Þingvellir National Park
We visit the place where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are moving apart. Few places in the world offer a better and clearer view of this massive geographic activity. The biggest natural lake in Iceland is also located at Þingvellir National Park and hosts a great variety of fish and birdlife. Þingvellir is also a site of deep historical importance: Icelanders founded their parliament here in 930 A.D., where chieftains gathered every summer. The name Þingvellir translates to "Parliament Plains."
Gullfoss
The melting water from Iceland's second-biggest glacier, Langjökull, falls into a deep canyon to form the majestic Golden Falls. On sunny days, you can see Langjökull in the distance and enjoy a rainbow in the mist — an Instagram blockbuster waiting to happen!
Geysir Geothermal Area
This area hosts hundreds of colorful hot springs and two geysers. One is called Geysir — the namesake of all geysers in the world — though it erupts rarely today. The other is Strokkur, which erupts every 5 minutes up to 40 meters high.
Icelandic Traditional Dairy Farm – Efstidalur
We visit Efstidalur farm, owned by the same family since 1850. This family-run farm stays true to Icelandic agricultural traditions, focusing on horse and cattle breeding. You’ll enjoy their delicious farm-to-table dairy products, see stunning mountain views, and pet the friendly animals. Troll Expeditions will invite you to taste their ice cream while you watch the animals relax in the stable.
Faxi
Faxi waterfall is smaller than some others, yet equally stunning. It’s located on the Tungufljót river, a well-known salmon river. A salmon staircase has been built alongside the river to help extend salmon spawning areas. In summer, you may see fishermen trying their luck — and salmon jumping up the staircase.
Kerið Volcanic Crater
A stunning volcanic crater with a lake in the center, formed during an eruption about 3,000 years ago. While some believe it was formed by a massive explosion, it’s more likely that the volcanic cone collapsed into its own magma chamber. Kerið is a perfect place to learn more about Iceland’s geological history and witness a truly awe-inspiring natural wonder.
