Hvitserkur waterfall is a charming waterfall in West Iceland, just 22 miles (36 kilometers) north of Thingvellir National Park. The waterfall’s off-the-beaten-path location makes it ideal for travele

The Lambafellsgja fissure is an exposed narrow fissure located on a small hill in the Lambafell nature preserve on the Southern peninsula. Travelers looking for a family-friendly adventure off the to

The Gardar BA 64 is Iceland’s oldest steel ship, a former whaling and fishing vessel, now lying on the Patreksfjordur fjord shoreline in the Westfjords. Travelers wishing to see the shipwreck can tak

Graenalon glacier lagoon in Iceland, spelled Grænalón in Icelandic, is a shrinking glacier lagoon in South Iceland.  Located near Skaftafell Nature Reserve, Graenalon glacier lagoon is an excellent a

  Reydarfjordur village is a charming little village on the longest fjord of East Iceland,  known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. Visit this beautiful Icelandic attraction on an Eastf

Gluggafoss waterfall is a two-tiered waterfall located in South Iceland and is part of a series of waterfalls flowing from the Merkja river.  Travelers who love waterfalls should not miss the view of

Einhyrningur, which translates to Unicorn mountain, is an exceptional inactive volcano in the Southern Highlands of Iceland.  For those interested in hiking, photography, and sightseeing, traveling t

Yoda Cave is a natural wonder nestled in the heart of black sands and lava fields along Iceland’s South Coast.  There are several opportunities to visit Yoda cave and the surrounding natural wonders, like this Semi-Private Caving Tour on the South Coast or as an added stop on this 3-Day Private Pho

Djupavogskorin, spelled Djúpavogskörin in Icelandic, is a lesser-known hot spring in East Iceland that’s fantastic for hot spring bathing with a middle-of-nowhere feel.  Close to the famous Ring Ro

Irafoss waterfall (spelled Íráfoss in Icelandic) is a South Iceland hidden gem that few tourists take the time to visit.  Some local horseback tours swing by the falls, or you can add an Irafoss wate

Rjukandi waterfall is one of the tallest waterfalls in Iceland, easily accessible from the Ring Road. Explore this breathtaking attraction by taking a self-drive tour in Northeast Iceland. Travelers

Flokalundur village is called Flókalundur in Icelandic and is a small village with a lot of heart that makes a great stopping point in the Westfjords.  You must stop by if you’re driving the Westfjor

Englandshverir hot spring is a series of hidden hot spring pools in the geothermal area of West Iceland near Reykjavik. The geothermal pool is near Iceland’s capital but off-the-beaten-path. Traveler

Grimsfjall hot spring is an off-the-beaten-track bathing area near the Grimsvotn volcano in the Vatnajokull National Park.  Intrepid travelers with hiking experience can visit the bathing area indepe

Svortuloft, spelled Svörtuloft in Icelandic, is a 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) long pitch-black coastal cliff with a bright orange lighthouse situated at the western tip of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in W

Bolafjall is a mountain peak you can drive up in Bolungarvik in the Westfjords, offering incredible views across Isafjardardjup fjord and its surrounding mountain ranges. Enjoy the freedom of a custo

Blahylur lake, spelled Bláhylur in Icelandic and also known as Hnausapollur, is a stunning crater lake in the Southern Highlands. Travelers can discover Blahylur’s beauty on this full-day Landmannala

Mjoifjordur is the name of a fjord and a small village in the East Fjords area of Iceland. You can visit this beautiful strip of water and a tiny settlement with the same name by taking a slight detour from a seven-day self-drive tour of the Ring Road. Alternatively, you can take your time and expl