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Reykjavik

This is a city of contrasts; contemporary architecture sits aside snow-capped mountains and icy seas.

Reykjavik, the world’s most northerly capital, is home to candy-coloured buildings, eccentric locals and exciting nightlife.

Visit for the culture, with masses of colourful festivals throughout the year or the unfamiliar feeling of partying through the White Nights in the summer.

Experiences

It’s all here. Things to see and do, places to explore and moments to discover.

The Blue Lagoon

Relax at the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa just outside Reykjavik.

Laugardalur Valley

A short drive from Reykjavik, Laugardalur boasts a beautiful botanical garden featuring an impressive selection of Arctic flowers and plants.

Skolavorodustigur

Explore the galleries and shops along Skolavorodustigur, Reykjavik’s biggest and longest shopping street.

Reykjavik Museums

Take in a couple of the city’s best museums – Reykjavik 871+/2 and the National Museum.

Old Reykjavik Quarter

Wander the streets of Tjornin and the Old Reykjavik Quarter.

Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral

Visit this iconic building and climb to the top to be rewarded with awe-inspiring views of Reykjavik and even Snaefellsjokull glacier on a clear day.

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Northen Lights, Jokulsarlon Lagoon, Iceland — Iceland

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Iceland – Land of Fire and Ice

Just below the Arctic circle, a holiday to Iceland offers an exciting mix of nature, culture and fun. Volcanoes and glaciers have combined to create a landscape that is dramatic and raw and the Icelanders know exactly how best to explore it, be it by super-jeep or ice crampon.

9 days

from £6,325 pp

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Radisson Blu 1919 £££££

Iceland
City

The Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik is a historic hotel housed in the former offices of Iceland’s first shipping company, Eimskipafelag Islands, constructed in 1919.

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Alda Hotel Reykjavik £££££

Iceland
City

Alda Hotel can be found on the main shopping street, Laugavegur, in the peaceful heart of Reykjavik. With a stylish bar, comfortable rooms and welcoming staff, the Alda is a perfect choice for this charming city. Steppes Travel was lucky enough to stay here during a trip to Reykjavik, the location, the staff and even the breakfasts were wonderful, we loved it.

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