14 days in Iceland Itinerary

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

Reykjavik is known for historic sites, museums, nightlife, spas, and adventure. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Iceland, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, contemplate the long history of Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition, and see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

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Seattle, USA to Reykjavik is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of shuttle and flight. Traveling from Seattle to Reykjavik, you'll lose 8 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect colder weather when traveling from Seattle in July: highs in Reykjavik hover around 58°F, while lows dip to 48°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sun) so you can travel to Akureyri.

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

On the 22nd (Mon), examine the collection at The Industry Museum and then hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Tue): stop by Flora, Akureyri, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Akureyrarkirkja, then take in nature's colorful creations at Arctic Botanical Gardens (Lystigardurinn), and finally admire the sheer force of Godafoss.

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Getting from Reykjavik to Akureyri by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and flight; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 57°F in July, and nighttime lows around 46°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) so you can drive to Reykjahlid.

Reykjahlid vacations include many outdoor activities.

Take a break from Reykjahlid with a short trip to Dolphin & Whale Watching in Husavik, about 46 minutes away. The adventure continues: admire the sheer force of Dettifoss, don't miss a visit to Viti Crater, take in the natural beauty of Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn), and identify plant and animal life at Krafla Lava Fields.

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Drive from Akureyri to Reykjahlid in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 57°F in July, and nighttime lows around 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Fri) early enough to travel to Hof.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sat): admire the sheer force of Svartifoss Waterfall, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hofskirkja Church, contemplate the waterfront views at Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon, then kick back and relax at Diamond Beach, and finally contemplate the waterfront views at Jokulsarlon Lagoon.

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You can drive from Reykjahlid to Hof in 6 hours. In July in Hof, expect temperatures between 55°F during the day and 48°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Vik.

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

On the 28th (Sun), kick back and relax at Reynisfjara Beach, then stop by Wool Gallery Vik i Myrdal, then enjoy the sand and surf at Black Sand Beach, and finally pause for some photo ops at Voyages Friendship Statue. On the 29th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the dramatic scenery at Skogafoss, explore the striking landscape at Mýrdalsjökull, and then stroll through Dyrholaey.

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Getting from Hof to Vik by car takes about 2 hours. In July in Vik, expect temperatures between 54°F during the day and 50°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can drive to Blaskogabyggd.

A conglomeration of several districts, Blaskogabyggd encompasses a handful of settlements totaling around 930 people in southwestern Iceland.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Tue): take a memorable drive along Golden Circle Route. On the next day, witness a stunning natural landmark at Strokkur, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Haukadalur, and then admire the sheer force of Gullfoss.

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You can drive from Vik to Blaskogabyggd in 2.5 hours. Another option is to do a combination of bus and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 58°F in July, and nighttime lows around 48°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) early enough to travel back home.