Highlights of the South

DURATION

3 days

AVAILABILITY

All year

DIFFICULTY

Easy

PERSONS

1 to 6

BOOK

OVERVIEW

General information

Three-Day South Coast Tour: Waterfalls, Glacier Lagoon, and Diamond Beach

Explore Iceland’s south coast, with highlights including the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss, the black sands of Reynisfjara Beach, and the stunning Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach.

This tour captures Iceland’s most iconic landscapes, offering unforgettable views and optional glacier hikes.

A perfect blend of natural beauty and adventure.

Highlights

Seljalandsfoss
Skógafoss Dyrhólaey
Secret Black Beach
Vik
Glacier hike or Ice cave
Diamond Beach
Glacier Lagoon
Fadrargljufur
Kvernufoss
Hjorleifshofdi

Price

From 2600 USD per person
Based on four persons or more
From 4500 USD per person
Based on two persons

What's included

Private luxury 4×4
Professional driver-guide
Detailed personal itinerary
Photo package of your trip

Not included

Flights to and from Iceland
Personal travel insurance

ITINERARY

Day 1

South Coast waterfalls, glacier hike, and black sand beaches

Your adventure begins in Reykjavík as we head along Iceland’s stunning South Coast. Our first stops are two of the country’s most iconic waterfalls — Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the cascade, and Skógafoss, a powerful wall of water steeped in local legend.

Next, we gear up for a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, a rugged outlet glacier known for its striking crevasses and ice formations.

After the hike, we head to the dramatic black sand beach of Reynisfjara, with its basalt columns and roaring Atlantic waves. We stop for lunch in the coastal village of Vík before continuing east along the scenic coastline.

We finish the day with a relaxing evening at Hotel Glacier Lagoon, nestled between Vatnajökull National Park and the Atlantic Ocean.

Seljalandfoss waterfall in south coast of Iceland

Highlights

Seljalandsfoss
Skógafoss
Hike on Solheimajokull
Reynisfjara black beach

Accommodation

Magma Hotel or Hotel Jökullsárlon

Day 2

Glacier lagoon and Diamond beach

Today is all about Iceland’s frozen magic. We’ll witness the awe-inspiring Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where giant icebergs float serenely, before crossing the road to the famous Diamond Beach, where ice sculptures glitter on black sand.

We’ll scan the sweeping landscapes for wild reindeer and then dive into a seasonal adventure:

– Summer: Choose to kayak peacefully among icebergs or take a stunning hike into Múlagnjúfur Canyon.
– Winter: Journey into the heart of a glacier to explore a breathtaking natural ice cave.

Prepare for a day of unforgettable contrasts and natural wonders!

Highlights

Glacier lagoon
Diamond Beach

Optional in Summer: hike Mulagljufur
Optional in Summer: kayak with icebergs
Optional in Winter: Ice cave

Accommodation

Magma Hotel or Hotel Jökullsárlon

Day 3

Return to Reykjavik, more sights on the South

Our final day begins with a leisurely journey back to Reykjavik, allowing us to soak in the splendor of the South Coast one last time. Along the way, we may explore additional sights such Fjaðrárgljúfur, Kvernufoss, Hjörleifshöfði. With memories of our South Coast adventure etched in our hearts, we bid farewell to Iceland’s southern treasures, carrying the spirit of adventure with us as we return to Reykavik.

Visiting Kvernufoss waterfall in Iceland

Highlights

Kvernufoss
⁠Fjaðrárgljûfur
⁠Dyrholaey

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September 9, 2025 

					  Amazing trip! Family of 5 + Artic Julien!  - We are a family of five who spent six days and five nights touring southern Iceland and the highlands with Arctic Julien, and it was truly the trip of a... read more lifetime. Julien was an excellent host — extremely knowledgeable about all things Iceland, especially its nature and landscapes. His passion for the country was matched by his ability to share fascinating facts, hidden gems, and breathtaking viewpoints we never would have found on our own.

From start to finish, Julien was organized, professional, and attentive to every detail, ensuring our days and nights ran smoothly and comfortably. By the end of the trip, it felt less like we were with a guide and more like we were exploring with a good friend.

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patton5
August 9, 2025 

					  South Coast and Golden Circle Tour: Highlight of our 40th Birthday Trip!  - Julian was our guide for two back-to-back day trips out of Reykjavik for a group of 11 friends celebrating our 40th birthdays. The entire tour experience was amazing from start... read more to finish. Julian was knowledgeable and fun, suggesting additional activities along our routes and answering any and all questions we threw his way. The sights are undeniably beautiful along the South Coast and Golden Circle, but having Julian guide our tours elevated the entire experience. His photos are professional quality, his demeanor is charming, and he went above and beyond to make sure we had a blast while seeing the sites. Absolutely recommend, 10/10!				
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June 1, 2025