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Self-driving the Golden Circle in Iceland, soaking in hot springs in the lava wilderness while watching the Northern Lights

🚗 Recommended Golden Circle self-drive route Reykjavik → Þingvellir National Park → Geysir Geothermal Area → Gullfoss Waterfall → ION Adventure Hotel Must-visit highlights👇 ▫️ Þingvellir National Park Hike between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates Every snapshot is a geological wonder ▫️ Geysir Geothermal Area A natural hot spring that erupts every 8 minutes Be sure to capture the stunning moment when the water column shoots up ▫️ Gullfoss Waterfall A majestic two-tier glacier waterfall Rainbows often appear across the mist on sunny days 🌟 Accommodation recommendation The loneliest hotel at the edge of the world, ION Adventure Hotel, a design hotel hidden in the lava fields ▪️ Infinity hot spring pool facing the Hengill volcano ▪️ Lie by the floor-to-ceiling windows to watch the Northern Lights ▪️ Eco-friendly design using reclaimed wood and lava ▪️ Floor-to-ceiling window restaurant serving Icelandic specialty lamb 📌 Self-driving tips 1️⃣ It is recommended to rent a 4WD vehicle to handle changing road conditions 2️⃣ October to March nights are ideal for Northern Lights chasing 3️⃣ Booking hotels in advance is more cost-effective
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