Extended Ring Road with Highlands and WestmanIslands
From the highlands and Heimaey island to remote Strandir and the Westfjords
The journey
Iceland's most iconic routes, at your own pace
Trails wind through the colourful rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar, and the volcanoes of Heimaey island. Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon in Vatnajokull National Park is dotted with icebergs, while Lake Myvatn in the north has unusual craters and bubbling geothermal areas. The Troll Peninsula combines coastal views of islands with fishing villages. Remote Strandir has driftwood beaches and waterfalls, and the Westfjords bring Dynjandi waterfall and the red sands of Raudasandur beach. Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, has a charming downtown, a lively music scene and many art galleries.
The route
Where you'll go
What makes this journey
Things you'll remember
Stand before Gullfoss waterfall, the "golden falls"
Walk Reynisfjara beach, facing the Reynisdrangar sea stacks
Gaze over the icebergs of Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon
Visit Seydisfjordur and its pretty blue church
Hear the roar of Dettifoss waterfall
Drive the fjords of the Westfjords to Dynjandi waterfall
Admire Hraunfossar, multiple waterfalls streaming from a lava field
Day by day
The itinerary in detail
The Golden Circle is Iceland's most popular sightseeing route. The three pillars of this region are Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and the Gullfoss waterfall. Thingvellir, a historically significant site, is located in the rift valley between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. The Strokkur geyser, which erupts 30 meters up into the air every 8-10 minutes, is the highlight of the Geysir geothermal area. Gullfoss, the golden falls, is one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls. Apart from the most famous sights, there are several options for activities and lesser-visited gems including the Kerid crater lake and the hot springs town of Hveragerdi.
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