Glaciers in Iceland

Explore the ever-changing ice formations of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, on a guided walk. This tour gives you a close look at a landscape shaped by ice, where conditions shift from season to season. Depending on the time of year, you may walk into crevasses,or see ice features from above as the surface changes in summer. Your guide may also point out interesting details like glacier-shaped formations or patches of “glacier mice,” small moss balls found on the ice.

Your adventure begins at our Troll base, offering free parking and only a short drive from the glacier. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure to meet your certified English-speaking glacier guide. All essential safety equipment, helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axe, is provided.

After gearing up, we take a 15-minute ride to the glacier car park, followed by a 15-minute walk to the edge of the ice. Along the way, your guide will show how the glacier has retreated over time, pointing out exposed bedrock and the nearby meltwater lagoon. Once on the ice, your guide will teach you how to walk safely using your equipment.

You’ll spend 1 to 1.5 hours exploring Falljökull. What you see varies with the season, but every tour offers a chance to experience the glacier’s scale and the unique formations created by its movement. Throughout the hike, your guide will share insights into how the glacier forms, shifts, and affects the surrounding environment.

After returning to the meeting point, enjoy a complimentary hot drink and a candy bar

Embark on a longer and more in-depth glacier hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. This extended tour takes you higher onto the ice, where you can explore more remote terrain and enjoy wide panoramic views over Skaftafell National Park.

Why choose this 5-hour tour? This experience is perfect for guests who want to spend more time on the glacier, see a wider variety of features, and explore areas that shorter tours don’t reach.

Your adventure begins at our Troll base, located just minutes from the glacier with free parking available. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure to meet your certified English-speaking glacier guide. All essential safety equipment, helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axe, is provided.

Once the group is ready, we take a 15-minute ride to the glacier car park, followed by a 15-minute walk to the glacier’s edge. During this walk and the safety briefing, your guide will explain how to use the equipment and what to expect on the ice.

From there, you will spend 3.5 to 4 hours exploring Falljökull. Depending on the season, you may walk through deep crevasses, look into moulins, see sculpted ice formations, or view features from above when the surface is smoother in summer. As you climb higher, wide views over Skaftafell open up, showcasing the dramatic landscapes shaped by the glacier. Your guide will also share insights into how Falljökull forms, moves, and changes over time. After returning to the meeting point, enjoy a complimentary hot drink and a candy bar.

Take on our most adventurous glacier tour,  a full-day journey that takes you deeper onto the ice than any of our other hikes. This experience gives you access to remote terrain and the dramatic landscapes surrounding Europe’s largest glacier.

Why choose this 6-hour tour? This is the ideal option for guests wanting a longer and more technical glacier experience. With rope-assisted sections set up by your guide, you’ll reach areas of the glacier that are otherwise inaccessible on standard tours.

Your adventure begins at our Troll base in Hof, just minutes from the glacier and offering free parking. Please arrive 20 minutes early to meet your certified English-speaking glacier guide and gear up with a helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axe.

Once the group is ready, we take a 15-minute ride to the glacier car park, followed by a 15-minute walk to the edge of the ice. During this walk and the safety briefing, your guide will show you how to use your equipment and move safely on the glacier.

From there, you’ll spend 4.5 to 5 hours on the ice, exploring the glacier’s upper areas and wilder terrain. Depending on conditions, you may travel through deep crevasses, pass moulins, see cool formations, and in winter, look into small ice tunnels. Where needed, your guide will set up secure anchors and ropes to help the group access steeper or more technical sections safely.

Throughout the tour, your guide will explain how the glacier forms, moves, and constantly changes. After returning to the meeting point, enjoy a complimentary hot drink and a candy bar

This tour offers a thrilling combination of glacier hiking and ice climbing on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include using specialized gear (crampons, harness, and twin ice axes) to climb a secure ice wall or crevasse face, spending approximately 3 hours on the ice, and exploring dramatic ice features like moulins and crevasses in the stunning mountain landscape of the Skaftafell area. No previous climbing experience is required, as expert guides teach you the necessary techniques.

Join this adventure tour for anyone seeking an added thrill on a glacier, suitable for travelers in good physical health. The tour targets Falljökull, a magnificent outlet glacier located in the beautiful Skaftafell area of Southeast Iceland.

You will meet your guide at the dedicated Troll base minutes from the glacier with free parking available, where you must arrive 20 minutes prior to departure to meet your certified English-speaking guide and get equipped. All essential gear is provided, including a helmet, harness, crampons (for walking on ice), and an ice axe.

After a short 15-minute ride and a 15-minute walk, you will arrive at the ice edge. Your guide will provide a crucial safety briefing and demonstration of how to walk on the ice. The adventure includes approximately 3 hours actively spent on the glacier. Your guide will select the safest and best feature available on the day—often a vertical ice wall or a crevasse edge—and set up a secure climbing anchor. You will then have the chance to climb the ice wall using the provided ice axes, supported by a rope and your guide. Additionally, the tour includes hiking to explore other dramatic features like deep crevasses, vertical moulins (ice tunnels), and unique sculpted ice formations, immersing you fully in this dramatic, film-featured landscape.

 Join an unforgettable adventure on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, located in the beautiful Skaftafell area. The highlight of this tour is the chance to step inside a naturally formed blue ice cave, an experience very few people ever get to have.

Your journey takes place on Falljökull, an accessible and stunning outlet glacier in Vatnajökull National Park. The tour starts at our Troll base in Hof, just minutes from the glacier and offers free parking. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure to check in and meet your certified English-speaking glacier guide. After a short introduction, your guide will help you gear up with all the essential safety equipment: helmet, crampons, harness, and ice axe.

Once everyone is ready, we take a 15-minute ride to the glacier car park. From there, it’s an easy 15-minute walk toward the glacier, where your guide will point out signs of the glacier’s retreat, like exposed bedrock and the nearby meltwater lagoon. When you reach the ice, your guide will show you how to move safely with your equipment.

You’ll spend around 2 hours exploring Falljökull, where you’ll get the rare chance to walk through deep crevasses and discover unique ice formations that change from season to season. You’ll also get to enter a naturally formed blue ice cave, the main highlight and a must-see for anyone visiting the glacier. Throughout the tour, your guide will explain how the glacier forms, moves, and changes from year to year.

Back at the meeting point, you can warm up with a complimentary hot drink and a candy bar.

This tour offers a chance to explore Falljökull, a dramatically carved outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe's largest glacier. Highlights include a guided 3-hour hike on the ice, witnessing spectacular features like deep crevasses, vertical moulins (ice tunnels), and massive ice falls. Guests will see evidence of the glacier's recession and deformation of the bedrock, along with a glimpse of ancient blue ice. All necessary safety gear, including crampons and ice axe, is provided by a qualified glacier guide.

Join this guided glacier hike to explore the magnificent Falljökull (the "Falling Glacier"), an impressive outlet of the vast Vatnajökull ice cap in Southeast Iceland. You will meet your guide at the base in Höf (near Skaftafell) 20 minutes before departure.

After receiving all necessary equipment—crampons, helmet, and ice axe—you will take a shared 15-minute shuttle bus ride, followed by a 20-minute walk to reach the ice. This initial walk highlights the rapid retreat of the glacier, showing the newly exposed land and the surrounding moss line where the ice once stood.

Once on the ice, your guide will provide a safety briefing and teach you how to walk correctly with crampons. The hike is rated as not technically hard, but can be steep and rocky, requiring some physical strength. Over the 3-hour hike, you will navigate the dramatically carved ice landscape, viewing features such as deep crevasses (cracks caused by ice movement), smooth moulins (vertical shafts), and areas containing glacier mice (unique moss balls). The high elevation often provides beautiful, windy views over the surrounding mountains. Your guide will also explain the immense scale of Vatnajökull, which covers 9% of Iceland, and the serious impact of global warming on the world's glaciers.

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This private, extended 5-hour tour offers an in-depth hike on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include spending 3.5 to 4 hours on the ice to explore deeper into the glacier, witnessing a wider variety of features like deep crevasses and moulins (vertical shafts), and gaining wide panoramic views over Skaftafell National Park. This tour is perfect for guests seeking more time and immersion on the ice, with all essential safety gear (crampons, harness, ice axe) provided by your certified guide.

Join this private, extended glacier hike designed for travelers who desire more time and personalized attention on the ice. The tour explores Falljökull, a dramatic outlet glacier located within the scenic Skaftafell National Park area of Southeast Iceland.

You will meet your guide at the dedicated Troll base minutes from the glacier located with free parking available, where you receive your safety equipment. The adventure begins with a brief 15-minute ride, followed by a 15-minute walk to the edge of the ice, where your guide will give a safety briefing and instruction on using the crampons and ice axe.

You will spend 3.5 to 4 hours actively hiking across the rugged glacial terrain. This extended duration allows you to climb higher than on shorter tours, accessing more remote areas and enjoying sweeping views of the entire Skaftafell region, dramatically shaped by the ice. Your guide will interpret the geological features, pointing out crevasses and moulins, and explaining how the glacier continuously forms, moves, and changes based on the season. This private experience ensures a flexible pace, dedicated focus from your certified guide, and a memorable, detailed look at the immense power of Europe’s largest glacier. A complimentary hot drink and candy bar are provided upon return.

This private, comprehensive tour offers an intensive 3-hour experience on Falljökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Highlights include a dedicated ice climbing session, where you use twin ice axes to scale an ice wall or crevasse face after a guide sets up a safety rope. You will also hike to explore major glacial features like deep crevasses and vertical moulins (ice tunnels). The tour provides all required technical gear (climbing boots, crampons, axes, harness) and offers views of the highest, ice-covered peaks in Iceland.

Join this private, medium-difficulty adventure designed for enthusiasts seeking a focused and specialized exploration of the magnificent Vatnajökull Glacier near the Skaftafell area. The tour is suitable for anyone in good physical condition and requires only endurance and patience, as no previous climbing experience is necessary.

You will meet your highly qualified glacier guide 20 minutes before departure in Hof. The guide will fit you with all necessary safety and climbing equipment, including stiff hiking boots, crampons, harness, and ice axes. A short 10-minute bus ride followed by a 15-minute walk brings you to the edge of the ice, offering views of bedrock deformation caused by the glacier's recession.

You will spend approximately 3 hours actively on the glacier. Your private guide will scout out the best ice feature of the day (crevasse or moulin) and set up a secure safety rope using an ice screw. The main activity involves using two ice axes to climb the ice wall or rappel into a crevasse and climb out, providing a unique physical challenge. The tour also includes time for hiking to explore fascinating ice formations, such as deep crevasses and vertical moulins (ice shafts). In winter, you may be able to peek into small ice tunnels, capturing the blue light within the glacier. This private format ensures personalized instruction, avoids crowds, and maximizes your safety and experience on the glacier.

This 3-hour tour focuses on an easy, guided hike onto the Sólheimajökull glacier, an outlet of the mighty Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. Highlights include traversing scenic crevasses and viewing vast ice formations, volcanic remains, and glacial tunnels (moulins). Participants receive comprehensive safety gear (crampons, ice axe) and guidance from a certified expert, allowing for an intimate, safe, and visually rewarding experience on one of Iceland's most panoramic glaciers.

Join this easy-to-moderate, 3-hour guided hike on Sólheimajökull glacier, an accessible destination located on the South Coast (approx. 2.5 hours driving time from Reykjavík). This tour is ideal for travelers who want a hands-on glacier experience without high difficulty, with a minimum age of 8 years.

You will meet your certified English-speaking guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot. All essential safety equipment is provided and mandatory, including a harness, helmet, crampons, and ice axe. Guests must wear good, ankle-supporting shoes (available for rent).

The hike begins with a walk toward the glacier's edge, passing a small glacier lagoon where icebergs often float. Once on the ice, your guide will secure your crampons, making walking safe and stable. You will then hike onto the ice cap, where you will encounter stunning natural features like deep cracks (crevasses) and dramatic ice sculptures. From the glacier's higher points, you can enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the South Coast and the North Atlantic Ocean. Your guide will provide insights into the glacier’s geology, its formation over the active Katla volcano underneath, and the visible effects of climate change. The duration provides ample time for exploration and photos before concluding back at the meeting point with complimentary coffee and chocolates.

This tour is a medium-difficulty adventure combining a guided hike with the specialized activity of ice climbing on the Sólheimajökull glacier. Highlights include climbing a crevasse ice wall using safety ropes and twin ice axes, witnessing the dramatic crevasses and volcanic ash remnants on the ice, and exploring glacial features like moulins (ice tunnels). All technical gear, including stiff climbing boots, harness, crampons, and ice axes, is provided by certified guides.

Join this medium-difficulty adventure designed for enthusiasts looking for a full exploration of one of Iceland's most active glaciers, Sólheimajökull. Located a few hours drive from Reykjavík, this tour is suitable for anyone in good physical condition, with no prior ice climbing experience required.

The tour begins at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where you will meet your guide and be equipped with all necessary safety gear, including specialized stiff climbing boots, a harness, helmet, crampons (for walking on ice), and ice axes.

The adventure starts with a hike onto the ice, passing a glacier lagoon where icebergs are often visible. You will navigate large crevasses and reach high points offering phenomenal panoramic views of the South Coast. The focus then shifts to the main activity: ice climbing. Ropes are set up on an ice wall within a crevasse, allowing you to use two ice axes to scale the vertical ice safely while secured by your harness. Afterward, the hike continues to explore features like glacial tunnels (moulins) and areas covered with volcanic ash from the Katla volcano (which lies safely dormant beneath the ice). This unforgettable experience provides a close look at the immense, dynamic forces that shape Iceland's glaciers.

This tour provides a comprehensive exploration of the Sólheimajökull glacier, an accessible outlet of the Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. Highlights include viewing millennia-old blue ice, safely gazing into glacier moulins (vertical ice shafts), and witnessing the contrast of ice against volcanic ash from the underlying Katla volcano. All necessary equipment, including crampons and safety gear, is provided by certified guides, ensuring a safe and informative encounter with this massive natural phenomenon.

This tour is designed for anyone seeking a deep understanding and direct experience with one of Iceland’s magnificent glaciers. You will meet your certified guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot on the South Coast (approximately 2.5 hours drive from Reykjavík). The tour is categorized as easy and focuses on observation and education, making it suitable for beginners.

The adventure begins with a 30-minute walk to the edge of the ice, noting the distance the glacier has receded. Once there, you will be fitted with all required safety equipment, including crampons for walking stability and a harness. On the glacier, your guide will lead you through the otherworldly landscape, sharing insights into its formation. You will see blue ice, which gains its color from compressed snow, and be able to look down into moulins, which are vertical ice shafts that can reach the base of the glacier. The glacier sits on top of the mighty Katla volcano, and your guide will point out the visible volcanic ash layers. On clear days, views may extend to the famous Eyjafjallajökull volcano. This experience provides an immersive and safe encounter with the immense, receding forces of Iceland’s glaciers.

This private tour combines a guided hike with the specialized activity of ice climbing on the Sólheimajökull glacier. Highlights include climbing a crevasse ice wall using safety ropes and twin ice axes, witnessing the dramatic crevasses and volcanic ash remnants on the ice, and exploring glacial features like moulins (ice tunnels). All technical gear, including stiff climbing boots, harness, crampons, and ice axes, is provided by certified guides.

This is a private, medium-difficulty adventure designed for enthusiasts seeking a focused and immersive exploration of Sólheimajökull glacier, an accessible outlet of Mýrdalsjökull, located a few hours drive from Reykjavík. The tour is suitable for anyone in good physical condition, and no prior ice climbing experience is required.

The tour begins at the Sólheimajökull parking lot, where you will meet your guide and be equipped with all necessary safety and climbing gear: specialized stiff climbing boots, harness, helmet, crampons (for walking), and ice axes.

The adventure starts with a hike onto the ice, passing a small glacier lagoon where icebergs are often visible. After navigating the initial crevasses (large cracks in the ice), the focus shifts to the main activity: ice climbing. Ropes are set up on a chosen ice wall, allowing you to safely use two ice axes to scale the vertical ice while secured by your harness. The remaining hike explores features like glacial tunnels (moulins) and areas covered with volcanic ash from the Katla volcano (which lies safely dormant beneath the ice). This experience provides a close look at the immense, dynamic forces that shape Iceland's glaciers.

Join a thrilling 3-hour guided glacier hike on Breiðamerkurjökull, part of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier. Ride a powerful Super Jeep across rugged terrain, walk on ancient blue ice, and explore fascinating glacial features such as moulins, crevasses, and deep ice canyons. Perfect for adventure seekers of all levels, this tour combines excitement, education, and unforgettable scenery.

Your adventure begins at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland’s most iconic natural landmarks. From here, you’ll board a specially designed 4x4 Super Jeep for an exciting ride across the rugged landscape leading to Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull National Park. Along the way, your experienced guide will share insights about the area’s unique geology and glacial history, making the journey as fascinating as the destination.

Upon arrival, your guide will provide all the necessary glacier gear, including crampons, helmets, ice axes, and harnesses. After a detailed safety briefing, you’ll step onto the glacier and feel the crunch of centuries-old ice beneath your feet. As you hike, your guide will point out incredible natural features like moulins (vertical ice shafts), dramatic crevasses, and ice canyons carved by meltwater. Each step offers a closer look at the raw and ever-changing power of Iceland’s glaciers.

This tour is an ideal summer adventure since the famous winter ice caves are closed during this season. Instead, you’ll explore stunning open glacial landscapes and hidden formations. The hike is moderately challenging but suitable for beginners with a reasonable level of fitness. Remember to wear warm, layered clothing and sturdy hiking boots. With morning and afternoon departures available, this compact yet immersive tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the beauty and majesty of Iceland’s frozen wilderness.

Discover the stunning contrasts of Iceland’s icy wilderness with this unforgettable full-day combo tour in Vatnajökull National Park. Your day begins with a peaceful yet exhilarating kayaking tour on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where you'll paddle through a magical world of floating icebergs under towering glacier cliffs. After a short break, you'll shift gears for an adventurous glacier hike on Breiðamerkurjökull, where deep crevasses, blue ice formations, and surreal terrain await.

This combo is ideal for active nature lovers looking to maximize their day by combining two of Iceland’s most iconic experiences into one seamless, guided adventure—on water and on ice. Both tours are led by certified glacier and kayaking guides and include all necessary safety equipment. Participants should be in good physical condition and ready for an immersive experience in one of the most remote and beautiful regions of the country

This combo tour includes two separate departures

09:30 AM begins with Kayak before going on a Glacier hike

10:00 AM begins with Glacier hike before going on a Kayak tour

Both depart from Troll.is Glacier Lagoon, Jökulsárlón, 781 Iceland. Please plan accordingly and arrive at least 20 minutes early to ensure a smooth check-in.

Double the thrill, double the memory—book your glacier adventure combo today!

This 12-hour day trip from Reykjavík provides a focused itinerary covering geological and natural landmarks along the South Coast. Key attractions include a walk-behind experience at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, the majestic Skógafoss Waterfall (where you can climb to the top), a hike on the Sólheimajökull Glacier (with all necessary safety equipment provided), and a visit to the volcanic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, home to basalt columns and Atlantic waves.

Join this full-day excursion from Reykjavík to the famous South Coast of Iceland. The tour starts with pickup at your chosen location in the capital area. The first geological stops are two of Iceland's most recognized waterfalls: Seljalandsfoss, which allows visitors to walk safely behind the cascade, and Skógafoss, known for its powerful 60-meter drop and surrounding stairs that offer a top-down view. Both are approximately 1.5 to 2 hours of driving from the city.

The main adventure is the Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull, an outlet of the larger Mýrdalsjökull glacier. Once at the glacier base, professional guides will provide essential equipment, including crampons and ice axes. Participants should be prepared for an easy to moderate physical activity level. The hike offers a direct experience with the ice, where you can observe crevasses and the unique textures of the glacier ice.

The tour concludes with a visit to Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, famous for its black sand and unique hexagonal basalt columns. The beach is exposed to strong waves, which should be respected at all times.

The entire trip is led by an English-speaking guide and includes round-trip transportation by minibus with Wi-Fi. The total duration is approximately 12 hours.

During this unforgettable 2-day tour, we will take you to the hidden gems of the most visited place in Iceland –  the South Coast. Get ready to climb on one of Europe’s largest glaciers, catch a boat to gigantic icebergs, and explore  the most beautiful places in the South of Iceland. Along the shore, you’ll also get the chance to stop by some majestic waterfalls, the beautiful Black Sand Beach, and learn everything you need to know about Iceland.

Join us for a 3 days excursion to see the famous Golden Circle and the South Coast. Experience the beauty of our glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón, hike on Europe's largest glacier and powerful waterfalls.

In this multiday tour package we combine some of our best tour options. You’ll get the chance to see the beautiful Western Iceland. There, you’ll explore the hidden gem of the West, the peninsula of Snæfellsnes also known as “Iceland in a nutshell”. Snaefellsnes is characterized by magnificent and picturesque sites: glacial-carved mountains, endless black beaches, moss topped lava fields, volcanic craters, coastal cliffs topped off by the volcanic glacier Snæfellsjökull and the Center of the Earth.

You’ll get the chance to see the famous geothermal erupting Geysir, the powerful waterfall Gullfoss and Thingvellir National Park in the Golden Circle.

You’ll then be taken to the famous South Coast. Along the shore, you’ll get to see the two waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, and the famous Black Sand Beach. You’ll also visit the stunning Glacier Lagoon Jökulsárlón in Vatnajökull National Park, where you’ll also get the chance to explore Europe’s largest glacier. And you have the opportunity to visit boat tour in Jokulsarlon.

Embark on a comprehensive 6-day guided tour from Reykjavík to Akureyri, exploring Iceland's diverse natural wonders. This immersive trip includes all the iconic highlights of the Golden Circle, South Coast, and Mývatn Region. Your expert guide will lead you to breathtaking sights like Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and on thrilling adventures, including a Whale Watching boat trip and a unique Ice Cave tour. Book your stress-free journey to experience the very best of Iceland, from south to north.

Embark on the ultimate 8-day summer adventure around Iceland's iconic Ring Road and the mystical Snæfellsnes Peninsula. This comprehensive journey is your perfect opportunity to witness the country’s most beautiful and popular spots under the glow of the Midnight Sun. Discover breathtaking natural wonders, from the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach and the unforgettable Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon to the thunderous power of Dettifoss Waterfall. This tour provides a complete and stress-free way to experience the very best of Iceland’s diverse landscapes in the magical summer light.

Join us for a two-day adventure to Iceland’s spectacular South Coast. The journey's highlights include visits to the iconic Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, a guided glacier hike on ancient ice, and the opportunity to enter a natural blue ice cave (Oct-Mar). You will explore the surreal beauty of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the nearby Diamond Beach, followed by a stop at the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. In the evenings, you’ll have a prime chance to spot the Northern Lights thanks to a remote countryside hotel stay.

This comprehensive 2-day tour offers an efficient way to experience the vast geological diversity of Iceland's South Coast, departing from Reykjavík.

This three-day guided minibus tour focuses on exploring Iceland’s key geological attractions and glacier activities, offering a comprehensive winter experience of the Golden Circle and South Coast. The tour operates from Reykjavík and includes two nights' accommodation. This is the only 3 day minibus tour in Iceland with two glacier activities are included, a glacier hike and an ice cave visit.

The tour features Iceland's most significant natural and historical landmarks. You will visit Þingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates visibly pull apart. You will witness the geothermal activity at the Geysir Area, watching the active Strokkur geyser erupt up to 35 meters every five minutes, and see the powerful cascade of Gullfoss Waterfall. The South Coast route includes walks behind Seljalandsfoss and along the 60-meter-high Skógafoss Waterfall, exploration of the basalt columns at Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, and a journey to the glacier-fed Jökulsárlón Lagoon and Diamond Beach. The tour includes a supervised glacier hike with essential safety equipment and an opportunity to visit a natural Ice Cave (October–March). At night, your guide will actively monitor the forecast to maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights (September–March) from the remote hotel locations.

This multi-day tour combines some of Iceland’s most popular regions into one practical and scenic journey. Starting in Western Iceland, you’ll explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, a region known for its variety of landscapes — from black sand beaches and lava fields to volcanic craters and glacier-covered peaks. Highlights include the Snæfellsjökull Glacier and the dramatic coastal cliffs that inspired Journey to the Center of the Earth.

Next, the route continues through the Golden Circle, where you’ll visit three of Iceland’s most famous natural landmarks: Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site marking the meeting point of two tectonic plates; the Geysir geothermal area, home to erupting hot springs; and Gullfoss, a powerful two-tiered waterfall.

The journey then heads to Iceland’s South Coast, known for its contrasting features. You’ll visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the striking Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, and finally, the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in Vatnajökull National Park. Here, you can see floating icebergs and take part in a guided tour into a natural blue ice cave, located within Europe’s largest glacier.

Each evening, your guide will share the Northern Lights forecast and suggest nearby viewing spots if conditions are favorable. The itinerary is designed for travelers who wish to experience Iceland’s geological diversity and natural beauty in a well-structured and efficient way.

This fully guided, 6-day minibus tour offers a pragmatic and comprehensive exploration of Iceland, covering all major regions—the Golden Circle, South Coast, East Fjords, and North Iceland—in a single trip.

The journey starts and ends in Reykjavík, and includes 3 activities: A glacier hike, an ice cave visit, and a whale watching tour. The tour also includes optional activities, allowing you to opt for a horse riding tour, a nature bath visit.

The journey is packed with guaranteed geological and historical sightings: Þingvellir National Park (tectonic rift and historic parliament), the erupting Strokkur geyser, and the colossal Gullfoss Waterfall.

Along the South Coast, you will visit the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss (walk-behind) and Skógafoss, and the dramatic Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. While venturing thorugh the South Coast, you will experience two key guided glacier activities: a Glacier Hike on Sólheimajökull (with all safety gear), a visit to a natural Ice Cave (either Vatnajökull or Katla, depending on conditions).

Further north, you explore the geothermal area of Námaskarð, the unique lava pillars of Dimmuborgir near Lake Mývatn, and the powerful Dettifoss and beautiful Goðafoss waterfalls. Your journey through the North of Iceland will also include a whale watching tour from Hauganes.

Throughout the trip, your guide will actively hunt for the Northern Lights (September–March).

This 8-day guided tour is the perfect way to discover Iceland’s incredible variety of natural wonders. The comprehensive journey takes you from the capital of Reykjavík all the way to the ‘Capital of the North,’ Akureyri, and beyond. Your adventure begins on the famous Golden Circle, where you'll visit the stunning Gullfoss waterfall, the erupting Geysir geothermal area, and the historic Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Continuing your travels, you'll head along the much-talked-about South Coast, where you can explore the unique black sand beach of Reynisfjara and the breathtaking Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. After exploring the scenic East Fjords, the tour moves to the north, where you’ll be captivated by the otherworldly landscapes around Lake Mývatn, including the mysterious lava pillars of Dimmuborgir.

The final leg of your journey takes you to West Iceland and the dramatic Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called "Iceland in Miniature," where you’ll find iconic locations like Kirkjufell mountain. Throughout the trip, the dark nights are a perfect opportunity to search for the breathtaking Northern Lights. You can also book optional activities like Horseback Riding to make your experience even more special and adventurous.

Join an expedition to the South Coast & hike on the Sólheimajökull glacier. You'll visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall, the majestic Skogafoss, the mighty waves of Reynisfjara beach, also known as The Black Sand Beach, and walk on top of Sólheimajökull.