Iceland: discover and explore this country with breathtaking nature!
Iceland, this land of a thousand colors, is totally exotic and it enchants more than one visitor thanks to its wild nature and its spectacular landscapes, but also thanks to the Icelanders, the inhabitants of this state who will welcome you during your travels. Iceland Explora allows you to discover this remote island in the middle of the North Atlantic, northwest of continental Europe and only a few hours away by plane, thanks to a travel guide, news, information and photos on this beautiful European country.
Prepare your trip
What will you find on Iceland Explora?
The Iceland Explora website has been created in order to make you discover this country and to guide you in the preparation of your trip so that you can spend the best stay there. Iceland is a beautiful place that attracts travelers from all over the world for a few years, but before leaving, it is important to get organized and to learn about the destination to spend the best possible vacation! You will find on the website islande-explora.com a lot of information including:
- The different types of trips that can be made there: all-inclusive stay, self-tour, thematic tour, etc. The activities to do during your stay (enjoy the benefits of geothermal water in the many pools of the country), as well as the organized excursions you can do (whale or puffin watching, quad bike tours, hiking, etc.).
- The different steps to think about to prepare your stay: purchase of plane tickets, choice of rental car, reservation of accommodation (hotels, lodgings, campgrounds, etc.). The best periods to go to Iceland to take advantage of this country, winter or summer? Or why not in spring or autumn?
- The places and tourist sites to visit and we can say that there is a multitude in Iceland thanks to the beauty of the landscapes with its volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, beaches, lava fields, cliffs, gorges or fjords, its small islands, but also its culture that we find in the museums and the few cities. The sparkling Icelandic capital
- Reykjavik which gathers two-thirds of the Icelandic population, known for its cultural life, nightlife and also its greenery and tranquility.
Our site also shares with you the Icelandic news (economic, sports, political, etc.) and some beautiful videos on this country. We also take you to discover the culture, the geography of the island or its history to understand Iceland. Thanks to this site, you will have all the information for a good traveler to go to Iceland!
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Visit Iceland
You wish to travel in Iceland. But, for that, you have to prepare yourself, so discover our tourist guide to visit Iceland with the different sites and activities from its capital Reykjavik to the wild areas of the south coast or the center of the island. You will then be able to prepare your trip in this country and see which sites and tourist places to discover.
Geysers are a volcanic phenomenon and one of the emblems of Iceland, so logically you have to go to the Geysir geothermal field.
One of the most famous tourist sites, Gullfoss impresses by its majestic side, its height and width in meters and the power of its waterfall.
Discover this beautiful glacial lake dotted with icebergs which is located below a glacier of Vatnajökull and very close to the ocean.
Located at the southern limit of the Vatnajökull glacier, this region includes beautiful glaciers, but also waterfalls and is an opportunity to make beautiful hikes.
In the south of Iceland, close to the road 1, is the beautiful Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Its particularity: it is possible to go behind the waterfall!
It is without a doubt one of the most beautiful regions of Iceland with its colorful mountains, volcanoes, lakes and glaciers.
Visit this city, one of the smallest capitals in the world, but which is nevertheless very lively and conceals a thousand treasures!
Also called Golden Circle, this region is known for the beauty of its natural sites Gullfoss, Geysir and Þingvellir.
Video of the 15 days road trip in Iceland
This video allows you to discover Iceland in a 15 days road trip through the whole country, from the south coast to the west, through the eastern fjords, the north and even the central highlands. You will discover the spectacular nature with its glaciers, its waterfalls or its ash deserts.
Why travel to Iceland?
You want to discover a wild country only a few hours by plane from France, then go to Iceland and discover one of the most beautiful countries in the world thanks to its spectacular nature.
This island will please the passionate of big spaces, mountains, volcanoes and ice. It is not for nothing that it is called the Land of Ice and Fire. By browsing our site, you can learn more about this place, prepare your trip to Iceland, find the right itinerary, places to visit, excursions and many other tips and advice on Iceland.
To discover Iceland, you also have to know how to play with the weather and its brightness. Because the weather is not always good and the temperatures are often fresh. We can even say that the weather is often hostile and the climate rarely warm. The day is also very different from one season to another with the midnight sun in the summer and a very short day in the winter which allows to see sometimes an aurora borealis.
A stay in Iceland is a real human adventure that you will not forget in a hurry thanks to the many wonders that can be found there: glacier, volcano, fjord, ash desert, lava field covered with moss, waterfall or deep blue lake. And we must not forget the urbanized areas with the capital Reykjavik, the city of Akureyri or Husavik, as well as many other villages.
To go to Iceland is also to discover its inhabitants, who are friendly, helpful, modern and cultured, but who may seem cold at first sight. So don’t hesitate to talk to them to learn more about them and the history of their country, from the colonization of the country, to the tourism explosion, through the time under the domination of Denmark and the crisis of 2008!
Frequently asked questions about Iceland
⭐️ How to go to Iceland?
To get to this country, the easiest way is to fly to Reykjavik Keflavik International Airport. It is served by many airlines and can be reached from most major European cities (Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, etc.) or North America (Montreal, New York, Washington, etc.).
💰 How much does a trip to Iceland cost?
This country is often described as one of the most expensive in the world and it is true. It is necessary to count from 200 to 500 euros per person for a round trip to Iceland from France or other European countries, minimum 30 euros per day for the rental of a small car or between 80 and 250 euros per night in a hotel (except if you take a camping type of accommodation). Renting a motorhome costs between 100 and 500 euros per night depending on the type of vehicle! The average price for a day for 1 to 3 weeks of vacation is between 80 and 300 euros per day per person.
🚗 How to get around in Iceland?
Iceland is a relatively large and sparsely populated country, so public transportation is not very well developed and it is easier to rent a car to move between the different sites to visit on the national road 1.
What to do in Iceland?
Discover all the activities you can do during an Icelandic trip! On the program:
- Enjoy the Icelandic swimming pools and hot baths, a real institution in this country with a cold climate.
- Admire the wonders of nature with the Northern Lights illuminating the Icelandic sky between September and March.
- Observe the local Icelandic fauna and more particularly the huge whales and the small puffins.
Practical information
Before leaving, it is necessary to be well prepared, so here is some practical information:
- Driving in Iceland is not easy, as the road network is quite different from the rest of Europe, so be sure to check out the Icelandic road conditions site.
- The weather is often unstable in Iceland, so go to the Icelandic reference site Vedur.is.
- When to go to Iceland? You will find the right time of the year to make your trip.
Understanding the country and its culture
Country of Fire and Ice, Iceland is marked by the elements. The volcanism and the climate have also marked the history of the island. So before you leave, why not do a little research?
Share your Icelandic experience!
You went to Iceland and you wish to share photos, videos, your trip or any other experience in connection with Iceland, do not hesitate to contact us!
We will be able to publish if you wish to share your passion for this beautiful island.
