Iceland 7 Day Itinerary

Here is a 7-day itinerary for traveling in Iceland, written in Markdown format:

Day 1: Arrival and Reykjavik Exploration

  • Arrive at Keflavik International Airport. (Note: You may need a Schengen visa depending on your nationality.)
  • Transfer to Reykjavik by bus or rental car. (Renting a car is highly recommended for exploring Iceland.)
  • Check-in at your accommodation and rest.
  • Explore Reykjavik city center: Visit Hallgrimskirkja, Harpa Concert Hall, Sun Voyager sculpture, and enjoy local food at one of the many restaurants.
  • Evening: Relax in the famous Blue Lagoon (book in advance).

Day 2: Golden Circle Tour

  • Morning: Start your journey with the Golden Circle route. Visit Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss waterfall.
  • Afternoon: Continue to Friðheimar Farm Greenhouse for lunch and tomato soup. (Optional visit to Secret Lagoon or Kerid Crater.)
  • Evening: Return to Reykjavik.

Day 3: South Coast Adventure

  • Morning: Drive along the south coast towards Vik. Stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Skógafoss waterfall, Reynisfjara black sand beach, and Dyrhólaey rock arch.
  • Afternoon: Visit the DC-3 plane wreck at Sólheimasandur (parking is a short walk away).
  • Evening: Return to your accommodation.

Day 4: Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach

  • Morning: Drive to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon. (Note: Road F208 to the canyon may be closed during winter.)
  • Afternoon: Explore Diamond Beach, where icebergs from the glacier lagoon wash up on shore.
  • Evening: Return to your accommodation.

Day 5: Vatnajökull National Park and Skaftafell

  • Morning: Visit Vatnajökull National Park and hike around Skaftafell area. Don’t miss Svartifoss waterfall.
  • Afternoon: Drive to Dettifoss waterfall (Europe’s most powerful waterfall) or Ásbyrgi canyon, depending on your route.
  • Evening: Return to your accommodation.

Day 6: East Fjords and Petra’s Stone Collection

  • Morning: Drive through the scenic East Fjords, stopping at charming villages like Djúpivogur and Seydisfjordur.
  • Afternoon: Visit Petra’s Stone Collection in Höfn (open 1 pm - 5 pm).
  • Evening: Return to your accommodation or continue towards Vik if you haven’t already.

Day 7: Waterfalls, Black Sand Beach, and Departure

  • Morning: Repeat a favorite waterfall from the south coast or visit new ones like Svartifoss, Halipljóf, or Foss a Sidu.
  • Afternoon: Relax at a black sand beach before heading back to Reykjavik.
  • Evening: Return your rental car and depart from Keflavik International Airport. (Enjoy the Northern Lights if you’re lucky during winter evenings!)