8 days in Iceland Itinerary

Hvolsvöllur is a small town in the south of Iceland about 106 km to the east of Reykjavík.It is situated in the inland swamps of Landeyjar, in the municipality of Rangárþing eystra and has, as of January 2015, 934 inhabitants.OverviewThe name of the town literally translates to "Hillfield". Explore Hvolsvollur's surroundings by going to Laugavegur (in Landmannalaugar), Vik (Sólheimajökulll, Dyrhólaey, &more) and Skogar (Rutshellir Cave & Skogafoss). Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic scenery at Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall and look for gifts at UNA Local Product.

To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Hvolsvollur online trip planner.

Vilnius, Lithuania to Hvolsvollur is an approximately 90-hour car ride. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is minus 2 hours. In October, daytime highs in Hvolsvollur are 8°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Geysir.

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 19th (Sat): take in the natural beauty of Strokkur, then admire the sheer force of Gullfoss Falls, then take in the natural beauty of Geysir, and finally take in the dramatic scenery at Bruarfoss Waterfall.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read Geysir route builder website.

Drive from Hvolsvollur to Geysir in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In October, daytime highs in Geysir are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can go by car to Reykjavik.

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

On the 20th (Sun), appreciate the history behind Sun Voyager, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hallgrimskirkja, and then have some family-friendly fun at Mink Viking Portrait Studio. On your second day here, admire the masterpieces at National Museum of Iceland and then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Reykjavik travel planner.

You can drive from Geysir to Reykjavik in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus. In October, daytime highs in Reykjavik are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.