7 days in Iceland Itinerary

You'll explore and learn at National Museum of Iceland and Perlan. Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Off-Road Tours. Step out of Reykjavik with an excursion to Thingvellir National Park in Thingvellir--about 46 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, admire all the interesting features of Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition, and admire the masterpieces at Gerdarsafn Kopavogur Art Museum.

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Reykjavik trip itinerary maker app.

Rome, Italy to Reykjavik is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Rome to Reykjavik. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Rome in January; daily highs in Reykjavik reach 3°C and lows reach -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to drive to Vik.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Reyniskirkja Church, stroll through Black Sand Beach, and then stroll through Reynisfjara Beach.

For where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Vik tour planner.

Getting from Reykjavik to Vik by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Vik when traveling from Reykjavik in January, with lows around 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Blaskogabyggd.

On the 23rd (Sun), take in the dramatic scenery at Gullfoss Falls and then relax and rejuvenate at Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin.

To see traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Blaskogabyggd attractions planning app.

You can drive from Vik to Blaskogabyggd in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Traveling from Vik in January, expect a bit cooler with lows of -1°C in Blaskogabyggd. On the 24th (Mon), you're off to home.