Private South Coast Adventure and Viking Story Night

About this experience

A private afternoon on Iceland's South Coast and an evening at a Viking Story Night, just for your group. Your driver-guide picks you up at your Reykjavik accommodation or cruise terminal around noon with a VAREN name tablet and helps with your bags.

Walk behind Seljalandsfoss, step into the hidden canyon of Gljúfrabúi and feel the spray at Skógafoss. Follow an easy path to the edge of Sólheimajökull glacier, then see the basalt columns of Reynisfjara and the cliffs of Dyrhólaey.

In the evening you arrive at Efri-Úlfsstaðir, a family horse farm on the land of Njál's Saga. Meet the Icelandic horses, then sit in a candlelit barn while a local storyteller brings the sagas to life. You taste fermented shark, dried fish, smoked lamb, Brennivín and Icelandic malt. It is a tasting, not a full dinner.

Water on request. Choose a private sedan for 1-3 travellers or a private van for up to 8. One price per vehicle.

Itinerary

1. Tour stop

   Your journey begins in Reykjavík, the vibrant capital of Iceland and the northernmost capital city in the world. After pickup, we leave the city behind and head along the scenic South Coast, one of the most spectacular regions in the country. The day will take you through waterfalls, glaciers, black sand beaches, and dramatic ocean cliffs before ending with a unique Viking storytelling experience in the evening.

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2. Tour stop

   One of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls, where a pathway allows visitors to walk behind the curtain of falling water. The view from behind the waterfall creates a unique perspective of the surrounding landscape.

3. Tour stop

   A hidden waterfall located inside a narrow canyon just a short walk from Seljalandsfoss. Partially concealed by cliffs, the waterfall feels like a secret place discovered by stepping through a small opening in the rock.

4. Tour stop

   A powerful and dramatic waterfall dropping 60 meters from ancient sea cliffs. On sunny days, the mist often creates bright rainbows. Visitors can walk right up to the base of the waterfall or climb the staircase for panoramic views over the surrounding landscape.

5. Tour stop

   A striking outlet glacier flowing down from the larger Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. From the viewpoint you can observe the dramatic contrast between white ice, dark volcanic ash layers, and the rugged glacial terrain shaped by ice and volcanic forces.

6. Tour stop

   Reynisfjara is one of the most famous black sand beaches in Iceland, known for its dramatic basalt columns, powerful Atlantic waves, and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks rising from the ocean. However, the area has recently been heavily affected by severe storms and powerful wave activity, which has made access to the beach itself increasingly dangerous. Because of the unpredictable and extremely strong “sneaker waves,” it is not always safe to approach the shoreline. For safety reasons, we do not bring guests directly onto the beach when conditions are risky. Instead, we will stop at a safe viewpoint in the area to admire the dramatic coastline and see the Reynisdrangar sea stacks from a distance while keeping a comfortable and safe distance from the ocean.

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7. Tour stop

   A high cliff viewpoint offering spectacular views over the South Coast. From here you can see the famous stone arch rising from the sea as well as the long stretch of black sand beaches extending toward Vík.

8. Tour stop

   The day concludes with a unique cultural experience inspired by Iceland’s Viking heritage. Guests enjoy a traditional-style dinner while listening to dramatic storytelling about Viking life, Icelandic sagas, and the legends that shaped the island’s history.

9. Tour stop

   After the Viking storytelling evening, we begin the relaxed journey back to Reykjavík. The return drive passes through the quiet countryside of South Iceland, offering a peaceful end to a day filled with dramatic landscapes, history, and unforgettable experiences.

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Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will receive a booking confirmation right after you book.
• Please count everyone in your group, including children and infants, as everyone needs their own seat.
• Arriving by cruise ship? We pick you up at your cruise terminal and plan the day around your ship's schedule. This tour ends late in the evening, so it works best when your ship stays in port overnight.
• The tour starts around noon. The Viking Story Night begins at 8 pm and lasts about 1.5 hours, so you are back in Reykjavik late in the evening.
• The Viking Story Night ticket is required and paid per person on top of the tour price. We reserve your seats.
• The Story Night includes a tasting of traditional Icelandic food and drink, not a full dinner. Please tell us about any dietary requirements or allergies.
• The tour involves easy walks on uneven paths that can be wet, muddy or icy, so it is not suitable for guests with serious mobility limitations.
• At Sólheimajökull we walk to the edge of the glacier and do not go onto the ice, so no glacier guide or special equipment is needed.
• At Reynisfjara, sneaker waves can run far up the beach without warning. Please stay well back from the water and follow your guide's advice.
• Please bring warm, waterproof clothes and waterproof shoes with good grip.
• Children of all ages are welcome. Parents or guardians look after their children during the tour.
• Questions or changes: +354 781 7244, contact@varen.is