South Coast. Private Day Tour from Reykjavik

The waterfalls and glaciers of the South Coast are one of Iceland's top attractions. This journey will take you through the lowlands of the southern coast, where landscapes take all possible forms: from farmland to pristine glaciers, impressive cliffs on the ocean and rampant waterfalls. We are confident that as you travel along the South Coast, you will be inspired by Iceland's rugged beauty and love its ancient and beautiful history. Indeed, behind each of these delightful places are no less fascinating sagas and legends.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Hella Iceland

Seljalandsfoss is a supremely graceful waterfall, fed by the meltwater of the Eyjafjallajokull glacier. This impressive natural wonder falls about 63 meters (200 feet) into the quiet pool below, and there is a hidden trail behind the falls so you can watch the waterfall from all directions.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Gljufrabui Waterfalls, Pjoovegur Hamragarðar farm along the road, east of Markarfljót., Skogar 861 Iceland

Glufrabui is an exquisite waterfall about 40 meters (130 feet) high, hidden in a gorge just 650 meters (2,000 feet) from the famous Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Stopping at a large waterfall, we shall follow the path at the foot of the cliff straight to the gorge, where the Glufrabui is hidden.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland

Skogafoss, one of the largest and most elegant waterfalls in Iceland, is 25 meters (75 feet) wide and 60 meters (195 feet) high. A waterfall of this size generates a lot of sprays, which on sunny days often creates a bright single or even double rainbow, adding to the charm of Skogafoss Falls. We will be able to walk to the base of the waterfall, as well as climb the stairs to the observation deck to see the waterfall from above. After visiting the falls, we recommend stopping for lunch at the nearby Bistro Bar restaurant.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Dyrholaey, Vik Iceland

Dyrholaey (Door Hole Island) is an incredible rock and cape on the south coast of Iceland. At the top of the cliff, at an altitude of 120 meters (390 feet), there is an old active lighthouse. You will enjoy from this place stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean, black sand beaches, and glaciers covering the Katla and Eyjafjallajokull volcanoes.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland

Reynisfjara is the most famous black sand beach on the south coast of Iceland. Its beautiful black sand and pebbles, vertical basalt columns, powerful ocean waves and the nearby Reinisdrangar sea cliffs make Reinisfjara a truly unique place to visit.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Solheimajokull Glacier, Vik Iceland

The Solheimajokull glacier has many impressive ice formations, including crevasses, steep ridges, and dips. Solheimajokull is the glacial tongue of Myrdalsjokull, Iceland's fourth largest glacier, which covers the mighty and impressive Katla volcano. We will be able to walk the trail from the parking lot to the glacier and feel its coldness and even touch the ice of thousand years old. The glacier hike is not included in the tour program and can be organized additionally at your request.

Duration: 1 hour