Iceland truly is the land of ice and fire, and it’s deservedly on everyone’s bucket list.

This small island has it all: waterfalls, volcanoes, ice caves, black sand beaches, incredible hot springs and jaw-dropping scenery at every turn. However, a trip here isn’t the easiest to plan and you can be surrounded by crowds if you don’t get your timing right.

Luckily, we’ve put together guides that focus on having those “pinch yourself moments” without the masses.

Quick Summary

Top Tip: Iceland’s seasons will have a huge impact on your experience. The summer is beautiful, but expensive & crowded. The off season can be harsh, but quieter & significantly cheaper. If you can be flexible and withstand the colder temperatures, winter can deliver an amazing experience.

Currency: Icelandic Krona
Visa: Iceland is part of the EU and the Schengen Area. Most travellers can visit visa free, but check before you book.
Safety: Iceland is a very safe place to visit. The volatile weather conditions are the greatest danger, so keep track of the road conditions and weather forecast.
When to go: This all depends on what you want to experience. Autumn & spring tend to offer the best balance, with moderately high prices and a lot of activities are still open. Winter is by far the cheapest time to visit, but many areas are inaccessible. Summer has the best weather and almost everywhere is open, but it can be very crowded and very expensive.

Peak Season: June - August
Off Season: November - February

Walk My World Cost Index: $$$$$ - Iceland is one of the most expensive countries in the world. Visiting in winter makes it cheaper, but it’s still very pricy.