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7 day travel guide to Iceland

This 7-day Southern Iceland itinerary is tailored for your October adventure. It focuses on the stunning South Coast, reaching the iconic Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, and includes your requested glacier hike and ice cave tour, balanced with moderate daily hikes and a classic Golden Circle exploration.

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  1. Arrival and Volcanic Landscapes of ReykjanesDAY 1

    Day 1 · 2026-10-06

    Arrival and Volcanic Landscapes of Reykjanes

    6 stops2 hours 50 mins hrsReykjavik
  2. South Coast Waterfalls and Glacier HikeDAY 2

    Day 2 · 2026-10-07

    South Coast Waterfalls and Glacier Hike

    4 stops1 hour 45 mins hrsVík
  3. Ice Caves and Black Sand BeachesDAY 3

    Day 3 · 2026-10-08

    Ice Caves and Black Sand Beaches

    4 stops2 hours 10 mins hrsKirkjubæjarklaustur
  4. Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach ExplorationDAY 4

    Day 4 · 2026-10-09

    Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach Exploration

    5 stops3 hours 30 mins hrsSelfoss
  5. Golden Circle: Geysers, Gullfoss, and Tectonic PlatesDAY 5

    Day 5 · 2026-10-10

    Golden Circle: Geysers, Gullfoss, and Tectonic Plates

    5 stops5 hours 45 mins hrsSelfoss
  6. Reykjavik Exploration and Blue LagoonDAY 6

    Day 6 · 2026-10-11

    Reykjavik Exploration and Blue Lagoon

    4 stops2 hours 20 mins hrsKeflavik
  7. Departure from KeflavikDAY 7

    Day 7 · 2026-10-12

    Departure from Keflavik

    2 stops25 mins hrsNone

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