By Imani Adeyemo
Introduction
A jam-packed 6 Days in Iceland Itinerary with a focus on Reykjavik and the beautiful...
DAY 1
After arriving and settling into Reykjavik, you'll want to explore the best of what Iceland's...
DAY 1 - STOP 1
Head to Hallgrímskirkja, a modern church and probably the most recognisable Iceland landmark of the...
DAY 1 - STOP 2
Reykjavik's city centre may be small, but it is thriving with creativity. There is a...
DAY 1 - STOP 3
One of the most amazing things to do in Iceland is hunting for the Aurora...
DAY 2
The Golden Circle is a collection of natural wonders around Iceland's Ring Road. It is...
DAY 2 - STOP 1
Thingvellir National Park, located just a short drive out of Reykjavik, is a place of...
DAY 2 - STOP 2
Next, head to the Geysir Geothermal Area to witness more of nature's theatrics. The park...
DAY 2 - STOP 3
Gullfoss Waterfall is the next big stop on the Golden Circle route. The name Gullfoss...
DAY 2 - STOP 4
Spend an evening in Downtown Reykjavik to experience the nightlife in one of the many...
DAY 3
Your third day in Reykjavik is reserved for two iconic sights in Iceland, the Blue...
DAY 3 - STOP 1
The Blue Lagoon is an iconic spot in Iceland, and for good reason. Although it...
DAY 3 - STOP 2
Icelandic horses are a unique breed that has a short and stout stature, fluffy coats...
DAY 3 - STOP 3
As mentioned above, the lights are very unpredictable. You can have completely clear skies and...
DAY 4
Before you head off to explore the waterfalls and glaciers of Iceland's South Coast, spend...
DAY 4 - STOP 1
Take a stroll along Iceland's harbourfront in the shadow of snow-topped mountains to admire the...
DAY 4 - STOP 2
Another must-see in Reykjavik is the Harpa Concert Hall. More than just an events venue...
DAY 4 - STOP 3
After doing some souvenir shopping and exploring all the shops along Laugavegur (a very long...
DAY 4 - STOP 4
Next, go walking on rainbows at Skólavörðustígur, a colourful street opposite to Hallgrímskirkja. This street...
DAY 5
Now that you've seen Reykjavik and the Golden Circle, it's time to take a road...
DAY 5 - STOP 1
Seljalandsfoss is one of Iceland's most famous waterfalls, known for the unique feature of being...
DAY 5 - STOP 2
The next stop is Skógafoss - an impressive, tall waterfall with a mighty force. There...
DAY 5 - STOP 3
The last stop of the day is Iceland's most famous black sand beach along the...
DAY 6
Spend your last day in Vatnajökull National Park, along the South Coast. It is home...
DAY 6 - STOP 1
Jökulsárlón is a lagoon created by Breiðamerkurjökull, a part of the larger Vatnajökull Glacier, which...
DAY 6 - STOP 2
Nearby, you'll find Diamond Beach, a black sand beach that is often covered in glacier...
DAY 6 - STOP 3
Saving the best for last, explore a natural ice cave inside the glacier. This is...
Conclusion
There are plenty of epic adventures to be had in Reykjavik and Iceland's South Coast...
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