There are a couple of ways you can explore the Fagradalsfjall volcano. On a road trip in Iceland, you'd be able to drive yourself there.

Driving from Reykjavík would take you around 1 hour, then you can hike to the site of the latest eruption. From the car park, it’s a 4-5 hour round-trip walk. Then you could continue exploring more of South Iceland, before returning to the capital.

Another option is to visit Fagradalsfjall en route to the airport before your flight home. Keflavík International Airport is just 25 minutes away from the volcano car park, so you could see the eruption site before dropping off your rental car at the airport. 

Follow the latest guidance on visiting Fagradalsfjall with this Iceland volcano eruption update.

Although you can technically see volcanoes in Iceland year round, certain parts of the country are only accessible in the summer season. For example, most of the roads into the central highland region open in May or June and close in September.

Additionally, the ideal time for hiking in Iceland is between May and September, when the weather is at its best. This means that if you’d like to go trekking in Landmannalaugar or the Hveradalir geothermal valley, you’ll need to visit Iceland in summer.

Certain volcanic experiences are not available in winter either, such as the “Inside the Volcano” tour. You can enjoy this caving excursion at Thrihnukagigur between May and October only.

The best time to go to Iceland varies depending on the other activities you want to do though. Winter may not be a good time of year for hiking, but it has its own special appeal for other reasons.

If you dream of chasing the northern lights in Iceland, you should time your trip for the winter. That’s because you can expect dark nights between mid-September until mid-April, and you need darkness to see the colours in the sky.

Visit Iceland in winter and you might also explore natural ice caves on guided tours and witness landscapes glazed in frost, ice or snow.

Check out this complete guide for more tips on the best time to visit Iceland, according to local experts.

You can select your preferred arrival date for your Nordic Visitor tour. Simply choose a travel package online and find a date that suits you.

If you’ve already got a tour but now need to change your dates, contact your travel consultant as soon as possible to rearrange your trip.

Should you wish to add any attractions, activities or extra nights to your trip, you can do this online.

After selecting your preferred travel package, pick and choose the optional extras that suit you. You can add volcanic experiences such as lava caving at Raufarhólshellir and the “Inside the Volcano” excursion.

Or ask your dedicated travel consultant and they’ll tailor your itinerary to ensure it’s perfect for you, making suggestions that match your personal tastes.

For the most customisable itineraries, choose from our Iceland self-drive tours or privately guided vacation packages. These are fully flexible so the whole itinerary can be tailored to you.

You should book your flights once your Nordic Visitor tour has been confirmed. Do search for flights beforehand, so you know what’s available. But only purchase any flights after your travel consultant has secured your Iceland tour package.

By doing this your personal travel consultant will be able to introduce themselves to you and send you all of your booking details. As such, you can make a more informed choice when reserving flights in and out of Iceland. If you have any questions you can always contact us for advice.

Make sure you’re prepared for your trip to Iceland by packing gear for all weather. Iceland’s climate tends to be changeable, so you’ll want to be ready for anything.

Here’s our recommended packing list for Iceland:

• Fleece jacket or lightweight wool sweater
• Waterproof and windproof jacket
• Waterproof and windproof trousers
• Sturdy walking shoes
• Warm hat, scarf and gloves
• Thermal underwear and warm socks
• Cap or sun hat
• Swimwear and sandals
• Backpack
• Headtorch

If you’re taking a winter tour of Iceland, don’t forget to bring warm layers. An insulated jacket is essential and you might want to pack ice cleats, ice grips or anti-slip soles to give your shoes better traction.

Don’t forget to bring SPF lotion and sunglasses with you for the summer months. An eye mask will also come in handy to help you sleep at night when it’s bright outside.