolsvöllur is a small town in the south of Iceland about 106 km to the east of Reykjavík.It is situated in the inland swamps of Landeyjar, in the municipality of Rangárþing eystra and has, as of January 2015, 934 inhabitants.OverviewThe name of the town literally translates to "Hillfield". Explore Hvolsvollur's surroundings by going to Ljótipollur (in Landmannalaugar) and Hekla Centre (in Hella). There's much more to do: admire the sheer force of Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall, take a pleasant ride with Icelandic HorseWorld, examine the collection at Saga Center, and contemplate the geological forces at Hekla.

For photos and tourist information, you can read our Hvolsvollur online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by car from Geysir to Hvolsvollur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in July, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) so you can travel to Heimaey Island.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Sat): meet the residents at SEA LIFE Trust Beluga Whale Sanctuary, examine the collection at Eldheimar, then get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum (Natturugripasafn Vestmannaeyja), and finally admire the verdant scenery at Herjolfsdalur. On the 10th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get impressive views of Eldfell, take an in-depth tour of Sagnheimar Folk Museum, and then get some thrills on the water with Ribsafari.

For reviews, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Heimaey Island trip builder site.

Getting from Hvolsvollur to Heimaey Island by combination of bus and ferry takes about 3 hours. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in July, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sun) so you can go by car back home.