You have to visit Iceland at least once! Because the price has dropped!!!
Visa: Chinese mainland citizens need to apply for a Schengen visa 2 to 3 months in advance. Prepare financial proof, flight and hotel reservations, itinerary, work certificate, and other materials.
- Flights: There are no direct flights from China. You can choose connecting flights with Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines, etc., and transfer in a European city to Keflavik International Airport in Reykjavik.
- Clothing: Wear a light windbreaker, long pants, and sneakers in summer, and bring a raincoat. Wear thermal underwear, a thick down jacket, and waterproof boots in winter, and wear a hat, scarf, and gloves.
- Items: Bring a power bank, non-slip shoes, a waterproof and windproof jacket, thermal underwear, and gloves that allow you to use your phone. If you don't like the local food, you can bring some instant noodles.
Recommended attractions
- Reykjavik area: Hallgrimskirkja, Harpa Concert Hall, and Lake Tjornin. There are also the Golden Circle, Langjokull Glacier, whale watching, and Raufarholshellir Lava Tunnel nearby.
- Southern Iceland: Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Vik Black Sand Beach, Vatnajokull National Park, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, and Diamond Beach.
Recommended food
- Lamb soup: Made with lamb as the main ingredient, stewed with potatoes, carrots, and other vegetables. It is rich in flavor and nutrients.
- Skyr yogurt: Delicate texture, rich in protein and calcium, with blueberry, strawberry, and other flavors.
- Lobster soup: Made with fresh and high-quality lobster, delicious, and a combination of lobster and spices.
- Icelandic fish stew: Made with cod as the main ingredient, stewed with potatoes, onions, and other vegetables. The fish is tender, and the sauce is rich.
Transportation guide
- Self-driving: You need to have a driver's license and notarization. The road conditions in Iceland are complex, and some areas have poor road conditions. There may be ice and snow in winter, so drive carefully.
- Group tour: There are many local travel agencies that offer various routes and activities, which are convenient and suitable for tourists who do not want to drive or are not familiar with the local situation.
Itinerary
- 6-day tour
- D1: Reykjavik, visit Hallgrimskirkja, Harpa Concert Hall, and other attractions in the city.
- D2: Golden Circle day tour, visit Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss, and see the aurora at night.
- D3: Seljalandsfoss - Skogafoss - Vik Black Sand Beach.
- D4: Vatnajokull National Park - Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - Diamond Beach.
- D5: Lake Tjornin - Parliament Square - Perlan - Blue Lagoon.
- D6: Snaefellsnes Peninsula, enjoy the sea stacks, Budir Black Church, and other attractions.