Sample 5-day itinerary to Iceland (from Reykjavík):
Day 1:
- Hallgrímskirkja: Visit Reykjavík's iconic church with panoramic views from the tower.
- Harpa: Check out the modern concert hall and cultural center with beautiful architecture.
- Perlan: Discover a view of the city and an exhibition about Icelandic natural phenomena.
- Laugavegur: Stroll along the main shopping street with shops, cafes and restaurants.
- Aurora Borealis: In the evening, go to observe the Northern Lights.
2nd day:
- Golden Circle: Visit Þingvellir National Park, where the tectonic plates meet, the Strokkur geyser in the Geysir geothermal area, and the Gullfoss waterfall, which is one of the most beautiful in Iceland.
- Kerið: Explore a volcanic crater filled with turquoise water.
Day 3:
- Jökulsárlón: See the glacial lagoon where huge icebergs float and walk along Diamantá beach, where ice floes washed ashore create amazing scenery.
- Skaftafell National Park: Hike to Svartifoss waterfall, surrounded by black basalt columns.
- Vik: Stop in the village of Vik and walk along the black beach of Reynisfjara, where you will see the unique basalt cliffs and the sea cliffs of Reynisdrangar.
4th day:
- Seljalandsfoss: Visit a beautiful waterfall that you can walk around from behind on the trail.
- Skógafoss: Admire the massive waterfall and climb to the top for panoramic views.
- Sólheimajökull: Walk the glacier and explore the ice formations.
- Dyrhólaey: Stop at the promontory with the lighthouse for a beautiful view of the coast and the ocean.
Day 5:
- Blue Lagoon: Relax in the thermal waters of this world-famous geothermal spa.
- Reykjavík: Spend the rest of the day exploring the city, its museums and cafes, or take a short whale watching cruise.