Escape to black beaches and snowy peaks on the Arctic Coast Way

ICELAND // Majestic cliffs. Glacial fjords. Crashing waves. Lounging seals. For a wild adventure in Iceland, head for the Nordurstrandarleiò (Arctic Coast Way). The route from Hvammstangi in the west to Bakkafjördur in the east includes six peninsulas stretching north, tracing 900km (560 miles) of Iceland's most rugged, remote coastline. It's your chance to experience heart-pounding natural drama and tranquil escape. From saga settlements to whale-watching hubs, each of its small towns offers special insight into life on the edge of the Arctic.