Land of roaring waterfalls, basalt glaciers, volcanic craters, and Northern Lights
Iceland is Mother Nature in her rawest, most theatrical glory. Where geothermal steam rises from volcanic fissures, roaring glacial rivers carve black sand canyons, and midnight sun illuminates moss-carpeted lava fields.
Curated attractions and cultural landmarks with local insider advice.
World-famous geothermal spa set in a black lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula, filled with mineral-rich milky cyan waters maintained at 38°C (100°F).
Dramatic volcanic black sand beach framed by colossal hexagonal basalt sea stacks (Reynisdrangar) and roaring North Atlantic waves near the village of VÃk.
Iceland’s most thunderous two-tiered waterfall plunging 32 meters into the rugged canyon of the HvÃtá River, creating perpetual mist rainbows on sunny days.
Luminous blue icebergs calving off Breiðamerkurjökull glacier drifting out to sea, where polished crystal ice chunks wash ashore on jet-black volcanic sand.
Editor’s Pick: September to March for Northern Lights & June to August for 24-hour Midnight Sun road trips
Mild with 24 hours daylight
Book hotels 3-6 months ahead.
Schengen Zone rules apply.
Rent a 4x4 campervan or SUV to conquer the Ring Road (Route 1) safely.
$140 – $320 USD.
One of the safest countries on Earth.
Always shower thoroughly without a swimsuit before entering thermal pools and blue lagoons.