Iceland Travel Guide: Waterfalls, Glaciers & Best Itinerary

Why Visit Iceland

Iceland packs glaciers, waterfalls, volcanic landscapes and geothermal hot springs into a country you can circle by road in under two weeks — making it one of Europe's most dramatic road trip destinations.

The Golden Circle

This popular day route from Reykjavík covers Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall — a good introduction to Iceland's landscapes in a single day.

The Ring Road

Iceland's Route 1 circles the entire island, passing black sand beaches, glacier lagoons like Jökulsárlón, and countless waterfalls. A full loop typically takes 7-10 days to do justice.

Northern Lights and Hot Springs

The Northern Lights are best seen from September to March on clear, dark nights away from city lights. The Blue Lagoon is the famous geothermal spa, though smaller, less crowded lagoons exist across the country.