"9-Day Tour Around Iceland: Aurora Borealis & Glacial Exploration Experience Viking Legends"
7 cities |
16 attraction(s) |
total distance 1087
km
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Day1: Reykjavik
2 attraction(s) ·
39 km
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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.
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Day2: Reykjavik
3 attraction(s) ·
50 km
1
Sinquefield National Park has waterfalls and Parliament Lake. As a photography enthusiast, you can wait here for the best aurora.
41
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Geyser is one of the famous geysers in Iceland, named for its explosive eruptions. It has the highest water column among all geysers and geothermal springs in Iceland, known worldwide. The entire eruption process can be clearly observed from the vent, especially when the boiling water forms a bowl shape before the eruption, and then the water column turns into steam, shooting up to about 20 meters high, which is very magnificent. In addition, the nearby Strokkur geyser erupts approximately every eight minutes, shooting water columns up to 20 meters high, which is also very spectacular. Geyser is a large circular pool with a diameter of about 18 meters, and in the center of the pool, there is a cave-like opening with a diameter of more than 10 centimeters. The water inside the cave can reach temperatures above 100 degrees Celsius. During each eruption, the water in the cave starts to rumble, gradually boiling, and then it shoots out of the opening, soaring into the sky as a steam column, about 20 meters high. It then splashes down, sparkling like pearls and jade. Each eruption lasts about 1 to 2 minutes and then subsides, repeating this cycle continuously, creating a beautiful and magnificent scenery.
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Day3: Reykjavik
2 attraction(s) ·
26 km
1
Selandjafoss, located in the southwestern part of Iceland, is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country, standing at 60 meters tall. It is situated between the Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, on the Selandjafoss River, about 30 kilometers west of Skogar. This waterfall has been featured in books and magazines and is one of Iceland's most photographed waterfalls. Visitors can walk through a path behind the waterfall and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Additionally, Selandjafoss is conveniently located south of Iceland's Ring Road, making it easily accessible to tourists.
26
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Day4: Vik Handelssted
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
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Translated to English:
In 1991, the black sand beach of Vik, Iceland, was listed as one of the top ten most beautiful beaches in the world by Islands Magazine. The "sand" of the black beach is formed by volcanic lava and has been shaped by sea winds and waves, turning the basalt into black sand. Among the black sand beaches in Iceland, Vik is uniquely characterized by its peculiar-shaped rocks under the cliffs, a long stone-made seawall extending into the sea, and a lava mountain in the vicinity. These elements add to the mysterious and eerie atmosphere of the beach. Many film and television production crews choose this location to shoot scenes of otherworldly planets. Local legends attribute the black color of the beach to witchcraft, but it is actually a natural phenomenon, and the columnar basalt formations under the cliffs are the result of natural geological processes. When you hold the black sand in your hand and let it slip through your fingers, your hands do not get stained with any black color. The black sand beach is highly-translucent and uniquely beautiful.
Day5: Hofn
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
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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.
Day6: Myvatn
2 attraction(s) ·
30 km
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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!
30
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Located in the Mývatn Lake area of Jökulsárgljúfur National Park in northeast Iceland, Dettifoss Waterfall is a stunning natural wonder. It sits on the Jökulsá á Fjöllum river, which runs into the Jökulsárgljúfur canyon, and originates from the Vatnajökull glacier. The waterfall spans about 100 meters wide and is 44 meters tall, making it one of the highest and most powerful waterfalls in Europe. In the summer, its flow can reach up to 500 cubic meters, leaving visitors in awe.
Day7: Akureyri
2 attraction(s) ·
1 km
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Day8: Stykkisholmur > Grundarfjordur
2 attraction(s) ·
32 km
1
A building located on the hilltop of the small town of Sticis Holmi resembles a UFO, but in reality, it is a church.
32
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Unique mountain with a cylindrical shape, a popular spot for photographers & seeing northern lights.
Day9: Reykjavik
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
