South Coast Wonders
Tour ID: RE15
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Season
All Year
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South Coast, Sightseeing Tours
Minimum Age
1
"The Best!"
A Carbon-Neutral Iceland South Coast Tour
This carbon-neutral Iceland South Coast tour is ideal for nature lovers who want to explore Iceland’s top attractions in a single day. You'll visit the stunning Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, walk along the famous Reynisfjara black sand beach, admire the Sólheimajökull glacier, and explore the charming village of Vík. All of this is packed into a scenic day trip from Reykjavík, offering breathtaking views along the way.
Itinerary
Your Iceland South Coast tour starts with a convenient pickup in Reykjavík. Once we leave the city, the scenery quickly transforms into breathtaking views of moss-covered lava fields, dramatic mountains, and rolling fields and pastures dotted with free-range horses and sheep.
You'll also see glacier-capped volcanoes, including the infamous Eyjafjallajökull and Katla, a powerful volcano hidden beneath the massive Mýrdalsjökull glacier. Every mile of the drive offers something awe-inspiring, making the journey along this scenic route just as memorable as the destinations themselves.
We’ll stop at some of Iceland’s most postcard-perfect locations, including towering waterfalls, black sand beaches, and breathtaking glacier views. It’s an unforgettable experience that truly showcases the country’s natural beauty.
Highlights
Skógafoss Waterfall: One of Iceland's most picturesque waterfalls, Skógafoss is renowned for its impressive 60-meter (196-foot) drop. Capture unforgettable photos of this natural marvel, featured in movies like Thor: The Dark World, or the TV showVikings.
Sólheimajökull Glacier: Witness the majestic Sólheimajökull glacier, which has shaped the surrounding terrain. Here, you'll have the chance to see how Iceland’s glaciers are retreating and forming stunning natural features, like the serene iceberg-filled lake at the glacier’s base.
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach: Explore the iconic black sands of Reynisfjara Beach, known for its towering basalt columns, striking Reynisdrangar sea stacks, and picturesque cave. This awe-inspiring location was listed as one of the world's best beaches by National Geographic - for a good reason.
Vík Village: Experience the charm of Vík, Iceland's southernmost village. Surrounded by dramatic cliffs and home to vibrant birdlife, it’s the perfect place to take in the region’s coastal beauty.
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall: Walk behind the cascading waters of Seljalandsfoss, a rare and thrilling experience. Set against the backdrop of the Eyjafjallajökull glacier, this unique waterfall is one of Iceland’s most famous attractions. Don’t forget your raincoat!
Why Choose This Carbon-Neutral Tour?
By joining this tour, you’ll help preserve Iceland's natural beauty for future generations. We offset emissions by supporting environmental projects and using sustainable practices throughout the tour, ensuring that your visit has a minimal impact on this delicate ecosystem.
Join us for an unforgettable journey and book your Iceland South Coast tour now to experience the best of Iceland responsibly!
What’s included
Reviews
Reviewed October 4, 2024
Reviewed September 25, 2024
We had an amazing day seeing the sights on the south coast of Iceland. Dylan was our guide and was excellent. He was very informative, friendly and gave very interesting stories of historical sights and landmarks We were lucky enough that a rainbow came out when visiting one of the waterfalls. Highly recommend!
Reviewed September 10, 2024
FAQ
Located at the BSÍ bus terminal is Bag Drop that offers luggage storage for up to 7 days - https://bagdrop.is/order/storeatbsi?culture=null
Also located at the BSÍ bus terminal is Luggage Lockers where you can store you bag for up to 4 days from June 1st - Sept 14th and 30 days from Sept 15th. - May 15th https://www.luggagelockers.is/
All cancellations should be in writing and be notified 24 hours* before departure.
If you bought your ticket at one of the Reykjavik Excursions sale offices, and you notify 24 hours before your pick up, your ticket will be refunded.
*Except for Blue Lagoon bookings where cancellations must be received with at least 48 hours notice.
Reykjavik Excursions offers pick up at designated bus stops, and selected hotels, guesthouses and hostels at an extra cost. Pick up starts 30 minutes before departure and passengers are requested to be ready in time at your pick up location. Passengers are responsible for being ready and visible for their pick up. If passengers miss their Reykjavik Excursions pick up they need to arrive at BSÍ Bus Terminal in time for their tour´s departure at their own cost.
Attention passengers staying in hotels and guesthouses in the restricted area in the city centre need to go to the nearest bus pick up spot. For more information on pick up locations refer to our pick up location page. The pick up is operated by smaller and bigger coaches throughout the city, dictated by accessibility.
Drop off starts after indicated arrival time. Please note that drop off locations may not be directly in front of your hotel or guesthouse dictated by actual conditions (e.g. narrow streets, coach size, roadworks, etc.). Those staying in hotels and guesthouses in the restricted area in the city centre will be dropped off at the same place they were picked up from.
Pick up and drop off for day tours operated by subcontractors may vary, please refer to each tour.
- Warm, wind & waterproof jacket
- Three layers of clothes as the weather can change quickly
- Warm sweater, fleece and thermal layer
- Warm trousers – waterproof and breathable
- Sturdy water resistant footwear/boots
- Woolen socks
- Warm hat and scarf
- Warm and waterproof gloves
- Crampons / spikes (advisable during winter). Some of our beautiful places in nature are protected and cannot be salted to protect the nature. That is why it can get quite icy at Gullfoss and Geysir so we recommend wearing crampons there.
You can book for a group of people using our online booking system. Each booking must contain at least one adult.
Reykjavik Excursions Kynnisferðir takes pride in tailor making and organizing tours for private groups from short trips within Reykjavik to full circle programs. Our fleet of modern coaches consists of 80 vehicles, varying from 6 to 70 seats and 4x4 coaches suitable for crossing un-bridged glacier rivers, hence reaching almost any destination in the highlands. For a tailor made tour for groups please send us an email to main@re.is.
We understand that your travel plans might change. You can easily change the dates for your booked tours with only one phone call: (+354) 580 5400 by stopping by at one of our sales offices, or by sending us an email to main@re.is. You will need to quote your confirmation number to change your dates and give us all necessary information.
Please remember: Your date change must be requested at least a day before scheduled departure.
Guidance is in English.
Some tours are additionally guided in German, French or Scandinavian (maximum 2 languages per tour). Further information and details are listed with each tour.
Reykjavik Excursions offers guidance in most of the tours. Guidance is in English. Some tours are additionally guided in German, French or Scandinavian (maximum 2 languages per tour).
Our tour guides are professionals with degrees in various languages and/or subjects relating to Icelandic tourism. Your guide tells you about the area you are visiting and leads the way throughout the tour. He will also be able to answer your questions, if you have any. Our aim is to offer quality tours that feature the different aspects of Iceland's nature, history, culture and modern living.
All Reykjavik Excursions coach tours depart from BSÍ Bus Terminal in Reykjavík. Reykjavik Excursions offers pick up at designated bus stops, and selected hotels, guesthouses and hostels at an extra cost. If you book online and you wish to be picked up for a day tour make sure you fill in the necessary information during your online checkout.
Pick up starts 30 minutes before tour departure and you are requested to be ready and visible in time at your pick up location. For more information on pick up locations refer to our pick up location page.
If passengers miss their Reykjavik Excursions pick up they need to arrive at BSÍ Bus Terminal in time for their tour's departure at their own cost.
Our tours are free-sale but seats can not be guaranteed unless you have it reserved or booked.
You also do not have to wait in line, once you are in Iceland, to arrange your booking.
You can buy as many tours as you like online, with one credit card payment. If you are buying multiple tours make sure that they don't intersect and you have enough time between each. Allow extra time to account for delays caused by road conditions etc.
For example you can buy the Golden Circle at 09:00 and Blue Lagoon Express at 18:00, on the same day. You just need to follow our schedule. Pick up is always 30 minutes before departure, if you are following a tight schedule you can also go directly to BSI Bus Terminal. All our tours depart from this bus terminal.
Nature is the main attraction on many of our excursions, meaning that some day tours require short to medium long walks. If walking is required on the tour it will be mentioned in the tour description.
We recommend that you find a tour suitable to your needs. Please read the tour descriptions for further information on each tour.
Itinerary - South Shore Adventure
We begin our tour at the BSI bus terminal in downtown Reykjavik, heading towards Hvolsvöllur on a scenic ride that takes about an hour and a half. At Hvolsvöllur, we’ll take a short break where you can grab some snacks and use the facilities.
Our first major stop is Skógafoss, one of Iceland's most iconic waterfalls. Skógafoss is not only a breathtaking sight but also the starting point of the Fimmvörðuháls hiking trail into Þórsmörk. You might recognize it from films like Thor: The Dark World and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.
Next, we’ll visit Vík, a charming village with a population of about 300, known for its dramatic bird cliffs and stunning coastal scenery.
We'll also stop at Reynisfjara, Iceland’s famous black sand beach. Here, you'll see the striking Reynisdrangar sea stacks and impressive columnar basalt formations. While it's a beautiful location, we kindly remind our guests to stay safe by following guidelines and avoiding getting too close to the unpredictable waves.
Afterward, we head to Sólheimajökull glacier, where you can walk up to a serene lake that has formed in front of the retreating glacier, offering a close-up view of this stunning natural wonder.
Our final stop is at Seljalandsfoss, a unique waterfall that originates from the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. What makes Seljalandsfoss special is the opportunity to walk behind the waterfall for a truly memorable experience. We recommend bringing a raincoat or waterproof jacket if you plan to walk behind the falls.
