Þingvallavatn (anglicised to Thingvallavatn, ‘the Lake of the Fields of Parliament’) is a rift valley lake located roughly forty-minutes drive from Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavík. This location is perfect to visit on a self drive tour. Features of Thingvallavatn Þingvallavatn is partially wi

Fjaðrárgljúfur is a beautiful, dramatic canyon in South Iceland, close to the historic town of Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Explore a wide range of South Coast tours and self drive packages. Fjaðrárgljúfu

Breiðamerkurjökull is the glacial tongue that extends from southern Vatnajökull and into the glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón, creating the icebergs that define this beautiful landmark. Breiðamerkurjökull is constantly retreating, breaking and melting, causing the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon to increase

Djúpalónssandur is an arched-shaped bay of dark cliffs and black sand, located on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Western Iceland.  Discover this area on a tour of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. History & Monuments  The location was once home to a prosperous fishing village, similar to other abandoned

Olkelda is a farm in the south of Snaefellsnes that draws its name from a mineral spring close by. Visitors are allowed to drink from the water in the spring, which is naturally carbonated. Picture

Grjótagjá is a small lava cave located near lake Mývatn in north Iceland, famous for featuring a beautiful geothermal hot spring in its depths. Though it cannot be entered, the Mývatn area can be d

Hellissandur is a village dating back to the 16th Century, found on the northwesternmost point of the Snaefellsnes peninsula in West Iceland. Explore this area while on a self-drive tour in Iceland

Kaldidalur Valley is a highland road and Iceland’s second-highest pass. Kaldidalur is known for being one of the most scenic drives in the country, offering stunning views of various natural lan

Hellnar is an old fishing village on the westernmost part of the Snaefellsnes peninsula. It used to be one of the largest fishing stations of the peninsula, with the oldest written record of seafaring there from 1560. Explore this region on a tour of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. History of Hellna

Svartifoss, in spite of being just 20 meters (66 feet) tall, and not particularly powerful, is one of Iceland’s most popular waterfalls. The beauty of its formation and surroundings draw thousands of guest a year and have inspired artists for centuries. No guided tours to Svartifoss are available

Kirkjufell, or 'Church Mountain', is a distinctly shaped peak found on the north shore of Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula, only a short distance away from the town of Grundarfjörður. It is o

Hvanneyri is a small agriculture and church centre in the West of Iceland and can be visited 80 km north of Reykjavik in the municipality of Borgarbyggð. The settlement, known for its history of far

Hitardalur is an ancient manor estate and vicarage in the valley of the same name in West Iceland, close to Borgarnes. Explore this area on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo above from Wikimedia

The Northeast of Iceland is one of the country’s eight traditional regions, encompassing diverse landscapes like waterfalls, lakes, fjords, and coastal towns. It is also home to Akureyri, the most populous town in Iceland outside the Capital Region. Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in the

Fnjoskadalur is a valley in South-Thingeyjarsysla county in North Iceland. It is home to Vaglaskogur, the country's largest birch forest. The best way to visit this area is on a relaxed self drive tour. One of the best options for doing so is this 7-day Arctic Coast Way self drive, available

Eyrarbakki is a charming village with a population of roughly 600 people. Once a leading port and trading center for the south, Eyrarbakki has a rich history to go with its quaint beauty.  Photo from Unsplash, by Freysteinn G. Jonsson. Eyrarbakki is located in the south of Iceland, about 28 mile

Reykjanes is a peninsula in South West Iceland, characterized by immense lava fields, volcanoes, and heightened geothermal activity. One of the best ways to enjoy this region is by taking your time

The LAVA Centre is an interactive, high-tech educational exhibition dedicated to Iceland's volcanic activity, its history, and the formation of the Icelandic landscape. Appropriately located near several of Iceland's most famous volcanoes and geological sites, such as Eyjafjallajokull and H