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- Iceland Experiences: Geography, Northern Lights and More<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Iceland Activities: Things to Do, Customer Stories and More<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- About Iceland: Culture, History, Food and More<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Planning Your Iceland Trip: Money, Things to Know and More<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nExperiences in Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Whether you plan on fording the fjords, tackling a glacier climb or simply bouncing between bistros in Reykjavik, Iceland has plenty of experiences to satisfy those in search of a cold-blooded adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More on experiences in Iceland:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Top 12 Things to Do in Iceland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLand of Fire & Ice: Iceland Geography & Geology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Forged by intense geological activity, Iceland is a land of dramatic extremes where steaming active volcanoes, icy-blue glaciers, boiling geysers and frigid waterfalls exist side by side. Although this challenging terrain is a dream for outdoor adventurers, it might just be the country’s dozens of geothermal springs, or hot pots as the locals call ’em, that attract visitors from near and far in search of much-needed winter warm-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Geological marvels await:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Iceland Waterfalls Guide<\/a>
Photo Essay from Iceland Express Tour<\/a>
<\/a>6 Hot Springs in Iceland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Intrepid-Travel-iceland_thingvellir_np_aurora.jpg\")
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The world’s most spectacular natural light show, the Aurora Borealis is a phenomenon that can enchant even the most seasonal affective disordered soul. The chances of spotting the ethereal lights increase in the colder months, with vibrant, dancing patterns that offer a brief respite from the long, dark nights of winter. Before your epic pursuit begins, check out our resources on the Northern Lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aurora hunters assemble:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
What to Expect on an Iceland Tour<\/a>
<\/a>Northern Lights Tours<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n![\"4](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Intrepid-Travel-Iceland_Jokularson-Glacier_Glacier-Hike-Waterfall_Ryan-Bolton7497.jpg\")
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From the classic Golden Circle route to the black sand beaches of the South Coast and the otherwordly mud-scape of the steamy Blue Lagoon, Iceland’s activities are as diverse as its landscapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Itinerary worthy activities:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Top 6 Hikes in Iceland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Although you’d think Iceland’s seasons were something like ice, icier and iciest, this Arctic country does, in fact, have four distinct seasons as well as a high season and off-season for tourism. Crowds tend to be thinner in the shoulder months of May and October, and Autumn can be a particularly magical time to visit. Although days are getting drastically shorter, the windblown landscapes are speckled with red and yellow, and early sunsets will leave the scenery bathed in warm, golden light. With opportunities to go hunting for the Aurora Borealis in winter and party all night under the summer’s Midnight Sun, there really is no wrong<\/em> time to visit Iceland.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Read more about Iceland’s seasons:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Iceland Winter Travel Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We like to think the landscapes speak for themselves, but occasionally, our customers have words that paint a destination perfectly. Check out what Intrepid travellers have to say about their trip to Iceland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hear what Intrepid customers have to say:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Iceland Travel Reviews<\/a>
An Intrepid Traveler Gets Married on an Iceland Trip<\/a>
What Happened When I Travelled to Iceland with Mum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nExperience it for yourself<\/h2>
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Northern Lights Escape<\/a><\/div>6 days<\/span><\/div>View trip<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/ipf\/BIPI.jpg\")
Premium Iceland in Winter<\/a><\/div>8 days<\/span><\/div>View trip<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/ipf\/BMSI.jpg\")
Iceland Discovery<\/a><\/div>8 days<\/span><\/div>View trip<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Intrepid-Travel-iceland_reykjavik_city-skyline-winter_ss-640338985.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nAbout Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Culture & Customs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Despite living in the shadows of a long, dark winter for much of the year, Icelanders continue to find themselves at the top of the UN’s ‘World Happiness Report.’ Because when the days are short and the wind is whipping, there’s nothing like a good party to instill some cheer. Icelandic people have strong pride in their nation, and several festivals throughout the year celebrate the country’s Scandinavian heritage with an emphasis on Viking mythology. A trip to Iceland during Thorrablot<\/em> or the Viking Festival will give you an insider look at this Nordic nation’s culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learn to party Iceland-style:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
What Festivals are Celebrated in Iceland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nFolklore & History<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A giant island-shaped whale that feasts on fishermen, easily offended elves with revenge fantasies, child-hungry trolls and a horse with backwards hooves luring riders to their deaths… these terrifying tales are more than just a dark and twisted parallel universe of Mother Goose; they’re instruments of survival. With such a harsh and challenging landscape, these tales that date back to the 12th century were storybook tools to teach children how to survive extreme conditions and respect Iceland’s myriad of naturally deadly environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The cheerful locals are more than happy to discuss the mystique surrounding elves and Yule Lads, although equally protective and willing to reroute construction projects so as not to disturb their mythical homes. Museums around the country offer further looks into the culture, history and folklore of Iceland, and no trip is complete without visiting a few must-visit mythology spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Take a deep dive into Iceland\u2019s history:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Overview of Iceland’s Unique Folklore <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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With more adventure activities than you can count on two hands and icy temps that threaten to freeze even the hardiest of Viking spirits, food in Iceland serves two very important purposes: to keep you fueled and warm. Boasting more sheep than people and over 5,000 km of coastline, Icelandic fare heavily features native lamb, fresh seafood and skyr, a type of yogurt that has been part of the local diet for almost a thousand years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The capital city of Reykjavik has become a quirky culinary destination where hot dogs are essentially a food group, coffee culture is triumphant (they like it hot, strong and all day long) and seasonality is the name of the game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Warning: don’t read on an empty stomach:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
6 Things to Eat in Iceland<\/a>
<\/a>What to Drink in Iceland<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nFarm towns & Cities in Iceland<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavik, is the central hub of our dreams: quaint, quirky, entirely walkable and a great jumping-off point for exploring the island. But away from the buzz, Iceland’s rural farm towns put a positive spin on “the middle of nowhere.” Many of these “towns” are modest villages, populated with more flaxen-haired horses and flocks of puffins than actual humans and set before screensaver-worthy landscapes. If you fancy a slower pace, can never see too many waterfalls and would rather socialize with locals in a local hot spring than in a bar, Iceland is the place for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More on cities and towns in Iceland:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Our 5 Favorite Small Towns in Iceland<\/a>
Why You Should Visit the Westfjords<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"A](\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Intrepid-Travel-IcelandThorsmo\u0308rk-National-Park-view-pax2.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nPlanning Your Trip to Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A trip to Iceland has never been easier thanks to airline stopover programs. Without any additional airfare, you can fly between major cities, making a pitstop in Reykjavik and spending up to seven days exploring the country. And because we want you to see as much of the world as possible, many Intrepid trips in Iceland have itineraries that are under 7 days, making a stopover pretty much a no-brainer. What are you waiting for?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Craft your Iceland itinerary:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
5 Day Iceland Itinerary<\/a>
<\/a>Why Iceland is perfect for Solo Travel<\/a>
<\/a>Iceland on a Budget<\/a><\/p>\n\n\nDiscover more on our Iceland trips<\/h2>
- Iceland Activities: Things to Do, Customer Stories and More<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
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