Iceland's South Coast - Waterfalls & Hidden Gems 🇮🇸
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Iceland's South Coast - Waterfalls & Hidden Gems 🇮🇸
Wandering Sophia
🇮🇸 3-Day Itinerary - Explore Iceland's South Coast.
✨ Must-See places.
💎 Hidden Gems.
👉 Insider info for every stop.
⏰ How long to stay at each spot.
🚗 Drive times.
🏡 Best places to stay.
🍦 Local food.
📸 Photography tips.
☀️ March to October are the perfect months to follow this itinerary, with sufficient daylight to complete everything according to the timing provided and the best chance to have good weather.
📸 The itinerary is timed to arrive at each spot when the light is optimal (March through October) and when the locations are less crowded (fewer tour buses).
☔️ But it's Iceland, so be prepared for some rain and wind.
❄️ November to February: While it’s possible to visit all locations during the winter, there are two challenges:
❄️ Winter driving conditions
☀️ Limited amount of daylight.
👉 More info on driving in Iceland at the bottom of the itinerary.
⚠️ Caution: Trails at Reykjadalur Thermal River & Svartifoss Waterfall could be icy.
☀️ Sunrise will dictate a later start in the winter, but the itinerary should still be doable in 3 days.
⏰ While this itinerary times everything out, including how long it takes to drive to the next stop and how long to spend at each destination... feel free to take it at your own pace.
➡️ When you're ready to head to the next stop simply use the Directions/Go button next to the "address" which links to the map (Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze) to help you navigate.
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Starting from Selfoss
⏳ THE PLAN: Stay in Selfoss the night before you start your South Iceland adventure!
👇 Other Hotel Recommendations below if you want to start from Reykjavik or Hveragerði.
Nyibaer Studio Apartment
@WanderingSophia
❤️ Nyibaer Studio Apartments was one of my favourite places to stay in Iceland.
🐴 It's located on a farm just outside of Selfoss.
😊 The apartment is open-concept and spacious, with big windows and ample parking.
🍴 The kitchen was well stocked for self-catering.
✅ Easy self-check-in process.
🛏️ Comfy bed and great shower.
🐴 Bonus, all of the nearby horse farms. Loved seeing so many adorable Icelandic Horses.
👉 The apartment is close to Selfoss, which has several grocery stores.
🐷 My favourite is Bonus with the pink and yellow pig logo and some of the most affordable prices in Iceland.
🌮 There is also a terrific food hall with a wide selection of restaurants for dinner.
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Day 1: South Coast
GK Bakarí
@WanderingSophia
🥐 GK Bakarí is a terrific little bakeshop in the heart of Selfoss with friendly staff.
🐌 I'm a big fan of their Snúður. These swirled pastries, called “snails,” are popular throughout Scandinavia.
🥪 They also sell delicious sandwiches on seeded buns and croissants if you want to grab something yummy and fast for lunch.
🍪 And grab a few of their awesome cookies for the road!
⏰ HOURS: Monday through Friday, 7 am—5 pm; Saturday, 8 am—4 pm; Sunday, 8 am—2 pm.
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Wandering Sophia
I'm Wandering Sophia, a Canadian who loves to travel slowly and really get to know a place!
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