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Winter in Iceland: A Travel Guide Travel Time • Best time: November to March is the peak season for winter tourism. • Avoiding the peak: January to February is the peak tourist season, with more people and higher prices. Transportation • Self-driving: Suitable for tourists with snow driving experience, a four-wheel drive vehicle is required. • Group tours: Safer, suitable for those unfamiliar with the road conditions or without driving experience. Accommodation • Reykjavik: Convenient transportation and a variety of activities. • Small towns: Experience local customs and relatively cheap prices. Main Attractions and Activities • Northern Lights: The best season to see the aurora, away from city light pollution. • Glacier hiking and ice cave exploration: Experience the magnificence of glaciers. • Golden Circle: Includes Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss. • Blue Lagoon: Enjoy the perfect combination of hot springs and snow. • South Coast: Enjoy waterfalls, glaciers, and black sand beaches. • Lake Myvatn: Experience geothermal hot springs and volcanic landscapes. Precautions • Weather changes: Pay attention to the weather forecast and adjust your itinerary accordingly. • Warmth: Bring down jackets, thermal underwear, gloves, and hats. • Safe driving: Pay attention to icy and snowy roads and keep a safe distance. • Health and safety: Pay attention to food hygiene and prepare common medicines.