Itinerary
Day 1: South Coast, Waterfalls and Glacier Hike
Pass By: Hveragerdi, Hveragerdi, South Region
A town famous for the greenhouses and the “Hot River” of Reykjadalur, sitting in a rift valley between the two continental plates of Eurasia and America.
Pass By: Selfoss, Selfoss, South Region
Selfoss is the largest town and the capital of South Iceland
Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Porsmerkurvegur, Hella 861 Iceland
You’ll be able to experience this waterfall right up close as it crashes off the side of the Eyjafjallajokull volcano from a height of 60 meters.
The path leading through the cave behind the fall will deliver one of the most spectacular sights in Iceland
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Gljufrabui Waterfalls, Porsmarkurvegur, Skogar 861 Iceland
A hidden waterfall,which most visitors miss. We’ll tell you where to find it!
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Volcano Eyjafjallajokull, Selfoss Iceland
Remember to ask your guide all about the colossal eruption here back in 2010, which made Iceland famous all around the world!
Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland
Skogafoss is one of the most iconic waterfalls in the world, and even featured in “Game of Thrones”. Because of its south-facing position, it is often covered in rainbows as the 60-meter cascade of water produces a lot of spray! Skogafoss is one of the most popular sights in the country and it’s possible to climb to the top of the falls to see it from there too.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Solheimajokull Glacier, Vik Iceland
Solheimajokull is part of one of the largest glaciers in the country, Myrdalsjokull. Here we will take on an unforgettable glacier hike, with all the necessary safety equipment provided. Enjoy the raw views while you step on the ice under care of our experienced glacier guide.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Dyrholaey, Vik Iceland
The stone sea arches of Dyrholaey can also be seen in the distance from Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland
It is now time to visit the world-famous black sand beach at Reynisfjara, where beautifully-shaped basalt columns hug the cliffs, volcanic sands are pounded by powerful Atlantic waves and the starkly shaped sea stacks of the Reynisdrangar tower just offshore.
Duration: 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight on the South Coast
Day 2: Glacier Lagoon and Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon
Stop At: Vik, Vik, South Region
The second day starts with short stop in Vík Village that offers stunning views over Black Sand Beach and hills surrounding this small settlement
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Eldhraun Lava Field, 9cm3mvg5+qm Prvh+35 Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Island, Kirkjubaejarklaustur Iceland
A barren and desolate wasteland filled with moss-covered lava formations.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fjadrargljufur Canyon, Route 206 3.5KM off The Ring Road, Kirkjubaejarklaustur Iceland
The river canyon at Fjadrargljufur is an astonishing place, a winding green gorge about a hundred meters deep and nearly two kilometres long. Canyon got its attention after being featured in a Justin Bieber music video
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Hofskirkja Church, Hof Road, Hof Iceland
Hofskirkja was the last church of this type to be built in Iceland, dating back to the 19th century. Deep layers of turf make up the roof of the church here, which is also surrounded by moss-covered burial mounds
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park Route 1, Jokulsarlon 781 Iceland
Jokulsarlon truly is an extraordinary place, a bucket-list location featured in several Hollywood movies, but also very peaceful and tranquil too. The scenery is stunning, and always changing too, as wind and tides pull the icebergs in different directions all the time. Here you will take a 45-minute amphibious boat tour among the bergs, getting up close to these icy giants and maybe even seeing a seal or two as well.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Fellsfjara, Diamond Head Drive Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon, Jokulsarlon Iceland
Just a few hundred yards away from the Glacier Lagoon you will see the Diamond Beach, that gets its name from the countless sparkling fragments of multi-colored icebergs found here. They are slowly being sculpted into fantastic shapes by the wind and the waves on this black sand Atlantic beach.
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
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Traveler pickup is offered
Please note that Nicetravel offers free pickup and drop off from hotels within Reykjavik. As buses are not allowed to drive in certain areas of Reykjavik centre, your pick up may be from the nearest bus stop. After receiving your pickup information, we will notify you of your exact pick up location.
If you do not require hotel pickup, you can meet the tour at Nicetravel office in Fiskislóð 45M, 101 Reykjavik. Please notify Nicetravel directly if you intend to use this option and be there before 08:20.
Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00, so please be ready from 8:30 at your pickup location and look out for a bus with red NICE Travel logos.
Ports
09:00 AM
2 days(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
What to bring:
Warm, wind & waterproof clothes
Service animals allowed
Good hiking shoes are necessary for the Glacier Hike. If you do not have appropriate footwear then we offer these for rent.
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Good to know:
This tour typically returns to Reykjavik on Day 2 around 09:30pm
Only small carry on luggage such as backpacks are possible.
Please check with your hotel if they can store your luggage during the tour
if you are staying again at the same hotel after the tour.
Otherwise you can use luggage lockers that are located in the center Reykjavík.
Here is a link to their website where you can find all details. http://www.luggagelockers.is/
Most travelers can participate
We can also offer you to store your luggage for free at NiceTravel office, located in Fiskislóð 45, Space M.
To avoid any delays on departure luggage must be in storage before pick up time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Sharon T
Had an amazing time on this tour. The south coast seljialandsfoss waterfall, the glacier hike and diamond beach were the highlights of the trip. We were lucky and had clear skies at night which meant we caught the northern lights too at Jokusarlon. Siddi the tour guide was also helpful and gave interesting bits of information at each destination. Overall an unforgettable experience!
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Posted On : 2023-10-10
Posted By : Judith_D
Mica was an outstanding guide; very knowledgeable, professional, personable and safety conscious. He skillfully provided an adventure experience that pleased 18 individuals of all age groups from the newly wed to the nearly dead. The sights he showed us were grand with many opportunities to actively immerse oneself in the astounding beauty of nature, leaving lasting impressions and memories of Iceland. Black sand beaches, waterfalls, lava fields, glaciers, lagoons, puffins, iceberg viewing by boat and a glacier hike to an ice cave were just a few of the highlights. This trip was by far one of the best tours I have ever been on ( I live in Alaska) and I highly recommend it to everyone as you really get great value for the money paid. Loved the overnight accommodations in the countryside as well. All I can say is book it without hesitation and enjoy! Oh, and ask for Mica!
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Posted On : 2023-08-26
Posted By : Sightsee641670
I had a great time on this tour. It is well-paced with enough time to see all the sights without feeling rushed.
The highlight was the timing of the visits to Jokulsarlon and Diamond Beach. In the evening before we went to our hotel, we were able to stop at the glacier lagoon. Seeing the icebergs in the quiet twilight was pretty special.
Because our accommodation was so close by we also got to see Diamond Beach early the next day when there were fewer people and the light was great!
Another highlight was our guide, David. He was full of information on geology, history and anything else you could think of. He took care of the practical things AND brought the jokes. It was great to experience Iceland with a guide who was as wowed out by the landscapes as I was.
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Posted On : 2023-08-24
Posted By : fred_m
The driver David was excellent and made sure the experience was a good one. Everything ran smoothly and was well organized.
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Posted On : 2023-08-22
Posted By : O7127EIalexa
Great tour with an incredible guide, Vlad. We stopped in multiple places through the south coast. Some of the best views I've seen in my life. The glacier hike was probably the peak of my trip. Our tour guide, Vlad, was so informative and funny. His dry humor really made the drives all the more enjoyable.
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Posted On : 2023-07-03
Posted By : Lucy_R
I had a wonderful time on this trip. Everything was well planned and our guide, David, was knowledgeable about every location. Definitely do the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon boat tour- it is a highlight.
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Posted On : 2023-06-23
Posted By : 434felixo
A fun tour with a fun guide, Thor of Iceland. Good amount of time at each stop and everything felt very efficient!
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Posted On : 2023-06-22
Posted By : BCTE4
This 2-day South Coast tour was the highlight of our trip to Iceland! So many fantastic sites and activities and the countryside hotel was amazing. Communication with the company was seamless while planning the tour. Our guide Oli was fantastic! Everyone on the tour felt the same way. Oli took great care of our group and made sure that everyone had a fantastic experience. I will definitely book with NiceTravel when I am in Iceland again, and hope to have Oli as a guide next time.
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Posted On : 2023-06-07
Posted By : Vijera-aventurera
This tour was a wonderful experience, from the pick up time to the itinerary. Our guide, Eddie, was fabulous...he was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history, geography, and geology of Iceland. He even stopped to let us view reindeer grazing near the road. The landscapes were awe-inspiring and the experience was once in a lifetime! The glacier hike and ice caves were amazing as well with wonderful guides. I would go again!
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Posted On : 2023-03-20
Posted By : imlukas
Not only the best tour I have ever done, but possibly the best 2 days of my life. I didn’t have many expectations for this tour - I knew it would be fun, but I didn’t know that I would make new friends and feel so at peace in a place so far from home. Christina, our tour guide, quickly became our best friend. She was not only informative about everything Iceland had to offer, but she also went out of her way to ensure the group was comfortable and made an effort to show us the hidden gems of Iceland that were in addition to the pre-prepared itinerary. The group size was perfect, the bus was comfy, the weather was unusually perfect for October. Every location was memorable and magical, even the cute farm hotel in the middle of nowhere that we stayed at. It was a nice little respite after a long day of driving. Christina really went above and beyond to make the trip special - she stopped several times on the side of the road at night when the Northern Lights would appear, she played music that was cleverly befitting of a certain situation/location whether that be a bumpy road or a diamond beach, she handed out chocolates to anyone who answered her little quizzes correct, she was funny and friendly and all in all made the entire trip absolutely magnificent. Iceland is amazing, and I already can’t wait to come back, if not for the glaciers, canyons, lava fields, lagoons and beaches, then for people like Christina.
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Posted On : 2022-10-28
