Golden Circle is the most famous tourist route in Iceland. You can visit waterfalls, geysers, and volcanic formations near the country’s capital and the main airport.
Category: Iceland
Iceland Destinations
This collection of realistic Destination Reviews helps you plan your next adventure in Iceland.
The Land of Ice and Fire is a must-visit destination for adventure lovers.
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Iceland is an island right below the Arctic Circle. The country is about equally far from the coast of Greenland and Faroe Islands.
The country sits atop of the continental divide. It is is in both Europe and North America.
Iceland is one of the smallest countries in Europe by population. Less than 400,000 people live in Iceland. Over a third of the population resides in Reykjavik, the capital city.
Keflavik-Reykjavik Airport is the main gateway to the country. Almost all tourists arrive on the island via this airport.
If you are in Denmark or Faroe Islands and have a couple of days to spare, there is another way. You could reach Iceland via a car ferry in the summer.
Once on the island, you might want to get a rental car. It is the easiest way to get around the country. But beware exorbitantly high gas prices.
In fact, almost everything is expensive in Iceland. Keep this info in mind when budgeting for a trip to this country.
Places to Visit
The nickname of the country refers to glaciers and volcanoes. You will find both in this nordic country.
There are three national parks. Thingvellir is the oldest park on the island. It is the best place to view the continental divide and learn about Icelandic government.
Vatnajokull and Snaefellsjokull National Parks protect major glaciers of the country. You could see amazing nordic landscapes in both parks.
The country has a lot of volcanic formations. Stop by one of the famous black sand beaches in Reynisfjara or Fauskasandur.
Iceland also has about 10,000 waterfalls. You can choose from high and low, wide and narrow, easy to reach and hard to see falls. Gullfoss, Skogafoss, Svartifoss, and Dettifoss are a sight to see.
Last but not least, the country is the place for whale watching. Go for a tour to see whales year round.
Takeaways
These realistic Destination Reviews have detailed overviews of each attraction. The goal is simple. You can decide what sights to visit and to skip on your trip to this country.
Each review educates you about the destinations in the country. You will find key aspects of visiting an attraction.
There is information on entrance requirements and fees. You will suggestions on transportation modes, places to stay, and attractions to visit on the way.
Iceland is a tourist magnet. Most of its sights attract large crowds. Follow the tips to beat the crowd and enjoy the sights in solitude.
You can rely on these realistic reviews to plan a once in a lifetime trip to the Land of Ice and Fire (and Waterfalls).
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