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Iceland 3 Day Itinerary
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items Iceland is one of my all time favorite countries! We were there Sept 30- Oct 2 2024 for the 2nd time. We rented a car and drove all over the Reykjanes peninsula then headed north of Reykavik to the town of Hveragerdi, which was our home base for the ...
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Day 2
Day 3
Day 1
We arrived early in the morning, grabbed a nap at START hostel, explored the Reykjanes peninsula and ended the day near the town of Hvergardi.
We pre-booked our car rental from Lava Car Rental. There is a shuttle that will take you to and from the airport. They have a wide variety of vehicles to choose from, including camper vans. All of their vehicles are outfitted with the correct tires f...
Lava Car Rental
We stayed here for a few hours to catch some sleep as we took a red-eye flight to Iceland. The hostel is a short drive from the airport. The staff were very friendly and the building was very clean. The rooms were clean and the beds were comfortable....
Nap and Go at Start Hostel : r/VisitingIceland - Reddit
2 lighthouses on the Reykjanes peninsula
Gardskagi Lighthouses - Guide to Iceland
Beautiful stone church built in 1886-1887
Hvalsneskirkja Church | Reykjanes Peninsula - Iceland Travel
This lighthouse was built in 1906-1907 and according to a 2007 survey from the Icelandic Maritime Administration, it is the most popular lighthouse among Icelanders. You can walk up the hill to the base of the lighthouse and get a great view of the g...
Reykjanes Lighthouse
Valahnúkur Mountain is along the coast of the Reykjanes Peninsula, offering stunning views of the coastline. You can also see Eldey Volcanic Island and the Karlinn troll rock from here. You can park near the lighthouse and walk all around the geother...
Valahnúkur Travel Guide - Guide to Iceland
The Great Auk Memorial is close to Valahnuker mountain. It is a memorial to a species hunted out of existence.
Great Auk Sculpture at Valahnúkamöl - Atlas Obscura
Come see where the filmed the song Volcano Man from the movie Eurovision! This is a fun, random find at Valahnúkur by Reykjanes lighthouse
Volcano Man (Official Music Video) | Netflix
The Gunnuhver geothermal field is a short drive from the Reykjanes lighthouse. Nothing too exciting but you are able to walk around and see the geothermal vents. It has a very strong sulfur smell!
Gunnuhver - Visit Reykjanes
It is so cool to walk across the bridge and stand on 2 separate continents!
Bridge Between Continents - Visit Reykjanes
This is one of the cutest places we have stayed at. The cottages are a short drive from the town of Hveragerdi. The cottages are small but clean and comfortable. Our cabin was for 2 people and had a small kitchenette, table, living room area, bedroom...
Nupar Cottages, Ölfus (updated prices 2025) - Booking.com
This is a great pizzeria and brewery! They have a wide variety of wood fired pizzas and beers. I think anyone could find something they like here. Like a lot of food in Iceland, it can be on the pricey side but it is worth it.
Ölverk Pizza & Brewery
Day 2
Day 2 was all about hiking!
This is 5.7 mile out and back hike where you can relax in a warm thermal river before starting your trek back to town. I would consider this hike moderately difficult. There is about 800ft of elevation gain in the first mile or so but after that it l... It is an absolutely stunning hike!
Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River
This is a short hike in the town of Hveragerdi. The waterfall is a short walk from the parking lot and you can continue on a trail loop for about a mile. After the waterfall, there's not a lot to see- some geothermal mud fields mostly but it's a quic...
Reykjafoss Waterfall
This is a small, quaint restaurant with great food! It wasn't busy when we were there but I would imagine you would need reservations during peak times just due to the limited seating. Beer and cocktails are available. Their desserts looked amazing a...
Skyrgerðin Restaurant
Day 3
Today was all about snorkeling and chasing waterfalls before driving back to Keflavik. I will say, this was a VERY exhausting day with a lot of driving. While it was worth it, we probably should have skipped Sky Lagoon at the end because it was close...
This bakery has delicious pastries, sandwiches and coffee drinks. Be aware that a lot of bus tours stop there so it may be crowded.
Almar Bakari. Hveragerði | Selfoss | Hellu
I didn't even know snorkeling in Iceland was possible! You snorkel between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates! We booked with Dive.IS and had a fantastic experience. The water is 36 degrees Fahrenheit year round because it is fed by a glacier. You are provided with all of the necessary cold gear. You are in the water for about 30-40 minutes, but the entire experience takes about 3...
Silfra Snorkeling Day Tour - DIVE.IS
Get 3 waterfalls for the price of one! Bruarfoss is the most popular waterfall and is often crowded. The trail is 4.1 miles out and back with parking on either end. We started out on the Bruarfoss end. The trail is fairly flat but can be muddy and sl...
Hlauptungufoss, Midfoss and Brúarfoss Waterfalls, Southern Region, Iceland - 1,125 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
Gullfoss is Iceland's most famous waterfall. It is two tiered with multiple platforms and viewing areas. The power of the water is truly remarkable! It is a huge tourist attraction and crowded so be prepared. The visitor center is huge and has a rest...
Gullfoss Waterfall Travel Guide | Guide to Iceland
Bruarhlod Canyon is a beautiful walk with a lot of geological features. We just did an out and back walk but they also offer rafting tours in the summer!
Bruarhlod Canyon - Guide to Iceland
We have been to Sky Lagoon twice and I can't recommend it enough. Relaxing in the warm water while looking out over the Atlantic Ocean is wonderful. Included is a spa ritual that includes a cold plunge, sauna, cool mist, sugar scrub and steam room. T...
Sky Lagoon
We stayed at this hotel for a night because we had an early flight. The hotel is within walking distance of the airport and very convenient. The beds and rooms were comfortable and clean.
Aurora Hotel at Keflavík International Airport (KEF) | Aurora Hotel