Escape Guide - Iceland | Hachette (French)

The Évasion guides invite you to travel differently . Guided by our authors, experts in each destination, you will set off to discover the most beautiful places, taking the time to explore lesser-known areas, staying in our "favorite" addresses or trying new activities, in connection with the region and its inhabitants.

In this new edition of the title Iceland , the authors, Julie and Ael Kermarec – 2 passionate guides living in Reykjavik who created the Icelandic Frenchies agency – offer you an immersive journey. Along route n°1 of course, which goes around the island and its must-sees: Blue Lagoon , Golden Circle and Southern waterfalls , Lake Myvatn , Snaefellsjökull National Park … But they also take you to the Vestmann Islands , one of their favorites, to the heart of Landmannalaugar , to the end of the more secret East Fjords or even to the Vatnsnes peninsula to observe seals and birds.

Find their best tips and favorites for a trip to the heart of authentic Iceland:

• Tailor-made tours to discover major sites as well as areas still unspoiled by tourism . A guaranteed favorite!
• Special pages on Iceland in winter to discover the magic of the Northern Lights and a focus on all the swimming possibilities to relax .
• The best places, both simple and authentic: inexpensive cafes and small canteens, accommodation run by enthusiasts, local museums...
• Secret walks and hikes to discover the rugged beauty and stunning colors of Iceland and lesser-known places (Arctic Coast Way) or to immerse yourself in the local culture: municipal swimming pools where you can meet Icelanders.

And of course, all the activities to discover another Iceland: places for hiking or horseback riding, contacts with passionate guides for kayaking between blocks of ice...