Moon Iceland: With a Road Trip on the Ring Road (Fifth Edition)

Breathtaking landscapes, unrivaled trekking, and the creative spirit of Reykjavík: experience it all with Moon Iceland. Inside you'll find: - Strategic, flexible itineraries, from a three-day tour of Reykjavík to a weeklong best of Iceland, plus a nine-day road trip on the famed Ring Road - Unique experiences and can't-miss highlights: Drive past quaint towns and enormous fjords, hike through Iceland's majestic national parks, and bask in the shimmering glow of the northern lights. Stroll Reykjavík's busy streets, listen to up-and-coming bands at uniquely themed venues, and kick back with a handcrafted Icelandic beer at a local hangout - The top outdoor activities: Search for seals, whales, and porpoises off the Icelandic coast or spot arctic wildlife like puffins and reindeer onshore. Trek across a mighty glacier, hike the rim of a remote volcano, and relax in the milky blue waters of the Blue Lagoon. Explore crystalline ice caves and mineral-rich lava tubes or catch a rainbow glimmering over a thundering waterfall - Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout - Honest advice from local author Jenna Gottlieb on what to eat, where to stay, and when to go, including tips for traveling during the winter - Handy tools including an Icelandic phrasebook and essential background information on the landscape, history, and culture Find your adventure with Moon Iceland. Country-hopping in Scandinavia? Check out Moon Norway.