9-Day Iceland Itinerary in August: Reykjavík & Golden Circle

The journey, day by day

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

1. DAY 1

   Reykjavik

   Late arrival, restaurants in Reykjavik might be closed.

   1 stopReykjavik
2. DAY 2

   Reykjavik

   Includes alternative for waiting for friends with a hike in Reykjadalur.

   5 stops0.5 hrsReykjavik
3. DAY 3

   Golden Circle

   The Secret Lagoon is a hot spring.

   6 stops2.5 hrsGolden Circle
4. DAY 4

   Landmannalaugar

   Includes highland F-road driving and crossing small water pools.

   5 stops1.5 hrsLandmannalaugar
5. DAY 5

   Westman Islands

   Includes boat tour (RIB) and visiting Eldheimar museum.

   2 stopsWestman Islands
6. DAY 6

   South Coast

   Day of sightseeing along the South Coast.

   6 stops2 hrsVik
7. DAY 7

   South Coast/Vatnajökull

   Requires 4x4 for glacier access.

   4 stops3 hrsSouth Coast/Vatnajökull
8. DAY 8

   South Coast

   The Lava Show is an indoor exhibition.

   4 stops3 hrsVik
9. DAY 9

   South Coast/Reykjavik

   Last day of itinerary.

   4 stops2 hrsSouth Coast/Reykjavik