Iceland Travel Guide

Iceland 10-day in-depth travel guide

Preliminary preparation

- Documents: Get a passport in advance, make sure it is valid for more than 6 months, and apply for a Schengen visa.
- Clothing: The temperature in Iceland is low and changeable, so prepare thick waterproof and windproof down jackets, warm jackets, thermal underwear, snow boots, hats, scarves, and gloves.
- Others: Prepare cash in Euros or Icelandic Krona, as some places only accept cash; bring conversion plugs, power banks, and cameras; download offline maps in advance for easy travel.

Itinerary planning

- Day 1: Arrive in Reykjavik, visit Hallgrímskirkja Cathedral, admire its unique architectural style, stroll around the city, and taste Iceland's special fermented shark meat.
- Day 2-3: Start the Golden Circle tour and visit the old parliament, geyser and Gullfoss waterfall. The scene when the geyser erupts is spectacular and the Gullfoss waterfall is majestic. On the second day, we went deeper into the surrounding area and explored some small canyons.
- Day 4-5: Head to the south coast to see Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. You can walk behind the waterfalls to experience the wonders of the water curtain. Stroll along the black sand beach and admire the basalt columns and unique sea views. The next day, go to the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon to watch the ice floes floating in the lake. If you are lucky, you may see seals.
- Day 6-7: Visit the northern Myvatn region, geothermal area, strange landforms like the surface of the moon, craters and hot springs. On the second day, soak in the natural hot springs to relax your body and mind.
- Day 8-9: Self-drive in the Westfjords, enjoy the magnificent coastline and fjord scenery, and watch seabirds. The next day, we continued our exploration and enjoyed the pristine natural scenery.
- Day 10: Shopping in Reykjavik, buy wool products, fish oil and other specialties, and prepare for the return trip.

Transportation Guide

- External transportation: Take an international flight to Keflavik International Airport.
- Internal transportation: Self-driving is the most convenient, and you can rent a car in advance; there are also buses connecting major towns, but the frequency is infrequent.

Notes

- Iceland's weather is changeable, so pay attention to the weather forecast and adjust your itinerary before traveling.
- Pay attention to the road conditions when driving, as some sections are narrow and the conditions are complicated.
- Respect local cultural customs and protect the natural environment.