ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Tailor Made South Coast Tour: Private and Customizable
Languagesde · Guide, pt · Guide, en · Guide
RegionSouth Iceland
From Reykjavík1–4 hr, depending on stop
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Seljalandsfoss waterfall · Vestmannaeyjar forecast
6°
Clear sky
Today · Wind 4 m/s
Today
9° 6°
Overcast
Tomorrow
9° 7°
Rain
Fri
8° 6°
Light rain
Sat
8° 5°
Partly cloudy
Sun
9° 7°
Rain
Mon
10° 8°
Rain
Tue
9° 8°
Light rain
Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road signals for South Iceland
Official road alerts from Vegagerðin that IceWay can confidently match to this travel region.
For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
About this experience
South Coast on a full-day tour featuring stunning waterfalls, black sand beaches, glaciers, and charming villages. From Reykjavik along the Viking Trail, stopping at Seljalandsfoss, where, weather permitting, you can walk behind the waterfall. Nearby is the hidden Gljúfrabúi, a hidden waterfall. Next is the powerful Skógafoss, a 60-meter waterfall often crowned by rainbows. Then we visit Vík í Mýrdal, a coastal village without a harbor, offering beautiful views from its hilltop church. At Reynisfjara black sand beach, admire basalt columns, roaring waves, and Reynisdrangar sea stacks.Our final stop is Sólheimajökull glacier, where you can get up close to the ice before returning to Reykjavik.
Optional extras (ask for a quote):
- Snowmobiling on Mýrdalsjökull glacier over Katla volcano
- ATV tour of volcanic terrain with glacier and coastal views
- Guided glacier hikes exploring ice caves and crevasses
- Year-round tours of Katla Ice Cave by Super Jeep or hike
What's included
Included
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓WiFi on board
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
- Tour stop
Seljalandsfoss is one of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls, known for its unique feature, you can walk behind it! The water drops 60 meters from a cliff, creating a magical view from all angles. It’s easy to access and perfect for photos.
- Tour stop
Gljúfrabúi is a hidden waterfall just a short walk from Seljalandsfoss. It’s partly tucked behind a cliff, inside a small cave. To see it up close, you can walk through a narrow opening in the rock—be ready to get a little wet! Please note, access can be weather dependent, especially in winter when the path may be slippery or icy.
- Tour stop
Skógafoss is one of Iceland’s largest and most powerful waterfalls, dropping 60 meters with a stunning roar. You can walk right up to the base or climb the stairs to the top for a breathtaking view. On sunny days, you might even see a rainbow in the mist. The area is usually accessible year-round, but weather conditions can affect the path, especially during winter.
- Tour stop
We will visit the church, where you can take beautiful pictures. Lunch break (please note that the lunch break may take place at a different location).
- Tour stop
The most famous black sand beach in Iceland, with basalt columns and powerful waves.
- Tour stop
We stop at Sólheimajökull to admire the glacier up close, without hiking on it. If you’d like to go on a glacier hike, let us know, and we can arrange it for you.
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.
This activity may be cancelled if the minimum number of travellers is not met.