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

About this activity

Join this tour along Iceland's south coast to discover its stunning glaciers, lava fields, volcanoes, strong rivers and waterfalls. You will also see an amazing black beach scattered with icebergs, next to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon. The stunning Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon is where huge icebergs float in ice cold water and seals swim around them.

The highlights of the tour are a boat tour in Jokulsarlon the glacier lagoon in front of the biggest glacier in Europe which is located in the most amazing National park in Iceland AND a walk on blue ice in Solheimajokull. Our glacier guides are professionals and they will provide you all safety equipment needed for the Glacier Hike (crampons, ice axes, etc) and teach you how to use them in a correct way.

The scenery and views from the Glacier is stunning and you see ice sculptures and the deep crevasses of the glacier in a very clear way.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 19 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Nicetravel ehf

Ages: Children (8–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English-speaking Guide
Included: Free Wi-Fi & USB chargers on the bus
Included: Pick-up and drop-off
Included: Breakfast
Included: Boat tour on the glacier lagoon (if option selected)
Included: Guided blue ice hiking tour (Necessary safety equipment for the glacier hiking is supplied free of charge)
Included: Accommodation for 1 night in a double or a twin room (standard of accommodation is to be selected)

Not included

Not included: Lunch and Dinner - we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch and dinner during the tour

Itinerary

Day 1 · South Coast, Waterfalls and Glacier Hike

Hveragerdi

Passing by

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.
Selfoss

Passing by

Selfoss is the largest town and the capital of South Iceland
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
Gljufrabui Waterfalls

30 min

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

Passing by

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

1 h 30 min Admission included

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.
Dyrholaey

Passing by

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

Day 2 · Glacier Lagoon and Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

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
Eldhraun Lava Field

10 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hotel Muli
Center Hotels Skjaldbreid
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Hotel Hilda
Tower Suites Reykjavik
Alva Hotel - Brautarholt
Arctic Comfort Hotel
Hotel Eyja
Fosshotel Baron
Hotel Reykjavik Grand
Hilton Reykjavik
Hotel Cabin

and 47 more pickup points

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.

Using your ticket

Pickup information:

Tour starting time : 09:00

Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00 - so please be ready from 8:30 at your pick up location.

Included:

Pick-up and drop-off

English-speaking Guide

Accommodation for 1 night in a double or a twin room with shared bathroom

Breakfast

Guided blue ice hiking tour (Necessary safety equipment for the glacier hiking is supplied free of charge)

Boat tour on the glacier lagoon ( if option selected)

Free Wi-Fi on bus

Not included:

Lunch and Dinner - we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch and dinner during the tour

What to bring:

Warm, wind & waterproof clothes

Good hiking shoes are necessary for the Glacier Hike. If you do not have appropriate footwear then we offer these for rent.

Camera

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/

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.

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.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What to bring:
Warm, wind & waterproof clothes
Good hiking shoes are necessary for the Glacier Hike. If you do not have appropriate footwear then we offer these for rent.
Camera
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/
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.

Options

Boat Tour included

Private room with bathroom

Amphibious Boat Tour included

Pickup included
Standard Option

Private room with bathroom

Pickup included