Sunday part 2 Geyser, Gullfoss waterfall and Blue Lagoon

(Sunday part 2)

Our 3rd stop was Strokker Geyser.  There was a strong smell of sulfur but the Geyser was really cool.  Especially watching unsuspecting people running from the spray. Wind direction is a thing people.😆 

Next stop Gullfoss waterfall. 
The waterfall was enormous and river it feeds a really cool green color. It has to be really deep to hold all the water pouring over the falls.

After Gullfoss falls we stopped at the Efstidalur dairy farm, where there is a restaurant and creamery. We saw cows, had lunch, and some delicious ice cream. 
After lunch we headed back to the hotel to grab out swim suits, and spent the evening relaxing at the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.
Tomorrow our road trip around Iceland begins.

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