The All-time favourite phrase ‘Fire and Ice, no! no! actually, the other way round, “Ice and Fire” best describes Iceland in simple words. From hot bubbling volcanoes to chilled freezing glaciers and ice caves, Iceland is laden in both ice and fire, raising it to be the tempting location for the best family outing.

Along with glaciers, volcanoes, ice caves, there is a lot more to discover in this a-la-mode place of lakes, mountains, trails, hot springs, fjords, lava fields, and many in Iceland. The best way to explore all the natural wonders of Iceland is to take a vehicular trip towards the ring road that embraces all the famous places in Iceland to an impeccable circle.

Not only this Iceland also has many magic’s for its charming nightlife under the lustrous skies of aurora borealis, candle light dinners of fish delicacies, musical waterfalls, and dancing geysers which lure the people of every age group.  In short, Iceland is a giant box of surprises for everyone and is truly one of the best Schengen vacations ever.

Some Important tourist documents must be submitted prior to the Iceland trip are listed below:

• Flight Itinerary for Travel proof,
• Hotel Booking confirmation for accommodation proof, and
• Travel Insurance documents.

The list of top 10 Iceland places for a chilled and memorable family vacation is as follows:

1. Whale watching
2. Blue Lagoon
3. Glacial lagoon
4. Ice Cave
5. Geysers
6. Gullfoss Waterfall
7. Hallgrimskirkja
8. Landmannalaugar Nature Reserve
9. Northern lights aurora borealis
10. Pearl Observatory

1. Whale Watching; Reykjavík-Beauty and the beast:

In Iceland, the most favourite and thrilling tourist adventure is Whale Watching. Whale lovers would be in paradise in the capital city of Iceland with whales. Whale Watching scrutinizes in the three places of Iceland; Reykjavík, Húsavík, and Eyjafjörður. Whale Watching is available throughout the year, but summers are the best time to feast one’s eyes on this aquatic beast. Being the capital and the largest city of Iceland, Reykjavík boasts the enticing tourist destinations of alluring bird-watching, lovely island visits, witnessing old harbour, the National Museum of Iceland, Harpa, and the sun voyager.  The best place in Iceland for a family visit is Reykjavík which has everything to offer from handcrafted microbrews to be-witching art galleries and many more. 

Accommodation and Food:

1. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
2. Sand Hotel by Keahotels
3. Reykjavik Domes
4. Tower Suites Reykjavík
5. Kex Hostel Reykjavik
6. Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
7. Rey Apartments
8. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
9. House of the Snowbird
10. Dalur – HI Hostel & Cafe

Shopping:

1. Kringlan
2. Myconceptstore
3. Levi’s Reykjavik Hafnartorg
4. Eiðistorg Shopping Mall
5. Spúútnik
6. Havnå
7. Smáralind
8. Nordic Store
9. Vínberið
10. Grímsbær

Cost for visit: ISK 11126 Approx.

Best time to visit: April to September early October

Directions to Whale Watching:

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2. Blue Lagoon; Grindavik- Azury treasure of Iceland:

Located at a mere 40 km from Reykjavík is the Grindavik. Grindavik is home to the majestic lagoons of Iceland, Blue Lagoon, which is a geothermal spa. Visitors get mesmerized by the dazzling blue waters of the lagoon because of the high silica and salts concentration in it with the hot temperatures of 37-39 degrees Celsius. Blue Lagoon is an artificial lagoon with waters brought from the nearby geothermal power plant in Svartsengi. The bubbling hot blue waters attract millions of people, not only to relax but also to get out of their hangover mode. Some even believe that the waters work like medicines to cure skin problems. Other than the shower in the hot springs of Blue Lagoons, there are shopping centres of skincare products, other beauty spas, natural mud facial therapies, and many more to eat and drink in Grindavik.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
2. BB Hotel – Keflavik Airport
3. The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
4. Silica Hotel
5. Northern Light Inn & Max’s Restaurant
6. Diamond Suites Luxury Boutique Hotel
7. Guesthouse Reykjanesvegur BedRoom 2
8. Harbour View
9. Hotel Berg
10. Hotel Volcano Grindavik

Shopping:

1. Blue Lagoon Shop
2. Blue Lagoon
3. The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
4. Rammagerdin Iceland giftstore
5. Blue Lagoon Carpark
6. Lava Design Iceland
7. Nettó
8. Duty Free
9. MYR Icelandic Design
10. 66°North

Entrance Fee:

Comfort: Blue Lagoon – ISK 6990

Premium: Blue Lagoon – ISK 8990

Luxury: Retreat Spa – ISK 49 000

Directions to Blue Lagoon:

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3. Glacial Lagoon; Jökulsárlón- Jewels of Iceland:

Another place of paradise in Iceland is the Glacial Lagoon situated at the Jökulsárlón. People from different lands of the globe come here to witness the natural wonder of Iceland, called the “Jewels of Iceland.” Travelers can have beautiful views of these chunks of ice through the boat rides along the charming lake beautifully formed at the edge of Vatnajökull National Park. The other alluring places to hit in Jökulsárlón after the Glacial Lagoon are Vatnajökull glacier, Ingolfshöfði Nature Reserve. The fascinating place to hold eyes on in Jökulsárlón is Diamond Beach, a treat for every thalassophile. One of the lovely tourist destinations to savor with family and loved ones in Iceland. 

Accommodation and Food:

1. Fosshótel Glacier Lagoon
2. Hali Country Hotel
3. Ekra Glacier Lagoon
4. Ekra Private luxury rooms
5. Reynivellir
6. Skyrhúsid Guest House
7. Guesthouse Gerði
8. Lækjarhus Farm Holidays
9. Kálfafellsstaður Guesthouse
10. Vagnsstaðir HI Hostel

Shopping:

1. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Tours and Café
2. Jökulsárlón
3. Jökulsárlón Iceberg Lagoon
4. Ice Lagoon Zodiac Boat Tours

Best time to visit: September to April

Directions to Glacial Lagoon:

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4. Ice Caves; Vatnajökull- Land of Fire and Ice:

Located in southern Iceland, Vatnajökull is an immense land full of glaciers with 30 different glacial tongues. Formed with the melted water of these glaciers is the fantasy world of the crystallized structure of Ice caves. Vatnajökull has the largest and the most voluminous Icecap in Iceland, where most people tour with their loved ones to endure this dream world more closely. The most favorable time to visit this icy world is the winters where the ice is strong enough to hold its place also there is a perennial Ice Cave also for throughout the year visitors. Other attractions of this world of ice are Vatnajökull National Park, Crystal Caves, Höfn, and Skaftafell Ice Caves, trek trails around all the glaciers.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Ekra Private luxury rooms
2. Ekra Glacier Lagoon
3. Guesthouse Gerði
4. Hali Country Hotel
5. Reynivellir
6. Skyrhúsid Guest House
7. Hali Country Hotel
8. Kverkfjöll Lodge
9. Skaftafell Camping

Shopping:

1. Vatnajokull
2. Ice Cave Tours
3. Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Boat Tours and Café
4. Glacier Adventure
5. Vatnajökull National Park
6. Local Guide – Glacier Hikes
7. Blue Ice Cave Tours Iceland – Vatnajökull Glacier – Expedition
8. Glacier Guides
9. Breiðamerkurjökull
10. Skaftafell

Best time to visit: November to March

Directions to Ice Caves:

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5. Geysers; Golden Circle- Fire and Ice:

Geysers, gorgeous phenomena of Earth, formed by the combination of irregular outflow of water expelled out the surface turbulently along with steam, a hydrogeological condition seen only at the proximity of magma. People from diverse regions come to witness these rare miracles of Iceland settled in the southwestern region, beside the Hvítá River, popularly called Golden Circle. Strokkur Geysers the famous and largest shooting 30 km off the surface every five to eight minutes are the primitive geysers along with hundreds of more geysers create the golden circle which is actually a golden triangle of three main spots- Gullfoss waterfall, Thingvellir National Park, and Geysir area.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
2. Apotek Hotel by Keahotels
3. Blue House B&B Iceland
4. Nes Residence
5. House of the Snowbird
6. Grótta Northern Lights Apartment & Rooms
7. B14 Down Town modern apartment  w/balcony
8. Center Hotels Plaza
9. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
10. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina

Shopping:

1. Eiðistorg Shopping Mall
2. Holtagarðar – Shopping Center
3. Smáralind
4. Grímsbær
5. Fjörður
6. Kringlan

Directions to Geysers:

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6. Gullfoss Waterfall; Hvítá river- Go with the Flow:

Waterfalls in Iceland is an an-ala-mode tourist itinerary for every nature-loving person. Gullfoss is the astonishing waterfall in Iceland, situated at the canyon of Hvítá river got its name Gullfoss because of the brownish tint of waters. Gullfoss is the largest fall in all Europe with two falls of heights 11 m and 21 m standing at exact right angles to one another and falling at an average speed of 109 cu m/s is a spellbound view for all. A stunning vacation for valuable time with family and loved ones is always incomplete without touring the out-pouring waterfalls of Icelandic iconic in the world.

Accommodation and Food:

1. The 5 Million Star Hotel
2. Hótel Gullfoss
3. Hotel Geysir
4. Torfhús Retreat
5. Two bedroom cottage with hot tub
6. Geysir Hestar
7. Litli Geysir Hotel
8. Náttúra Yurtel
9. Hótel Brattholt
10. Úthlíd Cottages

Shopping:

1. Gullfoss Falls
2. Gullfosskaffi Ehf
3. Vacation Cottages

Directions to Gullfoss Waterfall:

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7. Hallgrimskirkja; Hallgrímstorg- Tall, Taller, Tallest:

Iceland, is not only a land of ice but also a land of magnificent artworks of tall buildings and many more, that draws millions of people annually to pay a visit along with their family. Halgrimskirkja is one such illustrious edifice, situated in the capital city is the tallest building in Iceland. This tallest building is a Lutheran Parish Church measuring the height of (244 ft.) 74 m marking the whole scenic view of the beautiful Reykjavík city. The state architect Guðjón Samúelsson designed this majestic church and constructed it in the heart of the capital city to pave-way-for every tourist. The statue of “Leif the Lucky,” Icelander Leifur Eiriksson sculpted in front of this church, is a landmark of Iceland for tourists.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Kex Hostel Reykjavik
2. Hótel Leifur Eiríksson
3. Hostel B47
4. Reykjavik Downtown Hotel
5. Rey Apartments
6. Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
7. Reykjavik Guesthouse
8. 101 Central Apartments
9. Freyja Guesthouse and Suites
10. Eric the red guesthouse

Shopping:

1. Levi’s Reykjavik Hafnartorg
2. Spúútnik
3. Havnå
4. KronKron
5. Icewear
6. Litla Gjafabuðin
7. Nordic Store
8. Eiðistorg Shopping Mall
9. Myconceptstore
10. Nordic Store Sweaters

Entrance Fee:

Adults – ISK 900

Children 7-14 age – ISK 100

Best time to visit: June to August

Directions to Hallgrimskirkja:

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8. Landmannalaugar Nature Reserve; Adventure, trekking, exploration:

The best way to explore a blissful and perfect sightseeing destination with family in Iceland from its roots for pedestrians of every age group is the Landmannalaugar Nature Reserve. Landmannalaugar is home to many picturesque landscapes, speckled and Vibrant hued rhyolite mountains, rambling fields of lava, dazzling blue lakes, and tranquil Hekla Volcano and hot springs, typical road trails for a classic long drive kept open from June to late September. Landmannalaugar dwelled in southern Iceland is one of the most adventurous places in Iceland for horse riding, hiking having the longest trail in Iceland for hiking Laugavegur of approx. 79 km stretching from Landmannalaugar to Skogar.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Tower Suites Reykjavík
2. Galaxy Pod Hostel
3. Kex Hostel Reykjavik
4. 22 Hill Hotel
5. Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
6. Hostel B47
7. Fosshótel Reykjavík
8. Storm Hotel
9. Hotel Cabin
10. Reykjavík Hotel Center

Best time to visit: End of August and September

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9. Aurora Borealis; Keflavik- Illuminating the skies:

One of the most charming and romantic places in Iceland for couples under the Kaleidoscope of colourful lights is the Aurora Borealis candidly called Northern Lights. This natural wonder developed from the collision of the solar winds in the magnetosphere of earth gives a lifetime memory for every tourist. This magical hue of the universe is so unpredictable and only locals living in Keflavik, north of Iceland, can help the tourist in sighting this glory of the night sky. Other charms of Keflavik that offers a getaway with family and friend for a perfect trip to Iceland are Iceland’s International Airport, Fantastic Museum of Rock ‘n’ Roll, a Viking World Museum, scenics of Hvalsneskirkja and Stekkjarkot, glowing Garður Lighthouse, and an evacuated NATO Base.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Aurora borealis
2. Center Hotels Plaza
3. Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
4. House of the Snowbird
5. Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
6. Chez Monique
7. Hotel Borg by Keahotels
8. Kvosin Downtown Hotel
9. Black Pearl – Reykjavik finest suites
10. LOFT

Shopping:

1. Aurora Reykjavík
2. Thorvaldsens Bazar
3. Free walking Tour Reykjavik CityWalk
4. Kvosin Downtown Hotel
5. Special Tours
6. Visit Reykjavík
7. Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
8. Reykjavik Excursions
9. Reykjavik Sightseeing
10. Elding Whale Watching

Best time to visit: Late August to Mid-April

Directions to Aurora Borealis:

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10. Pearl Observatory; Perlan- Pearl of Iceland:

The premium landmark of Iceland located at the top of the Öskjuhlíð hill is the not-to-miss spot in every tourist’s Iceland Itinerary. The magnificent building that was once a collection of hot water tanks now becomes a place of paradise for visitors. The Pearl monument hosts a planetarium, an observatory deck to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Reykjavík, a local airport from the top, an exhibition of the glaciers, volcanoes, and geysers of the Icelandic charms. This structure surrounds the 176,000 trees on the Öskjuhlíð hill that provides outstanding adventure for an enthusiast who prefers bicycle trails, zigzagging footpaths up and down for the pedestrians. Perlan boasts a complete tourism package through its breathtaking unique on-site revolving restaurant, gourmet, and souvenir shops that send-offs every tourist with never-ending memories.

Accommodation and Food:

1. Icelandair Hótel Reykjavík Natura
2. Reykjavik Guesthouse
3. Hostel B47
4. Travel Inn
5. Bus Hostel Reykjavik
6. Hótel Leifur Eiríksson
7. Stay Apartments Bolholt
8. Guesthouse Pavi
9. SMHostel
10. Alda Hotel

Shopping:

1. Restaurant RIO Reykjavík
2. Havnå
3. Levi’s Reykjavik Hafnartorg
4. Eiðistorg Shopping Mall
5. Old Harbour Souvenirs
6. Nordic Store
7. Icewear Woolhouse
8. Collections
9. The VIKING
10. Spúútnik

Directions to Pearl Observatory: