Iceland

5 stops through Iceland. Follow them in order, or choose a shorter stretch.

Reykjavík → Akureyri → Vík í Mýrdal → Höfn → … (+1 stop)

Reykjavík · Akureyri · Vík í Mýrdal · Höfn · Seyðisfjörður1. Reykjavík2. Akureyri3. Vík í Mýrdal4. Höfn5. Seyðisfjörður
Dots follow the stops below. The dotted line shows travel order, not roads.

~ marks an estimate. Budgets are per day in US dollars. Check services and fares before setting out.

  1. Reykjavík

    Iceland · Daily budget ~$151

    Reykjavík is Iceland's cultural and economic centre. It also serves as a major tourism hub for exploring the country.

    Reykjavík to Akureyri

    Transport details are not recorded.

  2. Akureyri

    Iceland · Daily budget ~$156

    Akureyri combines a scenic fjord setting with eclectic architecture. Its cultural scene and access to remote natural sights make it a useful base in North Iceland.

    Akureyri to Vík í Mýrdal

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  3. Vík í Mýrdal

    Iceland · Daily budget ~$169

    Vík í Mýrdal is a small south-coast base near Reynisfjara's black sand and basalt sea stacks. Glaciers and nearby waterfalls add variety to days exploring the surrounding landscape.

    Vík í Mýrdal to Höfn

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  4. Höfn

    Iceland · Daily budget ~$163

    Höfn offers a quieter base for glacier hiking and visits to Jökulsárlón. The nearby Hornafjörður lagoon mixes Atlantic and glacial waters.

    Höfn to Seyðisfjörður

    Transport details are not recorded.

  5. Seyðisfjörður

    Iceland · Daily budget ~$147

    Seyðisfjörður is a ferry gateway with a connection to Nordic noir. Trapped used the town as a main filming location, and surrounding trails range from short walks to longer treks.

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