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Vacation in Iceland : Highlights & Travel Tips
Iceland is a destination that feels otherworldly, drawing travelers with its dramatic contrasts of fire and ice. In a single trip, you can see thundering waterfalls, black-sand beaches, glacier lagoons, steaming geothermal fields, and volcanic landscapes that seem pulled from another planet. What makes Iceland especially memorable is how accessible these natural wonders are: even a short road trip can reveal extraordinary scenery, while the country’s small size makes it easy to combine adventure, relaxation, and culture. Reykjavik adds another layer with its creative food scene, design-forward atmosphere, and lively nightlife.
Key highlights include driving the famous Golden Circle, soaking in geothermal hot springs like the Blue Lagoon or quieter local pools, exploring the South Coast’s waterfalls and sea cliffs, and chasing the northern lights in the darker months. In summer, long daylight hours make it ideal for road trips, hiking, puffin spotting, and visiting more remote regions. Practical tips: weather changes quickly year-round, so bring waterproof layers, sturdy shoes, and warm clothing even in summer. Renting a car is one of the best ways to explore, but always check road and weather conditions before setting out, and book accommodation well in advance during peak season.
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Best time to travel Iceland
The best time to visit Iceland is from June through September, with August and September standing out as the most popular months thanks to milder weather, long daylight hours, and excellent conditions for road trips and outdoor sightseeing. July and August are especially good for experiencing the highlands and major natural highlights, while September can offer a great balance of accessibility, fewer crowds, and the first chances to see the northern lights.
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Island Tag 4: finally Iceland
Due to the storm, the ferry is half an hour late, we arrive in Seydisfjödur shortly before 9:00 Icelandic time (11:00 in Germany). The reverse car Tetris takes a while, we are...
The archipelago Vestmannaeyjar
I enjoyed a great day trip to the nearby Vestmannaeyjar archipelago, just off the South coast. The weather was cold and windy, but still beautiful. Just look at the special...
Once upon a time...
... there were three little koalas who set out on June 14th to conquer the land of ice and fire. To Tamara's relief, the two notorious latecomers had booked an extra early...
Arctic Circle
In Akranes, we waited in hopeful anticipation of good weather for the solar eclipse. We would have also gone somewhere else at short notice if there had been good weather there....
On the go again
When we arrived in Skjol 5 days ago, the weather took a turn. There was constant rain and wind all over Iceland. Since there was no destination with better weather, we decided to...
a quiet little spot
We were 'driven' here by the current and upcoming weather.
Reykjavík, August 31, 2024
Reykjavík
Tag 354: Whale watching tour
After having slept in relatively well today, we went on the whale watching tour at one o'clock. Tickets usually cost 70/80 euros, but since one of my host family works there,...
Tag 353: Perlan Museum
Yesterday I picked up Janina from the airport. Together we pitched our tent at a campsite in Reykjavik. We had actually planned to go sightseeing today, but the weather spoiled...
Sandgerdi - Grindavik swimming pool - kreuz und quer - street free Strandakirkja Camping
September 23rd, 2023: When we left in the morning the weather still looked relatively good, but it changed within a short time and it started to rain. By chance we passed the...
Mosskogar Camping - Nationalpark Thingvellir - Kerid Crater - Geysir Strokkur - Gullfoss Waterfall - F 35 bis Hveravellir hot spring
September 17th, 2023: A day full of exciting impressions, very different landscapes and weather conditions: the first stop is at the Kerid volcanic crater with its special red...
Raudisandur - Latrabjerg-Djúpidalur
09/11/2023: Bright sunshine early in the morning, the night was starry (still we didn't see any northern lights... unfortunately) and we set off for Latrabjerg - said to be one...
Ísafjarðarbær - Þingeyraroddi Camping Ground
September 4th, 2023: According to the weather report, it should be a sunny day; So we got up early (for our standards), i.e. breakfast at around 7.30 and then set off on the 624...
Sudavik - Bolungarvíkkaupstaður - Suðureyri - Pingeyri camping
September 3rd, 2023: The second night at the campsite in Sudavik was not as stormy as expected; Accordingly, we slept very well again. Have I already mentioned it: the silence...
Island! Arrival in Seydisfjördur - continuing to Bakkagerdi
18.08.23023: After our arrival in Seydisfjördur in drizzling rain, we park in the harbor and think about our direction while having breakfast. We decide to drive the Ring Road...
Island Tag 3
An exceptionally wet day!
Winter Wonderland Island
Iceland: a magical land in winter too!
Grundafjördur
Grundafjoerdur
Looking for good weather
After yesterday's lovely weather, it has turned. Much colder, wet, and windy. We drove several hundred kilometers south but couldn't really find better weather. At times it was...
#Tag 6 🌋Glaciers, Giant Waves, and a Lava Dessert – Our Day in Southern Iceland.
#Iceland #IcelandTrip #Roadtrip #TravelBlog #Adventure #NaturalWonder #SouthCoast #Jökulsárlón #Reynisfjara #Dyrhólaey #Skógafoss #GlacialLagoon #Icebergs #BlackBeach #Waterfall...
# Between Snowstorm and Hot Tub – A Wild Road Trip to Akureyri ❄️
A day that turned out differently than planned – and that’s precisely what made it unforgettable. Instead of idyllic waterfalls, we faced storm warnings, closed roads, and an...
Akureyri, September 2, 2024
Fortunately, the weather has held up. It is windy in Akureyri, but relatively warm.
Ísafjörður, September 1, 2024
Ísafjörður (in English, Ice Fjord) is a town and fjord in the northwest of Iceland with roughly 3,000 inhabitants. We were welcomed in typical Icelandic fashion: cold, rainy,...
Heimaey, August 30, 2024
Heimaey is an island in the southeast of Iceland, and the town on the island is also called Heimaey. The island is just over 13 km2 in size and has the highest number of...
Day 287: Visit and ride with Sabine and Astrid
Today my mother and her friend Astrid came to our farm. Together with Ingveldur and Stani we sat on the terrace in the sun and drank coffee. Then I showed them both the farm. ...
Reyðarfjörður - Hengifoss - Egilsstadir - Reyðarfjörður
October 3rd, 2023: Beautiful morning walk, surrounded by sugar-covered mountain peaks and the most beautiful autumn colors... Our destination today is Hengifoss - once again one...
Ostfjorde: Campsite Myllulækur (nahe Höfn)-Skútafoss - Fossardalur Campsite
October 1st, 2023: Sunday morning - sleeping in... on a campsite that is located in the middle of incredible nature, with everything Iceland has to offer: on the left out of the...
Strandakirkja - Rjúpnavellir Camping
09/25/2023: Today a waterfall tour is planned: further east we drive carelessly past a few waterfalls to make the first stop at Seljalandsfoss - together with a few other daring...
Hvammstangi - F35 - Hveravellir
September 21, 2023: At night the northern lights appeared above us again...but weaker than the first time; And what's more, it was so cold that we preferred to stay in the car...
Búðardalur - Hellissand
September 13th, 2023: If the weather is good again, today we're going to the Snaefellsnes peninsula, Iceland in miniature. After a stopover in Stykkisholmur with a short tour of...