6 days in Reykjavik & Vancouver Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 20th (Tue): explore the striking landscape of Thingvellir National Park, then take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Iceland, and then appreciate the history behind Sun Voyager. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Hallgrimskirkja, take an unforgettable tour with a helicopter tour, and then boost your wellbeing at a local thermal spa.

For photos, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Reykjavik online trip itinerary builder.

If you are flying in from Iceland, the closest major aiport is Keflavik International Airport. In August, plan for daily highs up to 16°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) to allow time to fly to Vancouver.

Known as "Hollywood North," Vancouver boasts one of the largest film/television industries in the world, second only to Los Angeles and New York.

Vancouver is known for parks, nature, and zoos & aquariums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: walk around Stanley Park, take in the dramatic natural features at Vancouver Seawall, kick back and relax at Kitsilano Beach, and take in the views from Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.

For photos, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read our Vancouver online road trip planner.

Getting from Reykjavik to Vancouver by flight takes about 11 hours. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Pacific Standard Time (PST) is minus 8 hours. In August, Vancouver is somewhat warmer than Reykjavik - with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to fly back home.