Route: Iceland: very expensive and magically beautiful - Reykjavik, Iceland

The route covers the main attractions of Iceland, starting with the capital Reykjavík. The trip includes visits to the Snæfellsjökull Glacier, Godafoss Waterfall, Lake Mývatn, Víti Volcano and Namaskård Geothermal Springs.

Distance
407.4 km
Duration
3 days
Mode
Places
Start
Рейкьявик, Исландия
End
Нордюрланд-Эйстра, Исландия
Stops
3
Video author
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Stops on this route

  1. Рейкьявик, Исландия
  2. Вестюрланд, Исландия
  3. Нордюрланд-Эйстра, Исландия

Useful for your trip

Timing
Best time to visit Iceland: June 21-30. During this period, the weather is gentle and the landscapes are bright.
Save money
Drink tap water in Iceland – it's of good quality. No need to buy bottled water. Pick up an empty bottle from your hotel and refill it on the way.
Avoid
Clothes in Iceland are very expensive: a simple hat costs about $70, rubber boots from $65 to $140. Bring all the necessary warm uniforms with you in advance.
Tip
Remember the local wisdom: "Iceland has no bad weather, only bad clothes." Take water-repellent jackets, warm pants, socks and mittens.
Tip
Visit the Olkéda Mineral Spring on your way from Reykjavík. The water is rich in iron and is suitable for people with heart and kidney diseases.
Tip
The Snæfellsjökull glacier is considered one of the most energetic places on Earth. Mediums and psychics come here. Here you can make wishes.
Tip
Dupalon Beach has a deep lagoon with incredible waves, black sand and rocks. The wind can be very strong.
Transport
There is a tunnel under the ocean about 160-170 meters deep, passing for 6 km.
Tip
For whale watching, head to the port of Hauganes. The probability of meeting whales is about 80%. Whales migrate between Iceland and Greenland in search of food.
Tip
In the city of Akureyri (the northern capital, ~20 thousand inhabitants) there is a small airport and beautiful intersections with hearts. It is a good base for exploring the north of Iceland.
Tip
Visit the Godafoss Waterfall in the north. In 1000, statuettes of pagan gods were thrown there during the transition of Iceland to Christianity.
Avoid
Lake Mývatn is full of midges in June. It is difficult to stay there for more than 10 minutes, especially if you crush a midge on yourself - others will attack you.

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