DURATION

7 hours

AVAILABILITY

All year

DIFFICULTY

Medium

PERSONS

1 to 6

OVERVIEW

General information

Visit an incredible ice cave within 2 hours from Reykjavik!

Begin your day with a prompt 8:00 AM departure from Reykjavik, embarking on a scenic drive to Hvolsvollur for a brief stop to refresh with light snacks and a bathroom break before continuing your journey.

From there, we will drive to the remarkable Solheimajokull Glacier, where you’ll be equipped with premium gear for your ice cave experience. A guided 45-minute walk across the glacier will bring you to the entrance of the ice cave, where you will have 30 minutes to explore the pristine, otherworldly environment of ice formations and ethereal blue hues. This unique opportunity to witness nature’s frozen artistry is one not to be missed. Following your time inside the cave, we’ll make the 45-minute return walk back to the vehicle, and begin the journey back to Reykjavik.

If time permits, enjoy a brief stop to admire the dramatic beauty of Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, two of Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders, before returning to Reykjavik.

Your Reykjavik tour itinerary

8:00 AM – Pick-up from your accommodation in Reykjavik
9:30 AM – Arrive at Hvolsvollur for snacks and bathroom
10:30 AM – Glacier hike and ice cave
12:30 PM – Back at the car
3:00 PM – Back in Reykjavik

Highlights

  • Solheimajokull Glacier

Price

  • 210,000 ISK per tour

What's included

  • Private luxury 4×4

  • Professional driver-guide

  • Detailed personal itinerary

  • Photo package of your trip

What to bring

  • Warm clothes

  • Hat and gloves

  • Good hiking shoes

  • Waterproof clothing

ITINERARY

star rating  An amazing experience with an outdoor enthusiast and knowledgeable guide - I did a 3 day private tour which included trips to an ice cave, diamond beach, a glacier hike, waterfalls, northern lights and snorkelling at Silfa. Every part of the... read more

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February 20, 2026

star rating  The greastest tour and tour guide - book with Arctic Exped!  - Our tour with Arctic Exped was the most amazing tour I've done (and I've done q few!). Julian was knowledgeable and personable. Julian's experience in guiding us through all the... read more

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February 20, 2026

star rating  Great South Coast Tour with Glacier Hike  - We had a very pleasant experience on the South Coast tour, including the glacier hike, with Julian. He was professional and well organized, which made everything run smoothly. The atmosphere... read more

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January 28, 2026

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