Iceland Explorer: 6-Day Adventure
11 cities |
15 attraction(s) |
total distance 853
km
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Day1
Day2
Day3
Day4
Day5
Day6
Day1: Reykjavik
2 attraction(s) ·
39 km
2
The famous geothermal hot spring in Iceland, Blue Lagoon (also known as Blue Lake), is located on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Formed by volcanic lava, the water temperature is around 37-39℃ and rich in minerals such as silicon and sulfur. Soaking in the hot springs allows one to not only admire the beauty of the aurora borealis, but also to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis. It is approximately 13 kilometers from Keflavík International Airport and only 39 kilometers from the capital city of Reykjavik.
Day2: Biskupstungnahreppur > Reykjavik
3 attraction(s) ·
47 km
1
Protected beauty spot with dramatic rocky scenery, lakes & ridges plus a national historical shrine.
38
km
3
Day3: Vestur-Eyjafjallahreppur > Austur-Eyjafjallahreppur > Mýrdalshreppur
3 attraction(s) ·
53 km
2
Striking 60m falls over a sheer, rocky cliff along the former coastline, with a viewing platform.
27
km
Day4: Hofn > Vatnajokull National Park
3 attraction(s) ·
34 km
1
Iceland is known as the "Land of Ice and Fire", and the largest ice cap in the country is Vatnajökull, covering an area of 8,420 square kilometers, which is about one twelfth of the total area of Iceland. What's even more astonishing is that beneath the ice, there are unique volcanic calderas, hot springs, and lava flows.
33
km
2
Jökulsárlón, also known as Glacier Lagoon, is one of the largest and most famous lakes in Iceland, located at the southern end of the Vatnajökull glacier. With a depth of up to 200 meters, it is the second deepest lake in Iceland. The lake water is a deep blue and clear, filled with variously-shaped large icebergs. One of the highlights of visiting here is taking a tour on an amphibious boat to admire the floating ice blocks. Many famous movies have been filmed here, including "Tomb Raider", "Batman Begins", and two James Bond movies, "Die Another Day" and "A View to a Kill".
1
km
3
At the southeast mouth of Jokulsarlon glacier lake into the sea, the water volume of the lake is huge, carrying a large number of ice blocks. These ice blocks are often washed onto the black sand beach by ocean currents, forming a unique diamond beach landscape.
Day5: Egilsstadir > Fljotsdalshreppur
2 attraction(s) ·
30 km
2
An hour-long hike leads to this dramatic cascade falling from a height of 128 m. over striated rock.
Day6: Myvatn
2 attraction(s) ·
33 km
1
Mi Lake has excellent natural hot spring resources and is a must-visit tourist attraction for travelers. While enjoying the hot springs, you can also fully appreciate the surrounding scenery, which is no less stunning than the famous Blue Lake in the capital city. The charm of Mi Lake awaits your exploration!
33
km
2
Located near the Mývatn Lake in Iceland, Goðafoss is a famous waterfall named after an ancient legend. It is said that in the year 999 or 1000 AD, Iceland converted to Christianity and the idols of the Norse gods worshipped by the Vikings were thrown into this waterfall. Goðafoss is also located next to the Ring Road, making it easily accessible for tourists to enjoy this beautiful sight.
