WHERE TO GO OFF THE BEATEN PATH IN ICELAND!

When it comes to wild and rugged adventures, you won’t find a country that offers this more than Iceland. It’s quickly becoming one of the hottest destinations to visit, and as such, there are very few hidden gems left to explore for the more adventurous traveler.

From exploring ice caves to less crowded natural hot springs to glaciers and volcanoes, there are plenty of places to explore where the big bus tourists don’t visit.

To help you plan your trip to Iceland, here are where you can get off the beaten path in Iceland as alternatives to the well known, most famous attractions in Iceland.

Fjallsarlon Iceberg Lagoon Instead of Jokulsarlon

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Leirhnjukur Instead Of Haukadalur

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Berserkjahraun Instead of Dimmuborgir

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Myvatn Baths Instead of Blue Lagoon

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Akureyri Instead of Faxaflói Bay

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