One thing we’d been told before our journey (and after indulging in endless posts from Julia) was how quickly the weather here can change. You can set off during drizzly showers, and five minutes later be met with bright skies or even snow storms- and well, that’s exactly what happened.
With the weather changing in what felt like almost minutes, people are always right when they say you’re always close to an adventure here- as we found ourselves carefully cruising along snow stacked roads and icy corners. Stopping off at various points, to hop out of the car and soak it all in- it reminded me a little of our tour of the Great Ocean Road last year in Australia. There’s something quite incredible about covering so much land and seeing the landscape change so rapidly across such vast expanses too.
Our first stop before lunch was the Fontana Geothermal Baths– a regular and noted spot for anyone doing any Golden Circle tours- but despite this, never felt too busy or cramped.
We sat down for a traditional Icelandic lunch (fresh fish, soups and bakes a plenty)- before Amy and Abi bravely dipped into the water (and sea), whilst a cosy Emily and I sat on watching (and promising we’d head in when it came to the Blue Lagoon later on in the week).
After drying off and hopping back into the car, we ventured to one of the most stunning sights I possibly saw on this trip (at least certainly the one that inspired endless TLC renditions)- the incredible waterfall, Gulfoss. With hundreds of tiny tourists bundled around watching it (funnily enough we were the only ones singing Chasing Waterfalls)- it felt somewhat other worldly, and reminded me a lot of being on safari and just seeing these incredible untouched wonders of the world; sounds simple, but it’s true.
Our next stops included an ice cream stop to the traditional Efstidalur farm in the hills- where the ice cream is fresh, delicious and you can even see the cows in the barn from the antique armchairs! We also continued on to see the Geyser (which, naturally sounds more fun when you call it a ‘geezer’) and largely spent the rest of our afternoon gawping in amazement at how many natural wonders this country truly boasts, and although we didn’t quite tackle the full extent of the Golden Circle tour, for an impromptu day of driving- we impressively managed to tick off more than I’d even anticipated- and we arrived back in Reykjavik ready for a hot bath and an evening of reliving the days adventures over dinner.
x
18 Comments
Kristin Bassett
November 20, 2017 at 3:25 pmI went to Iceland in early October before the snow fell. We spent a day touring the Golden Circle and made all of the same spots. We even also stopped for ice cream at Efstidalur farm — isn’t it the most charming?! I hope to make it back to Iceland again to explore more of the island.
Laura
November 20, 2017 at 3:45 pmIceland looks so breathtakingly beautiful – that nature is just something else! I really, really want to visit one day. x
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Kayleigh
November 20, 2017 at 4:22 pmIceland looks so amazing. I’ve always wanted to visit and it’s definitely a place on my wishlist! The landscapes are just so breathtaking and magical! Sounds like you had a wonderful time 🙂
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Maru Conti
November 20, 2017 at 5:16 pmBeautiful photos!
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Courtney
November 20, 2017 at 6:12 pmIt looks like a winter wonderland there. I love all the photos.
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Neeltje | Thoughts in Style
November 20, 2017 at 7:18 pmWow it looks amazing over there! X
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Dev
November 20, 2017 at 8:05 pmLiv these photos are insane! What a gorgeous adventure! I’m dying to visit Reykjavik, maybe next year over the Christmas holidays.
Beth
November 20, 2017 at 8:33 pmIceland is definitely one of those places I want to tick of my list, it look absolutely stunning!! xx
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Meryl
November 21, 2017 at 7:44 amThis Looks absolutly Stunning. Might have to add iceland to my travel list
Kate Mitchell
November 21, 2017 at 8:59 amWow the scenery looks just breathtaking, great photography xxx
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Holl JC
November 21, 2017 at 12:12 pmOh wow Liv, these pictures are just breath taking! So so beautiful, sounds like you had an amazing time! x
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bonjourchiara
November 21, 2017 at 12:32 pmAlthough I can hide the fact that I hate cold weathers, I really dream to visit Iceland one day! xx
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Lisa Rebecca
November 21, 2017 at 1:26 pmWOW! It looks so magical there, all the snow aah – Iceland is well and truly somewhere on my travel list, stunning photos! x
Hayley
November 21, 2017 at 2:12 pmAhhh Ben and I went to Iceland last February and we absolutely LOVED it! It’s just the most scenic and picturesque place ever, I’d love to go back one day! Gorgeous pictures lovely lady!
Hayley xo
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Emma Bought What
November 21, 2017 at 9:10 pmBeautiful photos! Your trip to Iceland looks amazing – I’d love to visit there x
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Emma Bought What
November 21, 2017 at 9:10 pmBeautiful photos! Your trip to Iceland looks amazing – I’d love to visit there x
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Julia
November 22, 2017 at 10:11 pmAll that snow! This is so exciting. Although I do relate to the Bridget Jones on holiday part haha- you never know what will happen to you!
Nature looks breathtaking in Iceland, it’s great that you got to experience that – with the right clothing to keep you warm, that’s even better!
Julia x
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Lauren
December 4, 2017 at 6:46 pmOh my word these views are STUNNING! The picture of you in the snow is so gorgeous, and the snow ahhh!
Lauren x
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