Tag: self drive
South Iceland Spotlight: Skógafoss Waterfall
When traveling along the South Coast on Iceland’s Ring Road, there’s quite a bit to see. The stretch of Road between Reykjavik and Vik is particularly interesting. Not only are you close to the sea, but several must-see detours are located here. Between Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Skógafoss waterfall, and the plane crash site at Solheimasandur black sand beach, you’ve got...
Main Stops on Iceland’s Ring Road: Snaefellsnes Peninsula
We've made our way all around Iceland's Ring Road. Now it's time for one last stop: the Snaefellsnes peninsula. Known as Iceland in miniature, this collection of breathtaking natural attractions has everything from the snow-capped Kirkjufell mountain and icy Snaefellsjökull glacier to the impressive Eldborg volcanic crater and hidden hot spring at Landbrotalaug. It's located about two hours north...
A 2-Day Self-Drive Itinerary of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula
The beautiful Snaefellsnes peninsula in West Iceland is one of Reykjavik's most popular day trips. This is for a good reason. The large concentration of many different, typically Icelandic natural attractions in one area has earned this zone the nickname “Iceland in miniature” or “Iceland in a nutshell”. From the mighty Kirkjufell mountain with the beautiful, flowing Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall...
The Trip of a Lifetime: An Iceland Road Trip
Let's be real: who doesn't love a good road trip? There's the freedom of hitting the open road with your close friends or beloved family. The uncontrollable laughter of whatever crazy jokes you guys come up with. Singing at the top of your lungs to your favorite car songs. Bonding over games and stories and creating unforgettable memories. Add...