A$3,000 | 10 days | from Sydney | Comfortable
Why you'll love it
Reykjavik is Iceland's small, colourful capital and the base for exploring the island's glaciers, waterfalls and volcanic landscapes. It gets Triptakeo's top score for adventure and nature, and 9 out of 10 for romance and safety, making it one of the world's great bases for an outdoor adventure.
The best time to visit Reykjavik is June to August, with mild weather and almost round-the-clock daylight. Winter brings short days, snow and the best chance of seeing the northern lights.
See Hallgrímskirkja church and the Harpa concert hall, then soak in a geothermal lagoon such as Sky Lagoon. The Golden Circle route takes in Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir hot springs and Gullfoss waterfall. Whale-watching tours leave from the old harbour, and the south coast has black-sand beaches and glacier walks.
Reykjavik suits adventurous travellers, couples and nature lovers.
Your trip cost
For 10 days from Sydney