Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Reykjavik
After you land and pick up your rental car, drive to Reykjavik to start your trip. Walk through the city's charming streets and check out Hallgrímskirkja Church and the Sun Voyager sculpture. If you have time before dinner, grab a meal at a local spot.
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Laugavegur street with its cafes, shops, and galleries
- Visit Hallgrímskirkja Church and enjoy panoramic views from the tower
- Admire Harpa Concert Hall's distinctive glass architecture
- Enjoy seafood at Reykjavik Old Harbour
- Visit Sun Voyager sculpture for photos
Landmarks/POIs Hallgrímskirkja Church Harpa Concert Hall Sun Voyager (Sólfar) Laugavegur Street Reykjavik Old Harbour - Day 2
Skiing at Bláfjöll
Your first full day hits the slopes at Blafjöll, Iceland's largest ski resort. You'll find runs for different skill levels with volcanic landscape views the whole time. Grab lunch on the mountain, then head to Laugardalslaug geothermal pool in the evening to soak and relax.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the slopes)
Optional Activities
- Ski at Bláfjöll (3-day or single-day pass available)
- Rent ski equipment in advance online
- Visit Laugardalslaug geothermal pool with 50-meter pool, hot tubs, steam bath, and saunas
Landmarks/POIs Bláfjöll Ski Resort Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool - Day 3
Skiing at Bláfjöll
Back at Blafjöll for another full day of skiing with a break for lunch on the mountain. Later in the evening, you'll head to Dill Restaurant, Iceland's first Michelin-starred place, for an exceptional dining experience.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain)
Optional Activities
- Full-day skiing at Bláfjöll on diverse slopes
- Dine at Dill Restaurant (modern Icelandic cuisine)
Landmarks/POIs Bláfjöll Ski Resort Dill Restaurant - Day 4
Skiing at Bláfjöll
Spend another day skiing at Blafjöll with a mid-day lunch break on the mountain. That evening, you'll unwind at Sky Lagoon, a geothermal retreat with views of the ocean and lots to explore.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain)
Optional Activities
- Full-day skiing at Bláfjöll
- Visit Sky Lagoon geothermal lagoon with ocean views and 7-step relaxation ritual
Landmarks/POIs Bláfjöll Ski Resort Sky Lagoon - Day 5
Golden Circle
Today you're taking a break from skiing to drive the Golden Circle route. You'll see Thingvellir where tectonic plates meet, watch Strokkur geyser erupt, and check out the powerful Gullfoss Waterfall. This route shows off some of Iceland's most dramatic geology.
Optional Activities
- Explore Þingvellir National Park UNESCO World Heritage site
- Snorkel in Silfra fissure
- Visit Geysir geothermal area and information center
- View Strokkur erupting up to 30 meters high
- Stand before Gullfoss Waterfall
Landmarks/POIs Þingvellir National Park Silfra Fissure Geysir Geothermal Area Strokkur Gullfoss Waterfall - Day 6
Skiing at Bláfjöll
Back on the slopes at Blafjöll for another full day of skiing with lunch break on the mountain. In the evening, head to Sky Lagoon again and this time try out their 7-step ritual for a deeper relaxation experience.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain)
Optional Activities
- Full-day skiing at Bláfjöll
- Visit Sky Lagoon for evening relaxation with 7-step ritual and ocean views
Landmarks/POIs Bláfjöll Ski Resort Sky Lagoon - Day 7
Final Skiing Day at Bláfjöll
Make the most of your last skiing day at Blafjöll, taking in those diverse slopes and volcanic views one final time. After a mid-day lunch break, finish with dinner at Sparibulli, a legendary food truck famous for grilled ribs and BBQ.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on the mountain)
Optional Activities
- Final day of skiing at Bláfjöll
- Dine at Sparibíll food truck (grilled ribs and BBQ specialties)
Landmarks/POIs Bláfjöll Ski Resort Sparibíll - Day 8
Departure from Iceland
It's time to head out and say goodbye to Iceland. Depending on your flight time, you might have a chance for a final lunch and walk around Reykjavik before driving to the airport with all those memories from the week.
Optional Activities
- Final lunch in Reykjavik
- Stroll through Reykjavik city center
