South coast private excursion

DURATION

8-10 hours

AVAILABILITY

All year

DIFFICULTY

Easy

PERSONS

1 to 6

BOOK

OVERVIEW

General information

The south coast guided trip offers an expert-led adventure along Iceland’s south coast, providing visitors with an opportunity to discover the natural beauty of the area, including glaciers, black sand beaches, waterfalls, and geological formations, as well as learning about the culture, history and local legends of the region.

Welcome to our south coast private tour, where we’ll take you on an unforgettable adventure through some of Iceland’s most scenic and iconic landmarks.

We’ll start our journey by stopping at the magnificent Seljalandsfoss waterfall, known for its picturesque cascading falls and unique cave behind the water. You’ll have the opportunity to take a walk behind the waterfall and feel the mist of the falls as it crashes down.

Next, we’ll make our way to the Skogafoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s most beautiful and photographed waterfalls. You’ll have the opportunity to walk to the top of the falls and witness the stunning views from above.

After a brief stop at Skogafoss, we’ll continue our journey to the black sand beach of Reynisfjara. Here you’ll see the striking basalt columns and Reynisdrangar sea stacks as well as the roaring waves of the Atlantic Ocean. You’ll have time to take a stroll on the beach and explore the area’s rich history and geology.

Finally, we’ll reach our main destination, the Sölheimajökull glacier.

Our expert guide will lead you on a private hike to the face of the glacier, where you’ll experience the incredible beauty of the ice and learn about its formation and history.

Overall, this south coast private tour will leave you with a sense of awe and wonder, as you witness some of Iceland’s most stunning natural wonders.

Highlights

Seljalandsfoss waterfall
Skógafoss waterfall
Reynisfjara beach
Sólheimajökull glacier
Hidden spots!

Price

190,000 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
Warm shoes and socks
Waterproof clothing

ITINERARY

					  Phenomenal tour! - We had the absolute best experience with Arctic Exped! A huge thank you to Julian for organizing our 3-day South Highlights tour with Garðar. Julian went above and beyond—checking in... read more with us daily, recommending excellent accommodations, and even providing extra raincoats when our luggage didn’t arrive. The level of care and attention made our trip stress-free and unforgettable. Garðar was a fantastic guide, and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to experience Iceland. We wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Arctic Exped again for a future adventure!				
MeganMBayless
September 16, 2025 

					  Private Family Adventure Off-the-Beaten Path - We spent three days with Julian and Arctic Exped and it was incredible. Julian was super-responsive and worked to craft a private itinerary that was exactly what we wanted -... read more off the beaten path, true adventure. He delivered and recommended incredible hotels as well. From ice climbing and scuba diving to hiking and relaxing in natural springs, we did it all. And, when our son was left hanging by another travel company, Julian helped us arrange transportation, no questions asked. If you want great adventure with excellent service, go with Arctic Exped.				
tanyaw147
September 9, 2025 

					  Fantastic Private Tour Experience  - If you're looking for a private tour guide for Iceland, look no further than Julian and Artic Exped. From our initial communications, Julian was a pleasure to deal with as... read more he was very responsive and accommodating. Our group of 8 (4 adults and 4 kids aged 10-13) did two day tours with Julian, one covering the Golden Circle and one to the South Coast with glacier hike, and everyone loved the experience. In both instances, Julian seamlessly covered all we wanted to see and more. We enjoyed his company and his extensive knowledge about the country. The glacier hike was definitely a highlight. Julian was fantastic with the kids and we all felt very safe durings this unique experience. I recommend Julian without hesitation.				
Susan M
August 25, 2025 