Dreamy Iceland self-driving trip, unlocking the romantic chapter of the polar wonderland
🌎Under this remote and mysterious Arctic Circle, Iceland is like a shining pearl, attracting the hearts of countless travelers with its unparalleled natural scenery and unique cultural charm. Driving in Iceland is a romantic encounter with glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls and aurora. Every frame is a beautiful picture of nature. Today, let me take you on this dreamy self-driving trip to unlock the ultimate beauty of Iceland!
⭐️Route recommendation: Highway 1
Highway 1 is the most famous self-driving route in Iceland. This route can circle around Iceland and cover all the must-see attractions, including the Golden Circle, black sand beach, Lake Myvatn, Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, etc. At the same time, the scenery along the way is also excellent, including waterfalls, glaciers, hot springs, geothermal heat, tundra, oceans and other ultimate natural scenery. If you have enough time, a tour around the island on Iceland’s Highway 1 is the best choice!
🚩Reykjavik → Vík → Hofen → Egilsstadir → Mývatn Region → Akureyri → Reykhot → Snæfellsnes Peninsula → Grindavik → Reykjavik
🌼Daily schedule
DAY1: Airport—Reykjavik Pier—Lake Tonin—Hallgrim Cathedral—Sun Voyager
DAY2: Thingvellir National Park—Geysers—Gullfoss—Kerið Crater
DAY3: Seljalandsfoss – Skogafoss – DC-3 plane wreckage – Reynisfjara Black Beach – Vík Town Church
DAY4: Swati Falls—Skaftafell Glacier—Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon—Diamond Beach—Hoffen Town
DAY5: Lake Lagar—Henji Falls—Voskrusfjordur—Egilsfjordur—Seydisfjörður
DAY6: Dettifoss – Lake Myvatn – Dark Castle – Waterfall of the Gods – Akureyri
DAY7: Akureyri - Seal Center - Laufás Thatched House Museum - Straw Hat Mountain - Basalt Wall - Steskiholmi
DAY8: Grindavik – Borgarnes Fjord – Blue Lagoon Hot Spring – Reykjavik
🌸The self-driving mileage is about 1,500 kilometers, and the recommended travel time is about 8 days, which is suitable for everyone.
💖Overview of attractions
✔️Hallgrim's Church: Located on a hill in the center of Reykjavik, it is named after the famous Icelandic writer Hallgrim's to commemorate his great contribution to Icelandic literature. Built in 1930, it is a landmark building in Reykjavik. The church has a novel design and is a pipe organ structure. The main hall is more than 30 meters high and can accommodate 1,200 people. The main tower is 72 meters high. You can take the elevator to the top floor to overlook the entire capital.
✔️Thingvellir National Park: Located near Reykjavik, it is the site of the world's oldest democratic parliament. Now it has become a place where the Icelandic people hold festive events. The national park is close to the Icelandic Rift Valley attraction, which is the boundary between the Eurasian and American tectonic plates. As one of the filming locations of "Game of Thrones", it is well known to many fans of the show.
✔️Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: Located at the southern end of Vatnajökull, the lake bottom is 200 meters deep and is the second deepest lake in Iceland. The lake is blue and clear, with oversized ice cubes of different shapes floating on the lake. Taking an amphibious boat on the glacier lake to watch ice floes of different shapes is a major feature of this glacier tour. Movies such as "Tomb Raider", "The Birth of Batman", "Who Should Be Confronted", "The King of Conquers" and more have all been filmed here.
✔️Dettifoss: A waterfall near Lake Myvatn in Jökulsárgljúfur National Park. Its source is the Vatnajökull Icefield and flows into the Jökulsárgljúfur Canyon. It is about 100 meters wide and 44 meters high. It is considered to be one of the waterfalls with the largest drop and largest flow in Europe. . Due to the large amount of water in Dettifoss, you can find the location of the waterfall by hearing the sound of water.
✔️Waterfall of the Gods: Near the famous Lake Myvatn in Iceland, it is named after a legend. In 999 or 1000 AD, Iceland converted to Christianity, and the gods of Viking belief were thrown into this waterfall. The waterfall is just off Highway 1, and you can park your car to get a closer look at the whole thing. The drop of the waterfall is not that big, and you can also see experts kayaking.
☀️Self-driving in Iceland is a journey about exploration and discovery. Here, you will witness the endless charm of nature and feel the shock and baptism of your soul. Whether you are a self-driving enthusiast or a photography expert, Iceland will bring you an unforgettable travel experience. Bring your courage and dreams and let’s go!
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