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| Iceland Travel Guide for backpackers |
| This amazing country is one of the most exciting destinations on the map and has such an incredible range of landscapes that it is fast becoming one of the most visited European destinations. Its natural features include active volcanoes and immense lava deserts, hot springs, and geysers, as well as magnificent frozen glaciers. |
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Geysir – In this area of hot springs is The Great Geysir, which first erupted in 14th century, and continued to do so until some bright sparks fiddled with it in 20th century and interrupted its natural activity, (You know! These damn tourists!), but all’s well now, if a bit more erratic than before
Gullfoss – This beautiful waterfall is one of the most photographed attractions in Iceland, and has been marked as a national monument by the government.
Myvatn – One of the natural wonders of the world, this reserve is home to a beautiful lake of blue water that teems with bird life, and has ice caves, and volcanic craters.
Reykjavík – Modern Reykjavik with all the conveniences of today also has an old town worth checking out, and a harbour of note.
Outdoor Activities – Iceland is a land of great sporting opportunities, with great skiing, sledding, white water rafting, spelunking, and golf, to name a few. |
 DAILY BUDGET in ICELAND - It has to be said, Iceland is not really a cheap place, (Yeah right, like the Pope is not really protestant.) This country is second only to Japan, which is the most expensive place on the planet. However, don’t despair, there are ways and means of tackling the problem. Chow down at snack bars, bunk down in hostels, and travel on bus passes, and you should be able to make it on about US$50-60 per day. |
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| From the end of August through to the following spring, tourism and attendant facilities come to a halt. So, remember this when you plan your trip. In June, Independence Day brings a festival air to the country with colourful parades and music and dancing in the streets, and general high spirits. Sjomannadagurinn, a commemoration of seafarers, in the first week of June, sees swimming contests, tug-of-war contests, and dramatic staged sea rescues. On Midsummer’s Night, 24 June, people take to rolling naked in the dew, believing it will cure them of certain ailments. August brings the Pjodhatio Vestmannaeyjar, an event of huge bonfires, camping, dancing and generally getting completely, totally, ripped. (Not to be missed) |
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