Reykjavik: 4-Day Winter Minibus Tour | South Coast, Golden Circle, Ice Cave & More

Join us on an unforgettable four-day excursion along the Icelandic south coast to the breathtaking glacier lagoon, Jökulsárlón, where seals are swimming between the icebergs and the white of the ice mixes up with the blue of the sky. Your eyes will also meet with powerful waterfalls, volcanic sand beaches and the biggest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull, where you will have the chance to explore while hiking. 

Day 1: Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Snæfellsnes Peninsula Hopping through the magnificent and picturesque sites, you’ll see steep glacial-carved mountains, endless black beaches, moss topped lava fields, the amazing Kirkjufell Mountain (Arrowhead Mountain) volcanic craters, sci-fi-esque coastal cliffs topped off by the volcanic glacier Snæfellsjökull where Jules Verne set the beginning of the Journey to the Center of the Earth. 

Spend your night in a cozy countryside hotel or guesthouse in a room with a private bathroom and breakfast included the next morning. This is included in the price.

Day 2: The Golden Circle

The Golden Circle an unforgettable expedition with a small group on the ultimate Golden Circle tour. You will visit the famous Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir and the surrounding geothermal area. The day also includes a visit to Kerið volcanic crater, and a stop at a traditional Icelandic farm to see and pet some horses and get a taste of home made Icelandic ice cream. 

Spend your night in a cozy countryside hotel or guesthouse in a room with a private bathroom and breakfast included the next morning. This is included in the price.

Day 3: Iceland's Magnificent South Coast

The first stop is at Seljalandsfoss waterfall where you can walk behind the tumbling water flow and feel the vibrations of the water hitting the ground. Thirsty? Just open your mouth. Right next to it is the waterfall Gljúfrabúi which snugly tucked in a gorge hidden from most. Gljúfrabúi actually means Canyon Dweller in English. To reach the waterfall, you must first test your balance by bouncing on rocks lying in the river bed. A failure means instant foot wetness and a good laugh by your co-travellers.

Skógafoss: Prepare to meet the pearl of the South Coast, Skógafoss waterfall. Majestically tucked in a wide gorge, the waterfall tumbles down 60 metres from up above a cliff into a small river, producing a cloud of mist and spray that rainbows like to dance in during sunshine. Try to warm up for the glacier by running up the 527 steps to the top... Your guide will be timing you!

Reynisfjara - Black Sand Beach: Heading further east, we visit the black sand beach of Reynisfjara where the Atlantic coastline presents massive waves hitting the unique basalt columns in the cliffs above the sand. Rock pillars in the water and the cliffs of Dýrhólaey are seen in the distance. This area of the south is also a paradise for bird lovers, as Puffins and dozens of other unique species nest on top of these cliffs in the summertime from June to August.  

Spend your night in a cozy countryside hotel or guesthouse in a room with a private bathroom and breakfast included the next morning. This is included in the price.

Day 4: Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and Diamond Beach

We start at Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a 200m deep glacial lake fed by Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe’s largest glacier. Fed enormous icebergs all year round the lagoon is usually filled with ice that floats south. Tröll Expeditions will give you the opportunity to book a boat ride between the icebergs during summer time and get a closer look of the millenary ice. If boating is not your thing, then we walk alongside the glacier lagoon enjoying the magnificent views and dead silence of Icelandic nature.

Diamond Beach: On the other side of the road the icebergs from Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon float into the Atlantic Ocean where they are quickly thrown back to shore by the tide and winds. This black sand beach is full of smaller ice rocks in all shapes and sizes, sparkling like diamonds in the daylight. The ice itself comes in all shades of white and blue forming beautiful contrasts, guaranteed to make your Instagram account pop!  

To complete our perfect adventure we will hike an outlet glacier spawning from the one of the largest glaciers in the country. After meeting our highly trained glacier guides and strapping on our safety and glacier equipment, including helmets, harnesses, crampons and ice axes we hike on the ice until we reach the ice caves.A spectacular experience and opportunity to learn more about this breathtaking and increasingly rare natural phenomena.

What are you waiting for? Come and join us to check all the fun stuff we can do in the southern region, including glacier hiking! This is the ultimate Icelandic experience with a small group and experienced guide guaranteed. Start your adventure now by booking a date.  

Return to Reykjavik

You can expect to arrive back in Reykjavik around 19.00 on day 3, depending on traffic and roads

Please note:

The price is based on two travelers sharing a double or twin room. For solo travelers, a supplement fee will be asked. It can be paid separately, after booking.

Gear can be rented for the tour. Please contact customer service at help@booknordics.com if you would like to add any of the following: hiking boots, waterproof pants, waterproof jacket, hat & gloves combo.

The age limit for the glacier hike is 8 years old.

Food:

We stop at locations like gas stations and small shops where you will be able to buy snacks/sandwiches and drinks. At lunchtime we will also stop at locations where you will find warm lunch options. For dinner, all hotels have restaurants, so you can choose if you’d like to have dinner there. Vegan or vegetarian options are offered almost everywhere