Iceland Travel Advice
Make sure you are up-to-date with the pre-departure essentials before your trip to Iceland.
Passport & Visas
If you are a citizen of the UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, or the US, you do not require a visa to enter Iceland for stays up to 90 days. Check with your country’s embassy for the latest information regarding entry visa.
Your passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival in Iceland, and you should carry your passport or travel document with you at all times.
Check with your embassy or your official government website for foreign Iceland travel advice. Bear in mind that the information we provide is for guidance only, and you should check the details as it is your responsibility to have all the official documents ready before traveling.
You can consult the latest travel advice from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. We recommend all travelers to check their Government National Travel Advisory prior to their departure: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, USA
Travel Insurance
You need to have valid and adequate travel insurance before your tour with Travel Talk begins. It is your responsibility to have your insurance ready, but we are more than happy to provide you with guidance in the process. WorldNomads.com is one of the travel insurance providers that you can go with. You can visit our travel insurance page for more details. For now, here is some Central European travel advice that you need to keep in mind when choosing the right plan.
When to Go
High Season
The best time to visit Iceland is in summer when the nordic island offers a combination of the most ideal conditions. The weather is as warm as it gets in these higher latitudes with an average temperature of 8°C. You will get to experience the iconic Midnight Sun of Iceland if you come in summer. However, catching sight of the northern lights is relatively difficult compared to the winter. As days are unusually long from June to August, we recommend packing eye patches for good sleep. Also, keep in mind that summer is the peak season for Iceland tours, so you will find the must-see sights like the Blue Lagoon bustling with travelers.
The Shoulder Season
Useful Tips for Iceland
Money Matters
The currency in Iceland is the Icelandic Krona (ISK). We recommend that you wait until you go to the city center to change your money. Exchange rates are usually more favorable in the city.
ATMs are available and credit cards are widely accepted, except in some remote locations.
We recommend carrying cash with you at all times.
The Food Scene
Icelandic cuisine is simplistic just like the country itself. You will find a galvanizing richness in seafood.
Central locations like Reykjavik offer a variety of international cuisine.
Try brennivín, a local spirit that is hard on the tongue, known as ‘black death’, and is a perfect remedy for cold nights.
Solo Travel
Are you traveling alone? You can stay in a single room if your tour has the single supplement option.
You can also be roomed with a solo traveler of the same gender.
Feel free to contact your tour leader if you require assistance.
Adventure Essentials
Our Iceland tours are packed with adventure activities for all travelers. Make sure you are prepared for the extreme conditions in Iceland.
Pack wool or fleece sweaters, thermal underwear, and hiking boots for the cold weather.