9 days in Iceland Itinerary

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

To find maps, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Reykjavik trip itinerary planning app.

Milan, Italy to Reykjavik is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. Traveling from Milan to Reykjavik, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Milan in December, with highs in Reykjavik at 2°C and lows at -3°C. On the 2nd (Fri), you'll travel to Hveragerdi.

Hveragerði is a town and municipality in the south of Iceland located 45 km to the east of Reykjavík on Iceland's main ringroad, Route 1.The river Varmá runs through the town.OverviewThe surrounding area is part of the Hengill central volcano, and is geothermally active and experiences very frequent (usually minor) earthquakes. To find more things to do, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Hveragerdi route planner.

Traveling by car from Reykjavik to Hveragerdi takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 2°C, and evening lows to -2°C. On the 3rd (Sat), you'll travel to Thingvellir.

One of Iceland's most popular tourist destinations, Thingvellir represents a national park steeped in historical, cultural, and geological significance, as evidenced by its designation as a World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): explore the striking landscape of Thingvellir National Park, take in the dramatic scenery at Oxararfoss, and then take in breathtaking views at Almannagja.

Make your Thingvellir itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.

You can drive from Hveragerdi to Thingvellir in an hour. Expect a daytime high around 2°C in December, and nighttime lows around -3°C. On the 3rd (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.

On the 3rd (Sat), admire the sheer force of Gullfoss Falls, relax and rejuvenate at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin, then take in the natural beauty of Blesi, and finally witness a stunning natural landmark at Strokkur.

For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Geysir trip maker website.

Traveling by car from Thingvellir to Geysir takes an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect a daytime high around 2°C in December, and nighttime lows around -2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Hella.

Hella is a small town in southern Iceland on the shores of the river Ytri-Rangá and has, as of 2011, 781 inhabitants.Hella is situated to the east of Reykjavík on the Hringvegur (Route 1) between Selfoss and Hvolsvöllur.OverviewThe name of the town comes from caves near the river. To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Hella trip planner.

Getting from Geysir to Hella by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Geysir in December since evenings lows in Hella dip to 1°C. On the 4th (Sun), you'll travel to Skogar.

Take a trip to Skogar for a chance to see a picture-perfect glacier and a collection of waterfalls fed by the Skoga River.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sun): get engrossed in the history at Skogar Museum, admire the sheer force of Kvernufoss, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss.

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Drive from Hella to Skogar in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. December in Skogar sees daily highs of 3°C and lows of 1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Vik.

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

On the 4th (Sun), explore the striking landscape at Reynisdrangar.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Vik trip planning app.

Vik is very close to Skogar. In December, daytime highs in Vik are 3°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Mon) early enough to drive to Kirkjubaejarklaustur.

Kirkjubaejarklaustur holidays offer visitors an easy access to the untamed landscapes of Vatnajokull National Park.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Mon): go for a walk through Scenic Green Lava Walk, then explore the striking landscape at Eldhraun Lava Field, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Fjadrargljufur Canyon.

To see photos, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read our Kirkjubaejarklaustur travel route builder website.

Traveling by car from Vik to Kirkjubaejarklaustur takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 5th (Mon) to allow time for the car ride to Svinafell.

On the 5th (Mon), take in the dramatic natural features at Svinafell Glacier.

To see traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Svinafell day trip tool.

Drive from Kirkjubaejarklaustur to Svinafell in 1.5 hours. In December, plan for daily highs up to 3°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can drive to Jokulsarlon.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): contemplate the waterfront views at Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon, then explore the activities along Glacier Lagoon, then stroll through Fellsfjara, and finally kick back and relax at Diamond Beach Jokulsarlon.

To find traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Jokulsarlon planner.

Getting from Svinafell to Jokulsarlon by car takes about an hour. In December, plan for daily highs up to 3°C, and evening lows to 0°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Egilsstadir.

To find ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Egilsstadir trip builder website.

Drive from Jokulsarlon to Egilsstadir in 4 hours. Traveling from Jokulsarlon in December, Egilsstadir is slightly colder at night with lows of -5°C. You will leave for Akureyri on the 7th (Wed).

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

Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): glide through natural beauty at Hlíðarfjall. Here are some ideas for day two: don't miss a visit to Hearts in Akureyri, get a taste of the local shopping with Linda Ola - Studio & Gallery, then boost your wellbeing at Akureyri Swimming Pool, then examine the collection at Akureyri Museum, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Akureyri Botanical Garden.

For reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Akureyri visit planning website.

You can drive from Egilsstadir to Akureyri in 3.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive; or take a bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 1°C, and evening lows to -6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can drive to Blonduos.

Blönduós is a town and municipality in the north of Iceland. To see traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Blonduos day trip site.

Drive from Akureyri to Blonduos in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. You'll set off for Reykjavik on the 9th (Fri).

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Fri): capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour.

For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Reykjavik tour itinerary planner.

You can drive from Blonduos to Reykjavik in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.