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A Perfect Week in a Perfect City

Ask this member a question. Raydar Writer who has travelled Scandinavia and enjoyed the charms of Reykjavik.
28 May 2006
4.0 of 5 stars based on 8 votes
In this list you will find top travel tips about Reykjavik, Iceland. I will outline the best tours, the best hotels, tips on how to avoid Iceland's high prices and everything in between!
  • Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Reykjavik, Svartsengi, Thingvellir
  • Category: Perfect week or more
  • Traveler type: Sightseeing, Active/Outdoors
  • Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Singles, Families with small children, Families with teenagers, Seniors, Budget travellers , Tourists
  • Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
  • Tags: Iceland, Reykjavik, winter, city, capital, nature, relax, adventure
1. Reykjavik
Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik. The jewel of the north and perhaps the world's most amazing capital. Transform your weekend break into a full blown adventure in Iceland's buzzing capital city. The city provides an unbeatable base for exploring Iceland's natural wonders and acts as a place to relax after a long day's exploring.
2. Fosshotel Baron
Fosshotel Baron, Reykjavik, Iceland
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Ave price: $166
This is one of Reykjavik's most central hotels. It is excellent value for money and is a beacon of cleanliness and organisation. The complimentary breakfasts are wonderful and the rooms are spacious and well equiped. The Fosshotel Baron is one of Reykjavik's cheapest hotels - I can't for the life of me think why.
3. Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon, Svartsengi, Iceland
What many think of when they think of Iceland. The misty blue waters of the geothermal spa provide relaxation and stimulation in just a few exhilerating hours. The Blue Lagoon is only 40 minutes from Reykjavik's city centre and even closer to the countries International Airport in Keflavik. This is certainly an attraction NOT to be missed.
4. Thingvellir National Park
Thingvellir National Park, Thingvellir, Iceland
Ever wanted to see a breathtaking waterfall which rivals Niagra in sheer beauty and power? How about a hot spring which erupts with a plume of boiling water every five minutes? Surely, the dividing line between Europe and America is something not to be missed? All of these things can be found in Thingvellir. This is the ultimate Icelandic experience and is possitively essential. See "The Golden Circle" tour at IcelandExcursions.is
5. Money in Iceland
Here are the average prices for the main commodities in Iceland (c. 2006):

Lunch: GBP14-20 per person ($28-28)
Dinner: GBP15-30 per person ($30-60)
Drinks: Beer approx GBP5 ($10) Soft Drinks GBP3 ($6) Wine bottle GBP10-20 ($20-40)
Excursions:
1-day tour approx GBP100 ($200) per person.
Half day tour approx GBP35 ($70) per person.
Blue Lagoon (from Reykjavik) GBP30 ($60) per person

Petrol (per litre): 1.32ISK (GBP1.30) ($2.70)
Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Reykjavik, Svartsengi, Thingvellir