Iceland is the Earth's youngest country, which still has an ongoing land formation processes due to the extensive volcanic activity. The lands of the Vikings are an exotic mixture of lights and sceneries - from the peaking mountains to the glazier lagoons, from the hot rivers to the lava fields, from the spectacular waterfalls to the black beaches and crystal caves. Visiting Iceland is once in a lifetime adventure that can bring you closer to the Northern Lights, between the tectonic plates of the Earth, inside an actual volcano with the Katla Ice Cave Tour, or among the minke whales.

As one of the most expensive tourist destinations on the planet, Iceland logically offers some of the most exquisite experiences in matters of luxury and innovation. The country has some truly outstanding geothermal ad SPA resorts, located around its natural hot springs; it offers an amazing variety of luxury lodges in the wilderness, a chance to spend the night in a sci-fi galaxy pod or dine in a century-old building with a mahogany piano.

Anyway, budget travellers don't need to cancel their flights yet, because there are plenty of survival options or them to rely on. First of all - camping is free all around Iceland, so you can spend zero money on accommodation, as long as you make sure not to freeze. Also, Icelandic cheap eats and street food are probably better than most of the restaurants in your country. Finally, there are many public bathing facilities with geothermal water, as well as a number of exceptional sightseeing locations you can visit free of charge.

Whatever your budget, encountering Iceland is a state-of-the-art endeavour, and we have gathered all the relevant information you'd need before you dive into it. Learn more about the places to stay, the top dining and partying locations, the unique sightseeing spots and natural phenomena around the country, the best family-friendly activities, and everything else you need to know.