{"id":246179,"date":"2026-06-12T20:22:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T18:22:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/destinations\/iceland\/"},"modified":"2026-07-12T07:22:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T05:22:10","slug":"iceland","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/destinations\/iceland\/","title":{"rendered":"Iceland: Guide, Tips &#038; What to See 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- LK_DEST_HERO start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest lk-dest-hero\" style=\"background-image:linear-gradient(0deg,rgba(0,0,0,.62) 0%,rgba(0,0,0,.15) 45%,rgba(0,0,0,.25) 100%),url(&quot;https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-hero-2-2048x1365.jpg&quot;)\"><div class=\"lk-dest-herowrap\"><div class=\"lk-dest-kicker\">A guide by travellers<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-hero-h\">Iceland<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-herorule\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_HERO end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_UPDATED start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest-up\"><style>.lk-dest-up{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;align-items:center;gap:6px 16px;font-family:'DM Sans',Georgia,sans-serif;background:#faf7f2;border:1px solid #eee8dc;border-left:4px solid #c39f76;border-radius:10px;padding:12px 18px;margin:0 0 1.6rem;font-size:14px;color:#3d3429}.lk-dest-up strong{color:#b0895e}.lk-dest-up .s{color:#6b5d4a;margin-left:auto}@media(max-width:560px){.lk-dest-up .s{margin-left:0;width:100%}}<\/style><span>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Updated: <strong>12. 7. 2026<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"s\"><b>12<\/b> guides<\/span><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_UPDATED end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_NAV start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-navbox\"><div class=\"lk-dest-navlab\">What are you after first?<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-nav\"><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#kdy-jet\">When to go&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#rezervovat-vcas\">What to book early&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#ubytovani\">Where to stay&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#usetrit\">How to save&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-navc\" href=\"#clanky\">Our articles&nbsp;\u2193<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_NAV end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_FACTS start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-chiprow\"><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Capital <b>Reykjavik<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udcb0 Currency <b>Icelandic Kr\u00f3na (ISK)<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f Language <b>Icelandic<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udd50 Time zone <b>UTC+00:00<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udcde Dialling code <b>+354<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udd0c Plug <b>C \/ F \u00b7 230 V<\/b><\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-chipf\">\ud83d\udec2 Visa (CZ citizens) <b>Schengen \u2014 visa-free<\/b><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_FACTS end -->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Iceland<\/strong> is the stuff of dreams \u2013 waterfalls tumbling off mossy cliffs, glaciers, volcanoes, and the northern lights dancing overhead in winter. 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padding:7px 15px; border-radius:7px; }\n.lk-dest-lmap a.lk-mpop-b:hover, .lk-mpop a.lk-mpop-b:hover { background:#b0895e; color:#fff; }\n@media (max-width:560px){ .lk-dest-hero-h{ font-size:31px; } .lk-dest-hero{ min-height:260px; } .lk-dest-lmap{ height:320px; } }\n@media (max-width:900px){ .lk-dest-arts,.lk-dest-trips,.lk-dest-stays{ grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);} .lk-dest-prac{ grid-template-columns:1fr;} .lk-dest-how{ grid-template-columns:1fr;} }\n@media (max-width:560px){ .lk-dest-arts,.lk-dest-trips,.lk-dest-flights,.lk-dest-stays{ grid-template-columns:1fr;} .lk-dest-weather{ grid-template-columns:repeat(6,1fr); row-gap:12px;} .lk-dest-cur{ flex-direction:column; text-align:center;} }\n<\/style><div class=\"lk-dest-cur\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/lukas-a-lucie-lk-media-700x700-1.jpg\" alt=\"Lucie a Luk\u00e1\u0161 \u2014 Loudav\u00fdm krokem\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><div><div class=\"k\">This isn&#8217;t a catalogue<\/div><div class=\"n\">We&#8217;re Lucie and Luk\u00e1\u0161 \u2014 and travel is our life<\/div><div class=\"d\">The two of us put this guide together and keep an eye on it. We only pick trips and tips we&#8217;d take ourselves, and we only write about places worth your time.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-how\"><div>\u270d\ufe0f <b>We build it by hand<\/b> \u2014 the two of us choose the destinations and tips, and bots help us keep the numbers up to date<\/div><div>\ud83d\udd04 <b>We refresh prices every morning<\/b> \u2014 no week-old trips or flights hanging around here<\/div><div>\ud83e\udded <b>We only recommend places we&#8217;d go ourselves<\/b> \u2014 and we&#8217;ll tell you what to skip too<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_CURATOR end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"co-videt\">What to see and do in Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can loop right around Iceland on the Ring Road, and every corner of the island has its own character. If you&#8217;re short on time, at least take in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/golden-circle-iceland-guide\/\">Golden Circle<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 the Strokkur geyser, Gullfoss waterfall, and the continental rift at \u00deingvellir are all doable in a day from Reykjav\u00edk.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An absolute classic is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/south-coast-iceland-things-see\/\">south coast<\/a><\/strong> with the Seljalandsfoss and Sk\u00f3gafoss waterfalls and the black-sand beach at Reynisfjara, which leads on to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-glaciers-jokulsarlon\/\">J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n<\/a><\/strong> lagoon with its floating icebergs and the glittering Diamond Beach. If you love wild places, you&#8217;ll fall for the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/snaefellsnes-iceland-things-to-do\/\">Sn\u00e6fellsnes<\/a><\/strong> peninsula and the remote <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/westfjords-iceland-things-to-do\/\">Westfjords<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/east-fjords-iceland\/\">Eastfjords<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The rugged, less touristy <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/northern-iceland-diamond-circle\/\">north of Iceland and the Diamond Circle<\/a><\/strong>, with Dettifoss waterfall and Lake M\u00fdvatn.<\/li><li>The lively scene of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/reykjavik-iceland-things-to-do\/\">Reykjav\u00edk<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 caf\u00e9s, museums, and the starting point for most trips.<\/li><li>Fresh lava and craters on the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-volcanoes-reykjanes-craters\/\">Reykjanes peninsula<\/a><\/strong>, just a short hop from the airport.<\/li><li>A soak in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-iceland\/\">hot springs<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 from the Blue Lagoon to wild, free-of-charge streams.<\/li><li>Plenty of inspiration in our round-up of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-landmarks\/\">20 most beautiful places in Iceland<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_PHOTO start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><figure class=\"lk-dest-photo\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-island-letenky-hero-2048x1150.jpg\" alt=\"Flights to Iceland: Where, When and How Much to Fly in 2026\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><figcaption>From our article: <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/flights-to-iceland\/\">Flights to Iceland: Where, When and How Much to Fly in 2026 \u2192<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_PHOTO end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_WEATHER start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Weather and best time: Iceland<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-weather\"><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">-5\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:23px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Jan<\/span><span class=\"p\">110<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">-4\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:24px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Feb<\/span><span class=\"p\">98<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">-4\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:24px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Mar<\/span><span class=\"p\">105<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">-1\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:34px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Apr<\/span><span class=\"p\">48<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">2\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:41px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">May<\/span><span class=\"p\">43<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol on\"><span class=\"t\">8\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:60px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Jun<\/span><span class=\"p\">56<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol on\"><span class=\"t\">11\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:68px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Jul<\/span><span class=\"p\">62<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol on\"><span class=\"t\">10\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:65px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Aug<\/span><span class=\"p\">66<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">6\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:52px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Sep<\/span><span class=\"p\">101<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">0\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:36px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Oct<\/span><span class=\"p\">90<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">-2\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:30px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Nov<\/span><span class=\"p\">74<\/span><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wcol\"><span class=\"t\">-6\u00b0<\/span><span class=\"bar\" style=\"height:21px\"><\/span><span class=\"mo\">Dec<\/span><span class=\"p\">102<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-wleg\">Bar = average daily high (\u00b0C), number below = precipitation (mm\/month). Warmest: <b>Jun, Jul, Aug<\/b>. Source: Open-Meteo, 2019\u20132023 normals.<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_WEATHER end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kdy-jet\">When to visit Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can visit Iceland year-round \u2013 you&#8217;ll just see a different island each time. <strong>Summer (June\u2013August)<\/strong> brings long days, near-permanent daylight, an accessible interior (the F mountain roads), and the best conditions for trekking and driving the whole Ring Road. It&#8217;s also the priciest and busiest season.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the <strong>northern lights, September to March is ideal<\/strong>, when the nights are long and dark. Winter offers ice caves and a quieter atmosphere, but expect shorter days, snow, and a closed interior. Plenty of people opt for the shoulder months \u2013 October strikes a lovely balance between price, weather, and your chances of catching the aurora.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you settle on dates, browse our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/when-visit-iceland-weather\/\">month-by-month weather guide<\/a><\/strong>, and if autumn tempts you, we&#8217;ve also written a separate piece on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-october\/\">what Iceland is like in October and what it costs<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_TIPS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_TIPS end -->\n\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_GYG start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\" id=\"rezervovat-vcas\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">What to book early<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-fintro\"><p>If you should bring home a handful of unforgettable experiences from Iceland, it&#8217;s these. They come from places we&#8217;ve travelled ourselves and written up in our articles.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>A cruise among the icebergs on the lagoon<\/strong> \u2013 J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n and a walk along Diamond Beach, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-glaciers-jokulsarlon\/\">glaciers of the southeast<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Hunting the northern lights<\/strong> \u2013 from September to March, ideally away from city lights.<\/li><li><strong>A soak in a hot spring<\/strong> under the open sky \u2013 our pick of the <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hot-springs-iceland\/\">16 best hot springs<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>A glacier hike or an ice cave<\/strong> \u2013 only with a certified guide.<\/li><li><strong>Whale watching<\/strong> from Reykjav\u00edk or the north (H\u00fasav\u00edk).<\/li><li><strong>A walk by fresh lava<\/strong> on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-volcanoes-reykjanes-craters\/\">Reykjanes<\/a> when the volcano is active.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-gygin\">The most sought-after ones sell out weeks ahead in high season. 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What to see among Iceland\u2019s gla\u2026<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-ago\">Read \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n<a class=\"lk-dest-acard\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-volcanoes-reykjanes-craters\/\"><div class=\"lk-dest-aphoto\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-sopky-hero-768x431.jpg\" alt=\"Iceland Volcanoes: Active Reykjanes, Craters &amp; Volcanic Landscapes\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-abody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-atitle\">Iceland Volcanoes: Active Reykjanes, Craters &amp; Volcanic Landscapes<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-aex\">Discover where to see volcanic landscapes in Iceland \u2014 from the active Reykjanes peninsula right by the airport to Ke\u2026<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-ago\">Read \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n<a class=\"lk-dest-acard\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/golden-circle-iceland-guide\/\"><div class=\"lk-dest-aphoto\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-gc-hero-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"Golden Circle Iceland: The Complete 2026 Guide\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-abody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-atitle\">Golden Circle Iceland: The Complete 2026 Guide<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-aex\">\u00deingvellir, the Strokkur geyser and Gullfoss in a single day from Reykjav\u00edk. How to plan the Golden Circle, where to\u2026<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-ago\">Read \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n<a class=\"lk-dest-acard\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/east-fjords-iceland\/\"><div class=\"lk-dest-aphoto\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-hero-4-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"East Fjords of Iceland: 12 Things to See and Do\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-abody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-atitle\">East Fjords of Iceland: 12 Things to See and Do<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-aex\">The blue church in Sey\u00f0isfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur, the Stu\u00f0lagil canyon, the Hengifoss waterfall and wild reindeer \u2014 what to see in Ic\u2026<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-ago\">Read \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n<a class=\"lk-dest-acard\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/westfjords-iceland-things-to-do\/\"><div class=\"lk-dest-aphoto\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-hero-3-768x512.jpg\" alt=\"Westfjords, Iceland: 12 Best Things to See and Do\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-abody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-atitle\">Westfjords, Iceland: 12 Best Things to See and Do<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-aex\">The fairytale Dynjandi waterfall, tame puffins at L\u00e1trabjarg and the red beach of Rau\u00f0asandur. What to see in the wil\u2026<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-ago\">Read \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a>\n<\/div><a class=\"lk-dest-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/travel\/europe\/iceland\/\" style=\"margin-top:14px\">Show all articles: Iceland (19) \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_ARTICLES end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"doprava\">How to get to Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The easiest way is by air. From Czechia you&#8217;ll usually fly to Iceland <strong>with one connection via a European hub<\/strong> (typically Frankfurt, Munich, Amsterdam, or Copenhagen), and in season there are occasional direct seasonal flights from nearby countries. Your destination is <strong>Keflav\u00edk<\/strong> International Airport just outside Reykjav\u00edk, and the total journey from Czechia takes roughly 5\u20138 hours depending on the connection.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving or taking a ferry from Czechia is essentially a non-starter \u2013 the Smyril Line ferry from Denmark via the Faroe Islands mainly suits those who want to bring their own car to Iceland and don&#8217;t mind a multi-day crossing. For the vast majority of travellers, it makes sense to <strong>fly into Keflav\u00edk and rent a car on the spot<\/strong>. We recommend tracking flights in <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cheap-flights\/\">our search tool<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_FLIGHTS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_FLIGHTS end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"auto\">Renting a car<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A car almost always pays off in Iceland if you want to drive around the island and stop wherever you fancy \u2013 public transport outside the towns barely exists. <strong>You can manage without a car only in Reykjav\u00edk<\/strong>, where organised tours can take you everywhere. For the interior and the F mountain roads you&#8217;ll need a <strong>4\u00d74, while an ordinary car is fine for the loop around the island<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Book <strong>ahead through a rental comparison site<\/strong> \u2013 on the spot the choice is smaller and prices higher, especially in summer.<\/li><li>Watch out for <strong>insurance against sand, ash, and gravel<\/strong> (gravel\/sand &#038; ash) \u2013 in Iceland these damages are a real concern.<\/li><li>Keep an eye on the <strong>deposit blocked on your card<\/strong> and the conditions for returning the car with a full tank.<\/li><li>Factor in <strong>paid tunnels and ferries<\/strong> (e.g. to Vestmannaeyjar) and never drive off-road.<\/li><\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We cover everything step by step \u2013 from picking your vehicle to stress-free driving \u2013 in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/renting-car-iceland-guide\/\">guide to renting a car in Iceland<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_CAR start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><a class=\"lk-dest-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/iceland?a_aid=lukaskonecny&amp;chan=hub&amp;data1=island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">Compare car rental prices (DiscoverCars) \u2192<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_CAR end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ubytovani\">Where to stay in Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where to stay depends mostly on your travel style. If you&#8217;re looping around the island, it pays to <strong>move on a little further along the route each night<\/strong> so you&#8217;re not clocking up needless miles. If you&#8217;re staying a few days without a car, the most practical base is Reykjav\u00edk, where day trips set off from.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Reykjav\u00edk<\/strong> \u2013 the biggest choice of hotels, hostels, and apartments, and a great base for the Golden Circle and day trips.<\/li><li><strong>Guesthouses and farms<\/strong> across the island \u2013 personal, often with a kitchenette, perfect for a road trip.<\/li><li><strong>Campsites and campervans<\/strong> \u2013 the cheapest option in summer and maximum freedom; usually closed off-season.<\/li><li><strong>Stays in the south (V\u00edk, H\u00f6fn)<\/strong> \u2013 strategically placed for the waterfalls, J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n, and glaciers.<\/li><\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll find specific, tried-and-tested tips by region in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-roadtrip\/\">14-day itinerary with accommodation<\/a><\/strong>. In high season, don&#8217;t hesitate to <strong>book even a few months ahead<\/strong> \u2013 good spots are scarce and vanish fast.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_STAY start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Our accommodation picks<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-stays\"><a class=\"lk-dest-scard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=jokulsarlon-ledovce&amp;hotelname=Fossh%C3%B3tel%20Glacier%20Lagoon&amp;address=Hof%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"lk-dest-sphoto\"><img src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/island-pillar-hero.jpg\" alt=\"Fossh\u00f3tel Glacier Lagoon\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sbody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-splace\">Hof<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sname\">Fossh\u00f3tel Glacier Lagoon<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-swhy\">Luxury accommodation right by the J\u00f6kuls\u00e1rl\u00f3n lagoon, with a spa \u2013 perfect after a demanding, frosty day among the glaciers.<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-sgo\">Check prices \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-scard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=sever-diamond-circle&amp;hotelname=Vogafj%C3%B3s%20Farm%20Resort&amp;address=M%C3%BDvatn%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"lk-dest-sbody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-splace\">M\u00fdvatn<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sname\">Vogafj\u00f3s Farm Resort<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-swhy\">A beloved farmstay with magical morning views of the sun rising over Lake M\u00fdvatn \u2013 an ideal base for exploring the north.<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-sgo\">Check prices \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-scard\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=jizni-pobrezi-island&amp;hotelname=H%C3%B3tel%20Rang%C3%A1&amp;address=Hvolsv%C3%B6llur%2C%20Island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"lk-dest-sbody\"><div class=\"lk-dest-splace\">Hvolsv\u00f6llur<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-sname\">H\u00f3tel Rang\u00e1<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-swhy\">A luxurious four-star hotel famed for its hot springs and perfect views of the Northern Lights, halfway to the waterfalls of the south.<\/div><span class=\"lk-dest-sgo\">Check prices \u2192<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><a class=\"lk-dest-cta\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=Iceland&#038;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\" style=\"margin-top:14px\">Find accommodation in Iceland \u2192<\/a><div class=\"lk-dest-disc\">Based on our articles. Links are affiliate \u2014 they don&#8217;t change your price, they help us run the site.<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_STAY end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cestovka-vs-sam\">Package tour or independent travel?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can tackle Iceland either way \u2013 it comes down to how much time and energy you want to put into planning.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A package tour pays off when\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>you want your flight, accommodation, and itinerary <strong>sorted in a single click<\/strong>;<\/li><li>you&#8217;re going for a <strong>shorter stay (3\u20135 days)<\/strong> and want to see the highlights;<\/li><li>you&#8217;d rather not drive in tough weather or juggle bookings;<\/li><li>you&#8217;re tempted by <strong>prices from 10 400 kr<\/strong> and discounts of <strong>up to \u221260%<\/strong> in a sale.<\/li><\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Go it alone when\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>you want to <strong>loop the whole island<\/strong> at your own pace;<\/li><li>you enjoy planning the route and hunting down hidden spots;<\/li><li>you&#8217;re travelling <strong>longer (10+ days)<\/strong> and want the flexibility;<\/li><li>you&#8217;re happy to handle the car, accommodation, and weather yourself.<\/li><\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two of us love a <strong>self-drive road trip<\/strong> best \u2013 nothing beats that feeling of freedom behind the wheel. But for a first short taste of Iceland, or when you&#8217;d rather not deal with anything, a <strong>package tour is a perfectly good choice<\/strong>. If you&#8217;re torn, start with our <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-roadtrip\/\">14-day itinerary<\/a> and compare it with the current tours below.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_TRIPS start -->\n<!-- LK_DEST_TRIPS end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rozpocet\">Budget: daily costs in Iceland<\/h2>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iceland is one of Europe&#8217;s most expensive destinations \u2013 expect Scandinavian-level prices. The daily per-person budget below is a <strong>rough guide<\/strong> and doesn&#8217;t include your flight or the car rental cost spread across the trip.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"lk-dest-budget\"><thead><tr><th>Level<\/th><th>Accommodation<\/th><th>Food<\/th><th>Transport &#038; activities<\/th><th>Total\/day<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Backpacker<\/td><td>4\u202f700 kr\u20138\u202f200 kr (hostel\/camp)<\/td><td>2\u202f900 kr\u20135\u202f300 kr (self-catering, supermarket)<\/td><td>4\u202f100 kr\u20137\u202f100 kr (shared car, free nature)<\/td><td>approx. 11\u202f800 kr\u201320\u202f600 kr<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Standard<\/td><td>11\u202f800 kr\u201320\u202f600 kr (guesthouse)<\/td><td>7\u202f100 kr\u201311\u202f800 kr (lunch out, cooking in the evening)<\/td><td>8\u202f800 kr\u201314\u202f700 kr (own car, a few attractions)<\/td><td>approx. 27\u202f600 kr\u201347\u202f100 kr<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Comfort<\/td><td>23\u202f500 kr\u201341\u202f200 kr (hotel)<\/td><td>14\u202f700 kr\u201323\u202f500 kr (restaurants)<\/td><td>17\u202f600 kr\u201329\u202f400 kr (tours, spas, guided hikes)<\/td><td>approx. 55\u202f900 kr\u201394\u202f100 kr<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest expenses are accommodation and food \u2014 <strong>cooking with your own supplies can cut your food costs in half<\/strong>. We break down day-by-day budgets in detail in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-complete-travel-guide\/\">complete guide to Iceland<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"usetrit\">How to save when planning<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Buy flights 2\u20134 months ahead<\/strong> and stay flexible on dates \u2013 shifting your trip by a few days can save you thousands. <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/cheap-flights\/\">Search for flights in our tool.<\/a><\/li><li><strong>Tours work on both early-bird and last-minute deals<\/strong> \u2013 for summer it pays to book early, while for the shoulder season the odd bargain leftover pops up. Check out the <a href=\"#zajezdy\">current tours<\/a> on this page.<\/li><li><strong>Book in-season accommodation well ahead<\/strong>, as good, reasonably priced spots are few and far between. You&#8217;ll find our <a href=\"#ubytovani\">accommodation tips<\/a> above.<\/li><li><strong>The biggest overspends are restaurant food and petrol<\/strong> \u2013 self-cater and fill up near the larger towns.<\/li><li><strong>Book popular activities (ice caves, glaciers, whale watching) in advance<\/strong>, as on the day they tend to be sold out and pricier. We show what to book early in the <a href=\"#rezervovat-vcas\">what to book ahead<\/a> section.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"prakticke\">Practical information<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Language:<\/strong> Icelandic, but <strong>you&#8217;ll get by in English absolutely everywhere<\/strong> \u2013 Icelanders speak it brilliantly.<\/li><li><strong>Payments:<\/strong> Iceland is virtually cashless; you can pay by card even at the tiniest petrol station or campsite. You&#8217;ll barely need any cash.<\/li><li><strong>Connectivity:<\/strong> coverage is good even outside the towns; grab an <strong>eSIM before you fly out<\/strong> so you have data for navigation and weather the moment you land.<\/li><li><strong>Safety:<\/strong> crime is minimal \u2013 the main risk is <strong>the weather and nature<\/strong>, so check the forecasts and vegagerdin\/safetravel.is before every trip.<\/li><\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be ready for <strong>sudden weather changes<\/strong> even in summer \u2013 layer up, carry a waterproof jacket, and never open your car door into the wind (it can rip it right off). The tap water is excellent, so there&#8217;s no need to buy bottled. You&#8217;ll find more tips in our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/iceland-complete-travel-guide\/\">complete guide<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- LK_DEST_CROSS start -->\n<div class=\"lk-dest\"><div class=\"lk-dest-h\">Before you go<\/div><div class=\"lk-dest-prac\"><a class=\"lk-dest-ptile\" href=\"https:\/\/lk-sim.com\/regions\/europe?ref=loudavymkrokem&#038;lng=cs&#038;utm_source=loudavymkrokem&#038;utm_medium=portal&#038;utm_campaign=destinace&#038;utm_content=island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"lk-dest-pico\">\ud83d\udcf6<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pt\">Data eSIM for Iceland<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pd\">Mobile data the moment you land, no roaming. from&nbsp;<b>2,5&nbsp;\u20ac<\/b> \u00b7 35 bundles covering Iceland<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pgo\">Choose eSIM \u2192<\/span><\/a><a class=\"lk-dest-ptile\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/safetywing-nomad-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\"><span class=\"lk-dest-pico\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pt\">Travel insurance<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pd\">Covers medical costs and cancellation \u2014 set it up online in minutes.<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pgo\">Compare insurance \u2192<\/span><\/a><div class=\"lk-dest-ptile\"><span class=\"lk-dest-pico\">\ud83d\udcb1<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pt\">Currency and rate<\/span><span class=\"lk-dest-pd\">Current rate: 1&nbsp;\u20ac \u2248 24.25&nbsp;CZK (CNB). In Iceland you can pay by card almost everywhere.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- LK_DEST_CROSS end -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"lk-lm-faqwrap\"><style>.lk-lm-faq{border:1px solid #e3e8e7;border-radius:9px;margin:8px 0;padding:0 16px;background:#fbfcfc}.lk-lm-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;padding:13px 0;list-style:none}.lk-lm-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}.lk-lm-faq summary:before{content:'+';color:#1a7a6b;font-weight:700;margin-right:8px}.lk-lm-faq[open] summary:before{content:'\\2212'}.lk-lm-faq>div{padding:0 0 14px;color:#4b5563;line-height:1.6}<\/style>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>When is the best time to visit Iceland?<\/summary><div>It depends on what you want to see. Summer (June\u2013August) is ideal for looping the whole island, trekking, and an accessible interior, but it&#8217;s the priciest and busiest. For the northern lights, head out between September and March. October tends to be a pleasant compromise between price, weather, and your chances of catching the aurora.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>How much does a holiday in Iceland cost?<\/summary><div>Iceland is one of Europe&#8217;s most expensive countries \u2013 expect Scandinavian-level prices. As a rough guide, you&#8217;ll spend roughly 11 800 kr\u201320 600 kr per person per day as a backpacker, 27 600 kr\u201347 100 kr at standard level, and 55 900 kr\u201394 100 kr in comfort. Add your flight and car rental on top. Tours in a sale start from 10 400 kr.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Is it better to visit Iceland on a package tour or on your own?<\/summary><div>A package tour suits a shorter stay and when you&#8217;d rather not deal with anything \u2013 flight, accommodation, and itinerary are all in one. Go it alone if you want to loop the whole island at your own pace and have more days to do it. We love a self-drive road trip best, but for a first taste a tour is perfectly fine.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Do I need a car in Iceland?<\/summary><div>For driving around the island, pretty much yes \u2013 public transport outside the towns barely exists. You can manage without a car only in Reykjav\u00edk, where organised tours set off from. An ordinary car is fine for the loop around the island, but you&#8217;ll need a 4\u00d74 for the interior and the F mountain roads.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>How do I get to Iceland from Czechia?<\/summary><div>Most often by air with one connection via a European hub like Frankfurt, Munich, Amsterdam, or Copenhagen. Your destination is Keflav\u00edk Airport near Reykjav\u00edk. The whole journey from Czechia takes roughly 5\u20138 hours depending on the connection. The ferry from Denmark only makes sense for those who want to bring their own car to the island.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Will I see the northern lights in Iceland?<\/summary><div>There&#8217;s a chance from September to March, when the nights are long and dark. You&#8217;ll need clear skies, darkness away from city lights, and a bit of luck \u2013 no one can guarantee the aurora. It helps to follow the aurora forecast and drive out of town to chase it.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Can I pay by card in Iceland, or do I need cash?<\/summary><div>Iceland is virtually cashless; you can pay by card absolutely everywhere, including small petrol stations and campsites. You&#8217;ll barely need any cash. It pays to have a card with no foreign transaction fees.<\/div><\/details>\n<details class=\"lk-lm-faq\"><summary>Is Iceland safe?<\/summary><div>Yes, crime is minimal. The main risk is the weather and nature \u2013 conditions can change very fast even in summer. 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