11 days in Iceland Itinerary

Geysir tourism revolves around a famed geyser, which goes from very calm to extremely volatile depending on the subterranean seismic activity at the time.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): take in the natural beauty of Strokkur, admire the sheer force of Gullfoss Falls, witness a stunning natural landmark at Haukadalur, take in the dramatic scenery at Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall, then take in the dramatic scenery at Bruarfoss Waterfall, and finally take in the natural beauty of Geysir.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Geysir travel route website.

Porto, Portugal to Geysir is an approximately 12-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive. Expect cooler weather when traveling from Porto in January: highs in Geysir hover around 3°C, while lows dip to -1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Vik.

Iceland's southernmost village, Vik, sports some of the country's wildest and most dramatic coastline.

Change things up with these side-trips from Vik: Volcano Eyjafjallajokull (in Selfoss) and Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall (in Hella). Next up on the itinerary: admire the sheer force of Skogafoss, take an in-depth tour of Skogar Museum, stroll through Black Sand Beach, and enjoy some diversion at Vik Swimming Pool.

For maps, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Vik journey planning app.

You can drive from Geysir to Vik in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Traveling from Geysir in January, Vik is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Reykjavik.

Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, effortlessly combines small-town charm with heaps of big city energy.

Get out of town with these interesting Reykjavik side-trips: Thingvellir (Thingvellir National Park & Galgaklettur) and Thermal Spas (in Grindavik). Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.

To find reviews, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Reykjavik online trip builder.

Traveling by car from Vik to Reykjavik takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Vik in January, plan for little chillier nights in Reykjavik, with lows around -1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.