Moon Iceland: With a Road Trip on the Ring Road: Waterfalls, Glaciers & Hot Springs

Local author Jenna Gottlieb reveals the best of Iceland, from breathtaking landscapes to unrivaled trekking. Experience it all with Moon Iceland. Inside you'll find:

• Strategic, flexible itineraries, from a three-day tour of Reykjavík to a weeklong best of Iceland, plus a nine-day road trip on the famed Ring Road
• Unique experiences and can't-miss highlights: Drive past quaint towns and enormous fjords, hike through Iceland's majestic national parks, and bask in the shimmering glow of the northern lights. Stroll Reykjavík's busy streets, listen to up-and-coming bands at uniquely themed venues, and kick back with a handcrafted Icelandic beer at a local hangout
• The top outdoor activities: Search for seals, whales, and porpoises off the coast or spot arctic wildlife like puffins and reindeer onshore. Trek across a mighty glacier, hike the rim of a remote volcano, and relax in the milky blue waters of the Blue Lagoon. Explore crystalline ice caves and mineral-rich lava tubes or catch a rainbow glimmering over a thundering waterfall
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Honest advice from Reykjavík local Jenna Gottlieb on what to eat, where to stay, and when to go, including tips for traveling during the winter
• Handy tools including an Icelandic phrasebook and essential background information on the landscape, history, and culture

Find your adventure with Moon Iceland.

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Author: Jenna Gottlieb,Moon Travel Guides
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Moon Travel
Published: 09/23/2025
Series: Moon Europe Travel Guide
Pages: 352
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 7.40h x 5.50w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9798886471120
5th Revised Edition