About this experience
Explore the beautiful south coast of Iceland on this unique day tour. Visit the amazing waterfalls in the area, get close to Solheimajokull Glacier, and walk on the magic Black Beach of Reynisfjara.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–13 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–13 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Items you will need to bring include: warm, wind and waterproof clothes, camera, and good hiking shoes (necessary for the Glacier Hike)
- Minimum age is 10 years
What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- 1.5-hour glacier hike (if Glacier Hike option is selected)
- All safety equipment
- Transport for the whole tour in a minibus
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide (guide will be with the group during all stops)
Not included
- Food and drinks
Itinerary and highlights
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 is the largest town in South Iceland
The name of the town comes from caves near the river.
Once you reach the town ,you are getting closer to your adventure.
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.
During summer months you will be able to walk behind the waterfall.
A hidden waterfall,which most visitors miss. We’ll tell you where to find it!
Remember to ask your guide all about the colossal eruption here back in 2010, which made Iceland famous all around the world!
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 is part of one of the largest glaciers in the country, Myrdalsjokull. In the summer months (April to October), you can book an optional extra on this tour to take a glacier hike, with a guide and all the necessary safety equipment provided.
The stone sea arches of Dyrholaey can also be seen in the distance from Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
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.
Meeting and pickup information
- 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.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Nicetravel ehf
Accessibility and practical details
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Items you will need to bring include: warm, wind and waterproof clothes, camera, and good hiking shoes (necessary for the Glacier Hike)
- If you do not have appropriate footwear, a rental pair will be available
- Minimum age is 10 years
- The glacier hike may be cancelled due to weather or safety reasons. In that case, other activities will be substituted when possible. Otherwise, a partial refund will be given
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
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What are the pickup arrangements?
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.
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