Walk behind the thundering veil of water at the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and take in the incredible views from the top of the Skógar waterfall. You’ll also visit the world-famous black sand beach at Reynisfjara and the charming coastal village of Vík.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 10.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
- Audio guide included
- Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean
- Pickup optional
- Please be ready outside or at the reception of your Reykjavik accommodation 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Note that the local partner does not offer pickup at private or Airbnb housing. Because of traffic limitations, for some areas, you will have to make your way to the closest pickup spot. Your hotel receptionist or the local partner's website can help you find out which one that is. If you are staying in private accommodation, please contact the local partner to confirm a pickup location. Pick-up is available from the cruise port. For this, please indicate which cruise port you will be arriving to.
Experience
Starting/pickup location
Depends on the selected option
Bus / coach
(1.5 hours)
Hvolsvöllur
Break time
Transfer
(30 minutes)
Sólheimajökull
(50 minutes)
Reynisfjara Beach
(30 minutes)
Vik
(10 minutes)
Skógafoss
(30 minutes)
Seljalandsfoss
(30 minutes)
Bus / coach
(2 hours)
45 drop-off locations:
Northern Comfort Apartments, Bus stop #11 Austurbær, REK Inn, Reykjavík Airport, 22 Hill Hotel, Hótel Ísland Spa&Wellness, Fosshotel Baron, Student Hostel (Gamli Garður), Bus Stop #13 Rauðarárstígur, Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Bus stop #5 Harpa, BSÍ Parking, Kex Hostel Reykjavik, ODDSSON hotel, Bus stop #1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall, Fosshotel Reykjavík, Hotel Reykjavík Grand, Bus Stop #2 Tjörnin The Pond, Guesthouse Pavi, Bus stop #4 Miðbakki, Bus Stop #9 Snorrabraut, Hótel Múli, Hotel Lotus, Bus Stop #6 - Safnahúsið The Culture House, Laugabjarg Guesthouse, Norðurey Hotel City Garden, B14 Hostel, B18 Apartments, Downtown Reykjavík Apartments, Dalur - HI Hostel & Cafe, Atlantic Apartments & Rooms, 105 - A Townhouse Hotel, Bus Stop #3 Lækjargata, Reykjavík Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels, Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel, Skógarhlíð 10, Bus Stop #14 - Skúlagata, Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels, Skarfabakki Harbour, Hotel Orkin, Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, Hotel Cabin, Brim Hótel, Bus Stop#15 - Vesturbugt, Parking lot
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Take a walk behind the veil of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- Marvel at the basalt columns at the Reynisfjara black sand beach
- Visit the coastal village of Vík
On this full-day tour, you’ll follow the coastline from Reykjavík into the volcanic and glaciated wonderland that is Iceland's south coast. Walk behind the thundering veil of spray at the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and take in the incredible views from the top of the Skógafoss waterfall. Your tour begins with a drive through lava fields, passing by the active Hengill volcano, and then down to rich coastal farmlands. On clear days you’ll be able to see the Hekla volcano, and in the distance the glacier-capped Eyjafjallajökull volcano rises majestically above the coastal mountains.
Just a few kilometers off the coastline and easily visible are the volcanic Westman Islands, an archipelago of around 15 small islands, only one of which is inhabited. Stop at the Sólheimajökull glacier, which is every photographer’s dream. Next on the itinerary is the Reynisfjara black sand beach. See the powerful Atlantic waves crashing on the black sands, the jagged basalt sea stacks and the huge basalt-column cave. Next you’ll head to the coastal village of Vik, the southernmost village in Iceland, located on the island’s main ring road. Despite its small size (291 inhabitants), it is the largest settlement for 70 kilometers. On your way back to Reykjavík, you’ll stop by the powerful Skógafoss waterfall for a short walk up a flight of steps to admire one of Iceland´s most scenic views. The view takes in glaciers, volcanoes and black sandy beaches.
The last stop is at the 60-meter-high Seljalandsfoss waterfall, best known for the hidden pathway behind and around it.
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Admission to the sites visited
- Free WiFi, and USB charger at each seat
- In-bus audio guide with a choice of languages
- Lunch
- Pick-up from your accommodation (unless you have chosen tour option with hotel pick-up)
- Headphones for audio guide
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
This tour option does not include hotel pickup. Your tour starts from Reykjavík Terminal, centrally located at Skógarhlíð 10, 105 Reykjavík. please be at the terminal 15 minutes before your departure time.
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- Warm clothing
- Headphones
- Hiking shoes
Know before you go
- Teenagers 12-15 years receive a 50 percent discount, and children 0-11 years join for free
- The tour is available all year round (depending on weather)
- There is no minimum number of participants
- No age limit applies
- Dress according to the weather. In Iceland it is always wise to dress in warm, waterproof clothes. Weather changes can be sudden so expect the unexpected. Bring a waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good outdoor shoes are recommended
- In-bus audio guide: It is a good idea to bring your own headphones, simply because they will fit you best. It is also great for the environment. If you don’t have your headphones or forgot to bring them, you can purchase earphones on board
- Duration of the tour: 10-11 hours, including a minimum 30-minute stop at the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Skógafoss waterfall, Sólheimajökull glacier and Reynisfjara black sand beach
- Total distance covered during the tour: 350 kilometers