About your day
Today you will return to Reykjavik. On your way you will explore Reykjanes peninsula, an active geothermal area and a diamond in the rough. Your first stop is Krýsuvík cove that consists of several geothermal fields, such as Seltún. Here solfataras, fumaroles, mud pots and hot springs, are all buzzing with geothermal activity. Another geothermal area is Gunnuhver, a highly active geothermal area of mud pools and steam vents. Named after an angry female ghost, Gudrun, whose spirit was trapped in the hot springs by a priest 400 years ago, the steamy area has an eerie atmosphere and an incredible sulfur vapor. Next up is the Bridge between the continents. Did you know that Iceland is drifting apart at almost 2 cm per year? Iceland is located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge; therefore, the tip of the Reykjanes peninsula, where you can see the ridge rise above sea level, marks the boundary between Europe and North America. Your last stop is the unique Blue Lagoon where you can relax and unwind after a few days on the road (included). The Blue Lagoon is easily accessible to everyone and offers a special changing room, a lift for easier access into the lagoon and special shower wheelchairs. The deepest part of Blue Lagoon is around 1.60m/5.2ft but most parts of the lagoon are far shallower. In the afternoon drive back to Reykjavik, drop-off your rental car and stay for the night in a hotel in the center.
