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Experience Iceland’s wild beauty on a South Coast shore excursion from Reykjavik, created especially for cruise passengers who want to see the country’s top natural wonders in a single day. This 9-hour private adventure lets you explore Iceland’s incredible waterfalls, black-sand beaches, and glaciers in comfort and style.
Since this South Coast tour is timed with cruise ship schedules, you can relax knowing you’ll return to the harbor in plenty of time for departure. Travel comfortably in a modern vehicle with an experienced English-speaking guide who takes care of every detail. This tour is private and limited to up to 15 guests, which means you have more time to enjoy each stop.
The South Coast is one of Iceland’s most breathtaking regions, filled with dramatic waterfalls, glaciers, and volcanic sand beaches. This tour runs year-round, so you can experience the South Coast’s beauty in every season.
Your day begins with pickup at Reykjavik Harbor, in one of the city's cruise terminals. As you leave the city, the landscape quickly changes. Flat lava fields turn into farmlands, towering mountains, and distant glaciers.
Your first stop is Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls. Dropping 197 feet (60 meters) from a rocky cliff, it’s famous for its walking path that loops behind the falling water.
Just a short walk away is Gljufrabui, a waterfall hidden inside a narrow canyon. Follow a small trail into the gorge, where water cascades 131 feet (40 meters) from a cliff into a peaceful, majestic pool.
Continue your South Coast tour to Skogafoss Waterfall, another 197-foot (60-meter) powerhouse that thunders into a misty pool below. You can climb the staircase beside the waterfall for a view from above or stand at the base to feel its power up close.
Next, explore Dyrholaey Cliffs, a stunning headland overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. From May to August, these cliffs are home to puffins, making this spot one of the best places in Iceland to see these adorable seabirds.
The highlight of your South Coast tour is Solheimajokull Glacier, one of the easiest glaciers to reach in Iceland. A short, easy walk brings you to its edge, where you can see ice formations, deep crevasses, and a shimmering lagoon that has formed as the glacier slowly retreats.
Up next on your South Coast shore excursion, visit Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. This attraction is world-famous for its volcanic sands, basalt columns, and the dramatic Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks rising from the sea. It’s a beautiful place that feels like another world, best admired from a safe distance.
Finally, continue to Vik, the southernmost village in Iceland. Surrounded by cliffs and coastline, this charming town offers incredible views, especially from its iconic hilltop church. Snap a few photos and enjoy a relaxing lunch break (at your own expense) in this postcard-worthy setting.
After a full day of exploring, sit back and relax as your guide drives you back to Reykjavik Harbor, arriving with plenty of time before your ship’s departure.
Experience the best of Iceland in this unforgettable private shore excursion to the South Coast from Reykjavik. Check availability now by choosing a date.
