There's no Uber in Iceland. Iceland doesn't have Lyft either. It doesn't matter if you're trying to use Uber in Reykjavík or a small village.
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Tipping isn't mandatory or customary in Iceland, but it is always appreciated. The standard rate of tax on Icelandic products is 24%, with some products and services, including books, food and accommodation, taxed at a reduced rate of 11%.
Any traveler could spend weeks getting to know Iceland, but given the reality of limited vacation days, 5-7 days are recommended for a satisfying trip. In this length of time, you can make a northern road trip from Reykjavík to Akureyri or drive the south coast via Vík to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.
Cards are commonly used in Iceland even for quite small transactions. However, if you intend to visit isolated villages, or stay in rural farmhouse accommodation in Iceland, it's a good idea to carry enough cash to tide you over. ATMs – Hraðbanki in Icelandic, or Cashpoints, are easily found in cities and towns.
Most locals only use card payments instead of cash, and you likely won't run into any small businesses in any of the small Icelandic towns that only take cash, no matter how small your purchase is. Again, for the most convenience, opt to bring your credit and debit cards with you to Iceland and pay that way.