Why Iceland?
Have you ever felt that the world is too small and life is too repetitive? So, you need a place to refresh your cognition. This place lacks the romance of Paris and the bustle of Tokyo, but it boasts the most extraterrestrial landscape on Earth: volcanoes and glaciers coexist, polar day and night alternate, and wastelands and hot springs are adjacent. This is Iceland, a ‘alien world’ that allows you to experience the four seasons and see the magnificence and tenderness of the Earth in one day. This is not just a journey, but also a pilgrimage to nature and oneself.
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Chasing the Skirt of Aurora Goddess (Northern Lights)
Why is it unique? Watching green, pink, and even purple light bands dance in the night sky in the wilderness without light pollution, the shock is enough to make you burst into tears. This is not a photo, but a flowing, living cosmic performance.
Best time and location: September to April of the following year. It is recommended to avoid the full moon and go to Singvillier National Park or the vicinity of Jegu Salon Glacier Lake to experience the wonderful resonance between the aurora and the glacier lake.
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Strolling on the Diamond Ice Beach
Why is it unique? The huge ice blocks were washed up by the waves onto the black volcanic sandy shore, like scattered diamonds on the ground. At sunrise or sunset, the sunlight penetrates through the ice and refracts a brilliant light, which is a natural miracle that no jewelry can compare to.
Location: At the mouth of Jegu Salon Glacier Lake.
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Soak in a geothermal hot spring on the surface of Mars
Blue Lake vs. Secret Hot Springs?
Blue Lake: a landmark attraction with milky blue lake water and well-equipped facilities, suitable for clocking in and enjoying luxurious spas.
Mihu Hot Springs: Located in the north, surrounded by eerie volcanic terrain, with fewer people, the experience is more primitive and closer to ‘extraterrestrial bathing’.
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Deep into the depths of the ice sheet, listening to the heartbeat of the glacier
Vatnaj ö kull Hiking: Put on your ice claws and follow a professional guide to explore the Blue Ice Cave. Touch the millennium ice and feel the age and power of the Earth. This is a scenery that is disappearing under global warming, and it is even more precious.
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Driving on Highway 1, experiencing the loneliness and magnificence of the world
Why is it the ultimate self driving paradise? The Iceland Ring Road No.1 is approximately 1332 kilometers long. Along the way, you will encounter waterfalls, glaciers, black beaches, geothermal areas, fjords… every turn is a postcard. The sense of freedom in this scenery on the road is something that group tours can never experience.
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What time do you go?
Summer (June August): polar day, mild weather, good road conditions, suitable for circumnavigation and hiking.
Winter (November to March): Watching aurora and blue ice caves, but the weather is harsh and self driving requires extremely high skills.
Budget and Currency: Iceland has a high level of consumption. Plan ahead and consider self cooking in supermarkets for catering. Using Icelandic krona, but credit cards are extremely popular.
Transportation: We strongly recommend self driving. It is recommended to rent a four-wheel drive vehicle suitable for road conditions and be sure to purchase gravel protection.
Dress Code (Golden Rule): “Onion Style Dress Code”. Regardless of the season, windproof and waterproof jackets, warm middle layers, and waterproof hiking shoes are essential items.
Beyond the Conventional – Recommended Small and Medium Sized Mysteries
If you are tired of seeing tour group routes, try these:
Xifjord: rarely visited by humans, with red sandy beaches, spectacular fjords, and adorable puffins.
The Randman Araucca Highlands: known as the ‘Colorful Mountains’, with its rhyolite mountains and colorful scenery, it is a paradise for hikers.
What Iceland Taught Us
The journey to Iceland will eventually become internalized as a force. It tells you that nature can be so grand, and humans can be so small yet resilient. Here, you will learn to respect nature and cherish a simple life. Let’s go, to the edge of this planet, to find the most authentic and free version of ourselves.
Your next stop should be the world itself.
