Iceland is often referred to as the Land of Fire and Ice. We walked on a volcanic landscape that was only 13 years old, whilst beside a glacier that compressed the water of centuries – a startling juxtaposition of old and new, but always beautiful. 

The delights are indeed varied. We got off the boat on the eastern side of the country and travelled anti clockwise. These articles may help you decide your route. 

To Iceland from the Isle of Man by Ferry, including the Yorkshire Dales, the Netherlands, Germany and Denmark (July 2023).

A Taste of the Eastern Fjords: Seyðisfjörður and Mjóifjörður, Iceland (July 2023).

Into the Highlands: Lagarfljót, Snaefell, Askja and Kverkfjöll, Iceland (July 2023).

The North East Circuit, Iceland (July 2023).

Walking the Jökulsárhlaup between Dettifoss and Ásbyrgi, Iceland 2023.

Mývatn, Iceland (July 2023)

24 Hours in Hrísey, Iceland 2023.

Exploring the Island of Grimsey, Iceland (July 2023)

The Arctic Coast Way: Tröllaskagi, Skagi and Vatnsnes Peninsulas, Iceland (August 2023).

Exploring Strandir in the West Fjords, Iceland (August 2023)

Exploring the West Fjords, Iceland (August 2023)

Exploring the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Iceland (August 2023)

Walking the Laugavegur Trail, Iceland (August 2023)

Walking the Fimmvörðuháls Trail, Iceland (August 2023).

The Golden Circle, Iceland (September 2023).

Exploring the Southern Coast of Iceland: Reykjadalur to Vik (September 2023).

Exploring the Southeastern Coast of Iceland: Vík to Hofn (September 2023).

Exploring the Southeastern Coastline of Iceland: Höfn to Reykjarfjörður (September 2023)

Ghost Ships of Iceland (October 2023).

The Best Campsites in Iceland (Summer 2023)

The Best Largely Free Hot Pools in Iceland (Summer 2023)

Hidden Waterfalls of Iceland (August 2023).

PROS & CONS

Pros

Stunningly beautiful!
Few people or tourists outside the Golden Circle
No flies
Few dogs
Clean
Superb birdlife
No bookings required for campsites, turn up anytime
Hot pots, both natural and manmade
Good phone reception
Free access to nature
Free parking bar Kirkufjall, Myvartn, seals on Snaefell
Free car wash hoses

Cons

Long and expensive ferry ride if taking own vehicle
No sunsets (if there in 24 hour daylight)
No stars (as above)
No sun (most of the time!) and cold
Expensive
Few free museums
No wild camping with vehicles (few exceptions)
Little wildlife
Lack of public loos
Lack of maps
Lack of Walking Trails