2 Day Winter Tour to Iceland's South Coast and Diamond Beach

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About this activity

Discover Iceland’s South Coast on an unforgettable two-day adventure.

Day one takes you to Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi and Skógafoss waterfalls, the DC-3 plane wreck and Reynisfjara black sand beach. Stay overnight between Vík and Höfn, where your guide will share the northern lights forecast.

The highlight of day two is an extraordinary crystal-blue ice cave. Step inside a world sculpted by nature, where glowing blue ice and intricate formations reveal the beauty of this ever-changing natural phenomenon.

Continue to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Time and weather permitting, visit Eldhraun lava fields, the Bridge of the Volcanoes and Vík before returning to Reykjavík.

Stops may vary with weather and available time. Minimum age: eight years. Bring warm clothing, comfortable shoes and snacks, as dinner may be late.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: David The Guide

Ages: Adults (8–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: The Shuttle to the DC-3 Plane Wreck
Included: Ice Cave Entry with Safety Gear
Included: Breakfast
Included: 3 Star Hotel for 1 Night
Included: Guide

Not included

Not included: Food and Drink
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Warm Clothing- Hat, Gloves, Jacket, Pants, Hiking Boots.

Itinerary

Day 1 · Day 1: South Coast

Seljalandsfoss waterfall

one hour

We will stop and visit this stunning waterfall- you can walk behind if you wish, or just take in the views.
Skogafoss

one hour

We visit another waterfall that is equally impressive. Lots of rainbows are formed here. You can also hike to the top (527 steps) for a different viewpoint.
Gljufrabui Waterfalls

one hour

We will visit this hidden waterfall inside a mini cave. Be prepared to get wet!
Reynisfjara Beach

2 hours

We visited the famous Black Sand Beach. Beautiful basalt cliffs. Be careful to not get close to the water- it can trap you with its strength and hidden drops in the sand.
Crashed DC 3 Plane

one hour Admission included

Join a shuttle to the famous DC-3 Plane Wreck

Overnight in 3 Star Hotel.

Day 2 · Day 2: Glacier Lagoon and Ice Cave

Jokulsarlon

4 hours

Visit the famous Glacier Lagoon where we can get some great photo-ops with the glaciers in the background. We also take a special modified vehicle into the national park, where we visit an Ice Cave. (The location and appearance the the ice cave may vary, as these are naturally occurring).
Diamond Beach

30 min

The other half of Jokulsarlon is Diamond Beach and is full of glacier ice chunks, which resemble diamonds.
Eldhraun Lava Field

30 min

See a volcanic lava field
Skaftafell National Park

30 min

We visit the Bridge of the Volcanoes

Breakfast at hotel included on Day 2

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

We start pickup at the start time. Please allow 30-45min for pickup.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.