Ströndin Bistro and Bar

Have you ever wanted to travel to Iceland or see the Northern Lights? Did you know Iceland is only a 5hr 50 min flight from NYC? I sure didn’t! If you want somewhere close to the US but feel like you’re WORLDS away, WITHOUT breaking the bank, THIS is the place for you! Start off in Reykjavík and make your way on an awesome road trip, that will lead you all the way to the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and back, with iconic Waterfall stops, Black Sand Beaches featured on Game Of Thrones, The Blue Lagoon & More! With this itinerary you have options that will keep you busy for days, seeing some of the most beautiful places on earth, in a short amount of time! I personally did this trip from a Thursday to Monday including the travel days! Let’s go adventure! ✈️

This is the itinerary I created for myself for my solo road trip along the South coast of Iceland in mid-January. Of course, it applies to group trips, too, while it assumes you are arriving to KEF airport on the west.

This 5-day fully packed itinerary is the ultimate road trip from Reykjavik to the Southern coast of Iceland! A map with drive times between each incredible stop is included. This guide covers the best waterfalls, hikes, and an ice cave tour, as well as the best bars in Reykjavik to meet other travelers. I did this trip with a friend, but it could easily be done solo!