What to see in Iceland: visit the land of fire and ice

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What to see Iceland: Skogafoss midnight sun

Explore the contradictions of Iceland with travel specialist Discover the World: volcanoes that loom above icecaps, lava fields leading to waterfalls, and black sand beaches

The natural wonders of Iceland can be explored year-round, all with the expert guidance of Discover the World.

What to see Iceland: Discover the World

Discover the World – the leading Iceland travel specialist for 35 years – offers self-drive trips and small-group tours, northern lights breaks, hiking holidays and whale-watching. Explore a coastline where black-sand beaches stretch as far as the eye can see, or where colourful fishing villages lie scattered like confetti through majestic fjords.

With experts that will work with you to create a trip that is tailored to your interests, time scales and budget, Discover The World will show you hidden gems and take you on unforgettable adventures.

What to see Iceland: Strokkur summer

Explore Iceland with the travel experts

Try the Essential Iceland Self-Drive Trip (year round, from £790) – you’ll visit some of Iceland’s best-known natural wonders on a seven-night adventure to the Golden Circle and South Coast, taking in majestic waterfalls, mighty glaciers and the sublime iceberg lagoon. It’s the perfect introduction to Iceland.

What to see Iceland: Reykjavik

Or how about a Northern Lights Special Escorted Holiday (October to March, from £900) where you’ll visit the Golden Circle, Reykjavik’s charming old town and the legendary Blue Lagoon on an expert-guided tour? Including two nights at the idyllic Hotel Ranga in southwest Iceland, this escorted short break provides excellent opportunities for seeing the aurora borealis.

What to see Iceland: Northern Lights over Hotel Ranga Will you witness one of the world’s greatest natural spectacles – the aurora borealis – at Iceland’s Hotel Ranga?

Enjoy an exclusive 5% discount on Discover the World holidays

Boundless members are offered a 5% discount on all Discover the World holidays, which include trips to Iceland, Scandinavia, Canada, Alaska, Australasia, Southern Africa, the Polar Regions, Chile and beyond.

Visit Discover the World's website or call 01737 886 722 and quote ‘Boundless’.

What to see Iceland: Hekla volcano

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