14-Day Iceland Itinerary in August: Reykjavík & South Coast

The journey, day by day

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

1. DAY 1

   Reykjavik

   Arrival at 16:00. Pick up the caravan and drive to the nearest supermarket for shopping for the coming days.

   2 stopsReykjavik
2. DAY 2

   Reykjavik

   Thingvellir is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the location of Iceland's ancient parliament. It's a beautiful area with tectonic plate rifts and a waterfall.

   2 stops1.5 hrsReykjavik
3. DAY 3

   Golden Circle

   Gullfoss is a powerful waterfall, and Kerid is a volcanic crater lake.

   2 stops2 hrsGolden Circle
4. DAY 4

   South Iceland

   A day of visiting impressive waterfalls in South Iceland. Seljalandsfoss allows walking behind the waterfall, Gljúfrabúi is hidden in a cave, and Skógafoss is a tall and wide waterfall.

   3 stops1.5 hrsSouth Iceland
5. DAY 5

   South Iceland

   Visit the famous black sand beach of Reynisfjara with its basalt columns and sea stacks. Then explore the charming village of Vík.

   2 stops0.5 hrsVík í Mýrdal
6. DAY 6

   South Iceland

   Explore Skaftafell Nature Reserve, a part of Vatnajökull National Park, and visit the stunning Fjadrargljufur Canyon.

   2 stops3.5 hrsSouth Iceland
7. DAY 7

   South Iceland

   Experience the beauty of glacier lagoons and Diamond Beach. Jökulsárlón is a larger and more famous lagoon, while Fjallsárlón is smaller and more intimate.

   3 stops2 hrsSouth Iceland
8. DAY 8

   East Iceland

   Drive through the East Fjords and visit Hofn, a charming fishing town. Then explore the dramatic Vestrahorn mountain.

   2 stops1 hrsHofn
9. DAY 9

   East Iceland

   Explore the coastal village of Djupivogur and its unique egg sculptures. Then visit the beautiful Foladafoss waterfall.

   2 stopsEast Iceland
10. DAY 10

    North Iceland

    Hike to Hengifoss, one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls. Afterwards, relax in the unique geothermal Vök Baths.

    2 stops2.5 hrsNorth Iceland
11. DAY 11

    North Iceland

    Visit the stunning Stuðlagil Canyon with its basalt columns. Then explore Akureyri, the 'Capital of the North'.

    2 stops3.5 hrsAkureyri
12. DAY 12

    West Iceland

    Climb the easily accessible Grábrók Volcano for panoramic views. Visit the picturesque Glanni waterfall. Stay overnight at Husafell campsite.

    3 stops5 hrsHusafell campsite
13. DAY 13

    West Iceland

    Hike in Husafell, witness the unique Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, and explore the impressive Vidgelmir lava cave.

    4 stops0.5 hrsHusafell nature trails
14. DAY 14

    Reykjavik

    A challenging hike to Glymur waterfall, followed by relaxation at Hvammsvik hot springs. Explore Reykjavik before returning the car at Keflavik Airport.

    4 stops2.5 hrsReykjavik