Destination Iceland
Known as “The Land of Fire and Ice”, the country is home to some of the largest glaciers in Europe, and the most active volcanoes in the world. Personalize your trip!
The Land of Fire and Ice
Iceland is a country of extreme contrasts. Known as “The Land of Fire and Ice”, Iceland is home to some of the largest glaciers in Europe, and some of the most active volcanoes in the world. It is also the land of light and dark, with long summer days (about 24 hours of sunshine) in contrast to short winter days, with only a few hours of daylight.
In addition to the modern and cosmopolitan capital Reykjavík, the population centers are small, with small towns, fishing villages, farms, and villages clustered along the coastal banks. The interior, however, remains totally uninhabited and unmarked by humanity: the beautiful desert of ice fields, the windswept plateaus, the infertile deserts of lava and ash in the icy vastness of Vatnajökull, the largest glacier in Europe.
Iceland's location at the summit of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge also gives it one of the areas with the highest volcanic activity on Earth, peppered with a little bit of everything: natural occurrence of hot springs, scorching pools of bubbling mud, and noisy steam vents for a chain of violent and unpredictable volcanoes. Some of the must-see attractions include: the Blue Lagoon, hiking through Hornstrandir, the Askja volcanic crater, Skaftafell National Park, and Þingvellir National Park to see the Northern Lights and learn more about the country.
Touristic spots
Reykjavik
Capital of the country, Reykjavik is known for being a small city, but its friendly atmosphere rewards a visit. There's a lot to do in the city, including its museums, famous buildings, or even just sitting in a cafe and watching the Icelanders talk to each other.
Things to do in Reykjavik
- Parliament House - A classic 19th-century structure built in 1881. The Icelandic Parliament is called Althingi. Next to the parliament is Reykjavik Cathedral, the seat of the Icelandic bishopric.
- Harpa - Theater for conferences and concerts, is located in the port of Reykjavik. The structure is covered in steel with colored glass panels.
- Hallgrimskirkja - Church, located on top of a hill, with towers 75 meters high, where from the top you can enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the city of Reykjavik.
Best time to go to Iceland
Between mid-June and August, Iceland receives the highest number of visitors, who take advantage of the warmer temperatures to discover the country. However, the season chosen for the trip is very important so that the expectations of each client can be adjusted.
Cool temperatures keep visitors away, but the Northern Lights peak in winter. The suggestion is to visit between the months of September and April, when the nights are longer, increasing the possibilities of watching this natural phenomenon.
In summer, between the months of May and August, the days are longer, generating the phenomenon known as the midnight sun. Due to this clarity, it is not possible to see the Northern Lights in these months.
Choosing to visit in autumn, spring and winter may be a good option for those who are looking for lower prices on accommodation and plane tickets.
How to go to Iceland
1. If you want to take an incredible trip around Iceland without worrying about anything, choose the best travel package here.
2. If you already know all the destinations you want to visit in Iceland, create your itinerary here.
3. If you already have everything planned and you just need a ticket to Iceland, talk to one of our flight consultants and get the best flight options.
Suggested itinerary in Iceland
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