10-Day Iceland Itinerary in August: Reykjavík & North Iceland

The journey, day by day

Open any day for the full plan — stops, drives, and where to stay.

1. DAY 1

   Reykjavik

   Travelers arrive in the morning, pick up rental cars, and go grocery shopping. They depart from Reykjavik by 12:00 PM to make a 1:00 PM tour.

   2 stopsReykjavik
2. DAY 2

   Reykjavik

   Includes a visit to a popular bakery, Tjörnin Lake known for its birdlife, the main shopping street Laugavegur, and the iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church.

   4 stops0.5 hrsReykjavik
3. DAY 3

   Reykjanes Peninsula

   A relaxing day at the Sky Lagoon, a geothermal spa near Reykjavik.

   1 stopReykjanes Peninsula
4. DAY 4

   West Iceland

   Focuses on lava caves, waterfalls, and a volcano hike in West Iceland.

   5 stops2.5 hrsWest Iceland
5. DAY 5

   North Iceland

   Travels to North Iceland, visiting Kolugljufur Canyon and the town of Blönduós with its island Hrútey.

   3 stops2.5 hrsBlönduós
6. DAY 6

   North Iceland

   Features Reykjafoss waterfall, Fosslaug hot spring, and whale watching in Húsavík, the whale watching capital.

   3 stops2.5 hrsHúsavík
7. DAY 7

   North Iceland / East Iceland

   Focuses on powerful waterfalls, geothermal areas, and lava formations in North/East Iceland.

   4 stops1.5 hrsNorth Iceland / East Iceland
8. DAY 8

   East Iceland

   Explores geothermal areas, canyons, and waterfalls in East Iceland.

   6 stops2 hrsEast Iceland
9. DAY 9

   East Iceland / South East Iceland

   Features waterfalls, a unique stone collection, coastal cliffs, and the town of Djupivogur.

   5 stops1.5 hrsEast Iceland / South East Iceland
10. DAY 10

    South Iceland

    Includes iconic South Iceland landmarks like Reynisfjara, Skogafoss, and Kerið crater, with a stop at Laugarás Lagoon for relaxation.

    8 stops7 hrsSouth Iceland