How many nights do I need?

We suggest 5–10 nights. Our Iceland packages can be extended or shortened to suit you.

Can I combine Iceland with another destination?

Yes. Many travellers pair it with a neighbouring destination — use the trip builder or mention it in your inquiry.

Gullfoss waterfall on the Golden Circle dropping in tiers into a canyon, with a rainbow in the spray, Iceland

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Iceland

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Requirements depend on your nationality. Please check official government guidance; we can point you to the right resources.

Glaciers, geysers and the northern lights

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Why go to Iceland

A volcanic island of waterfalls, black-sand beaches and glacier lagoons — with auroras overhead in winter.

Most travellers begin in Reykjavík. Our specialists typically suggest 5–10 nights to see the highlights without rushing — longer if you’d like to combine regions or add beach time.

Best time: Jun–Aug (midnight sun), Sep–Mar (auroras)
Suggested length: 5–10 nights
Packages from: $1,678 pp
Main gateway: Reykjavík
Time zone: UTC+0
Currency: Icelandic króna (ISK)

Iceland at a glance

Capital: Reykjavik
Region: Northern Europe, Europe
Currency: Icelandic króna (ISK)
Language: Icelandic
Dialling code: +354
ISO codes: IS · ISL · 352
Local time: —Atlantic/Reykjavik

Country details are maintained by our travel specialists. Live weather is provided by an external service and updates automatically.

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Best time to visit

Recommended: Jun–Aug (midnight sun), Sep–Mar (auroras)Possible, with trade-offs

Key attractions & experiences

Golden Circle

Iceland's best-known scenic route: a loop of roughly 250 km from Reykjavík that takes in the rift valley of Þingvellir, the erupting Strokkur geyser and the two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall.

Jökulsárlón

A glacial lagoon where icebergs calved from Breiðamerkurjökull drift towards the sea, with ice washing up on the black sand of Fellsfjara, known as Diamond Beach, just across Route 1.

Skógafoss waterfall falling between moss-covered cliffs onto a black gravel riverbed, south Iceland

South Coast

The stretch of Ring Road between Reykjavík and Höfn, lined with waterfalls such as Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the black sands of Reynisfjara near Vík and, further east, glacier lagoons.

Green aurora borealis over snowy mountains, reflected in a river at night in Þórsmörk, Iceland

Northern lights

From roughly September to April, dark and clear nights in rural Iceland give a chance of seeing the aurora borealis. Sightings are never guaranteed, so check the cloud and aurora forecasts.

Destination guide

Explore 16 places in Iceland

Landmarks, sacred sites, islands, parks and food streets — each with its story, the best time to go and what’s nearby.

16 places in Iceland

Nature

Bláskógabyggð, South Region

Golden Circle

Iceland's best-known scenic route: a loop of roughly 250 km from Reykjavík that takes in the rift valley of Þingvellir, the erupting Strokkur geyser and the two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall.

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Nature

Breiðamerkursandur, South-East Iceland

Jökulsárlón

A glacial lagoon where icebergs calved from Breiðamerkurjökull drift towards the sea, with ice washing up on the black sand of Fellsfjara, known as Diamond Beach, just across Route 1.

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Nature

Rangárþing eystra and Mýrdalur, South Region

South Coast

The stretch of Ring Road between Reykjavík and Höfn, lined with waterfalls such as Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the black sands of Reynisfjara near Vík and, further east, glacier lagoons.

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Viewpoint

Nationwide, Iceland

Northern lights

From roughly September to April, dark and clear nights in rural Iceland give a chance of seeing the aurora borealis. Sightings are never guaranteed, so check the cloud and aurora forecasts.

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A walking path through a rocky rift gorge at Þingvellir, with mossy lava walls and a lake in the distance

National park

Bláskógabyggð, South Region

Þingvellir National Park

A rift valley north-east of Reykjavík where the Alþingi assembly met from around 930 to 1798, now a national park and UNESCO World Heritage Site with gorges, a lake and the Silfra fissure.

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Strokkur erupting a tall white column of water and steam in front of a hill under a cloudy blue sky

Nature

Haukadalur, Bláskógabyggð, South Region

Geysir & Strokkur

The Haukadalur geothermal field, whose Great Geysir gave its name to geysers worldwide; today the star is Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes up to about 30 m high.

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Gullfoss cascading in two steps into a canyon under blue sky, with a rainbow in the spray and wildflowers in front

Waterfall

Bláskógabyggð, South Region

Gullfoss

The 'Golden Falls', where the glacial Hvítá river drops in two steps into a narrow canyon; a protected nature reserve and a symbol of Icelandic conservation.

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Seljalandsfoss falling from a green cliff into a pool, with a path across the lowlands under a pink evening sky

Waterfall

Rangárþing eystra, South Region

Seljalandsfoss & Skógafoss

Two of the South Coast's best-known waterfalls, about 30 km apart: Seljalandsfoss, with a path behind the falls, and the broad curtain of Skógafoss, often crowned by a rainbow.

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Beach

Mýrdalur, near Vík, South Region

Reynisfjara black sand beach

A striking black sand beach between Dyrhólaey and Mount Reynisfjall, with basalt columns, the Hálsanefshellir cave and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Its waves are dangerous: keep well back from the water.

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Iceland · 5 nights4★ Hotel

Northern Lights & Golden Circle

Aurora hunt
Golden Circle
Geothermal lagoon

Includes accommodation · private transfers · daily breakfast · guided sightseeing

Indicative from

$1,678 pp

NatureAdventure

Iceland · 8 nights3★ Lodge

Iceland South Coast Self-Drive

Jökulsárlón
Skógafoss
Glacier hike

Includes accommodation · private transfers · daily breakfast · guided sightseeing

Indicative from

$2,028 pp

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Sample itinerary

Northern Lights & Golden Circle

6 days · 4★ hotel · indicative from $1,678 pp. Every day can be adjusted.

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Day 1
Arrive in Reykjavík
You’re met on arrival and taken by private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to settle in — your travel specialist will have left a welcome pack with local tips.
Day 2
Golden Circle
Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss in one classic loop. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 3
Jökulsárlón
Icebergs drift across a glacier lagoon to Diamond Beach. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 4
South Coast
Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss and the black sands of Reynisfjara. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 5
Day at leisure
A free day to explore at your own pace. Suggested: glacier walks, geothermal lagoons, whale watching. Optional excursions can be pre-booked as add-ons.
Day 6
Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast before your private transfer to the airport or onward journey.

Food, culture & things to do

Food

Lamb soup, skyr, Arctic char

Culture

Sagas, design shops and Reykjavík’s music scene

Shopping

Lopapeysa wool jumpers

Activities

Glacier walks, geothermal lagoons, whale watching

Practical information

Language: Icelandic
Currency: Icelandic króna (ISK)
Time zone: UTC+0
Gateway: Reykjavík
Best for: Hiking, Photography, Wellness, Wildlife

Entry requirements depend on your nationality. Please check official government guidance before you travel — your specialist can point you to the right resources.