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Iceland South Coast Day Trip from Reykjavik

The Land of Fire and Ice
From US$2,887 privately
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Tour Details
Duration
Full-Day
Product Type
Tour
Venues
  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • Skogafoss Waterfall
  • Vik
  • Reynisfara Black Sand Beach
  • Solheimajokull Glacier
Photos & Highlights
  • Experience the waterfalls, lava flows and glaciers of Iceland's south coast
  • Full-Day private luxury tour with a local expert
Tour Description
Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pick-up, after which you'll be whisked away to Seljalandsfoss waterfall. This mesmerizing natural wonder begs visitors to come in close and stroll behind its cascading veil of mist. You will then continue to the Skógafoss waterfall, where the roar of thunderous water will ring in your ears for days after your visit.

As you head eastward, the charming town of Vík beckons visitors with a visit to the Icelandic Lava Show. Here, you'll experience the meeting of fire and ice firsthand as re-melted lava flows just meters away. You will delve into the history of the 1918 Katla Eruption and the resilient tales of the local inhabitants who survived the event. 

On the return trip to Reykjavík, you will pause for a bit at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, known for its dramatic basalt columns and the crashing symphony of waves. Your final stop of the day is the ever-changing Sólheimajökull glacier, where an easy stroll down the glacier valley offers breathtaking vistas of the glacier's icy expanse. You'll return to Reykjavík just in time for a late dinner, during which you will have a moment of pause reflect upon the impressive and contrasting landscapes of the day. 

Experts
Einar Einar
Local Guide
Ingimundur Ingimundur
Local Guide
Maksim Maksim
Local Guide
Robert Robert
Local Guide
Arna Arna
Local Guide
Fannar Fannar
Local Guide
Marcin Marcin
Local Guide
Teitur Teitur
Local Guide
Atli Atli
Local Guide
Prokop Prokop
Local Guide
  • You are hoping to snap some picture-perfect images for your photo album. 
  • You enjoy chasing waterfalls, despite musical advice to the contrary. 

  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • Skógafoss Waterfall
  • Vík
  • Icelandic Lava Show
  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
  • Sólheimajökull glacier
Car Service
  • A car will be at your disposal for the entire duration of the tour. You will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel. 

Tickets

  • Tickets to the Icelandic Lava Show are included in the tour price. 
Resources

Wheelchair accessibility
  • It is possible to bring a fold-up wheelchair on this tour and we can cater the stops and sites accordingly. If you require a heavier wheelchair or more extensive assistance, please contact us and we will advise. 

Service Dogs
  • Service dogs must quarantine for 2 weeks upon arrival in Iceland, please reach out to us if you are staying for a long period of time and would like to bring your service dog on this tour. 
For more information about Context tours, please visit our FAQs.

Can I bring my child on this tour?
Yes, this tour is appropriate for travelers of all ages.

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Lunch is not included in the price of this tour, however, we have several different options to propose for a lunch stop which can be chosen according to your restrictions. If you have severe allergies, please let us know in advance. 

Does this tour include hotel pickup?
Yes, when possible we will pick you up just outside of your hotel.  Please note: certain streets in Reykjavik are restricted for vehicle access, and in certain cases, particular vehicle sizes are also restricted. In the event that it is not possible to meet you in front of your accommodation, we will reach out to you with a nearby meeting point.  

Book with confidence — see Context's flexible cancellation policy here.

Where You'll Start
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I highly recommend Atli as a guide. He is friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable about Icelandic history, customs and geography. We his van, we were able to negotiate thru busy places and maximize our visit to every location. He is passionate about providing outstanding tours. He loves to be with people and tell everyone about Iceland.