Honeymoon in Iceland
Geysers, lagoons, waterfalls and volcanoes – a honeymoon in Iceland is perfect for adventure seekers…
Why Go
A land of ice and fire, a honeymoon in Iceland will leave you in awe of its otherworldly beauty. Snow, geysers, mountains and waterfalls.
Many couples will start their honeymoon in Iceland in the famed Blue Lagoon. Before you even check into your hotel, you can take a detour from Keflavík International Airport to this geothermal gem on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
The friendly capital city, Reykjavík, is compact enough to explore in a couple of days with many highlights like the Golden Circle tour accessible on a day trip.
Visit the Sky Lagoon, see the ice cave at the Perlan museum, take in a show at the beautiful Harpa concert hall and marvel at the architecture of the towering church, Hallgrímskirkja.
Many couples plan a honeymoon in Iceland during wintertime so they can witness the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights.
Booking a northern lights tour is an essential add-on to your itinerary from October to April (book a tour on the first night, many operators offer a free re-try if the lights don’t appear).
We also love Iceland in summer for a romantic honeymoon road trip. The Ring Road will take you to the far corners of this unique island with plenty of adventure to be found.
With moon-like landscapes, mesmerising waterfalls, dramatic glaciers, quaint villages, green mountains and black sand beaches, this is a journey with a difference.
Hire a car and head for the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir National Park, one of the first stops on the Golden Circle tour. This is where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Explore Geysir Geothermal Area, hike Almannagjá gorge and snorkel or dive at Silfra.
Stay the night in a bubble dome tent. Take the Ring Road south, stop at Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the black sand beaches at Vík, Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon with its floating icebergs and Diamond Beach.
Make your way east towards the fishing town of Höfn, which sits beside Iceland’s largest glacier, Vatnajökull. If you’re travelling in July, you might catch the lobster festival in the town.
In the country’s north, you’ll find Mývatn. During winter, it’s known as the ‘Northern Lights capital of Iceland’. During the summer, there is so much to do. You can explore tiny villages like Húsavík where you can go whale watching.
See the magnificent Goðafoss and Dettifoss waterfalls. Explore Akureyri, Iceland’s second ‘city’, and Siglufjörður, the most northerly town.
Head back west via the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Stop at Djúpalónssandur (“Black Lava Pearl Beach”) before heading back to Reykjavík.
An abundance of natural beauty awaits for intrepid couples on a honeymoon in Iceland and it is the perfect alternative honeymoon destination for those who don’t want a tropical beach like the Maldives or Barbados!
Is Iceland good for a honeymoon? Yes! A honeymoon in Iceland is perfect for an adventure with a difference. The hardest part is choosing between the Northern Lights in winter or an epic road trip in summer.
Good To Know
Where: Northern Europe, an island nation in the North Atlantic Ocean, located between Greenland and Norway, just south of the Arctic Circle.
Airport: Keflavík International Airport (KEF), about 50 km from the capital, Reykjavík.
Time zone: UTC +0
Currency: Icelandic Króna (ISK)
Language: Icelandic is the official language. English is widely spoken and understood.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit Iceland for a winter honeymoon, including the Northern Lights, is from October to April when the days are short and the temperatures are cold.
Summer is from June to September, although expect cooler weather with average temperatures in Reykjavík of 10°C / 50°F.
This is a great time for a road trip on the Ring Road. Rainfall can be expected all year round.
How Long To Stay
We recommend at least 7-10 nights for a honeymoon in Iceland, although many couples plan short winter minimoon trips of 4-5 nights to see the Northern Lights, too.
However, the ideal duration of a honeymoon in Iceland can vary depending on personal preferences and budget.
7 nights will allow you some time to recover from jet lag if necessary and see multiple destinations with a mix of activities and relaxation.
Where To Tag On
If you’re planning a multi-destination honeymoon, there are direct flights to many major European cities and to several in northeastern North America.
Flying from the US? You can stopover in Iceland on the way to London, Dublin, Amsterdam, Paris, Madrid or Rome.
Flying from Europe? You can stopover in Iceland on the way to Toronto, New York, Boston and Washington!
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