3 Day South Coast Adventure

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What you’ll do

Day 1: Reykjavik to Vík

  • Morning: Reykjavik to Seljalandsfoss

    • Start your journey from Reykjavik and head east towards Seljalandsfoss, a stunning waterfall where you can walk behind the cascading water.

  • Afternoon: Skógafoss, Kvernufoss Skógar Museum

    • Visit Skógafoss and lesser known Kvernufoss, another impressive waterfalls.

    • Explore the Skógar Museum, which showcases Iceland's cultural heritage.

  • Evening: Dyrhólaey and Reynisfjara Beach

    • Drive to Dyrhólaey for panoramic views of the coastline.

    • Visit the black sand beach at Reynisfjara and the famous Reynisdrangar basalt sea stacks.

  • Overnight in Vík or nearby area.

Day 2: Vík to Skaftafell

  • Morning: Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

    • Start your day by exploring the beautiful Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon.

  • Midday: Kirkjubæjarklaustur and Stjornarfoss

    • Visit the charming village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

    • Hike to Stjornarfoss, a picturesque waterfall.

  • Afternoon: Skaftafell National Park

    • Explore Skaftafell, part of Vatnajökull National Park, with various hiking trails and scenic views.

  • Evening: Svartifoss

    • Hike to Svartifoss, a stunning waterfall surrounded by hexagonal basalt columns.

  • Overnight in the Skaftafell area.

Day 3: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach

  • Morning: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

    • Visit the iconic Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where you can see floating icebergs.

  • Midday: Diamond Beach

    • Explore Diamond Beach, where icebergs from Jökulsárlón wash ashore, creating a magical scene.

  • Afternoon: Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Fjadrargljufur Canyon

    • Visit the lesser-known Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon for a quieter experience.

    • If time allows, you could revisit Fjaðrárgljúfur or some other place for a different perspective.

  • Evening: Return to Reykjavik

    • Head back to Reykjavik, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way.

Day Total

75 km (46,6 mi)

1 h 11 min

1

Seljalandsfoss
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Stunning waterfall with unique experience
Categoria
cascata
Direzione

30,1 km (18,7 mi)

26 min

2

Skógafoss
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Majestic Icelandic waterfall
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cascata
Direzione

1,6 km (1 mi)

4 min

3

Kvernufoss
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Hidden gem waterfall in Iceland
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cascata
Direzione

191 m (0,1 mi)

4

Skógar Museum
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Icelandic cultural heritage treasure
Categoria
Museo
Direzione

25,5 km (15,8 mi)

21 min

5

Dyrhólaey
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Stunning views and unique formations
Categoria
giro turistico
Direzione

17,6 km (10,9 mi)

17 min

6

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
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Stunning black sand beach
Categoria
attività
Direzione

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