2-Day South Coast w/Glacier Hike & Jokulsarlon - Small Group Tour

Ziua 1 · South Coast, Waterfalls and Glacier Hike

1. 1

   Hveragerdi

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   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.

2. 2

   Selfoss

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   Selfoss is the largest town and the capital of South Iceland

3. 3

   Seljalandsfoss waterfall

   30 min

   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

4. 4

   Gljufrabui Waterfalls

   30 min

   A hidden waterfall,which most visitors miss. We’ll tell you where to find it!

5. 5

   Volcano Eyjafjallajokull

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   Remember to ask your guide all about the colossal eruption here back in 2010, which made Iceland famous all around the world!

6. 6

   Skogafoss

   30 min

   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.

7. 7

   Solheimajokull Glacier

   1 h 30 min Intrarea inclusă

   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.

8. 8

   Dyrholaey

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   The stone sea arches of Dyrholaey can also be seen in the distance from Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

9. 9

   Reynisfjara Beach

   30 min

   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.

Overnight on the South Coast

Ziua 2 · Glacier Lagoon and Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

1. 1

   Vik

   20 min

   The second day starts with short stop in Vík Village that offers stunning views over Black Sand Beach and hills surrounding this small settlement

2. 2

   Eldhraun Lava Field

   10 min

   A barren and desolate wasteland filled with moss-covered lava formations.

3. 3

   Fjadrargljufur Canyon

   45 min

   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

4. 4

   Hofskirkja Church

   15 min

   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

5. 5

   Glacier Lagoon

   1 h 30 min

   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.

6. 6

   Fellsfjara

   20 min

   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.