This ten day itinerary is what I wish we would have done in retrospect, and includes the highlights in Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor, with several day trips to some wonderful temples.
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Iceland · Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Often nicknamed 'Iceland in Miniature' due to its diversity of natural features, the large Snæfellsnes peninsula can be visited as a day trip from the capital.
Iceland · Westfjords
A list of must-sees in the Westfjords, Iceland's oldest and most remote region, full of untouched nature and incredible landscapes.
Iceland · North Iceland
Up North, the sights thin out compared to the South Coast—this posts collects noteworthy sights worth stopping or detouring for, mostly around the lake Mývatn area.
Iceland · Dettifoss, Selfoss, & Hafragilsfoss
This post compares the Dettifoss, Selfoss, and Hafragilsfoss viewpoints on the East and West side, to help you make an informed choice regarding which one to visit.
Iceland · Waterfall Circle hike
We took a significant detour off the Ring Road, driving inland in East Iceland, to get to this 8km long, off-the-beaten path hiking route that takes you past five waterfalls and a canyon.
Iceland · South Coast
This posts collects sights along the South Coast of Iceland. Whether massively popular or off-the-beaten-path, all of these are worth stopping for on a roadtrip of the region.
Iceland · Stokksnes / Vestrahorn
The contrast of the dramatic, jutting Vestrahorn mountain reflected in the flat black sand beach is worth both the price of admission and the detour to the Stokksnes headland.
Iceland · Vatnajökull National Park
We spent two days in Vatnajökull National Park, including a glacier and ice cave hike, an iceberg boat tour, and unmissable tourist hotspots such as Svartifoss, Diamond Beach, and Jökulsárlón.
Iceland · Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Reynisfjara is a world-famous black sand beach on the South Coast, right next to Vík, known for its peculiar rock formations and dangerous sneaker waves.