The first rays of sunlight accompany you on your journey to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. And it has a lot to offer: steep cliffs, deep volcanic craters, dramatic waterfalls, and adorable seals. This is exactly what greets you at your first stop at Ytri-Tunga beach. A little further west, Bjarnarfoss plunges 80 meters into the depths, surrounded by moss-covered lava fields. This is precisely what leads you to the solitary Búdakirkja, the Black Church in Búðir. The Black Church stands like a painting in the desolate landscape. Back behind the wheel, you’ll continue to be amazed: from the depths of the narrow Raudfeldsgjá gorge, you reach a stone bridge amid the rugged rocks where the surf batters against the solid stone. On Djúpalónssandur, a black pearl beach, you’ll feel as though you’ve entered another world. The pitch-black sand and an old shipwreck will give you goosebumps. Stairs lead you to another highlight: the Saxholl crater. Your eyes are drawn to the majestic volcanic glacier Snæfellsjökull, proudly dominating the peninsula. Attention, Game of Thrones fans: A stop at Kirkjufell is a must, as behind it lies the famous "Arrowhead Mountain" with the roaring Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall.

Your thirst for adventure wakes you up and you're behind the wheel of your rental car, ready to discover the most beautiful places on the South Coast. Your eyes are glued to the passing landscape until you arrive at your first stop: Seljalandsfoss! The water falls 60 metres deep. Would you like to take a peek behind the waterfall? Yes, that's right! You can walk behind its thundering curtain, but beware, there is a risk of slipping! Your finger on the camera shutter will capture this amazing moment from every angle. Could it get any better? Yes, it can! Skogafoss is even more impressive: When the light is right, two rainbows appear in the water shower - just like in a fairy tale! Did you know that Skogafoss has often been used in films?

Equally breathtaking and beautiful is the village of Vík, which rises above the Mýrdalsjökull glacier near the Katla volcano - your destination today! Stroll along the black beach and enjoy the silence, broken only by the sound of waves crashing on the shore.

One of the most stunning beaches in the world is at your fingertips! Now is the time to see it for yourself! Hop in your rental car and head out! You've barely driven a few minutes when the road beneath you turns black. And then you'll see it: Reynisfjara Beach! Black sand, huge rocks and massive waves crashing against the shore. Nature will show you its power again - it's chilling! But beware: the unpredictable "sneaker waves" can quickly pose a danger! By the way, Iceland's volcanic history is on full display here. In the distance, the next destination is already looming: the Dyrhólaey Peninsula. Walk along the steep cliffs and, if you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of the cute puffins that occasionally appear here. And don't forget the cinematic experience: the Sólheimasandur plane wreck! Leave your car in the car park and take a walk through the quiet landscape. A cool breeze, black stones, mountains and sea in the distance and suddenly you discover a mysterious wreck - a sight to remember!

You're standing in the line of cars rushing to the ferry, vibrating with excitement. Next stop: Heimaey, the main island of the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago! As the boat passes the first islands, jagged lava rocks appear before you, disappearing into the deep blue of the ocean - frozen where heat meets cold.

A mystical atmosphere that culminates in the sight of the fiery red Eldfell volcano, with its 200-metre-high cinder cone looming on the horizon. This volcano was only formed 50 years ago. Want to explore the "Pompeii of the North"? Take a two-kilometre hike to the top of Eldfell. That feeling you get when you walk past the crater - lava fields and roads spread out below you as the houses begin to disappear into the darkening evening. If you're up for more adventure, head to the cliffs to the north or to the southernmost tip of the Stórhöfði peninsula. In the early evening, if you're lucky, you may spot cute puffins on the sea cliffs, recognisable by their bright red beaks.

Back to the Golden Circle! With bike in hand, you approach Kerid Crater (entrance fee paid on site, optional stop). What awaits you here? A truly colourful experience! The bright blue of the crater lake contrasts with the red of the lava rock, and the morning sun will accentuate these intense colours even more! Thundering water accompanies you on your way to the mighty Gullfoss before you reach the Strokkur, Stóri and Great Geyser geysers in the Haukadalur geothermal area, which shoot hot water fountains into the air as if by magic! And what about the commemorative photos? Then head to Thingvellir National Park, where you'll have the unique opportunity to see the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia whose movements create the dramatic Allmann Gorge - amazing! And with the roaring Öxarárfoss, a second waterfall will be added to your photo album.

Just moments later, you'll be mesmerised by Reykjavík as the city lights flood every street. It's time to end the evening with a classic Icelandic meal - a hot dog. "Eina med öllu" - "one with everything" - is a true Icelandic experience.