32 days in United Kingdom, Reykjavik & Dublin Itinerary

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

Family-friendly places like Hallgrimskirkja and Gullfoss Falls will thrill your kids. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Reykjavik: Thingvellir National Park (in Thingvellir), Geysir (Blesi & Strokkur) and Nine Worlds (in Laugarvatn). Spend the 1st (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: relax and rejuvenate at Blue Lagoon, steep yourself in history at Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition, examine the collection at The Icelandic Punk Museum, and indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink.

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London, UK to Reykjavik is an approximately 6-hour flight. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from London in January: high temperatures in Reykjavik hover around 37°F and lows are around 29°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Thu) early enough to fly to Dublin.

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

Attractions like Guinness Storehouse and St Stephens Green make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: browse the exhibits of Kilmainham Gaol Museum, admire the striking features of Saint Patrick's Cathedral, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and ponder the world of politics at Dublin Castle.

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Fly from Reykjavik to Dublin in 5.5 hours. Traveling from Reykjavik in January, expect Dublin to be somewhat warmer, temps between 46°F and 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Southampton.

Southampton, on the south coast of England, is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Hampshire. Family-friendly places like The Roman Baths and Bath Abbey will thrill your kids. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Southampton: Pennybridge Farm Alpacas (in Hook), Bath (American Museum & Gardens & Fashion Museum Bath) and UK Wolf Conservation Trust (in Beenham). There's still lots to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, look for all kinds of wild species at West Sussex Falconry, get to know the fascinating history of Castle Combe Village, and look for gifts at The Henge Shop.

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Getting from Dublin to Southampton by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and train. January in Southampton sees daily highs of 46°F and lows of 36°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sun) so you can drive to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Natural History Museum and Coca-Cola London Eye. The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Paul's Cathedral, don't miss a visit to Buckingham Palace, and admire the striking features of Tower of London.

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Getting from Southampton to London by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 46°F, and evening lows to 36°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) so you can take a train to Birmingham.

Britain's second-largest city, Birmingham was known as the City of a Thousand Trades and the Workshop of the World in the Victorian era.

Attractions like Small Breeds Farm Park and Room Escape Games make great kid-friendly stops. Explore Birmingham's surroundings by going to Tewkesbury (Arctic Quest Sled Dog Adventures & Tewkesbury Battlefield), Slimbridge (WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre & St John the Evangelist Church, Slimbridge, Glos) and ChocTilly (in Jackfield). There's lots more to do: delve into the lush surroundings at The Forest of Dean, take in the architecture and atmosphere at The Parish Church of St. Mary, don't miss a visit to Temple of Relief, and look for all kinds of wild species at Birdland.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Birmingham online trip builder.

Take a train from London to Birmingham in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 45°F in January, and nighttime lows around 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can drive to Liverpool.

Famous for being the birthplace of the Beatles, Liverpool is a vibrant city with an outstanding cultural heritage.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Room Escape Games and Chill Factore. Venture out of the city with trips to Chester Cathedral (in Chester), River Rafting & Tubing (in Llangollen) and Ladybower Reservoir (in Bamford). Spend the 28th (Sat) exploring nature at Snowdonia National Park. Next up on the itinerary: get thoroughly spooked out with a ghost and vampire tour and take in the spiritual surroundings of Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool.

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You can drive from Birmingham to Liverpool in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Liverpool can reach 46°F, while at night they dip to 38°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Glasgow.

Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.

Attractions like Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Room Escape Games make great kid-friendly stops. There's still lots to do: engage your brain at Glasgow Science Centre, see the interesting displays at The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, stroll around Pollok Country Park, and stop by Sunshine No.1.

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You can take a train from Liverpool to Glasgow in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 44°F in January, and nighttime lows around 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.