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Iceland has it all. It's one of those destinations that will make you feel like you've accidentally stepped into another planet and didn't hate it; in fact, you'll probably want to do it again. A diverse region, it has Volcanoes, Waterfalls, Ice Lagoons, Hot Springs, Geysers, Beaches, Caves, Hiking trails, and beautiful scenery, not to mention - the northern lights.
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Day 1
Day 1: Golden Circle
Land in Keflavík Airport (KEF)
Go straight to the Blue Lagoon (20 mins from the airport). Reservation required.
Hit the hot spots of the Golden Circle:
Thingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area (Strokkur Geyser), Gullfoss waterfall, and Kerið crater
Stay in Reykjavík. I recommend The Reykjavic Edition (high budget), The 101 Hotel (medium budget), or the Hotel Reykjavic (local chain).
Day 2
Day 2: South Coast
Visit the waterfalls along the ring road
Seljalandsfoss & Gljúfrabúi
Skógafoss: I'd recommend hiking it and checking off 5-6 waterfalls
Drive up to viewpoint at Dyrhólaey
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Stay at a hotel off Ring Road
Day 3
Day 3: South East Coast
Join a Katla Cave Tour
Visit the Vatnajökull National Park & hike to see the unique Svartifoss waterfall
Stay near Diamond Beach
Day 4
Day 4: South East Coast II
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
See by foot, boat, or even kayak (tours available)
Diamond Beach - across the street from lagoon
Head back and stay in Reykjavic
Day 5
Day 5: Reykjavic
Explore Reykjavic (the Capital)
Check out a pool or Sky Lagoon (5/5)
Head to airport
Additional Days
There are so many choices of things to do and tours to join in Iceland.
Top 2 additions to add in additional days:
The Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Ask about active volcanoes in the area; if you're lucky to catch one, you may be able to see it up close!
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This guide is part of our ongoing series on travel to Iceland.