Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
Two worlds in one Iceland outing. You get a guided whale-watching cruise with heated indoor cabins and warm flotation overalls, then FlyOver Iceland, a motion-based ride with wind and scent effects. I really like the realism of the whale boat experience and the way the guide explains what you’re seeing out on the water. One … Read more
A warm pool in Iceland changes your whole mood. The Secret Lagoon in Flúðir is all about a simple geothermal soak at Gamla Laugin, with entry booked in advance so you can focus on relaxing (not hunting for tickets). I like that you get unlimited time in the oldest pool in Iceland, so you can … Read more
You can learn real geothermal power fast. This exhibition at the Hellisheiði ON Power plant makes the invisible visible, with multimedia displays, interactive experiments, and big views of how geothermal energy turns into electricity and heat. It’s an easy add-on to a South Iceland road trip, and you set your own pace as you explore … Read more
Bond fans, meet the real spy behind the myth. This one-hour lecture is a smart mix of WWII espionage and movie history, centered on Sir William Stephenson and the question of whether he helped inspire James Bond. I also love the live Q&A built into the session, with a storytelling style that keeps the room … Read more
Three icons in one day. This Golden Circle plus Blue Lagoon Comfort plus Northern Lights combo is built for people who want big Iceland hits without juggling bookings. I like that the important entry items are included—Kerið and your Blue Lagoon Comfort ticket—so you can focus on the scenery (and not your wallet). The small … Read more
Early Iceland gets storytelling speed. The Settlement Center is a smart, low-effort way to understand how Iceland got going, and it does it through audio narration and two distinct exhibition levels. You’ll move from the island’s earliest settlement story to a vivid retelling connected to Egils Saga, with famous Viking poet Egill Skalla-Grimson at the … Read more
Three hours that feel like a vacation. This Blue Lagoon ticket with transfer is a smooth way to get to Iceland’s most famous geothermal spa without fiddling with buses. I like the air-conditioned pickup ride and the fact that your entry package can include towel, robes, masks, and a drink (depending on Comfort vs Premium). … Read more
Vikings, but make it touchable history. At Saga Museum near Reykjavik’s harbor, you walk through life-like wax scenes that trace Iceland’s story from the earliest settlers to the Reformation. I especially like how the tour is built around a clear timeline, and how the figures help complicated centuries feel simple and human. One drawback: the … Read more
Whales are the main event here. This premium Reykjavik safari pairs a RIB speedboat ride with a real wildlife hunt around Faxaflói bay, from the Reykjavík Old Harbour. I especially like that you get live English guidance plus the kind of boat designed for comfort and close viewing, not just a quick look from far … Read more
Iceland’s story starts with a ticket. This skip-the-line option gets you into the National Museum of Iceland fast, so you can spend less time at the door and more time learning about how Iceland became Iceland. I like that it’s built around an easy mobile ticket and an English experience. Two things I really like: … Read more
A hot spring with lake views helps. Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths are a relaxing add-on to the Golden Circle, where you can soak in natural geothermal water, hear the hot spring working below your feet, and take breaks in steaming rooms. I love how the setting feels Icelandic and local, not built only for selfies, … Read more
Hot water and trees, minutes from Akureyri. That simple combo is what makes Forest Lagoon feel special: geothermal baths in a birch-and-pine forest, with wide views over Eyjafjörður. You get a big warm pool for hanging out, a smaller hotter option, swim-up bars, and a dry Finnish sauna plus a cold plunge, all in one … Read more
Your soak starts the second you step outside. Krauma’s geothermal baths put you right next to the natural energy of the Deildartunguhver hot spring, with outdoor pools that let you choose your mood: five warm pools plus one cold pool, all paired with views of the steam-and-heat world outside. I especially like the mix of … Read more
Reykjavik has a museum like no other. The Icelandic Phallological Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of phalluses, with 300+ specimens covering 120 species. It also stays local: independent, family-owned, and built from donations worldwide. I really like how the displays connect the subject to the history of phallology, so it feels more … Read more
Hot water, big planning energy. The Blue Lagoon is Iceland’s famous geothermal spa, and this package is built to get you there and back with round-trip transfers—so your only real job is to soak. Two things I really like: the option for door-to-door pickup around Reykjavik (and from cruise ports), and the way the entrance … Read more