Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Overview

Travel by luxury minibus through a volcanic landscape along the south coast of Iceland. See the magnificent waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the black-sand beaches of Reynisfjara, and the breathtaking Sólheimajökull glacier on this day trip from Reykjavik. Spot puffins, if you’re lucky, and get a look at Eyjafjallajökull volcano, which erupted in 2010. Round-trip hotel transport is provided.

• Full-day tour of Iceland’s south coast

• Marvel at the Eyjafjallajökull Volcano and Sólheimajökull Glacier

• See the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls

• Hotel pickup and drop-off included from Reykjavik

What's Included

• WiFi on board

• Air-conditioned vehicle

• All Fees and Taxes

• Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík

• Guided Visit to South Shore Highlights

• English Speaking Tour Guide

What To Expect

After hotel pickup in Reykjavík in the morning, board your Mercedes Benz Sprinter—a luxury minibus equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi. Meet your experienced guide who shares information about each location you visit during this full-day itinerary along Iceland’s stunning south coast.

This scenic trip includes a stop at two waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Snap photos of Sólheimajökull glacier and Eyjafjallajökull volcano, and search for puffins along the black-sand beaches of Reynisfjara.

The tour also includes a stop for lunch before drop-off back at your hotel.

1

Seljalandsfoss

Seljalandsfoss is one of Iceland’s most renowned waterfalls, celebrated for its unique pathway that allows visitors to walk behind the cascading water—just be prepared to get a little wet! With a 65-meter drop, the waterfall is part of the Seljalandsá River, which originates from the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. This glacier gained international attention in 2010 when its volcanic eruption disrupted transatlantic flights. On-site amenities include restrooms, a food stall, and a cozy gift shop.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

Skogafoss

Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s most stunning waterfalls, renowned for its majestic 25-meter width and 60-meter drop. A staircase leads to a viewing platform above the falls, offering breathtaking views of the south coast, the Eyjafjallajökull glacier, and the cascading Skógafoss itself. Whether you admire it from below or take the steps to the top, this iconic waterfall is a must-visit destination for nature lovers. On-site amenities include restrooms

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

Solheimajokull Glacier

Sólheimajökull is a glacier tongue, an offshoot off of the main body of Mýrdalsjökull glacier. We walk towards Sólheimajökull, through the valley it has carved out of the mountain scape and along the glacier river it forms at its base. The valley is a chaotic collection of rocks, gravel and sand which the tongue ground down as it passed over the land. The glacier is unlike others as it is striped with layers of ash crushed between seasonal layers of ice, but the glacier is surrounded by multiple active volcanic stations. On-site amenities include restrooms

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

Reynisfjara Beach

Reynisfjara, or the Black Sand Beach, is truly a natural marvel. The site offers beautiful basalt columns, a natural arc viewed from afar, troll-like sea stacks and during the summer season there are thousands of puffins which make the cliffs of the Black Sand Beach their home. We do both sightseeing and the lunch break there. On-site amenities include restrooms and a café/restaurant.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5

Vik

A short photo stop at the photogenic village of Vík. We stop by the town's church where the troll-like basalt stacks and the village provide the perfect background for a selfie. On the way back to the city, hear the stories about all the trolls in the rocks and the elves before you arrive back in Reykjavik at around 6:00 PM.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

• Not wheelchair accessible

• Near public transportation

• Most travelers can participate

• Children must be accompanied by an adult

• At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

• Your Day Tours reserves the right to alter itineraries after the booking has been completed. For safety reasons or due to operational requirements, we may need to adjust routes, departure times, or other aspects of the tour

• Bathrooms are available at most sightseeing stops.

• Please note that food and drinks are not included in the tour, however, there will be an opportunity to purchase lunch either at a store or restaurant

• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers