8-Day Iceland Itinerary in July: West Iceland & Golden Circle

The journey, day by day

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

1. DAY 1

   Keflavik

   Arrival and overnight near the airport.

   2 stopsKeflavik
2. DAY 2

   West Iceland

   Hike to Glymur is weather-dependent. Hvammsvik requires booking.

   3 stops2.5 hrsWest Iceland
3. DAY 3

   Golden Circle

   Full day in Golden Circle area. Overnight in Hella.

   6 stops2 hrsHella
4. DAY 4

   Westman Islands

   Day trip to Westman Islands using ferry and RIB boat.

   4 stopsWestman Islands
5. DAY 5

   South Coast

   Visiting iconic waterfalls and the Skogar cultural site.

   4 stops1 hrsSouth Coast
6. DAY 6

   South Coast

   Requires 4x4 for Thakgil. Lava show is in Vik.

   3 stops0.5 hrsSouth Coast
7. DAY 7

   Reykjadalur/Reykjavik

   Relatively relaxed day ending in Reykjavik.

   4 stops2.5 hrsReykjadalur/Reykjavik
8. DAY 8

   Reykjavik

   Final city tour activities.

   6 stops0.5 hrsReykjavik