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South Coast Classic: Full-Day Tour from Reykjavik

1. South Coast Classic: Full-Day Tour from Reykjavik

On this full-day tour, you’ll follow the coastline from Reykjavík into the volcanic and glaciated wonderland that is Iceland's south coast. Walk behind the thundering veil of spray at the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and take in the incredible views from the top of the Skógafoss waterfall. Your tour begins with a drive through lava fields, passing by the active Hengill volcano, and then down to rich coastal farmlands. On clear days you’ll be able to see the Hekla volcano, and in the distance the glacier-capped Eyjafjallajökull volcano rises majestically above the coastal mountains. Just a few kilometers off the coastline and easily visible are the volcanic Westman Islands, an archipelago of around 15 small islands, only one of which is inhabited. Stop at the Sólheimajökull glacier, which is every photographer’s dream. Next on the itinerary is the Reynisfjara black sand beach. See the powerful Atlantic waves crashing on the black sands, the jagged basalt sea stacks and the huge basalt-column cave. Next you’ll head to the coastal village of Vik, the southernmost village in Iceland, located on the island’s main ring road. Despite its small size (291 inhabitants), it is the largest settlement for 70 kilometers. On your way back to Reykjavík, you’ll stop by the powerful Skógafoss waterfall for a short walk up a flight of steps to admire one of Iceland´s most scenic views. The view takes in glaciers, volcanoes and black sandy beaches. The last stop is at the 60-meter-high Seljalandsfoss waterfall, best known for the hidden pathway behind and around it.

From Reykjavík: Private Golden Circle and South Coast Tour

2. From Reykjavík: Private Golden Circle and South Coast Tour

Starting from Reykjavik city to Golden Circle and then South Coast. Explore some of Iceland's major attractions in one day tour such as; Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss Waterfall, Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Skógafoss Waterfall, Black sand beach, as well as Vik, With the utmost ease and security. You will be picked up by the driver from your hotel or other accommodations. And driven around to explore the historic sites, ascending waterfalls, and steaming geysers. 1. After leaving Reykjavik, your first stop will be at Thingvellir National Park. Wandering across this incredible landscape, you can make out massive cracks in the Earth's surface. Clear lakes and volcanic terrains are some of the attractions here. 2. The next stop on your journey will be at Geysir, which can be found in the geothermal section of the Haukadalur valley. The Icelandic word Geysir literally translates to "gush," and its hot spring is the inspiration for geysers everywhere. If you've ever wanted to see a real hot spring in action, a visit to the Geysir Geothermal District won't disappoint. Whereas, The Haukadalur Valley is home to the world's oldest confirmed geyser. 3. Gullfoss is the next location on the Private Golden Circle tour. Gullfoss (the "Gold Falls"), one of Iceland's most famous waterfalls, is supplied by millions of gallons of frozen meltwater from Langjokull, Iceland's second-largest glacier. Gullfoss Waterfall originates from Langjökull, which is Iceland’s second-largest glacier. There are multiple viewpoints to enjoy the view of this elegant waterfall. 4. Seljalandsfoss, Iceland, is our next destination. This calming waterfall, which is 66 meters high and allows you to walk around it, is a sight to behold. But be careful: you can end yourself drenched. On a clear day, the Westman Islands or Vestmannaeyjar can be seen from here. 5. Skógafoss Waterfall is our next stop. Observe the massive amounts of water cascading from this waterfall! Skógafoss Waterfall has a width of 25 meters and a height of 60 meters. Enjoy the sound of water cascading down a cliff and, if you're lucky, rainbows generated by the spray of this natural wonder. 6. Your next destination will be the black sand beach. Reynisfjara, also known as Black Sand Beach, is where you may experience the raw and alluring energy of the North Atlantic and its wonderfully sculpted basalt column cliffs. The location is both beautiful and dangerous; visitors should treat it with respect. 7. The last stop is Vik, which, despite its small population of around 320 people, has a lot to offer. You can either eat your lunch in one of the restaurants or walk down to the beach to see the famous Reynisdrangar.

Private South Coast, Ice Cave, & Black Sands Tour

3. Private South Coast, Ice Cave, & Black Sands Tour

Iceland´s South Coast has many awe-inspiring features, including the beautiful waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss and the stunning Reynisfjara with its unique black sand beach. Visit the top sights of the south and experience the amazing diversity of Iceland, as well as discovering and exploring various local secrets with an experienced guide. This tour is on The south coast of Iceland in a pretty little package! Tour highlights: Our special mix of popular sites and local secrets! Join this fantastic sightseeing tour discovering some of the most beloved natural attractions found along Iceland’s picturesque south coast. This is a great opportunity for visitors to Iceland who have yet to explore this stunning region, as well as those travellers hoping to maximise their holiday time in Iceland. The south coast is widely considered to be one of the most picturesque routes in the whole of Iceland, a region characterised by its rugged shorelines, distant mountainscapes and cascading waterfalls. From your vantage point on the tour bus, you are privy to this incredible scenery, gaining a real insight into just why Iceland is so desirable as a travel destination. You will be making a stop at two of the popular waterfalls found along the South Coast, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. These attractions are available year-round, making them a staple visit on sightseeing tours in Iceland. Both waterfalls cascading at a whopping 65 and 60 metres respectively, Seljalandsfoss differentiates itself by being one of the only waterfalls in Iceland where it is possible to walk directly behind the water. This provides for some really fun, unique snapshots. Skógafoss is wider and more powerful than Seljalandsfoss, and guests here can walk right up to the point the water crashes into the rock pools below. Further along the South Coast, you will make a stop at the hauntingly beautiful black sand beach, Reynisfjara. Here, you can observe the incredible basalt stacks built into the adjacent cliff faces, and stand in awe as the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean complement this gorgeous panorama. You will also have the opportunity to explore the nearby coastal village of Vik before heading towards Dyrhólaey. Dyrhólaey is a small peninsula that once stood separate from mainland Iceland. Now joined by a land bridge to the rest of the country, this promenade has become famous for its nesting birdlife, a dramatic rock arch and stunning views. From here, you will likely be able to see the outlet glacier, Sólheimajökull, glistening in the distance. We also visit and closely observe a secret ice cave when the conditions allow- this is included in the price. Don’t delay any further! Join this fantastic sightseeing tour today and you too can experience the many beautiful attractions found along Iceland’s South Coast. Check availability by choosing a date.

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Southern Coast with GreyLine is absolutely worth it! First, I picked it because I loved their schedule of the sights because we tried to do most things with light (it is winter and there are only a few hours of sun), including the Black Sand Beach which resulted in awesome pictures and nice photo lighting. And I was right. The guide was fantastic and managed to do it all. She shared a lot of facts about the local people history, storytelling of sagas, the island’s geology and more. She was kind and handled a lot of guests very well. Couldn’t ask for a better experience! Thanks to her, I learned a lot while seeing incredibly beautiful places in this must-do itinerary (along with Golden Circle). I believe a good guide is very important for a good tour. Driving was safe as well, lots of ice in the road and no problem.

Fantastic tour with a great itinerary. We had plenty of time at each stop to explore and take photos. Emilia was an amazing tour guide and was hugely knowledgeable. She shared many folk stories which made the time on the bus go quickly. Peter was a very good driver especially given the small icy roads. This is a must do tour for anyone staying in Reykjavik.

Excellent trip all round! Great knowledge and commentary delivered brilliantly by Karen. Himli our driver was amazing in treacherous driving conditions.

Hat alles bestens geklappt. Wir waren sehr zufrieden. Unser Guide war super nett. Danke

It was a very long day, but the sites visited were spectacular and well worth it