Sunshine Travelers Podcast

Episode 102 - Iceland - Four Days on Golden Circle, South Road, and Reykjavik


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Iceland is a land of breathtaking contrasts—fire and ice, rugged landscapes and serene beauty. On this episode we’re recapping our recent trip to the Land of Fire and Ice. From hiking to waterfalls and navigating Iceland’s ever-changing weather, we’ll share our favorite moments, unexpected detours, and how we modified our plans on the go to prioritize the experiences that mattered most. Whether you’re planning your own Icelandic adventure or just want to live vicariously through our journey, join us as we relive the highlights, lessons learned, and unforgettable sights of this incredible destination.

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Be sure to check out our other Iceland Epsiodes:

Episode 101 - Iceland in the Winter: The Land of Fire and Ice - How we planned our 4 Day Stopover Trip to Iceland

Episode 101.a - Live From Iceland Mini Episode - Day 1 - Blue Lagoon & Golden Circle

Episode 101.b - Live from Iceland Mini Episode - Day 2 Seljalandsfoss, Vik and Diamond Beach

Episode 101.c - Live from Iceland Mini Episodes - Day 3 - Diamond Beach, Glaciers, and Canyons

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Day 0 - Arrival Day

  • Arrive late
  • Stay: Courtyard by Marriott near Airport
  •  Find your Perfect Stay for Iceland at sunshinetravelers.com/booking

    Day 1

    • Pick up rental at Ice Rental 4x4
    • Blue Lagoon
    • Golden Circle:
    •  Þingvellir National Park
    •  Walk between the continental plates at Almannagjá Gorge
    •  Visit Öxarárfoss Waterfall
    •  Geysir Geothermal Area
    •  Gullfoss Waterfall
    • Stay: Hotel Selja
    • Find your Perfect Stay at sunshinetravelers.com/booking

      Day 2

      • Seljalandsfoss & Gljúfoss Waterfalls
      • Skógafoss Waterfall
        • Climb the 527 steps for an amazing view from the top + short hike at the top
        • Lunch in Vik - Black Crust Pizzeria – Unique black dough pizzas
        • Gas + snacks for the drive
        • Church
        • Diamond Beach
        • Stay: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Hotel
        • Find your Perfect Stay at sunshinetravelers.com/booking

          Day 3

          • Diamond Beach
          • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
          • Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
          • Take Away late lunch in Vik
          • Drive back to Reykjavík
          • Sky Lagoon
          • Stay: Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel
          • Find your Perfect Stay at sunshinetravelers.com/booking

            Day 4

            • Wake up Reykjavik Food Walking Tour of Reykjavik
            •  What we ran out of time for on our route:

              • Kerið Crater
              • Secret Lagoon
              • Brúarfoss Waterfall
              • Sólheimajökull Glacier
              • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach & Basalt Columns
              • Skaftafell National Park & Svartifoss
              •  Main sights on the Golden Circle:

                •  Þingvellir National Park
                •  Walk between the continental plates at Almannagjá Gorge
                •  Visit Öxarárfoss Waterfall
                •  Geysir Geothermal Area
                •  Gullfoss Waterfall
                •  Brúarfoss Waterfall
                •  Kerið Crater
                •  Secret Lagoon
                • Main sights on the South part of the Ring Road

                  • Seljalandsfoss & Gljúfrabúi Waterfalls
                  • Skógafoss Waterfall
                  • Sólheimajökull Glacier
                  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach & Basalt Columns
                  • Skaftafell National Park & Svartifoss
                  • Diamond Beach
                  • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
                  • Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
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