The route from Reykjavik to Akureyri is a popular day trip for many Iceland tours. During the drive, you'll learn interesting facts about the sights as well as the land and its people. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace and want to split the journey into two days, there are opportunities for detours. That's why we've included the area around the Hraunfossar waterfalls and the Vatnsnes Peninsula in the guide.