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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

Browse our impressive catalogue of information about Iceland and you will soon find out that your subject of interest is just one click away.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.
  • Where to GO?
  • WHAT TO SEE?
    • All Attractions
    • Churches
    • Farms
    • Film locations
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Murders
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • Trout
    • Wintersport
  • WHERE TO STAY ?
    • All Accommodation
    • Camping
    • Cottages
    • Farm Holidays
    • Guesthouses
    • Hostels
    • Hotels
    • Mountain Huts

Travel Guide

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

We’ve also gleaned information about accommodation options all over the country, so you don’t have to. Simply select your area and start browsing.

Bus Schedules

Travel Iceland by bus and book your transport right here with us. You can book a one way ticket to almost anywhere in Iceland.

You can also plan your bus travel from A to Z and add numerous bus rides to your cart. Plan away!

Recreation

Travel Market

Iceland has so many great options for any type of recreational activities. Our recreation guide will help you find great information on your favourite hobby or interest while visiting our beautiful country.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.

The Nine Wonders of Iceland

We split Iceland into nine different regions to make your search for information easier. Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.

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Practical information before enter Highlands

Region: Highland
Coordinates: 63.854269° N 19.25016° W

Practical Highland Iceland  Quick reference travel guide for travelling to central highland

Destination: Landmannalaugar – Thorsmork – Skogar/Fimmvorduhals –  Kjolur route 

  1. Arriving Keflavik Airport (Reykjavik) Accommodatons Keflavik Airport.
  2. Airport Express bus from Keflavik Airport to Reyjavik area
  3. Car rental – Campers, Caravan
  4. Accommodations in Reykjavik – Hveragerdi – Selfoss – Hella – Hvolsvollur – Seljalandsfoss – Skogar
  5. BUS SCHEDULE – HIGHLANDS & INTERIOR
  6. BUS SCHEDULE – SOUTH ICELAND

Mountain Huts – Hiking Trails Highlands – Camping Highland – Camping South Iceland

FjallakofinnStores:  Clothing / Gears for hiking & camping <> Tax Free – VAT refund in Iceland

Rent camping gear: Tent, sleeping bag, dining accessories and more.

Checklist for hikers

Highland restaurants/Food stores: Hrauneyjar – Landmannalaugar – Alftavatn – Thorsmork  – Skogar

Highland Picture
Highland Saga
Highland maps

Useful links:

Bonus supermarket 

Vegagerdin
View Conditions of Mountain Roads  tel +354 1777.

Safetravel
Iceland Search and Rescue

See more information about the Highland.

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Practical information before enter Highlands

Einhyrningur Mountain
Lake Alftavatn
Basar Valley
Torfajokull glacier
Teigstungur
Domadalur Route (F-225)
Domadalur Valley
Sottarhellir Cave
Markarfljot river
Maelifellssandur
Landmannahellir
Emstrur
Fjallabak Sydra Route
Fjallabak Nature Reserve
Godaland
Husadalur
Hrafntinnusker
Hamraskogar
Thorsmork
Sydra Fjallabak 4x4 Trail
Landmannalaugar
Langidalur Valley - Thorsmork
Mt. Brennisteinsalda
Almenningar - Laugavegur Hiking Trail
Tindfjoll
Markarfljot River
Domadalur Route Saga

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Practical information before enter Highlands

Hiking in Thorsmork
Lake Alftavatn
Maelifellssandur
Laugavegur Hike - Guided tour
Hellismannaleid Hike - Landmannalaugar to Rjupnavellir and Leirubakki Farm
Alftavatn - Emstrur - Thorsmork Hike
Landmannalaugar - Alftavatn Hike
Alftavatn Restaurant - Volcano Huts
Thorsmork Native Birchwoods
Laugavegur - Hike from Landmannalaugar or Thorsmork
Hiking Trails in Central Highlands
GALTALAEKUR
FROSTASTADAVATN
Hiking Landmannalaugar area
Travel Guide Landmannalaugar Area

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Practical information before enter Highlands

Camping in Thorsmork
Utivist Mountain Hut - Dalakofinn
ITA Hrafntinnusker Mountain Hut
ITA Mountain Huts at Lake Alftavatn
ITA Mountain Huts Botnar in Emstrur
Volcano Huts - Husadalur Thorsmork
Utivist Basar Mountain Huts in Thorsmork
Utivist Mountain Hut Strutur
ITA Hvanngil Hut
Sydra Fjallabak 4x4 Trail
ITA - The Iceland Touring Association (Ferdafelag Islands)
Thorsmork Mountain Huts
Travel Guide Landmannalaugar Area

Links in Practical information before enter Highlands