Travel Itinerary
Trip to Reykjavik, Iceland • Hiking •
Trip Details
Weather Forecast
For: 2026-01-11
Upcoming Holidays
- 2026-04-02•Maundy Thursday(Skírdagur)
- 2026-04-03•Good Friday(Föstudagurinn langi)
- 2026-04-05•Easter Sunday(Páskadagur)
- 2026-04-06•Easter Monday(Annar í páskum)
- 2026-04-23•First Day of Summer(Sumardagurinn fyrsti)
Winter Hike & Reykjavik Flavors in One Day
Experience a crisp Icelandic winter with a hearty breakfast, a quick visit to Hallgrímskirkja, and an exhilarating hike up Esja to Þverfellshorn. End the day with fresh seafood by the harbor, all within a single unforgettable day in Reykjavík.
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Your Itinerary
Day 1
#1Breakfast at Reykjavik Roasters
Reykjavik Roasters • Reykjavik, Capital Region1 hour
Start the day with expertly roasted coffee and warm pastries in the heart of the city, perfect for fueling up before a winter adventure.
#2Visit Hallgrímskirkja
Hallgrímskirkja • Reykjavik, Capital Region1 hour
WikiAdmire the iconic basalt façade and panoramic city views from the tower of this landmark church.
#3Drive to Esja Trailhead
ApproxEsja • Reykjavik, Capital Region30 minutes
Short drive north to the popular Esja mountain where the winter hike begins; park and gear up for the ascent.
#4Hike to Þverfellshorn Summit
Þverfellshorn • Reykjavik, Capital Region3-4 hours
WikiClimb the snowy slopes of Esja to reach Þverfellshorn, enjoying stark winter vistas and crisp alpine air. Return to the trailhead as daylight fades.
#5Dinner at Sægreifinn (The Sea Baron)
Sægreifinn • Reykjavik, Capital Region1.5-2 hours
Savor fresh Icelandic seafood—especially the famous lobster soup—while reflecting on the day's winter adventure.
