Discover Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice
Black List Tours invites you to explore Iceland, where glaciers meet volcanoes, waterfalls pour off black cliffs and the northern lights dance overhead. It’s an island unlike anywhere else on Earth. Your personal travel concierge will build a custom itinerary around what you love, whether that’s chasing waterfalls, soaking in geothermal lagoons or hunting the aurora. With packages starting under $999 USD per person, reach out today to start planning. Call us at (305) 699-5093.
THINGS TO KNOW REGARDING TRAVELING TO ICELAND
Visa and Entry Requirements (U.S. travelers)
- Visa: Not required for tourist stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Iceland is part of Europe’s Schengen Area.
- Passport: Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Europe. We recommend 6 months.
- Entry/Exit System (EES): Europe now records fingerprints and a photo at the border on your first entry. Allow a little extra time on arrival.
- ETIAS: Europe’s new online travel authorization is scheduled to start in late 2026. Once it’s required, you’ll apply online before your trip. We’ll let you know when that changes.
Health and Safety
- U.S. State Department advisory: Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Iceland is one of the safest countries in the world.
- Nature is the real risk: Weather changes fast, and waves at black-sand beaches like Reynisfjara are dangerous. Always follow posted warnings and stay back from the water.
- Volcanoes: The Reykjanes Peninsula near the airport has erupted several times since 2021. Keflavík Airport has stayed open, and eruptions there produce lava flows, not ash clouds. We monitor conditions and adjust plans as needed.
- Vaccines: No special vaccines are required. Just be up to date on routine vaccines.
Money and Getting Around
- Currency: Icelandic króna (ISK). Credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere, even for small purchases.
- Costs: Iceland is expensive, especially food and drinks. We help you plan a realistic budget.
- Driving: Roads outside Reykjavík can be remote, and winter conditions can be challenging. We arrange experienced drivers and guides, or help you plan a safe self-drive route.
When to Go
- Summer (June to August): Nearly 24 hours of daylight, green landscapes, hiking and puffin season.
- Winter (September to April): The best season for the northern lights, ice caves and snowy scenery.
Key Places to Visit in Iceland
Reykjavík
Iceland’s colorful, walkable capital is packed with great food, nightlife and street art. Stroll the famous rainbow street leading up to Hallgrímskirkja church, where the Leif Erikson statue stands out front, then explore the murals tucked down side streets and the Harpa concert hall on the harbor.
The Golden Circle
Iceland’s classic day trip from Reykjavík. At Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, you can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. In the Haukadalur geothermal valley, the Strokkur geyser erupts every few minutes beside bubbling hot springs, and the thundering Gullfoss waterfall is just up the road.
Kerið Crater and Hveragerði
Add two easy stops to your Golden Circle day. Kerið is a volcanic crater in the Grímsnes area with a striking blue-green lake inside its red walls. Hveragerði is a small geothermal town known for greenhouses warmed by hot springs and the Reykjadalur valley, where you can hike to a hot river and bathe in it.
The South Coast
Walk the path behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, feel the spray at Skógafoss and see the black-sand beaches and basalt columns at Reynisfjara near Vík.
Geothermal Lagoons
No trip to Iceland is complete without a soak. The Sky Lagoon, just outside Reykjavík, has an infinity edge overlooking the ocean. The famous Blue Lagoon near the airport is another favorite.
Puffins and Wildlife
From roughly May to August, Atlantic puffins nest along Iceland’s coastal cliffs. We can arrange boat tours and cliff walks to see them up close, along with whale-watching trips.
More to Explore
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: Icebergs floating in a glacial lagoon, next to Diamond Beach, where ice glitters on black sand.
- Snæfellsnes Peninsula: Often called “Iceland in miniature,” with a glacier-capped volcano, fishing villages and the much-photographed Kirkjufell mountain.
Whether you’re dreaming of the northern lights, glacier hikes or simply standing somewhere that feels like another planet, Iceland delivers. Contact Black List Tours today to start planning your Icelandic adventure!