Iceland - Land of fire and ice, northern lights
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Iceland

Land of fire and ice, northern lights

370K
Population
103K km²
Area
Jun-Aug
Best Time
EuropeNatureArcticAdventure
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Iceland Travel Essentials

Best Time to Visit

SummerWinter
Months: June-August, September-MarchSummer for midnight sun and highlands access. Winter for northern lights but harsh weather.

Important Dates

Midnight Sun Season
June to July
24-hour daylight - best for road trips and hiking
Northern Lights Season
September to March
Dark skies reveal aurora - October/March best balance
Highland Roads Open
Late June - Early September
F-roads to interior only accessible in summer
Iceland Airwaves
Early November
Reykjavik music festival - intimate venues, global artists

Safety

Very Safe (10/10)Extremely safe country - nature is the main hazard
Tips:
  • Emergency number: 112
  • Check road.is and vedur.is daily - weather changes fast

Money & Costs

$180.00/dayLuxury
Cards: Widely accepted
Tipping: Not expected - included in prices