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Iceland is a land of contrasts and famous for its hot springs, waterfalls, volcanos and glaciers. Rarely does anyone go to Iceland for a city break - instead, the most popular attractions are the natural wonders that are easily reached by using a rental car.

Regardless of the length of your trip - days, weeks or months - Iceland has plenty in store for all seasons.

About Iceland

Destination guides in Iceland

South Iceland is famous for its waterfalls and black beaches. The road number 1 passing through the southern tip of the island is an attraction on its own: there’s an endless view over rugged mountains, fields and lava fields.

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The Golden Circle is the best-known day trip in Iceland and an easy way to learn about the versatile nature of the island. You could start conveniently from, for example, Reykjavik.

There are bus trips to the three key attractions (geysirs, Gullfoss and Thingvellir National Park), but the best way to visit the sites is with a rental car at your own speed.

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The best assets of the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik, are its natural baths and the small, sympathetic center with picturesque pedestrian streets. On offer, there are boat trips out to the sea in front of Reykjavik, and day trips to the southern and western parts of the island – back and forth in one day.

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Snaefellsnes peninsula is an excellent target for a whole-day road trip by using a rental car. There are attractions all around the peninsula and enough activities to spend several days, if you have a lot of time on your hands.

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