Modrudalur farm is the highest location in Iceland that is inhabited by people, sitting at an elevation of 1539 feet (469 meters) above sea level. There are many ways to experience Modrudalur farm. For example, you can connect with the locals by staying in one of the turf homes or doing a ring ro

The Gufufoss waterfall is the largest in Seydisfjordur fjord, located in the beautiful East Fjords of East Iceland.  The waterfall's location in East Iceland is near various attractions, allowi

Kringlan is the largest shopping mall in Reykjavik, with over 170 stores. It's easy to visit the Kringlan shopping center as part of a guided shopping tour of Reykjavik. Alternatively, you can go

Brjanslaekur port is a single-pier harbor and ferry terminal in Northwest Iceland, from where the ferry Baldur to Stykkisholmur and Flatey island departs.  Tourists can visit the stunning destination as part of multi-day tours in the Westfjords, which also takes visitors to the Snaefellsnes peninsu

The Eldheimar Museum is a museum in Vestmannaeyjar (the Westman Islands) exhibiting the 1973 Eldfell volcano eruption, one of Iceland’s most significant natural disasters in recent history. Travele

Hofskirkja turf church in Southeast Iceland is the youngest of Iceland’s distinctive and rare turf churches.  As an attraction off the beaten path but still close to major Icelandic destinations, Hof

Stjornarfoss waterfall is a beautiful waterfall on Iceland’s South Coast, easily accessible on a Ring Road tour.  Travelers interested in marveling at less crowded Icelandic attractions will find the Stjornarfoss waterfall a great stop. You can seek it out as an added stop on South Coast self-drive

Thakgil, spelled "Þakgil" in Icelandic, is a canyon in South Iceland with campsites and hiking trails.  Hiking and camping enthusiasts often visit Thakgil on self-drive tours and spend a night

Hrunalaug Hot Spring is a secluded natural bathing area in the gorgeous and rugged Southwest Iceland countryside. Visiting the hot springs is an excellent way to unwind from a day of adventuring. Y

The Ofaerufoss waterfall, spelled Ófærufoss in Icelandic, is a spectacular sight in the Icelandic Highlands.  The waterfall is located in an off-the-beaten-track location where trekking is required.

Landeyjahofn is one of two ports where visitors can catch the ferry to the Westman Islands, also known as Vestmannaeyjar in Icelandic. Given the popularity of the Westman Islands, Landeyjahofn is a s

Sturlungalaug hot springs, Guðmundarlaug in Icelandic, is a small natural pool located on the eastern part of the Snaefellsness Peninsula.  The hot spring is situated on an off-the-beaten path, makin

The Fljotsdalur valley is a vast and lush oasis in East Iceland, home to beautiful attractions of waterfalls, a lake, grasslands, and hiking trails.  Travelers taking a self-drive tour in Egilsstadir

Bjarnarfoss waterfall is a 262-foot (80-meter) waterfall located in the southern part of the Snaefellsness Peninsula.  Due to its location in Snaefellsness, there are a lot of tours travelers can j

The White-Tailed Eagle Center is a small museum in Kroksfjardarnes at the base of the Westfjords, dedicated to white-tailed eagle preservation. Travelers can enjoy a stop at the White-Tailed Eagle Center on the way to or from the Westfjords. A museum visit ties in perfectly with this epic 13-day

The Klifbrekkufossar waterfalls are a series of seven waterfalls in the Eastfjords and a hidden wonder of East Iceland. Travelers who want to visit this hidden gem of the Eastfjords can join a Small Group Tour of East Iceland from the town of Egilsstadir, which will visit it if conditions allow.

  Rutshellir cave, also known as the Cave of Rutur, is one of the largest man-made caves in Iceland, famous for its mysterious origin and folklore. There are currently no tours that include Rutshell