Iceland to Thira

The capital city of Iceland, Reykjavik is an interesting place to explore and an important cultural centre, well-known for its colourful houses, vibrant culture and mesmerising natural beauty. The city boasts of several museums, churches, recreation centres and other interesting attractions worth exploring. On a tour of Reykjavik, travellers can visit Hallgrimskirkja- the largest church in the country and one of the tallest structures here; go to Bessastadir to view the Presidential residence; behold sights of the glass dome of Perlan that rests on five hot water tanks or enjoy shopping in Laugavegur, one of the main shopping streets in the city. The Culture House deserves a visit on any trip to Reykjavik. Here, one can catch a glimpse of unique exhibits that present a clear insight of the rich cultural heritage of Iceland. ‘Reykjavík 871±2’ is an unusual archaeological exhibition related to the Viking era, worth visiting. Harpa Reykjavik is a renowned performance venue in the city that features a number of musical concerts. The presence of Tjornin- a beautiful pond, located in the heart of the city, adds to the beauty and appeal of the place. Nature-lovers can go to Heidmork, the largest nature reserve of the city. To explore this wonderful city in a very expedient manner, tourists can get their hands on one of the many exciting travel packages from MakeMyTrip.

Popularly known as Santorini, Thira is a beautiful Greek island located in the Aegean Sea. Scenic landscapes, mountain-top settlements, small fishing villages, Cycladic architecture and a fine collection of sand beaches make this island a highly tempting tourist spot. Blessed with a charming natural beauty and well-known for its spectacular sunset views, Oia is perhaps the best place to visit on a romantic trip to Thira. Vlichada is an idyllic village boasting of a beautiful beach, one of the best choices for those looking for the least crowded places on this island. Megalochori invites tourists to discover its unique Cycladic architecture and a charming traditional village.Akrotiri is a veritable treasure-trove for history-lovers, boasting of rare archaeological sites and its scenic splendour. With most of the structures cut-out from native rocks, Vothonas is one of the most remarkable places to explore on a Thira tour. Those on a family vacation would love to visit Monolithos, which is known for housing an excellent beach and a few taverns. On the whole, this island presents an amazing diversity of landscapes, architecture and recreational opportunities for travellers to explore. MakeMyTrip can be the perfect choice for booking travel packages, and enjoy the vacation of a lifetime in this place.