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Whale Watching Ólafsvík

Join us on a tour for the chance of seeing a variety of whale species, including orcas, sperm whales and humpback whales.

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Magical experience, fantastic fishing trip, whale watching & reykjavík food lovers, whales and auroras, whale watching akureyri & forest lagoon, sky lagoon & northern lights by boat, whale watching & lava show.

4-4,5 hours

Whale Watching & Sky Lagoon

Whales and sea angling, reykjavík city walk and whales.

5 hours 30 minutes

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Whales of Iceland & FlyOver Iceland

The lava tunnel & whale watching, hop on-hop off & puffin express, golden circle & northern lights by boat.

10-11 hours

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1 hour 45 minutes

Horses & Puffins

Reykjavik by helicopter & northern lights, whales and horses, whales and puffins.

3-5 hours (depending on departure time)

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Aurora reykjavík, icelandic lava show, golden circle direct, south shore adventure, lava tour horseback riding.

15,900 Adult

1.5-2 hours

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FlyOver Iceland

Walk with a viking – reykjavík walking tour, hiking tour from reykjavík, into the blue from reykjavik.

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Adventure into the Land of Fire and Ice

This small island packs a lot of wonder into every inch—you'll find fiery volcanos, crystalline waterfalls, and majestic glaciers on the land, and the iridescent glow of the Northern Lights each winter in the skies above. Discover Iceland's Viking past, and its warm and welcoming culture.

• Northern Lights

You'll have the best chance of catching the most amazing, all-natural light show if you travel to Iceland from late September to late March.

The capital's name, Reykjavik, literally means "cove of smoke," inspired by the steam coming from the natural hot springs.

• Skogar Folk Museum

Lush, green turf roofs (with an underlay of birch bark) were one of the most common roofing types throughout Scandinavia and Iceland—and offered plenty of insulation during the cold winter months.

Perlan Observatory

The Perlan Observatory offers spectacular views of Reykjavik and Iceland below—and the Northern Lights above.

• Reynisfjara Beach

The volcanoes that built Iceland also created its gorgeous black sand beaches—and the stone columns here, which legend has it were created by trolls.

Natural Springs

Iceland's abundant natural springs offer many opportunities for soaking and soothing.

• Blue Lagoon

The gorgeous Blue Lagoon isn't technically a natural hot spring--it was built in a volcanic lava field to harness the heat of the 100-degree, mineral-rich water from beneath the earth's surface.

Black Beach

The volcanoes that built Iceland also created its gorgeous black sand beaches.

Diamond Beach

Bits of glacial ice wash ashore on the black sands of Diamond Beach, looking like massive diamonds glittering on the ground.

Hot Springs

A plunge into an Icelandic spring is among the most restorative natural therapies you'll ever find.

• Secret Lagoon

The Secret Lagoon is a small, natural hot springs that became Iceland's first public swimming pool in the 19th century.

Skogafoss Falls

Rainbow seekers are often lucky enough to find double rainbows created in the mist that rises from theis waterfall's 200-foot-long drop.

• Thingvellir National Park

Thanks to the volatile volcanic forces still at play in the Land of Fire and Ice, Thingvellir National Park expands by nearly an inch each year.

Strokkur Geyser

Strokkur Geyser erupts every five to eight minutes, sending water and steam nearly 100 feet into the air.

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Icelandic Explorer

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Explore Iceland's incomparable waterfalls, geysers, glaciers and landscapes, but take in so much more as you focus on its fascinating culture and heritage. Discover life in early Viking…

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Taste of Iceland

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Dive into one of the world's wildest and most wonderful places on this Iceland tour, which covers the volcanoes, glaciers, hot springs and waterfalls that wow every traveler.

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Northern Lights Quest of Iceland

Starting from $2,845

Hunt the horizon for the amazing aurora borealis on this Iceland tour. Explore the natural wonder and beauty of the land of fire and ice, from the Golden Circle to Diamond Beach.

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Greenland’s the icy one; Iceland’s the green one. But remember this: they don’t call part of it the Golden Circle for nothing.

Calling all nature lovers, adventure seekers and fearless travelers. Iceland may be cold, but that’s the point—you’ll get to see all the glaciers, geysers and geothermal wonders you can handle. Discover a land of natural color: hues of azure at the  Blue Lagoon  and the icy Jokulsarlon, shades of green on the rolling hills framing Skogafoss and the striking black sand beaches that hug the coast. Not to mention the magical aurora borealis  that dance across the sky! From uncovering Viking tales and bathing in steamy springs to cruising past icebergs and exploring quirky farm towns,  Iceland  is island life like no other.

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Culture and customs.

Similar to many other parts of Europe , Iceland has rules in place to help preserve its culture and geographic isolation is also a factor in developing and preserving the country’s cultural qualities. Independence, self-sufficiency and a strong work ethic – traits that allowed this northern island to flourish in challenging conditions – continue to be highly valued today.

Icelandic culture and customs are full of myths and legends, many with a connection to Christian and pagan values. Folk tales of elves, gnomes, fairies and trolls still circulate, and whether or not the locals continue telling these to unlock the secrets of the past, or simply in jest, they’re definitely worth listening to. But when news outlets report on road plans being changed to avoid disrupting an elfin church, it’s easy to believe that this unusual country and its magical landscapes are a product of what lies ‘hidden’ in its mysterious depths.

Today, Iceland is a highly modern and progressive society. It is consistently rated as having the smallest gender pay gap and strong LGBTQIA+ rights representation in the parliament and media. It’s also one of the greenest countries in the world, with almost all energy coming from renewable resources such as hydropower and geothermal.

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History and government

Pre-modern history.

This island nation was settled by Vikings in the ninth century, with much of the early literature recognizing Norse sailor Ingolfur Arnason as the first settler of Iceland, founding Reykjavik in AD874 along with his wife and brother. Icelanders remain proud to this day of their Viking heritage. The Icelandic language, for example, is so similar to the Old Norse spoken during Viking times that Icelanders can still read and understand the original Icelandic sagas.

A book of settlements titled Landnamabok, compiled in the 12th century, documents the names and other details of nearly 400 original settlers of Iceland who arrived in the ninth and tenth centuries. The document tells of a Norse Viking called Floki who sailed to Iceland for fishing and farming, however, due to his livestock not surviving in the conditions, had to return to his home in Norway. After heading up a mountain and looking over a fjord full of sea ice, he named this land Iceland.

In AD930, an Icelandic General Assembly was established and was deemed a Christian settlement less than a century later. Settlers and slaves brought to Iceland by Scandinavians were of Irish and Norse descent, and although some still debate which communities influenced the identity we now know to be Icelandic, the first distinctive text documenting ‘Icelandic-ness’ is said to be a rule book of sorts – the First Grammatical Treatise.

20th century and today

After long periods under Norwegian and Danish rule, Iceland was recognized as a sovereign state in 1918. On 17 June 1944, Iceland became an independent republic. It has a multi-party parliamentary system and a written constitution. The parliament is still called Althingi after its medieval General Assembly.

Many of Iceland’s major industries stem from its location and surrounding natural resources. Tourism aside, fishing and seafood products make up much of the country’s exports and employ a majority of the workforce along with agriculture and farming. Recent investment in greenhouses and geothermal energy has seen Iceland become increasingly self-sufficient, growing products that usually do not fare well in icy climates, such as potatoes, tomatoes and potted plants. Other food is imported along with many consumer goods.

Eating and drinking

Flanked by the ocean and inhabited by almost twice the amount of sheep as humans, Iceland understandably boasts a cuisine dominated by seafood and local lamb.

The country’s diet relies on plenty of potatoes and lamb, but seafood trumps all – sourced fresh year-round from the waters of the North Atlantic and Arctic and prepared in a variety of ways. Be sure to try Hardfiskur – a salty fish jerky, best enjoyed buttered.

Sheep and cows are free-range and fed chemical-free diets, making lamb and dairy products exceptionally good here. One of the best ways to enjoy the produce on offer is to warm yourself up from the inside out with a hearty meat soup: a mixture of lamb, root vegetables, herbs, and rice.

Skyr, a popular yogurt that is technically a cheese, is also a must-try in all its variety of flavors. Eat it like the locals do at any time of the day – for breakfast, as a snack, as a dipping sauce, in drink form (called drykkur), or as a dessert topping.

Surprisingly, hot dogs are Iceland’s most iconic fast food. Widely available, a hot dog is probably the cheapest meal you’ll have in Iceland. Order one with all the toppings – sweet mustard, ketchup, raw onions, deep-fried onions, and aioli.

Rye bread (also known as rugbraud) and butter is a common side to most meals in Iceland, but the preferred way of cooking the loaves are quite unique. Traditionally, the bread is buried near a natural hot spring, sprinkled with sugar, and left to gently steam for up to 24 hours. The end result is dense, cake-like bread that has a slightly sweet taste. Enjoy it with a traditional Icelandic soup, smoked lamb, or, of course, fish.

Name a food and chances are Icelanders have tried to add licorice to it. Black licorice is beloved by locals and found in a wide range of desserts and candy bars. During your time here, head to Valdis in Reykjavik to test out a cone filled with salted black licorice ice cream. Even if the weather’s cold, the ice cream joints will be open!

The weird and wacky

Icelanders have a reputation for serving up some of the most unusual food in the world – boiled sheep’s head, fermented shark known as harkarl, ram testicles and smoked puffin to name a few. Although the country’s isolation and harsh winters once meant these foods were eaten out of necessity, today most of these ‘delicacies’ are only prepared to shock tourists. Try if you dare, but we suggest sticking to the common foods that locals eat.

Alcohol can be expensive in Iceland and is best bought at the duty-free shop. Although forms of prohibition existed until 1989, alcohol is now widely available all over the country in state-run liquor stores. If you’re feeling brave, try the local brew, Brennivin – a potent, traditional caraway-flavored schnapps nicknamed ‘black death’.

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Iceland travel highlights

1. explore reykjavik.

Iceland's capital city is totally beguiling, surrounded by volcanic peaks and boasting a vibrant art and nightlife scene. Browse the city’s galleries, explore the colorful street art, dine on fresh lox (traditionally cured salmon),   or cycle to the striking cathedral of Hallgrimskirkja – trying to say that after a tipple or two of Brennivin (Iceland's signature spirit) might be tricky! Get stuck into Icelandic culture on our 6 day Northern Lights Escape .

2. Discover the Golden Circle

The Golden Circle is the holy trinity of southern Iceland. This 186-mile (300 km) route is brimming with natural wonders that showcase why so many travelers fall under Iceland's spell. Marvel at the layered cascades of Gullfoss Waterfall, explore the dramatic rift valley in Thingvellir National Park and witness the unpredictable eruptions in Geysir Geothermal Area. Marvel at breathtaking natural landscapes on our 5 day Iceland Express tour.

3. Cruise along Jokulsarlon

It's impossible not to be amazed by the sheer size and beauty of Jokulsarlon, Iceland’s famous glacial lagoon. Enjoy a boat tour along the icy waters where you'll cruise past towering glaciers and witness icebergs of all shapes, sizes and shades of blue drifting into the Atlantic Ocean. Cool down on our 8 day Iceland Discovery tour.

4. Experience life in Akureyri

Soak up the charm of this northern port city – the second-largest city in Iceland. Better described as a big town with lots of character, you'll be won over by its quaint turf homes, rich history and folklore, and the imposing Mount Súlur that looms over the town. Akureyri is also an ideal Northern Lights viewing location between September and April. Explore the streets of Akureyri on our 9 day Premium Iceland tour.

5. Be wowed by Westfjords

Venture off course to the unspoiled, untamed reaches of the Westfjords – without the big crowds. This is a land where mountains meet the sea most dramatically, where waterfalls tumble down into the inky fjords and puffins live along the towering cliffs. If you’re lucky and conditions allow, we might cruise along Látrabjarg (Europe’s largest bird cliff) to see puffins, razorbills, guillemots and more. Adventure through the Westfjords on our 14 day East Greenland and Iceland Northern Lights tour.

6. Bathe in the Blue Lagoon

There's no need to worry about being cold all the time in Iceland when you can slip into the famous Blue Lagoon just out of Reykjavik. Surrounded by black volcanic rock, a soak in the mineral-rich, milk-blue waters of this geothermal spa is the perfect way to relax and unwind after a big day of walking. 

Geography and environment

Iceland possesses some of the world’s most incredible natural wonders and unique landscapes. From active volcanoes to vast ice fields, bubbling hot springs and enormous glaciers, these dramatic contrasts have earned Iceland the nickname of the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’.

Many of these geological features are products of geographical location – on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates intersect and their movements away from each other create volcanic activity. The country is covered by moss-carpeted lava fields, soaring fjords, incredible waterfalls and dramatic geysers, all of which add to Iceland’s otherworldly look.

The country is also the perfect spot to see the Northern Lights. From September to March, you’ll have the best chance to view this spectacular natural light show when the skies are clear and auroral activity is high. But don’t let that stop you from visiting in other seasons – Iceland’s natural wonders are truly year-round attractions.

Top 4 natural phenomena of Iceland

1. Northern Lights

The Northern Hemisphere's Aurora Borealis has captivated and intrigued travelers for years. Any winter tour of Iceland absolutely must include a chance to see the Northern Lights. This natural light display that runs along magnetic fields often brings hypnotic green, yellow and red shades to the night sky in Iceland from September to March. As one of nature's most magnificent triumphs, this is one unforgettable spectacle.

2. Gullfoss

Otherwise known as Golden Falls, this spectacular three-tiered waterfall drops suddenly into a deep cavern. The falls are surrounded by lush, green countryside, and the rainbows created by the mist and spray provide brilliant photo opportunities.

3. Lake Myvatn

This part of northern Iceland was born from volcanic eruptions millions of years ago and continues to be shaped by volcanic activity to this day. The combination of strange lava formations, thermal caves and a sprawling lake dotted with craters and rising rocks makes for an eerie yet beautiful landscape.

4. Jokulsarlon

Literally translating to ‘glacial river lagoon’, this monumental glacier lake is the largest in Iceland. Featuring a parade of large and small blue icebergs floating on and under the pure, icy water, this lagoon is so beautiful that it has been used as a backdrop for Hollywood films, a set for reality television shows and in a starring role on a postage stamp!

Iceland is notorious for being an expensive destination. Travelling on a budget here is difficult but can be done. Head to Bonus – Iceland’s discount grocery store – so you can cook rather than eat out for each meal. The duty-free store at Keflavik International Airport is the best place to pick up a bottle of Icelandic alcohol such as Brennivin liquor, Reyka vodka or Viking Gold beer for a fraction of the price you’d find elsewhere. It’s also a good idea to travel as a group, as operators can get better rates than a single traveler at hotels and restaurants, plus they know all the local hotspots.

If you’d like to take home Icelandic local specialties, Reykjavik is the best place to shop. Some of the country’s coolest retailers can be found on Laugavegur, one of the oldest shopping streets. Here you can browse clothing from quirky local designers alongside traditional lambswool sweaters, as well as tourist shops selling plastic Viking hats and puffin magnets. For smaller boutiques selling local art, head to Skolavordustigur.

Festival and events

Despite the long and dark winters, Icelanders are among the happiest people in the world. Why? One reason is that they understand the importance of getting together and having a good time, even if it’s pitch black outside. There are many celebrations to join in on throughout the year, but here are a few to look out for:

Winter Lights Festival

Every year, buildings around Reykjavik light up at night to celebrate both the winter world and the growing light after a long period of darkness. The Winter Lights Festival uses many public buildings and all major museums and thermal pools to illuminate the city with lighting designs and art installations as a way to get people thawed out after a long winter.

This annual mid-winter feast in January or February is one of Iceland’s oldest festivals, dating back to Viking days. Fearless eaters can find restaurants in Reykjavik offering special Thorrablot dinners of boiled sheep’s head, rotten shark’s meat, and cured ram testicles. If you can, try to snag an invitation to a local’s house, where celebrations tend to be more festive and involve lots of singing, dancing, and drinking.

Viking Festival

Modern-day Vikings in traditional garb flock to Hafnarfjorour each June for a festival Leif Erikson would approve of. Swordfights, archery, axe throwing, a traditional market, concerts, and a proper Viking feast are all part of the festivities.

National Day

1944 marks the year that Iceland became a republic after an overwhelming majority of the citizens voted for independence. The deciding referendum took place between May 20 and 23 that year; however, Iceland’s National day is celebrated on June 17th – the birthday of the man who originally led the movement in the late 19th century, Jon Sigurdsson. There are parades all around the country, usually with brass bands and marching horses. Music food, fireworks, and street parties – you get it, they’re a patriotic bunch.

Dalvik Fiskidagurinn Mikli (The Great Fish Day)

Each August, the northern fishing village of Dalvik invites you to a free, all-you-can-eat fish and seafood buffet – held for no reason other than to get people together over a delicious meal. You might come for the free food, but you’ll stay for the company.

Read more about festivals in Iceland

Further reading

For inspiring stories to prepare you for your Iceland adventure, check out these books:

• Independent People   – Halldor Laxness
• Jar City   – Arnaldur Indridason
• The Little Book of Tourists in Iceland   – Alda Sigmundsdottir
• Waking Up in Iceland   – Paul Sullivan
• The Tricking of Freya   – Christina Sunley
• Viking Age Iceland   – Jesse L Bycock
• The Far Traveler: Voyages of a Viking Woman   – Nancy Marie Brown
• Burial Rites   – Hannah Kent
• The Book of Settlements: Landnamabok   – Herman Palsson (trans.)

Discover more about visiting Iceland from our travel experts in our Complete Guide to Iceland.

Similar destinations

We have a variety of similar destinations, trips and routes that you could consider! Tie another trip into your holiday, or, see how we can help you get from A to B. We have tours departing from a variety of locations around Iceland. The options below may be of interest:

Tours to Reykjavik 

Northern Lights Tours

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Iceland travel FAQs

Do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travelers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travelers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

When is the best time to visit Iceland?

Deciding what you want to see in Iceland will give you a better idea of when is the best time to travel. Wanting to get active around the countryside and see waterfalls and wildlife? The warmer spring and summer months are probably ideal. Prefer to soak in the geothermal lagoons and get a chance to see the Northern Lights? Well, likely the cooler months – with their longer nights – are best for you.

Spring and summer are considered optimal times to visit Iceland if green landscapes and balmy days are your thing. The early spring months bring warmer days, while summer offers long daylight hours with only short nights. In the summer season, July and August are the warmest months and the busiest time for tourists.

In September, tourism tends to slow down as the weather becomes unpredictable and the countryside is usually less accessible. However, there are plenty of attractions for the off-peak traveler, including the beauty of fall colors and, of course, the awe-inspiring Northern Lights.

As you might expect, winters in Iceland can be challenging. During late December there are about four-and-a-half hours of daylight and it's often cloudy. In January, there are on average three sunny days in Reykjavík, with temperatures hovering around freezing point, often with chilling winds.

Do I need a visa to travel to Iceland?

Iceland is a member of the Schengen Convention, which means that if you travel to an EU member country or countries, like Iceland, for a total of less than 90 days, a visa is not required. Citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the US, the UK and other member countries of the EU and Schengen area are included under this arrangement. Other countries do require a visa to visit Iceland, including citizens of South Africa.

Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveler. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your country of origin. Check the Essential Trip Information section of your tour itinerary for more information.

Is tipping customary in Iceland?

Tipping isn't expected in Iceland. Hotels, restaurants and cafes already include a service fee and consumption taxes (VAT) in the bill, so tipping extra isn't necessary. However, feel free to leave a small amount if your experience has been particularly good, especially for assistance provided by drivers, tour leaders or service workers.

What is the internet access like in Iceland?

Travelers will be able to access the internet in cybercafes and at wi-fi hotspots in Iceland's cities and large towns. Rural and remote areas may have less internet access, so be prepared when traveling away from the city.

Most accommodation and eateries in Iceland offer wi-fi access, which is usually free to use with a code. If you wish to stay connected for the majority of your trip, it may be wise to purchase a prepaid SIM card with a data package.

Many Icelandic libraries and tourist information offices have shared computers for public internet access if you are without a device to connect to wi-fi. Sometimes a small fee is charged for this service.

Can I use my cell phone while in Iceland?

Travelers can use their cell phones in Iceland's main cities and towns, though remote and isolated areas may have inferior cell reception.

If you wish to stay connected for the majority of your trip, it may be wise to purchase a prepaid SIM card for the duration of your journey. This will likely be the cheapest way to use your phone in Iceland.

For EU citizens, depending on who you have your phone plan with, you may be able to use your current SIM in Iceland – your service provider will be able to provide more details.

Global roaming can also be activated, but check with your service provider to find out about any fees you may incur, as sometimes this can be expensive.

What are the toilets like in Iceland?

Modern, flushable toilets are the standard in Iceland.

In terms of public toilets, Reykjavik and other major towns and cities have some, but along highways and at many tourist destinations – especially campgrounds and natural attractions – there is a lack of facilities. Expect to pay a small fee when visiting public toilets and, in busy months, expect queues in main tourist areas.

There have been recent occurrences of tourists resorting to other means in remote places and near tourist sites. We recommend being prepared and talking to your group leader if you have any concerns.

What will it cost for a…?

Iceland's unit of currency is the krona. Here's what you can expect to pay for a:

• Hotdog = ISK 400-600
• Glass of beer = ISK 1,100-1,500
• Simple lunch at a cafe = ISK 2,100-3.700
• Dinner in a restaurant = ISK 2.600-4.200

Can I drink the water in Iceland?

Tap water is considered safe to drink in Iceland unless marked otherwise. For environmental reasons, try to avoid buying bottled water. Fill a reusable water bottle or canteen with filtered water instead.

Are credit cards widely accepted in Iceland?

Credit cards are widely accepted in Iceland and are used frequently by locals to pay for just about anything. Paying with a credit card at shops, guesthouses, supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, and on taxi rides shouldn't present a problem. Iceland is almost a cashless society, so cards are the best option; however, a lot of payments will require your four-digit PIN, so be sure to know this before you leave home.

What is ATM access like in Iceland?

ATMs are usually easy to find in Iceland's cities and villages and generally accept most foreign cards.

What public holidays are celebrated in Iceland?

• 1 Jan: New Year's Day
• Mar/Apr: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Monday*
• 1 May: Labur Day
• May/Jun: Ascension Day*
• May/Jun: Whit Sunday and Whit Monday*
• 17 Jun: National Day
• First Monday in August Commerce Day*
• 24 Dec: Christmas Eve
• 25 Dec: Christmas Day
• 26 Dec: Boxing Day
• 31 Dec: New Year's Eve

*Please note, Iceland public holidays may vary.

What is the weather like in Iceland?

Iceland’s temperatures are cool and do vary throughout the year. In winter months, minimum temperatures plummet to below freezing. In Reykjavik, summer temperatures average at around 52°F, while winter maximums are approximately 32°F. Rainfall is quite consistent throughout the year; between 25–50 mm per month, with most days experiencing some rainfall.

Is it safe to travel to Iceland?

Iceland is a very safe country to travel to and is one of the safest countries in the world.

Is Iceland safe for LGBTQIA+ travellers?

The people of Iceland have an open and accepting attitude to LGBTQIA+ communities, and Iceland is considered one of the world’s most LGBTQIA+ friendly countries. Since 2006, same-sex couples have had equal access to adoption and IVF, and in 2010 the Icelandic Parliament made a unanimous decision to define marriage as between two individuals. As might be expected in a small country, however, the gay scene is quite low-key, even in Reykjavik.

In 2012, more legislation was passed to formalize the name and identity-changing process for the needs of trans and genderqueer individuals. There is still a way to go to achieve full equality, but Iceland is, in many regards, leading the way globally.

For more detailed and up-to-date advice, we recommend visiting Equaldex or ILGA before you travel and reading more about the LGBTQIA+ culture in Iceland .

If you are traveling solo on an Intrepid group tour, you will share accommodation with a passenger of the same gender as per your passport information. If you don’t identify with the gender assigned on your passport, please let us know at the time of booking and we’ll arrange the rooming configuration accordingly. A single supplement is available on some tours for travellers who do not wish to share a room.

Is Iceland accessible for travelers with disabilities?

Intrepid is committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. That’s why we do our best to help as many people see the world as possible, regardless of any physical or mental limitations they might have. We’re always happy to talk to travelers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them towards the most suitable itinerary for their needs and, where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

Because of its remote location and size, Iceland can prove difficult when it comes to accessibility for individuals with mobility issues. Some of the main sights, such as the Blue Lagoon, are wheelchair accessible, but many of the natural attractions have unpaved paths and unsteady terrain. Iceland has a dedicated information center,  Thekkingarmidstod Sjalfsbjorg , that provides up-to-date information on accessibility and accessible facilities in Iceland, as well as other related information.

If you do live with a visual, hearing, or other impairment, let your booking agent or group leader know early on so they’re aware and suitable arrangements can be made. As a general rule, knowing some common words in the local language, carrying a written itinerary with you, and taking to the streets in a group, rather than solo, can help make your travel experience the best it can be.

What to wear in Iceland

In summer, Iceland experiences cool but mild weather throughout the country, with maximum temperatures averaging around 55°F. It’s still important, however, to pack some warm clothing at this time, as temperatures at night can drop quite dramatically. In winter, some days barely reach over 32°F, so preparing for this is crucial. It can be wet and windy, and roads may be iced over, so thermal gear, a waterproof jacket and pants and sturdy walking boots are all highly recommended.

How do I stay safe and healthy while traveling?

From Australia?

Go to: Smart Traveller

From Canada?

Go to:  Canada Travel Information

From the UK?

Go to:  UK Foreign Travel Advice

From New Zealand?

Go to:  Safe Travel

From the US?

Go to:  US Department of State

The World Health Organisation also provides useful health information.

Do I need to purchase travel insurance before traveling?

Absolutely. All passengers traveling with Intrepid are required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their trip. Your travel insurance details will be recorded by your leader on the first day of the trip. Due to the varying nature, availability and cost of health care around the world, travel insurance is very much an essential and necessary part of every journey.

For more information on insurance, please go to: Travel Insurance

How will I be traveling around Iceland?

Intrepid believes half the fun of experiencing a new country is getting there, and getting around once there! Where possible, Intrepid uses local transport options and traditional modes of transport – which usually have less of an environmental impact, support small local operators and are much more fun.

Depending on what trip you're on in Iceland, you may find yourself traveling by:

All-terrain Unimog

To see all of Iceland, you’ll need some heavy-duty transport. This super-sized van will take you on glacier visits to admire these almighty ice caps up close.

Amphibian boat

Part truck, part boat, all adventure ­– cruise the Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon in a small group aboard one of these vessels, on land and lake.

What is it like traveling on a small group tour?

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or you’re about to embark on your first trip, traveling can be as intimidating as it is exciting. That's the beauty of a small group tour. From handling the logistics and organizing amazing cultural activities to local leaders who know each destination like the back of their hand (like which street has the best markets and where to get the most authentic food), traveling on a small group tour with Intrepid will give you unforgettable travel experiences without the hassle that comes with exploring a new place. Plus, you'll have ready-made friends to share the journey with. All you have to do is turn up with a healthy sense of adventure and we’ll take care of the rest.

Does my Intrepid trip include airfare?

While our Intrepid trips include many modes of transport, from tuk-tuks to overland vehicles, bullet trains and feluccas, airfare to and from your home country is not included in your tour package.

Does my trip support The Intrepid Foundation?

Yes, all Intrepid trips support the Intrepid Foundation. Trips to this country directly support our global Intrepid Foundation partners, Eden Reforestation Projects and World Bicycle Relief. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Eden Reforestation Projects

Eden Reforestation Projects are helping to mitigate climate change by restoring forests worldwide; they also hire locally and create job opportunities within vulnerable communities. Donations from our trips support restoration across planting sites in 10 countries around the globe. Find out more or make a donation World Bicycle Relief

World Bicycle Relief provides people in low-income communities with bicycles to mobilize school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas – giving them access to vital education, healthcare, and income. Donations help provide Buffalo Bicycles – specifically designed to withstand the rugged terrain and harsh environment of rural regions – to those who need them most. Find out more or make a donation

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Iceland offers a wide variety of tours and experiences, each with its own unique charm and adventure. However, there are a few tours that stand out as the most popular among travelers to Iceland.

1. Self Drive Tours

Self-drive tours in Iceland are a popular option for those who want to explore the country at their own pace and on their own terms. These tours allow visitors to rent a car and explore Iceland's unique natural beauty and attractions without the need for a guide or a fixed itinerary. Here are some features and benefits of self-drive tours in Iceland:

One of the main benefits of a self-drive tour is the flexibility and independence it offers. Visitors can create their own itinerary and explore Iceland's unique landscapes at their own pace, choosing which attractions to visit and how long to stay at each location. This allows for a more personalized and authentic experience of Iceland.

Iceland is known for its stunning natural beauty, and a self-drive tour allows visitors to explore, visiting attractions around the country. From waterfalls and geysers to glaciers and black sand beaches, there is something for everyone on a self-drive tour.

Self-drive tours in Iceland provide the opportunity to discover hidden gems and less-traveled locations. Visitors can venture off the beaten path and explore the lesser-known places and natural wonders that make Iceland so special.

Self-drive tours in Iceland can be a budget-friendly option compared to guided tours. Visitors can save money by staying in budget accommodations, preparing their own meals, and avoiding expensive guided tours. At Guide to Iceland, you can find a wide variety of different self-drive tours which explore different regions of the country and can range from just 2 days to multiple-week adventures.

Driving in Iceland is relatively easy, with well-maintained roads and clear signage. Most rental car companies offer GPS navigation systems, making it easy to navigate around the country. For more information, check out the itineraries for five of our most popular self-drive tours in Top 5 Best Road Trips in Iceland .

Overall, self-drive tours in Iceland are an excellent option for those who want to explore the country's natural beauty at their own pace and on their own terms. With flexibility, independence, the opportunity to discover hidden gems, budget-friendliness, and easy navigation, it's easy to see why self-drive tours are such a popular choice among travelers to Iceland.

2. Vacation Packages

Vacation packages in Iceland are a convenient and stress-free way to experience all that the country has to offer. These packages typically include a combination of accommodations, transportation, and guided tours, allowing visitors to enjoy a comprehensive and hassle-free experience without worrying about logistics or planning.

At Guide to Iceland, our vacation packages are available in a variety of options, catering to different interests and preferences. From northern lights packages to summer self-drives around the Ring Road, there is a package available for everyone.

Most vacation packages in Iceland include the services of professional guides who are knowledgeable about the country's unique culture and natural beauty. These guides provide an immersive experience, sharing local legends, folklore and stories which ensures that visitors get the most out of their time in Iceland.

Booking a vacation package in Iceland is convenient and stress-free. The package typically includes all the necessary arrangements, such as accommodations, transportation, and tours, providing visitors with a hassle-free and enjoyable experience.

Vacation packages in Iceland can be a cost-effective option compared to booking everything separately. Package deals often include discounts on accommodations, transportation, and tours, providing visitors with value for money.

Overall, vacation packages in Iceland are an excellent choice for those who want a convenient way to experience all that the country has to offer without having to worry about logistics. With a variety of options, professional guides, convenience, and value for money, it's easy to see why vacation packages are such a popular choice among travelers to Iceland.

3. Golden Circle Tours

Golden Circle tours  takes you through the most iconic sightseeing route in Iceland and brings visitors to some of the most famous destinations in the country. These include the geothermal area of Geysir, the majestic Gullfoss waterfall, and the historic Thingvellir National Park. This tour is ideal for those who want to experience Iceland’s stunning natural beauty and learn about its rich history in one day.

The Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Tour offers visitors the chance to explore the attractions of the Golden Circle, before relaxing in the peaceful waters of the Secret Lagoon. The Secret Lagoon's natural hot spring water in its beautiful surroundings offer a more intimate and less crowded experience than the Blue Lagoon.

For those wanting something adventurous and daring, the Golden Circle and Silfra Snorkeling Tour is a great option. This tour takes visitors to the famous Silfra fissure, where they can snorkel between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates in crystal-clear water. After the snorkeling experience, visitors can explore the natural wonders of the Golden Circle.

For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the Golden Circle and Snowmobiling Tour is an excellent option. This tour takes visitors to the three iconic locations of the Golden Circle before strapping riding on fast snowmobiles to explore Langjokull glacier. This way, you'll get to experience Iceland's glacial landscapes while also being part of a thrilling adventure.

Our Golden Circle Tours offers a variety of options that cater to different interests and preferences. Whether you want to relax in a hot spring, go off-road in a Super Jeep, or explore the underwater world, there is a Golden Circle Tour option for you.

4. South Coast Tours

The picturesque  South Coast tours provide another option for sightseeing and take visitors along scenic South Iceland, showcasing breathtaking views of glaciers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches.

Highlights of these tours include visits to Skogafoss waterfall, known for its immense power and beauty, and Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which has a cave behind it, allowing you to walk behind the waterfall. The tour then takes you to the famous Reynisfjara black sand beach, where you can admire its distinct hexagonal basalt columns and the mysterious Reynisdrangar sea stacks from the shore.

The South Coast Glacier Hike Tour takes visitors to Solheimajokull glacier, where they can hike across the ice and explore its unique formations. The tour provides all the necessary equipment and a knowledgeable guide to ensure visitors' safety while exploring the glacier. This tour also stops at all the main attractions along the south coast, including Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls and Reynisfjara beach.

The South Coast and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Tour takes visitors on a scenic drive along the South Coast, visiting waterfalls and black sand beaches, to the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, one of Iceland's most unique natural wonders. Visitors can witness the stunning blue ice caps floating on the lake and observe the seals that call the lagoon home.

Overall, the South Coast of Iceland offers a variety of beautiful destinations to explore. From waterfalls and black sand beaches to ATV rides and glacier hikes, there is something for everyone on the South Coast.

5. Northern Lights Tours

Northern lights tours are a must-do for those visiting Iceland during the winter months. These tours take visitors to locations outside the city, away from light pollution, to see the spectacular natural phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis. With a bit of luck, visitors will be able to witness the lights dancing across the night sky in a display of vibrant colors.

Due to the northern lights being natural phenomena that can not be guaranteed or called upon, many multi-day northern light tour packages are available. The most popular ones are this 2-day south coast winter tour , this great value  3-day south coast tour with glacier hiking and ice caving , this adventurous  5-day winter package with ice caving , this comprehensive  7-day northern lights self-drive tour , and this epic  one-week road trip package  for those that want the full winter experience.

6. Glacier Hiking and Ice Climbing Tours

For those seeking a bit of adventure, glacier hiking and  ice climbing tours offer opportunities for some thrilling experiences. These tours take visitors to Iceland’s glaciers, where they can hike across the ice and even climb its frozen walls. For those who prefer easier tours without ice climbing, then this glacier hiking tour in Skaftafell provides a thrilling experience of traversing Iceland's majestic glaciers. For those who would like to try ice climbing, this glacier hiking and ice climbing tour would be the best choice.

7. Blue Lagoon Tours

A  Blue Lagoon tour  is the perfect choice for those who want to relax and unwind. The Blue Lagoon is a hot spring spa with warm, mineral-rich geothermal waters that provide a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, surrounded by the moss-coated lava fields of Reykjanes peninsula.

You can either book a ticket to the Blue Lagoon and reach it by yourself if you have a rented car. You can also book a Blue Lagoon tour that includes pickup from your hotel in Reykjavík , or even a Blue Lagoon tour with pickup from the airport , so it can be your first experience in Iceland!

8. Ice cave tours

Last but not least, Ice Cave tours are also a very popular activity in Iceland, especially during the winter months. These tours take visitors to explore the natural ice caves that form inside the glaciers. Here are some of the popular ice cave tours in Iceland:

The Vatnajokull Glacier Ice Cave Tour takes you into the largest glacier in Iceland, which is home to some of the most stunning ice caves in the world. This tour takes visitors deep inside the glacier to explore the unique formations, the vivid blue ice, and the otherworldly beauty of the insides of an ice cave.

The Langjokull Glacier is the second-largest glacier in Iceland and is located in the central highlands. The Langjokull Ice Cave Tour  takes visitors inside the glacier to explore a man-made ice cave and learn about the unique geological features of the area.

The Katla Ice Cave Tour takes visitors to Myrdalsjokull glacier, where they can explore the natural ice cave formations and learn about the unique geology of the area. Visitors will also have the chance to see the nearby active volcano, Katla, which last erupted in 1918.

Overall, Iceland has too many natural wonders to count, and exploring them on organized tours is a great way to experience them in person. The tours listed above are some of our most popular and highly rated and we recommend them for visitors to Iceland. There is a wide range of different tours available, with various fun activities and amazing destinations, which you can explore and book on our website.

On Guide to Iceland, you will find the largest selection of tours and activities in Iceland, and you can easily book them with a best-price guarantee. You also get free cancellation and a full refund up to 24 hours before the tour starts, so you can easily plan your entire trip in one place. Explore our wide selection of tours and we hope you have a wonderful time in Iceland!

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The Best Guided Tours of Iceland for All Seasons

Last updated: December 18, 2023 . Written by Laurence Norah - 6 Comments

In this post, we wanted to share what we think are some of the best guided tours of Iceland. This is for those of you who want to travel in Iceland without a car, saving yourself the effort of driving yourself. It also means someone else does all the work so you can focus on enjoying the experience, which is always nice.

One option we’ve suggested in a previous post is to base yourself in the capital city of Reykjavik, and do day trips to some of Iceland’s highlights .

However, that isn’t the only option. You can also take a multi-day guided tour of Iceland. Multiple companies offer these types of tour, and they range in group size, cost and duration. We’ve gone through loads of the options, and have come up with some of our favourite Iceland tours to help you pick the right option for you.

These cover some of the best tours in Iceland, and cover a wide range of interests. Whether you’re into hiking, wildlife, photography, white water rafting, snowshoeing… or just experiencing the natural wilderness of Iceland, we’ve found a tour for you!

We’ve also tried to cover all budgets, with tours that range from camping and staying in mountain huts, through to higher end more luxury experiences. Some of the tours we’ve chosen cover a lot of ground, others focus on exploring a smaller region in depth. Many include activities like boat rides, horseback riding, ice cave explorations, and tours to see the Northern Lights.

We’re confident that from our suggestions, you’re going to find a guided tour of Iceland that you love, whether you’re in Iceland for a 2 day stopover or a 2 week adventure!

The Best Tours of Iceland

There are a lot of group tour options to choose from in Iceland, so we’ve decided to split these up based on duration. These range from 2 days to 12 days.

The vast majority of escorted tours in Iceland start in Reykjavik (Iceland’s capital) although a few start in Akureyri (the main city in the north).

Almost all international flights come into Keflavik International Airport near Reykjavik, which is the main airport in Iceland. From here you can either take a tour that starts in Reykjavik, or take a connecting flight to Akureyri in the north as a start point.

For each guided tour, we’ve specified the months that the tour runs in, as the majority of these group tours do not operate year-round. This is because there are different attractions available at different times of year, and accessibility to the different regions of Iceland varies hugely depending on the time of year. For instance, many attractions are closed or not accessible in the winter months.

Don’t forget, if you are in Iceland for a longer period, you can also combine tours, or do part of your trip on a guided tour, and then plan your own itinerary for the rest of your time in Iceland.

Tours of Iceland for 3 Days or Less

These Iceland tour packages are all for 3 full days or less. If you only have one day in Iceland, perhaps on a short stopover, we’d suggest taking a look at our guide to day tours from Reykjavik for ideas of what is possible.

1. Ice Caving and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon (2 days)

This two day tour covers many of the highlights of southern Iceland, starting with the spectacular waterfalls along the south coast, continuing to the famous black sand beach Reynisfjara and finishing at the incredible Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon. Here, you can watch icebergs floating around the lagoon before heading out to sea.

It also covers some of the most popular winter activities in Iceland, namely, visiting an ice cave, and watching the northern lights. We think that for a short stop over, this is an excellent option for seeing a lot with minimal effort. Click here for more information.

When : November – March Duration : 2 days/1 night

2. South Shore and Glacier Lagoon (2 days)

Another two-day tour that focuses on the absolute highlights of the south coast, which features an ice cave visit.

This tour will have you leaving Reykjavik and exploring highlights like Reynisfjara beach, the Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon and of course the famous waterfalls of the south coast including Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. Click here for more information.

When : November – March Duration : 2 days / 1 night

3. 2 Day Snæfellsnes Tour (2 days)

If you’d like to explore some of the west of Iceland rather than the south coast, then this is the tour for you. Covering two days of exploration, this tour will take you to the beautiful sideways waterfall Hraunfossar, one of Iceland’s longest lava tunnels and the attractions of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula.

This is a great way to experience some of Iceland’s western attractions, and as the tour runs through winter, you might even be lucky enough to see the northern lights!

When : Year round Duration : 2 days / 1 night

4. Golden Circle, Glacier Hike & Glacier Lagoon (3 days)

If you have a bit more time, then this tour is similar to the above, but with the addition of the Golden Circle. This is one of the most popular day excursions from Reykjavik, and includes the waterfall Gullfoss, the UNESCO listed Þingvellir National Park, and the Geysir Geothermal area, where you can see actual geysers going off.

For more information, see our full guide to the Golden Circle .

After the Golden Circle, the tour continues along the south coast, covering the glacier lagoon including a boat ride on the lagoon itself, black sand beaches and an glacier hike.

A similar 3 day tour is also available in winter  here . This doesn’t have the boat ride on the lagoon as these don’t operate in winter, however it does have ice caving and the Northern Lights!

When : Mar – Oct, winter version here and here Duration : 3 days/2 nights

3 – 5 Day Guided Tours of Iceland

With 3 – 5 days to play with, you can get a bit further from the capital and pack more in to your adventure. You’re also a bit less rushed, and can look at longer adventures, including one of Iceland’s most famous and popular multi-day hikes. Here are some of our recommended 3-5 day tours in Iceland.

1. Snaefellsnes, Golden Circle & South Iceland (4 days)

This four day tour takes in the highlights of south and west Iceland. You start with a trip a round the Golden Circle, taking in Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall and the geysers at Geysir, before continuing along the south coast to the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.

Then you’ll head to west Iceland, including the Deildartunguhver hot spring and sideways Hraunfossar waterfall. It then heads out to the beautiful Snaefellsnes Peninsula, with the option to explore a Lava Cave.

At the start or end of the trip, depending on your flight time, you might also want to add on a trip to the Blue Lagoon .

When : Oct – April Duration : 5 days/4 nights

2. Northern Iceland (5 days)

If you want to get away from the crowds of the south coast of Iceland, then a good option is to head north. This tour does just that, starting from Akureyri on the north coast.

From here you will explore some of the incredible highlights of the north of Iceland, including Godafoss waterfall and the Lake Myvatn region (home to some of our favourite nature baths!).

This is definitely a less trodden, but still absolutely beautiful part of Iceland, and we know you’ll have an amazing time on this tour.

When : May – Nov Duration : 5 days/4 nights

3. Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle, South Coast (5 days)

This tour covers many of the popular highlights of Iceland, including the Blue Lagoon and the highlights of the Golden Circle, including Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and the geysers at Geysir.

It also spends two days along the south coast, taking you all the way out to the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the Diamond beach, with accommodation in the Vatnajökull National Park. Definitely a good summer option for the classic highlights of southern Iceland.

If you’re visiting in winter, consider this option which also includes an ice cave visit.

When : Mar – Oct Duration : 5 days/4 nights

4. Trekking from Landmannalaugar (5 days)

If you want to really get under the skin of some of Iceland’s remote volcanic wilderness areas, then the best way to do that is with a multi-day hike. One of the most popular and beautiful hikes in Iceland is this one, the Laugavegur trail, which runs from Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork.

Aimed at intermediate to advanced hikers, the trek with a local guide starts in Landmannalaugar, home to gorgeous colourful mountains and a hotspot of geothermal activity. From here, you spend four days hiking across the stunning landscapes, camping each night in the wilderness huts along the route.

When : June – September Duration : 5 days/4 nights

5. South Iceland including the Westman Islands (3 days)

In their rush to tick off all the highlights of the south coast, many visitors never make it out to the beautiful Westman Islands. These are a mere 40 minute ferry ride from the mainland, and are home to huge numbers of seabirds in the Spring and Summer, including puffins.

This south Iceland tour doesn’t make that mistake. It covers all the highlights you would expect on the south coast of Iceland, including the black sand beach, Vatnajökull National Park, and Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, but also includes a day and a night on the Westman islands, which in our opinion are very much worth a visit.

When : June – August Duration : 3 days/2 nights

6 – 7 Day Guided Tours of Iceland

1. northern lights and ice caves (7 days).

Visiting Iceland in winter lets you experience some of nature’s most spectacular wonders, including the Northern Lights. It’s also the time of year in Iceland when it safest to actually go inside the ice caves.

This tour offers both of these activities, as well as a visit to all three national parks in Iceland, Þingvellir National Park on the Golden Circle, Snæfellsjökull National Park in the west, and Vatnajökull National Park in South Iceland. You will also see the majority of the highlights of west and south Iceland. A good winter option for seeing the highlights of this region of Iceland.

When : Oct – April Duration : 7 days/6 nights

2. An epic 6 day hiking adventure (6 days)

Two of Iceland’s most famous treks are the Laugavegur trek and the Fimmvörðuháls trek, and this guided hiking tour has you doing both of them across six incredible days.

This is definitely the tour for those of you who love to hike, and is aimed at the intermediate to advanced trekker.

You’ll be walking every day across stunning volcanic landscapes and sleeping dormitory style in mountain huts.

The tour also includes your luggage transportation between huts and all your meals, meaning you can focus on just enjoying the hiking!

When : Jun – Sep Duration : 6 days/5 nights

3. Complete Iceland Circle (6 days)

Six days is definitely the minimum you’ll want to allocate to doing the full circle of Iceland, and even so, you’ll miss a few things.

Still, if do want to cover the whole country, this is an excellent and well reviewed tour that covers all the highlights of Iceland’s ring road , including the Golden Circle, the south coast, Akureyri and Lake Myvatn regions. If you are a bit short on time but keen to see as much as possible, this is a good option.

When : Year round Duration : 6 days/5 nights

4. Best of Iceland (7 days)

This 7 day small group tour (maximum 16 people) covers all the highlights of the ring road, including Akureyri, Lake Myvatn, the east coast, south coast highlights and the Golden circle.

Seven days is still quite a fast pace for the full Iceland ring road, but this tour will let you see all the highlights. 6 nights of accommodation are included as are six breakfasts.

Another option with a similar itinerary and which runs in more months of the year can be found here .

When : Apr – Oct Duration : 7 days/6 nights

8-10 Day Guided Tours of Iceland

With seven to ten days in Iceland, you have enough time to take a tour around the whole country, or spend some time really focusing on one or two areas. Here are what we think are some of the best options for tours of a week to ten days in Iceland.

1. Complete Iceland Circle Tour in Winter (8 days)

If you are visiting Iceland in winter and want to complete the ring road, then this is a good option. Winter driving in Iceland is no joke, so letting someone else handle that while you enjoy the scenery and attractions is a great idea.

This tour includes whale watching, an ice cave tour and a glacier hike, as well as Icelandic highlights such as the Golden Circle, south coast waterfalls and Snaefellsnes Peninsula. It packs a lot in!

When : Sep – Mar Duration : 8 days/7 nights

2. Game of Thrones Tour (8 days)

If you’re a Game of Thrones fan in Iceland for eight days, this is definitely the tour you want to take. As you are probably already aware, much of the HBO series was filmed in Iceland, particularly the scenes north of “the Wall”.

This tour takes you to all the major filming location in the country, including those in the north of Iceland, where you’ll explore many of the filming locations around Lake Myvatn. It also include many other awesome Iceland sights including waterfalls, volcanoes and hot springs.

See our full guide to Game of Thrones filming locations in Iceland for more.

When : Apr – Oct Duration : 8 days/7 nights

3. Iceland Complete Tour (10 Days)

If you have around seven to ten days in Iceland and want to see a bit of everything, this is definitely the tour we recommend. It circumnavigates the whole country, and you’re going to get to see nearly all the highlights.

This includes the Golden Circle, the south shore, the East Fjords, Dettifoss, the Lake Myvatn area, and Akureyri. You’ll see waterfalls, glacial lagoons, volcanic landscape, interesting museums, Icelandic horses, hot springs, and much, much more. Definitely one to add to your short list for 9 days in Iceland.

A similar tour is also available in an 8 day version here .

When : May – Sep Duration : 10 days/9 nights

4. Snowshoeing, Northern Lights, Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Northern Iceland (9 days)

If you are looking for an active trip in Iceland, this National Geographic tour may be for you. Led by a National Geographic guide, this active tour has you taking in a great many of Iceland’s attractions, many by snowshoeing or hiking.

It starts with you exploring Reykjavik, before heading along the south coast to explore attractions including Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi and the Lava Center. It then continues to the Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon and Vatnajökull National Park.

You then head back towards Reykjavik via the Golden Circle, then up to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where you spend a couple of days exploring, and amongst other activities, take a glacier tour. 

When : Feb – Nov Duration : 9 days/8 nights

5. Magical Iceland Tour (8 days)

This 8 day winter tour has you exploring many of the highlights of Iceland. You’ll explore the south coast of Iceland for two days, visit the Blue Lagoon, have a chance to see the Northern Lights and visit a Lava Cave.

This itinerary has you based out of Reykjavik for the whole time, and basically taking day trips from here. It includes a number of activities, such as a city tour, blue lagoon, whale watching and lava tunnel visit.

When : year round Duration : 8 days/7 nights

10+ Day Iceland Tours

If you’re lucky enough to be visiting Iceland for more than ten days, you’re going to be able to see a great deal of this incredible country. There aren’t many 10 day+ group tours in Iceland, but the ones that we’ve chosen are going to showcase the best of the country, whatever time of year you visit.

1. Iceland Grand Tour  (12 days)

If you’re looking for a slightly longer tour that covers all of Iceland, this might be a good option. This tour includes a complete circle of Iceland, so you’ll see all the highlights including the Golden Circle, the south coast and its black sand beaches and magnificent waterfalls and the Fjords of the East. It also includes a night in Reykjavik where you can sightsee.

It also includes the magical Lake Myvatn area, where much of Game of Thrones was filmed, and which is also home to the beautiful Lake Myvatn baths.

The tour heads also includes many highlights of the west coast, including the Westfjords and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. This tour includes 10 dinners and 11 breakfasts, as well as a ferry trip, boat trip and whale watching tour.

When : May – Sep Duration : 12 days/11 nights

2. Iceland Photography Workshop (12 days)

Iceland is world renowned as a spectacular photography location, so why not take advantage of that and join a photography tour of Iceland? This will guarantee you get to the most photogenic spots in the country, plus you’ll be accompanied by a professional photographer guide who will help you get the most out of the trip.

The tour includes stunning locations like the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Hvitserkur & North Iceland, Lake Myvatn, the highlights of east Iceland, Vatnajokull National Park, the stunning Vestrahorn mountain range and finishes along the south coast. You’ll see all the best bits of Iceland, and be guaranteed to leave with incredible photos!

When : May – Aug Duration : 12 days/11 nights

3. Circle of Iceland and Snaefellsnes Peninsula  (12 days)

This 12 day group tour will take you on a complete circuit of Iceland, including the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and whale watching.

If you have the time and budget, this is definitely going to be a tour that gets you to as much of Iceland as possible. It includes the majority of your breakfasts, tour guide and accommodation. However, be aware that most activities like whale watching are not included, and evening meals aren’t either, so you will need to factor these in to your overall budget.

When : Aug – Apr. Summer version available here . Duration : 12 days/11 nights

Which tour company to use in Iceland?

There are multiple tour operators in Iceland, so picking the right one for your trip is definitely important.

On our trips to Iceland, we’ve used a number of tour operators and booking portals. These include Iceland Travel , Get Your Guide, Viator , Guide to Iceland and TourRadar .

Our experiences have been positive with all the companies we’ve used, so we suggest you find the tour that works for you from one of those two options. We also list a few tours from other companies above as well, including National Geographic and G Adventures .

What is Typically Included in a Guided Group Tour in Iceland?

Most guided tours in Iceland include the following, although do always read the tour description for full details of what is included.

• Accommodation (level of accommodation will vary)
• An English speaking guide
• Activities that are specifically included in the tour description
• Some meals, usually breakfast, sometimes other meals too
• Equipment for activities that are included on the tour, such as snowshoeing
• Internal flights, if required as part of the tour

If it’s not clear if an activity or feature is included, it will normally not be included, but do always check with the tour operator before booking so as to avoid any costly surprises.

What is Typically Excluded in a Guided Bus Tour in Iceland?

Whilst they include a lot, not everything will be included in your tour. Typical exclusions include the following.

• Gratuities, although these are not normally expected in Iceland
• Additional activities not explicitly included, which may include northern light tours or activities like horse trekking
• Some meals – often breakfast is included with the accommodation, and other meals are not
• Transfers to and from the airport, unless specifically included
• Clothing, hiking equipment or footwear. A good pair of hiking boots is a good idea in Iceland
• Flights to and from Iceland, or internally in Iceland if not a part of the tour
• Travel insurance

It’s important when comparing tours to compare what is included and excluded. A tour that includes all your meals for example can result in being good value for money as meals can be expensive in Iceland, and this is a similar story for attraction entry. Remember – don’t just check the headline prices when comparing tours, always carefully check what is included and excluded.

When to Visit Iceland?

As you’ll have noticed throughout the post, few guided tours in Iceland run year round. This is because Iceland is a country that varies dramatically between the seasons.

In the winter months, generally from around December through to April, there is far less daylight available. Weather conditions and snow also mean roads can be closed, and the highland roads in particular are shut completely.

The benefits at this time of year though are that you have the chance to see the Northern Lights, and there are fewer visitors.

If you are visiting Iceland in winter, check out our guide to what to pack for Iceland in winter to get prepared. We also suggest reading our guide to how to photograph the northern lights to be sure you get great photos!

In the summer months, generally May – September, the days are much longer, and you have the chance to experience the midnight sun.

This means you can fit a lot more into each day, and tour itineraries tend to be a bit fuller at this time of year. It’s also likely to be a bit warmer and sunnier, although our experience has taught us that Iceland is by no means a warm destination at any time of year.

We’ve visited Iceland in both summer and winter, and enjoyed our visits at both times of year. It’s just a question of being prepared and knowing what to expect.

Private Tours in Iceland

All the tours that we’ve listed in this guide so far have been guided group tours. Whilst these vary in size, they aren’t private tours, and so you will be sharing the experience with other people, with group sizes varying depending on the tour you choose. Often, more expensive tours will feature smaller groups.

Of course, it is entirely possible to also do a private tour of Iceland. These have the advantage that it will just be you and your group, rather than anyone else. It also means you will likely be able to customise the itinerary, and ensure you see everything you want to see.

The downside to a private group tour is that it is likely going to be the most expensive option for travelling in Iceland. However, it will certainly be a unique and memorable experience!

Some private tours to consider in Iceland are:

• This three day private tour that includes the golden circle , south coast and glacial lagoon
• This six day private tour which includes the Golden Circle, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, South Coast and the Blue Lagoon
• This seven day private tour which includes the Golden Circle, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, South Coast and the Blue Lagoon as well as time sightseeing in Reykjavik
• This seven day luxury private tour which has you travelling in a luxury vehicle, staying at the finest hotels in Iceland, and seeing the best sights Iceland has to offer!

You can see more private tours in Iceland on TourRadar here .

Further Reading for Visiting Iceland

Hopefully this post has helped you navigate through the plethora of group tour options available in Iceland! We’ve visited Iceland a number of times and loved our time in this incredible country. We’ve also put together a number of other posts to help you plan your visit, be that on a guided tour, a self-drive adventure, or another option. Here are some of our favourite guides.

• We have a detailed guide to help you  plan an Iceland trip,  which has everything you could need to help you plan an awesome adventure in Iceland
• We’ve created a list of some of our  favourite photography locations in Iceland  from our travels there to give you some ideas of where to aim to get the best photos. We also have a specific guide to finding the Iceland plane crash .
• We’ve got a guide to the  best day trips from Reykjavik  should you wish to base yourself in the capital and do trips  from there
• We have a guide to the Golden Circle to help you plan your time on that popular day trip
• We have itineraries for self-drive trips in Iceland, including a  seven day Iceland itinerary , a guide to spending 5 days in Iceland , and an Iceland ring road itinerary .
• If you’re heading to Iceland in winter and planning on driving yourself, check out our detailed  guide to driving in Iceland in winter  to help prepare yourself
• If you’re visiting Iceland in Winter, check out our guide to the  best winter activities in Iceland  and my  tips for cold weather photography
• We have a detailed packing guide to help you decide  what to pack for Iceland in winter
• If you are interested in seeing Puffins in Iceland, check out our detailed guide to Puffins in Iceland , which has everything you need to know!
• We have a guide to visiting the Blue Lagoon in Iceland
• Iceland is an expensive destination. Here’s a guide to  how to save money in Iceland  to help you make the most of your trip
• The weather in Iceland can be fickle – the best website for real-time cloud cover is  this one from the Icelandic Met Office .
• Whilst Iceland is a safe country to travel in when it comes to things like crime, the country itself is home to extreme conditions and all sorts of seismic activity. So to stay safe as you go, check out the  safetravel Iceland page

And that sums up our guide to the best group tours in Iceland! Have you been to Iceland, or are you considering it? Will you be taking a group tour? Do you have any questions or feedback about any of the above? As always, we’re happy to hear your feedback and answer your questions – just let us know in the comments below!

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Hiram Ruiz says

8th June 2022 at 7:43 pm

I’ve read reviews that state that on 2-3 day tours the stops at the sites are very brief and most time is spent in the bus. Are there any 2-3 day tours that visit less sites but spend more time at each? Going g November. Thx.

Laurence Norah says

9th June 2022 at 10:03 am

So this is a tricky one. The challenge is that many of the attractions in Iceland are quite a distance apart from each other, so driving is hard to avoid. In addition, each attraction such as a waterfall or landscape view tends to be something that most people are happy to only spend a short while at. They get their photos, they see the scene, they are ready to move on. Tour operators also have the challenge that when people compare tours, most visitors will see a tour with more stops as better. So tour operators that offer tours with less stops don’t do so well, hence it’s hard to find that sort of tour!

Honestly, if you want a tour with longer stops, you are likely going to be better off hiring a car and self-driving. The alternative would be a custom private tour, although those tend to be rather expensive.

Apologies this isn’t necessarily the answer you were looking for!

Have a great time in Iceland!

Atlastravel says

31st August 2018 at 1:11 pm

We’re keen to come to Iceland mid December. There are 8 of us and would like a private tour. Is this possible?

31st August 2018 at 2:40 pm

That would definitely be possible. We’re not a tour operator, however there are lots of tour options for you when it comes to booking a private tour. Of course, it will depend on your itinerary, but for example,

Here’s a 2 day private tour: https://guidetoiceland.is/book-holiday-trips/glacial-lagoon-south-coast-private-tour-2-days?a=133265

Here’s a 3 day private tour: https://guidetoiceland.is/book-holiday-trips/glacial-lagoon-south-coast-private-tour-2-days?a=133265

this is a 6 day private tour: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=132440&u=969916&m=18208&urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FReykjavik%2F6%2DDay%2DPrivate%2DTour%2Dof%2DICELAND%2Fd905%2D8740P68&afftrack=FTUIcelandGuidedTours

This is a 7 day tour: https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=132440&u=969916&m=18208&urllink=www%2Eviator%2Ecom%2Ftours%2FReykjavik%2F7%2DDay%2DPrivate%2DTour%2Dof%2DICELAND%2Fd905%2D8740P69&afftrack=FTUIcelandGuidedTours

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We can also recommend getting in touch with Iceland Travel directly, who might be able to help put together a custom itinerary for you. We’ve always had a good experience working with them: https://www.icelandtravel.is/?ref=findingtheuniverse&tm_site=FTUguidedtours

I hope this helps! Have a great trip 🙂

Sheila Simpson says

16th August 2018 at 6:03 pm

Love your photos! Iceland is on my short list of places I want to visit next. I’m enjoying reading your tips and ideas. I’m glad I found your site.

16th August 2018 at 6:56 pm

Thanks very much Sheila – have a wonderful trip, and don’t hesitate to comment again if you have any questions 🙂

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My husband recently quit his job (after 8.5 years!) and wanted to travel! And…we pretty spontaneously booked a kid-free trip to Iceland! We’ve heard wonderful things about Iceland from friends (and strangers) but never made it a priority to go. While I know tons of people go to Iceland with kids and love it, it hasn’t been on the top of our family travel bucket list. So this felt like the perfect kid-free destination for us! Now that we’re on the other side of the trip, we’d definitely love to come back with the girls when they are a little older. Anyway, here’s a huge detailed travel guide highlighting our time in ICELAND !

TRIP LOGISTICS

We flew in and out of Iceland via NYC on Icelandic Air. Our flights were around ~$500/person and we bought separate flights to/from New York. After doing some research and thinking about how we wanted to spend our time (one week), we decided to focus on time on the South Coast. Many people visit Iceland and do Ring Road, which is a national road in Iceland that circles the entire country. While you could definitely do that in a week’s time, it felt too rushed for us, and we’re glad we stuck with the South Coast instead.

We rented a car and it was an absolute necessity for us on this trip! There are plenty of companies to book excursions all sorts of with, but we loved the flexibility and freedom of being on our own time and doing whatever we wanted. FYI the car rental was ~$250 for the week and we spent another ~$200 in gas (and did A LOT of driving).

Our total time in Iceland  was 6.5 days and 6 nights.

WHERE WE STAYED

We stayed at three different hotels in Iceland for a total of six nights, two at each hotel and overall, had a great experience at all three spots! Here’s some info on each of the hotels we stayed at in Iceland.

Hotel Ranga

Our first stay was at Hotel Ranga in South Iceland. Hotel Ranga is a four star luxury hotel and the property was beautiful! There’s an onsite restaurant and bar, daily happy hour, and breakfast was included in our stay. We had breakfast and dinner at the hotel both nights of our stay and I was very impressed with the food! There’s also a game room and three mini hot tubs that were so beautiful and relaxing. The hotel ambiance is very laid back and inviting. One of the main reasons we booked this was because of the low light pollution, meaning better likelihood of seeing the Northern Lights! We saw them both nights and the hotel has a wakeup call, so you can sign up to get a call in your room if the Northern Lights are spotted! Another cool feature of Hotel Ranga was that they have an onsite observatory, where they host local astronomers — it was so cool to learn more about the sky/stars from them! The location was fantastic, being only ~1.5 hours from the airport and also a close drive to SO many popular spots to visit in Iceland, including the Golden Circle, waterfalls, beaches, and more.

Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon

Our second hotel for the next two nights was Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, near Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Skaftafell. There are several Fosshotel’s all over Iceland, and this specific hotel was the closet to the glacier tour we had booked. It truly is in the middle of NOWHERE with no restaurants or things nearby besides the beach, glaciers, and parks. I’d say this was a great stop for more exploring/nature-focused travelers. The hotel itself was very nice and one huge perk for us was getting to see the Northern Nights both nights, right from our hotel window while laying in bed. Such a pinch me moment! ✨  Our stay included breakfast and I was very impressed the food, especially for being a buffet. There’s also an onsite restaurant, but we opted to order room service one night and ordered food from the bar our second night to eat while reading + drinking wine by the cozy fire in the lobby. They did have a gym, a sauna (love) and two massive outdoor hot tubs – perfect for watching the sunset and sunrise. We had a couple hours of ‘spa time’ both days and it was lovely. While we stayed for two nights at Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon, it seemed like most people only stayed for one night – basically before or after their glacier experience. Looking back, we really only needed to be in this area for one night BUT it was also nice for us to just chill + relax before/after the glacier and hiking activities.

Our last stay was for two nights in Reykjavik at EDITION. This is a very chic and upscale hotel in downtown Reykjavik, right next to the Old Harbor port and tons of restaurants and shopping. We ended up booking this one via credit card points/perks. Like our other hotels, our stay included breakfast at the hotel. The hotel also had a gorgeous lobby with a bar and fireplaces, a cute coffee shop, onsite restaurant, and rooftop bar. We had breakfast at the hotel both mornings of our stay and one night had an appetizer-style dinner at the rooftop bar. The rooftop bar was a very popular spot and busy / lively both nights! There’s also a gym and spa area in the hotel with a sauna, steam room, and massive hot tub area. Out of our three hotels, this definitely was the most elevated hotel with a larger room and extra nice amenities. We did have to valet park our rental car both nights, which wasn’t included in the room rate.

Here’s a pretty detailed look at how we spent our time in Iceland! I also decided to do a mini vlog on my Instagram sharing different days from our trip and I’ve also included the videos below. 💫

Day 1 (Monday)

We landed bleary-eyed around 6am after a short red-eye flight from NYC. We got through customs and got our rental car and headed straight to the Blue Lagoon. We booked this in advance, and intentionally went through from the airport, based on its location and our other travel plans. We got there right as it opened around 8am. We opted for the Comfort Package ($62 USD) vs the Premium Package ($79) and were perfectly content with that! It included lagoon entrance, towels, one mask, and one drink. You can stay for as long as you’d like – we were there for two hours. It was beautiful and a very unique experience, but definitely tourist-y and busy, especially later on in the day. Still glad we did it! After our time at the lagoon, we grabbed breakfast at the nearby Hjá Höllu.

It was about a two hour drive to our first hotel, and so just enjoyed the stunning views and landscape (which was exponentially better after we took a 40 minute parking lot power nap!). We stopped for a drink + snack at The Old Dairy Food Hall (Mjólkurbúið Mathöll) in Selfoss and also stopped to admire the Urriðafoss  waterfall before arriving at Hotel Ranga . We lounged, read books, and hot tubbed before an early dinner and VERY early omg-we-are-so-jetlagged bedtime. We did get an 11pm wake-up call to see the Northern Lights – SO cool to experience and absolutely one of our highlights!

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Day 2 (Tuesday)

We woke up feeling SO much better than the day before and ready to adventure! We had some loose plans for this day, but also planned to just wing it. It basically was a big waterfall-filled day! After breakfast at the hotel, we drove over to see the Gullfoss waterfall, which was stunning! We grabbed a coffee at the nearby cafe, and then went to see Geysir (my first time seeing a geyser!), and Faxafoss waterfall after that. At the recommendation of a friend, we had booked lunch reservations at Friðheimar for Tuesday afternoon. We were SO glad we did! Friðheimar is a family-run restaurant inside of a greenhouse. Their focus is on growing (and serving) tomatoes and it was such a unique dining experience! E tried a tomato beer and I  had a green Bloody Mary, and we each had their legendary tomato soup + homemade bread, tomatoes + burrata (SO good) and a garden salad. So glad we did this! 🍅 🌿 After lunch, we planned to go to hot springs. While the popular Secret Lagoon was nearby, we opted for the off-the-beaten path Hrunalaug natural hot springs. It wasn’t as busy as the other hot springs / lagoons we visited and very much felt like a hidden treasure.

We didn’t have plans after that but instead of going back to our hotel, we decided to make the most of the (finally!) sunshine and keep exploring! We drove to see more waterfalls ( Gljufrabui and Seljalandsfoss ), both next to each other in a gorgeous canyon. We were over here around sunset and it was such a beautiful way to end our day. This is pretty popular spot (lots of buses/vans) but cleared out closer to sunset. It was really so beautiful and magical to see a rainbow in front of the waterfall, too! 🌈 After that, we drove back to the hotel for more hot tub time before dinner! And, we got to see the Northern Lights for the second night in a row before we went to bed!

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Day 3 (Wednesday)

We checked out of Hotel Ranga and began our 3ish hour drive to our next spot! This was a big driving day, but we planned to stop a few differnet places along the way. And, one of the best things to do in Iceland is just drive and soak up the otherworldly beauty – waterfalls! streams! mountains! ocean! horses! and more. Our first stop was at Skogafoss waterfall, which was beautiful but VERY busy. You can climb to the top of these narrow stairs to see the waterfall from the top, too. When you get to the top, you can keep hiking down a path to see a bunch more waterfalls – that part was so cool! And not a lot of people continued to hike beyond the top of Skogafoss, so it was a lot less busy after that. We probably saw 4-5 more waterfalls from that one hike! After that, we got back in our car and drove over to the nearby Kvernufoss . This was way less busy and also STUNNING. This one was extra special because we were able to actually hike BEHIND the waterfall — I had never done that before and we weren’t able to do that at any other waterfalls we visited. We continued our drive and stopped at Smiðjan Brugghús in Vik for lunch. It was delicious! We visited Black Sand Beach nearby, then continued driving with one more stop for a quick hike at Svínafellsjökull Glacier (within Vatnajökull National Park). We got to our second hotel, Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon . We enjoyed the hot tub + sauna situation before ordering room service and admiring the Northern Lights from our window (!!) before bed.

Day 4 (Thursday)

We woke up Thursday and had (a surprisingly delicious buffet) breakfast at our hotel. We had pre-booked a glacier hike + ice cave tour for this morning so left early for that! The sun was still coming up when we left, and it was beautiful to see the sunrise on our drive. We stopped at Diamond Beach , which is famous for black sand and the icebergs that wash up on the shore, resembling sparkling diamonds. It was really beautiful here! We went to the nearby Jökulssárlón Glacier Lake as the meeting spot for our glacier tour. This was a beautiful lake that we partially hiked around after our glacier tour! We booked our glacier hike + ice cave tour via Troll Expeditions and it was great! There were about 12 people on the tour and our guide was fantastic. There are all sorts of tours and we opted for a 3 hour tour. Looking back, we could have done a longer tour, but it was still amazing to see what we were able to see! The tour wrapped up around mid-day and we didn’t have plans for the rest of the day and there quite literally is nothing around except glaciers + nature. On a whim, decided to keep driving the South Coast to have lunch in Höfn and then came back to our hotel for a long sauna + hot tub situation, followed by reading by the cozy fire and dinner at our hotel. We definitely didn’t do “as much” this day and could have drove back closer to Reykjavik after the glacier tour, but we had booked two nights in the hotel. Overall, it was good to have a more chill day in the middle of our trip, since we had been doing a lot of activities and were pretty go, go, go every other day of the trip.

DAY 5 (Friday)

On Friday (day 5) we had breakfast and began our long drive back early in the mornings to Reykjavik, where we were staying our last two nights! It was a 4 hours and 45 minute drive, so this was definitely our longest driving day! Before arriving in Reykjavik, we stopped at The Greenhouse for lunch, which was a really cool hybrid hotel + food hall + shopping space, filled with natural light and tons of plants. From there, we drove the remaining 30 minutes to our third and final hotel. After checking into our hotel (EDITION) and getting settled, we went out to explore Reykjavik! In cities, we tend to just wander around and see what we stumble upon. We wandered over to admire the Hallgrímskirkja church, which is the largest church + one of the tallest buildings in Iceland. The architecture was so cool! We stopped in a few shops and then ended up grabbing a drinks at Bastard Brew Pub (the hazy IPA was delicious!) and  Vínstúkan Tíu sopar  , a cute natural wine bar. We continued walking and tried lobster soup at Seabaron Sægreifinn. This spot was more tourist-y, but the soup was delicious! We then were craving non-seafood, and ended the night having pizza at Flatey Pizza . This was a local Neapolitan style pizza spot and very delicious!

DAY 6 (Saturday)

It’s hard to pick a favorite day from our trip, but day 6 was definitely up there! We didn’t have a plan for Saturday until we got to Reykjavik on Friday and spontaneously booked two activities for Saturday. We had breakfast at our hotel and then drove to  Hvammsvik Nature Resort & Hot Springs . While most people planning a trip to Iceland (myself included) have heard of the Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon, Hvammsvik is definitely more off the beaten path. It’s a natural resort + hot springs right on the ocean! It was TRULY incredible and so special! We booked our tickets the day before and got there right when it opened. The admission included unlimited access to the eight natural hot springs, the steam bath, indoor and outdoor showers, a drink ticket at the swim-up bar and the beach + ocean. Eric jumped into the ocean several times! We spent about three hours just enjoying the stunning view and rotating between the different pools and sauna. This place was much less busy / touristy than many other spots we visited in Iceland which made us like it even more. ❤️

After the hot springs, we went horseback riding! One of my favorite parts of the trip was admiring the adorable and friendly Icelandic horses we saw all over the country, and I  was so excited to go on a ride! We booked a 1.5 hour group ride with Laxnes Horse Farm , a family-run horse farm outside of the city. We drove there, but they also offer free pickup at hotels in Reykjavik for those without a car. We were also the only ones there so we got a private horse tour/ride. I was so happy! 🐴 Looking back, horseback riding BEFORE hot springs would probably make more sense, but as mentioned, we were sort of planning everything on the fly!   After our horseback riding, we drove back to the hotel for hot tub + sauna + steam room before getting ready for the night. We had drinks + dinner at the hotel’s very chic rooftop bar, and then bopped to two spots nearby (Mat Bar + Mikki Refur). Both were so cute and great vibes. 🍷✨ Another spot we passed was Book

DAY 7 (Sunday)

Our last day! We had breakfast and packed alllll our stuff and checked out of our hotel. We had booked Sky Lagoon for our last and final day before our late afternoon flight back to the States. Yes, we did a lot of lagoons/hot springs/spa-like things on this trip! 🧖‍♀️  We booked the Pure Package for 2, which included our admission to the lagoon (and towels/lockers), a drink ticket, and Sky Lagoon’s 7 Step Ritual. The 7 steps are 1) relax in the geothermal pools of the lagoon 2) a cold plunge (!!), 3) sauna (truly the most stunning sauna I’ve ever been in – here’s the view! ), 4) a rain shower mist, 5) a body scrub 6) steam room and 7) shower and back to the lagoon. My skin felt SO nice after! Sky Lagoon overall was so beautiful and overlooked the ocean – so magical! We didn’t realize, but our package also included a ‘Sky Platter’ at the inside bar after we were done. This area was so cute and cozy with fireplaces and worked out great for us as a pre-airport lunch. From there, we headed to the airport for our looooong travel journey back home! ✈️

THINGS TO DO IN ICELAND

All the details of our activities are shared in the day-by-day itinerary above, but here’s a ton of photos of each big activity/outing we did!

Blue Lagoon

Northern Lights!

What a dream and surreal experience to experience this four nights in a row! We were just amazed and obsessed. 💫

Hvammsvik Nature Resort & Hot Springs

Horseback Riding

Glacier Tour

Hrunalaug Hot Springs

Greenhouse Lunch

Other Views & Waterfalls!

WHAT I PACKED

It definitely took me awhile to finalize my Iceland packing situation because 1) I  wanted to travel with a carry-on only and 2) because we needed to bring clothes that would keep us warm in colder + wet weather. You can find my Iceland Packing blog post HERE !

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The South Coast is one of the gems of Iceland. On an Iceland South Coast tour you can expect to encounter many of the country’s best features including black sand beaches, vast lava fields, majestic waterfalls, glaciers and much more. We offer day tours and overnight tours that guide you through this beautiful region. Check out our selection of South Coast tours below.

POPULAR DAY TOURS OF THE SOUTH COAST OF ICELAND

Discover the beauty and the diverse natural features of Iceland’s south coast. Join us for a guided tour. We guarantee you a truly unforgettable day.

South Shore Adventure

South Coast, Waterfalls & Glacier Hike

South Coast, Jokulsarlon & Diamond Beach Day Tour From Reykjavik

South Coast & Horseback Riding

Sensational Iceland - South Coast, Glacier Hike & Northern Lights

South Coast & Dc-3 Plane Wreck Tour

Popular multi-day tours of the south coast of iceland.

Why not explore Iceland’s southern coastline over multiple days? Choose from out wide selection of guided small group adventures.

2 Day South Coast, Ice Cave, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Tour

3 Day South Coast & Golden Circle Tour

6 Days Around Iceland Adventure

4 Day Tour: Golden Circle, Jokulsarlon, South Coast, Landmannalaugar

7 Day Complete Iceland

8 Day Iceland Ring Road Tour

5 Day Snæfellsnes Peninsula And South Iceland Tour

9 Day - Around Iceland, Highlands and Volcano Adventure

The ultimate Iceland and Highlight Hitter - 8 Day Tour

4 Day - Golden Circle, South Coast, Ice Cave & Recently Erupted Volcano

4 Day Northern Lights, Snaefellsnes & Glacier Lagoon

Popular activities on the south coast of iceland.

From glacier hiking, ice-caving, kayaking snowmobiling, just to name a few, Iceland’s south has a lot to offer. Check out our array of activities to find the right adventure for you.

Glacier Explorer - Moderate Glacier Hike in Skaftafell

Blue Ice - Ice Climbing Adventure

Glacier Experience - Sólheimajökull Easy Glacier Hike

Glacier Wonders - Easy Glacier Hike in Skaftafell

Katla Ice Cave (Under The Volcano) Tour

Glacier Xtreme - Glacier Hiking & Ice climbing tour

Crystal Ice Cave Tour with Super Jeep Ride

Skaftafell Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Hike Tour

Jökulsárlón Boat Ride and Glacier Hike

Jökulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Kayak Tour

Glacier Kayak Adventure

Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour

Must-see south coast iceland highlights.

Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss and Gljúfrabúi Waterfalls

Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s most visually astounding waterfalls. This remarkable natural attraction has a drop of 60 meters (197 feet) and stretches 25 meters (82 feet) wide, making it one of the biggest in the country. Because of the amount of spray produced from the cascade, visitors can spot at least one rainbow any time the sun is out.

For the best view of   Skógafoss, take the steep staircase that leads to the observation deck. Nesting seabirds often line the path to the top.

Seljalandsfoss shares first place as one of the most majestic waterfalls in the country and is one of the most photographed attractions in all of Iceland. Part of the river   Seljalandsá, the 60-meter (200-foot) falls originate from beneath the  Eyjafjallajökull glacier. The narrow cascade of the falls descends from a tall cliff, once a former coastline. Visitors can walk the path that circles all the way around the cascade and peek beneath the curtain of the waterfall. The sea is also visible from the sight across the lowlands.

Less than a kilometer from Seljalandsfoss lies a hidden gem.   Gljúfrabúi   (or Canyon Dweller) is a stunning waterfall located at Hamragarðar. The lesser-known falls is the perfect spot for photographers and nature lovers looking for peace.

The 40-meter (131 foot) high Gljúfrabúi hides behind a giant, outward-facing cliff. Because of this sneaky “hiding spot,” this waterfall is often overlooked by the thousands of travelers visiting Seljalandsfoss.

Reykjadalur Hot Spring Valley

Just an hour’s drive from Reykjavík lives a hot spring oasis. Reykjadalur ,   the Valley of Steam, is a magnificent geothermal area filled with endless hot springs and a bubbling river.

In summer the surrounding green hills come alive with flora, especially lupins. Chemicals in the soil dye the earth pink, yellow, red and blue and provide a whimsical atmosphere.

Reaching the valley requires a 40-minute hike featuring lovely views along the way. The closest town is   Hveragerði. Travelers can find a variety of service stations, an information center, cafes and restaurants.

Dyrhólaey Rock Cliffs and Arches

Dyrhólaey Peninsula is a 120-meter seacliff known for its extraordinary panoramic views of Iceland’s South Coast. Famous for breathtaking vistas and staggering rock formations, this is the perfect spot to take in Iceland’s natural beauty. The main feature of the promenade is its giant rock arch formed by centuries of erosion. Dyrhólaey translates to   Door Hill Island, a direct reference to the famous archway.

In addition to landscape views, the peninsula is the perfect spot to watch wildlife. There are a multitude of bird species including the popular Atlantic Puffin.

At the top of Dyrhólaey you’ll notice an old white lighthouse. Built in 1919 and completed in 1927,   Dyrhólaeyjarviti   was the first lighthouse in the area. The interior has since been renovated and transformed into a charming luxury hotel.

Located on the southernmost part of the mainland, Dyrhólaey is a popular stop for sightseers traveling the Ring Road route.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach is one of Iceland’s most iconic attractions. The volcanic black shoreline is surrounded by picturesque sea stacks, basalt columns and cliffs. In fact, National Geographic ranked Reynisfjara among the   Top 10 Non-Tropical Beaches on the planet .

The nearby cliffs and sea stacks are home to arctic seabirds, including the popular puffin, attractive to wildlife lovers.   Reynisfjall   is the name of the mountain that towers above the beach. Inside the mountain wall you’ll discover a naturally formed cave, perfect for a picnic shelter! Reynisfjara is approximately two and a half hours from Reykjavik by car. Many South Coast tours include this attraction on their itinerary.

Vík Village

The charming coastal village of   Vík   is the southernmost town on the   Icelandic mainland. The area is surrounded by a variety of scenic landscapes and popular points of interest. As the last stop on travelers’ Iceland South Coast trip, the village is still within reach of natural attractions and activities. The terrific paragliding and zipline spots in the region attract thrill-seekers the world over.

In addition to the nearby natural attractions, Vík is the area’s main service center. Though the village is only home to about 300 residents, it offers multiple restaurants, cafes, shops and gas stations. Tourists staying overnight in Vík might even have a better chance of seeing the   Northern Lights!

Eldhraun Lava Field

The impressive Eldhraun lava field (“Fire Lava“) is the largest of its type in the world. It was formed during the biggest eruption in history, which lasted from 1783 to 1784. Today the 565 square kilometers (351 square miles) field is one of South Iceland’s most magnificent attractions.

Thick green moss covers the vast area, with the   Ring Road   crossing over for spectacular views. Along the way, there are several rest stops where you can pull over and snap some photos. North of nearby   Lake Laufbalavatn   lies an intricate lava tube system featuring more than 200 caves. Tours offer the chance to explore these geological wonders.

Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park

Tucked away in Europe’s largest national park,   Vatnajökull is Skaftafell Nature Reserve . The reserve was once its own park but joined with Vatnajökull National Park in 2008. Located just off Ring Road, it has become one of the most popular sightseeing routes on the South Coast.

A hiker’s oasis, the region offers trails through diverse landscapes, including lush forests, towering trees and impressive mountain views. The   Skaftafell Visitor’s Center   has trail maps, guides and information about the region. Travelers who wish to extend their stay can choose between hotel accommodations or campsites.

SOLHEIMAJOKULL GLACIER

Solheimajokull  is a glacier between the Katla and Eyjafjallajokull volcanoes. It’s approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) long and 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) wide and is part of the larger Myrdalsjokull Glacier, which lies just on top of the caldera of the Katla Volcano.

Solheimajokull is easy to access and surrounded by breathtaking, snow-capped mountains making it popular with locals and tourists. We recommend that you  hike to the top of the glacier . There you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the South Coast and outstanding photo opportunities.

If you intend to explore Solheimajokull, we highly recommend that you book a guided tour . With a tour guide, you’ll be able to safely traverse across the top of the glacier, try out ice climbing, and explore the existing ice caves. Just like most of the glaciers in Iceland, Solheimajokull is rapidly melting away and experts have warned that it may no longer be accessible even a decade from now.

VATNAJOKULL GLACIER, ICE CAVE, AND NATIONAL PARK

Vatnajokull National Park is one of three national parks in Iceland. It contains the  Vatnajokull Glacier ,  Skaftafell Nature Reserve , and  Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon . Each of the components of the national park is an attraction in itself. Its unique landscape of it was created by river erosion, glacial movements, and volcanic eruptions.

Vatnajokull Glacier takes up the majority of the national park and is the largest glacier in Europe . It covers approximately 9% of Iceland and hides several volcanoes underneath. Scientists have declared that volcanic eruptions are long overdue. Nevertheless, they do monitor the area carefully and have determined that, for now, it’s still a safe place to hike.

According to the Guinness World Records, the Vatnajokull Glacier has the longest sight line in the world , allowing you to see for a whopping 340 miles (550 kilometers). If you haven’t put the Vatnajokull National Park and Glacier on your bucket list yet, then you should soon! Climate change is already affecting Iceland’s natural treasures , and melting icebergs are causing the land surface to rise as much as 1.4 inches annually. Vatnajokull offers hiking tours , a chance to explore ice caves, and the opportunity to cruise on one of the lagoons that wash its shore of it.

EYJAFJALLAJOKULL

Eyjafjallajokull is one of the very few stratovolcanoes in Iceland. A stratovolcano is described as a volcano whose caldera is hidden under a glacier. Usually, eruptions of this type of volcano are very dangerous, as the world witnessed firsthand with this one’s eruption in 2010.

The explosion disrupted European air travel for a couple of weeks, stranding hundreds of airplanes and passengers. Neighboring towns in Iceland were evacuated due to lava ash floods.  Thanks to its notoriety, Eyjafjallajokull Volcano is still one of the most visited volcanoes in Iceland, and is perfectly safe these days, hosting hundreds of tours to its peak and ice cave.

There are a few ways you can explore the volcano. The most popular way is the  Fimmvörðuháls Trail , a circular hike around the volcano. The trail takes around a day to hike and is considered to be fairly easy.

The second way to explore the volcano is to traverse the surrounding glacier. After the eruption, the glacier shrunk significantly and became less popular. However, it remains an astounding place of glorious natural beauty. The hike to the glacier is very difficult and should only be attempted with an experienced guide. You can also try  riding on a glacier with a snowmobile  on one of our tours.

VESTMANNAEYJAR

Vestmannaeyjar  is an archipelago of around 30 islands south of the mainland. It has around four thousand inhabitants and became world-famous after a volcanic eruption in 1974. During the eruption, in an attempt to tame the hot-like-hell lava, locals pumped seawater directly onto the lava. The waters helped to cool and redirect the flow, and to save the lives and homes of 5,300 people. As a result, the island is now a popular tourist attraction, with an extended harbor and a runway for planes.

Vestmannaeyjar is also widely visited for its natural beauty and the many adorable puffins who consider the island their home. Over ten millions of puffins come to Iceland to breed each year and most of them choose Vestmannaeyjar.

For a more extensive list of interesting places to see, have a look at our guide to the  best places to visit in Iceland .

Svínafellsjökull – The Hollywood Glacier

Svínafellsjökull glacier is renowned for its unusual features and scenic views. The glacier is an outlet glacier of   Vatnajökull, the largest ice cap in Europe. It is one of Iceland’s most popular glacier hiking sites due to its raw beauty and formations.

Not just beloved by hikers and photographers, it has also become a popular Hollywood shooting location. Visitors may recognize the rugged landscape from   Star Wars, Batman and Game of Thrones.

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon – Diamond Beach

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is an iconic Iceland attraction. Glittering ice floes floating on the water like giant diamonds. Glacier lagoons are lakes filled with the meltwater from nearby glaciers. At 248 meters (814 feet) deep, Jökulsárlón is the deepest lake in Iceland.

Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier   feeds the lagoon and is an outlet of   Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap. Volcanic activity in the area pushed up the glacial sediments under Breiðamerkurjökull, creating a shoreline. Nicknamed   “Diamond Beach,”   the black sand strip is covered in giant icebergs that have washed ashore.

The icebergs of Jökulsárlón are notable not just for their size but also for their color. While many are solid white, most also glow electric blue with black ash streaks from volcanic eruptions.

The famed lagoon has appeared onscreen in the James Bond films   A View to Kill   in 1985 and   Die Another Day   in 2002,   Lara Croft: Tomb Raider   in 2001, and 2005’s   Batman Begins.

Sólheimasandur DC3 Plane Wreck

Banked on the shore of   Sólheimasandur Beach sits the shell of an age-old plane. The   DC Plane Wreck   is a popular attraction in South Iceland. Visitors come to explore and photograph the giant former plane surrounded by wild landscapes.

The former US Navy aircraft has lain on the beach since 1973. Multiple theories have circulated on what caused the forced landing, but fortunately, no one was hurt. The easiest way to reach the plane is on a horse riding, ATV or walking tour. Discover a piece of aviation history!

SECRET LAGOON

The Secret Lagoon  in Iceland is a natural hot spring. Located in a geothermally active area close to the small town of Fludir, it’s the oldest public pool in Iceland.

The lagoon is a part of the  Golden Circle route  and is widely visited by both tourists and locals alike. While similar to the Blue Lagoon, it’s cheaper and more rural, situated in the middle of a moss-covered lava field.

The Secret Lagoon is accessible all year long and the temperature of the water is constant at 100° Fahrenheit (38-40° Celsius). Apart from perfectly warm water, the lagoon has other attractions to offer nearby. Geothermal hot spots and a small geyser surprising visitors every 4 minutes are there to entertain. The pool is surrounded by wooden pathways, which together with the steam rising from the pool create a mystical, picture-worthy scene.

The Secret Lagoon in Iceland is as enjoyable in the winter as it is in the summer. It’s a sublime experience to bathe in hot, geothermal water in the crisp winter air. If you’re really lucky, then the flickering colors of the Northern Lights may dance across the night sky during your visit – an unforgettable experience that you’ll treasure forever.

FIMMVORDUHALS TREK

Fimmvorduhals  is a trail between the  Eyjafjallajökull  and  Mýrdalsjökull glaciers . It stretches out through the diverse terrain for around 15 miles (25 kilometers), connecting Skogar with the Thorsmork Valley and can only be accessed during summer. The weather on the trail is very unpredictable and anything from summer rain to severe hails is possible. The trail is devoured by local hikers and is a site of pilgrimage for adventure seekers from around the world.

While it is possible to complete the trail in a day, we recommend taking your time and really soaking in the breathtaking scenery. There are two mountain huts on the way to the Thorsmork Valley , where you can stay overnight if you want to spend more than one day in the area. While the trail is only 15 miles (25 kilometers), it’s not recommended for absolute beginners. To get the most out of it you should be in relatively good physical condition.

HEKLA VOLCANO

Hekla  is the most active volcano in Iceland and has erupted over 20 times since 874 c.e., with another eruption expected soon. Nonetheless, scientists suggest that the volcano is perfectly safe to explore for now. During the Middle Ages, Icelanders called it the Gateway to Hell, though it’s now often referred to as the Queen of Iceland. The last eruption took place from February 26 to March 8, 2000.

The volcano looks a lot like an overturned boat, with active craters stretching over both sides. At one time, it was covered by birch and willow trees. Due to human interference and volcanic eruptions, the soil around the volcano has transformed into a vast, moss-covered lava field.

Hiking  is very popular in the area around the volcano. While you’re able to hike to the summit of the volcano on your own, it’s strongly recommended that you go in the company of an experienced mountaineering guide. Hekla Volcano is rather unpredictable, so the information that our qualified guides are able to provide will make the adventure safe and insightful.

FJAÐRÁRGLJÚFUR

In the southeast of Iceland,  Fjadrargljufur Canyon stretches out for about 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) and 330 feet (100 meters) into the ground. At the bottom, the glacier-fed Fjadra River carves out its rugged, steep walls. Fjadrargljufur Canyon is located close to the Ring Road and yet is largely unknown. To get to it, you need to drive east towards Hofn and exit the road near Kirkjubæjarklaustur Village. Then take the mountain road no. F206 and ride for a few more minutes until you reach the parking area.

There are two ways you can hike the canyon: you can take a path at the top that goes along the rim of the ravine, or if you prefer a more extreme hike, walk down to the bottom of the canyon. Regardless of the path you choose, you’ll be rewarded with enchanting views of moss-covered rough stone and a rapidly flowing river. Please note hiking along the bottom of the canyon might require you to wade the river at some points. Also, if you hike from east to west, expect to be surprised by the playful waterfall, cascading down the gorge.

Must-Do: Most Popular Activities

Glacier hiking sólheimajökull and mýrdalsjökull glacier.

Sólheimajökull is one of the most easily accessible Iceland glaciers on the South Coast. Just 158 kilometers (98 miles) away from Reykjavik, it is a popular place to go glacier hiking . Unlike glaciers surrounded by giant mountains, Sólheimajökull offers clear views for those who reach the top.

Thrill-seekers who want to try ice climbing have their choice of many different ice walls. Tour guides provide all necessary equipment for safe and fun glacier adventures.

Sólheimajökull is an outlet glacier of the giant   Mýrdalsjökull ice cap , the fourth largest ice cap in Iceland. The mighty glacier is home to the infamous   Katla Volcano.

Explore the hidden treasures beneath the glacier. Deep beneath the ice caps lie the glittering natural ice caves of Iceland. During this unmissable experience, learn the secrets of the caves on an   ice caving tour . Your guide will share fascinating facts about the history and formation of the caves.

Step inside and travel back in time through ancient ice. Each cave is unique and changes every year, so you will never see the same one twice. For safety reasons, these tours are only offered during the winter months. This is the perfect seasonal activity that everyone should add to their bucket list.

Horseback Riding

Explore the magical South Coast landscapes on horseback . The   Icelandic horse   was first brought to the country during the   Viking age. Because of their popularity, laws were put in place to prevent the breed from being mixed with other horses, which means they have remained the same for almost 1000 years!

The most distinctive feature of this breed is their unique gait, called the “tolt.” Channel your inner Viking as you explore the beautiful sights of this region.

Trekking Landmannalaugar and Thorsmork

Landmannalaugar and Thorsmork are popular hiking regions in the southern part of the Icelandic Highlands. About 55 km (34 mi) apart, these areas have vastly different landscapes. Trekking tours offer the opportunity to trek between the two valleys.

Landmannalaugar is a multicolored, geothermal valley enclosed by rhyolite mountains. During the summer it is one of Iceland’s most popular hiking spots. Landmannalaugar translates to “People’s Pools” as it is filled with natural geothermal baths where hikers can take a dip.

In the center of the area, an inky lava field stretches out over several kilometers. The surrounding mountains feature hues of green, yellow, purple, red, blue, white and black, providing surreal visuals.

Thorsmork is a completely different world from the bare, smoky valley of Landmannalaugar. This lush green valley is rich with birch forests, various mosses and Arctic flowers. The flora and fauna of the area offer the perfect habitat for multiple bird species and Arctic foxes.

Hvannadalshnúkur Summit

Hvannadalshnúkur, or Hvannadalshnjúkur, is the tallest mountain in Iceland. Towering 2,109.6 meters (6952 feet) tall, it is the highest peak of   Öræfajökull volcanic glacier   inside Vatnajökull National Park. The pyramid-shaped peak is best seen from the southern towns of Höfn and Vík on the Ring Road.

Those brave enough to summit this beast should be warned that it requires a good fitness level. While you don’t need to be an expert, you should only hike the mountain in the company of an experienced mountain guide. The route involves icy grounds, steep inclines and crevasses. Adventurers who do embark on this adventure will be rewarded with outstanding views.

Golden Circle

The   Golden Circle   is the best-known tour route in Iceland. The 300-kilometer (186 miles) tour guides you to three popular natural attractions: Geysir Geothermal Area, Gullfoss Waterfall and Þingvellir National Park. Get a taste of the country’s fascinating landscapes.

The Geysir Geothermal Area   is a hot spring oasis in the Haukadalur Valley. It features the famous Great Geysir, the active Strokkur and smaller Smiður and Litlí-Strokkur geysers. The area is decorated with fumaroles, mud pits and hot springs.

A ten-minute drive from Geysir and the furthest point on the Golden Circle is   Gullfoss , the “Golden Waterfall.” One of the most marvelous and powerful waterfalls in Iceland, it cascades 32 meters (105 feet) down. This two-tiered waterfall is truly a sight to behold.

The biggest attraction on the Golden Circle is   Þingvellir National Park . The park was named a   UNESCO World Heritage Site   due to its geological and historical importance. It is the birthplace of the Icelandic parliament, founded in 930 CE, the world’s longest ongoing parliament. The park marks the separation between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Visitors can stand between two continents at once!

Snorkeling Silfra Fissure

People come from all over the world to snorkel the waters of Silfra . Located in   Þingvellir National Park,   this freshwater fissure is one of Iceland’s most beloved natural wonders. This underwater marvel is situated between the   North American and Eurasian plates   and is the only place in the world you can swim between continents.

In addition to its unique geology, the azure waters of Silfra have visibility of over 100 meters. The water maintains a temperature of two to three degrees celsius, so underwater tours are offered year-round. No wonder snorkeling at   Silfra Fissure   has been rated one of the   Top 5 activities in the world by Trip Advisor !

The Blue Lagoon

The   Blue Lagoon   is easily the most famous geothermal spa in Iceland. People come from all over the world to soak in its steamy neon blue waters. The lagoon is filled with rich minerals, silica mud and green algae, all famous for their healing properties. In fact, the Blue Lagoon is the number one treatment for psoriasis in Iceland and skincare products are made from its contents.

Located on the volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula, southwestern Iceland it is only a 30-minute drive from Reykjavík. Many tours include a trip to the lagoon as an optional extra. Enjoy a soak in these magic waters !

Kayaking On Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Kayaking across Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon is a hands-on adventure across the lake. Paddle through giant, glittering ice floes as you weave across the lake. Your knowledgeable guide will share interesting facts about nature, history and wildlife around the lagoon. Tours are open to both first-time and experienced kayakers.

On your adventure, you’ll witness and explore   Vatnajökull National Park, the largest glacier in Europe, from a unique angle. Lucky kayakers might spot   seals   playing between the icebergs.

South Coast Iceland Map

South Coast Self-Drive Tours

Driving through the south of Iceland is easy. Self-drives on Iceland’s South Coast follow the Ring Road, the primary road in the region. Most of the popular attractions are scattered along the road and can be reached on foot. During this unforgettable experience, you’ll witness incredible landscapes, waterfalls and glaciers. No wonder it’s one of the most popular road trips in the world!

There are many perks to   self-drive tours , such as the freedom to travel at your own pace, spontaneous pit stops and good value. There are numerous gas stations and villages throughout the Ring Road route, so solo travel in this area is safe and easy. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before you hit the road.

Not all attractions in South Iceland are easy to access and are instead located inland.   Thórsmörk   and   Landmannalaugar   are the two most difficult areas in South Iceland to reach. While most attractions can be reached by normal car, these sites require an experienced driver and a   4X4   vehicle with big tires. It is highly recommended that drivers purchase full insurance.

Icelandic roads can be difficult to navigate, with narrow passes, curves and hills. Driving the South of Coast Iceland in winter can be hazardous. Extreme weather conditions turn already tricky roads into a safety hazard, so checking the forecast is a must.

Roads in the highlands are challenging even in summer. In some cases, you will drive on unpaved roads and cross unbridged rivers. River crossings are not insured.

Highland roads are only open to the public during summer (mid-September to mid-June). Beyond that, they are only accessible by   Superjeeps. Only drivers with specialized driver's licenses may operate Superjeeps.

If you want to enjoy the scenic attractions of the highlands in the winter join a Thórsmörk or   Landmannalaugar tour .

Where to Stay on Iceland’s South Coast

The South Coast of Iceland offers accommodations for all types of travelers. From luxurious hotels to guesthouses to   campsites, there is no shortage of options. Adventurers exploring the mountains needn’t worry about finding a place to lay their head. Enjoy a traditional hotel or try   traditional mountain huts. Several accommodation options include restaurants with buffets as well as bars. For no-hassle travel, many multi-day and self-drive tours include pre-arranged accommodation.

Here are our top choices for places to stay in South Iceland without compromising on comfort or budget:

ADVENTURE HOTEL GEIRLAND

Adventure Hotel Geirland offers a comfortable and peaceful stay amidst South Iceland's natural beauty. Located in a scenic area, it provides guests with peaceful mountain views and easy access to local attractions. Adventure Hotel Hof offers 45 rooms in double and triple layouts, ensuring a comfortable stay with shared or private bathrooms. Its location near the breathtaking Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and the scenic Skaftafell area of Vatnajökull National Park makes it perfect for exploring the iconic attractions. Guests can enjoy delicious meals made from local ingredients at the hotel's restaurant. The hotel values guest comfort with daily housekeeping, complimentary parking, and luggage storage.

ADVENTURE HOTEL HOF

Adventure Hotel Hof , situated in the Öræfi region, is set against the backdrop of Iceland's glacier-carved landscapes. It has contemporary comforts but with the warmth of Icelandic hospitality. The hotel offers 45 rooms in double and triple options, catering to a restful stay with choices of shared or private bathrooms. It’s conveniently situated near the Ring Road, making it an excellent base for activities such as hiking in Skaftafell or ice cave tours at Vatnajökull National Park. Hotel Hof ensures a pleasant stay with amenities like daily housekeeping, free parking, and luggage storage.

OTHER SOUTH ICELAND HOTELS, GUESTHOUSES, HOSTELS

• Hotel Ranga
• Hali Country Hotel
• Frumskogar Guesthouse
• Hot Springs Hotel
• Minniborgir Cottages and Restaurant
• IceBlue Lodge
• Kerlingarfjöll Highland Resort
• Volcano Huts Þórsmörk

Camping is a cheap, fun accommodation option for the rugged adventurer.   Skaftafell   is arguably the most popular campsite location in South Iceland. Visitors must book in advance. Upon arrival, visitors can find information about the nearby hiking trails at the   Skaftafell Visitors Centre. Campsites include bathrooms, showers, running water (hot and cold), cafeterias, outdoor grills and washing machines. Campgrounds are open all year round.

Þakgil   is another scenic campground in the region. The grounds are located in a valley 20 km from Vík and are surrounded by mountains. Thanks to the mountain cover, the weather in Þakgil is quite mild. The common dining room on the grounds is housed in a cave. Campers can enjoy a unique and cozy dining experience in front of the fireplace.

Hikers will find several routes with varying levels of difficulty all around the campgrounds, including one to   Mýrdalsjökull Glacier.

Which cities and towns are located on the South Coast of Iceland?

Multiple towns and villages are dotted throughout South Iceland.   Selfoss   is the largest town in the region, offering various shops and restaurants. Another popular town is   Hveragerði, popularly known as “flowertown” due to its geothermal cultivation and greenhouses.

Hveragerði is home to the horticultural department of Iceland’s Agricultural University and is open to visitors in the summer. On the seaside, you’ll find   Stokkseyri   and   Eyrarbakki, charming villages with rustic wooden houses.   Vik   is perhaps the most famous seaside town, offering scenic ocean views and black sand beaches.

Are tours along the South Coast of Iceland also available from Reykjavik?

Yes. There are multiple small-group tours that depart from the capital, providing transportation there and back. Check the departure points on your tour to find which excursions leave from Reykjavik.

How long does it take to travel the whole South Coast of Iceland?

The total drive time from Reykjavik to Vik, without stopping, is   2h 30 minutes. Day tours along the South Coast, which take you to popular points of interest, range from about   10-12 hours. Travelers who wish to spend their time at each attraction may opt for a self-drive tour and spend the night in Vik.

What’s the best time to visit the South Coast of Iceland?

Every season has something special to offer. Summer is the high season for tourism in Iceland. Visitors can enjoy activities such as kayaking, hiking and horseback riding. For self-drivers, the roads are safer to navigate in summer.

Winter is just as special. The popular ice caving tours are only offered during this season and are an unmissable activity. As a bonus, travelers spending the night in Vik have the chance to spot the famous   Northern Lights.

Is it dangerous to travel the South Coast of Iceland by yourself?

No. Self-drive tours are a lovely way to explore all the region has to offer at your own pace. The Ring Road is easy to navigate when the weather is nice. Iceland’s South Coast in winter, however, is trickier to maneuver and traveling with a group or   private tour   is recommended.

Where are the best places to eat along the South Coast of Iceland?

You’ll have no problem finding a place to grab a bite on your Iceland South Coast drive. The region offers a range of restaurants, bistros and cafes ranging from classy to casual. Check out our full   food guide   on   Where to Eat on the South Coast   for a list of recommendations.

POPULAR ATTRACTIONS ON THE SOUTH COAST OF ICELAND

Whether you’re looking for stunning waterfalls, magical black sand beaches or majestic glaciers, Iceland’s south coast has it all.

Blue Lagoon

The Most Famous Geothermal Spa in Iceland

Silfra Fissure

Snorkeling and Diving Spot in Between Two Tectonic Plates

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

The Crown Jewel of Iceland

The Diamond Beach

An Ice-Speckled Beach on the South Coast of Iceland

Secret Lagoon

Geothermal Pool & Hot Springs near the Golden Circle

Skogafoss Waterfall

A Must-See Waterfall in South Iceland

Fimmvörðuháls Hiking Trail

Iceland's Trail Between Two Glacier

Hekla Volcano

The Queen of Icelandic Volcanoes

Reykjadalur Valley

The Hot Spring Valley in Iceland

Reynisfjara Beach

The Most Famous Black Sand Beach in Iceland

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Walk Behind a Waterfall in Iceland

Vík í Mýrdal

The Southernmost village in Iceland

Iceland's Ring Road

Travel the Famous Route 1 Highway Around Iceland

Skaftafell Nature Reserve

Iceland's Glacier Paradise

Sólheimajökull Glacier

Home of the Sun in South Iceland

Vatnajökull Glacier & National Park

Europe's Largest Glacier

Eyjafjallajökull

Iceland's Most Famous Volcano

Vestmannaeyjar

An Archipelago in Iceland

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