I’ve included lots of detail in the following 10-day itinerary, and I’ll also be following up this post with another––a guide to traveling Iceland in a camper van, i.e. not so much the itinerary as the logistics involved. It too will be laughably thorough, don’t you worry. So...
In a country where 'ice' is part of the name, it's good to be prepared Driving in Icelandis likely to be different than what you’re used to back home, even if you’re used to snowy, icy winters. Below are important tips to keep in mind if you’re travelling on ourself-drive to...
Managing your own itinerary and not being beholden to a driver or other passengers gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Enjoying a lie-in, getting up and going at the crack of dawn, or just moseying around looking at interesting stuff as you find it makes driving in Georgi...
There is only one known waterfall in the world where you can walk around the cascading water, and, you guessed it, it’s in Iceland. The Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is a mainstay of Earth porn images, with a 60-metre high slim chute of water falling prettily into an awaiting pool below. ...
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One of the top waterfalls in Iceland, you can experience Dettifoss on your Diamond Circle road trip. Turn off Route 1 and drive along Road 864 to reach the east bank. 3. Ásbyrgi canyon You may not associate Iceland with lush greenery, but that’s exactly what you can find at Ás...
It is also not just snow and ice that you should look out for while driving in Iceland. Strong winds and flooding are two other factors to be aware of when traveling. Many travelers have underestimated the power of the wind with consequences ranging from having their favorite hat blown into...
Basically, the Ring Road covers most of the country, as shown in blue on the map above. It bypasses part of North Iceland (in red), the Westfjords (dark blue) and the Snæfellsnes peninsula (purple). These can always be added to a summer itinerary for a deeper exploration of ...