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Discover Iceland’s natural wonders on this private South Coast day tour from Reykjavik. This 9-hour guided experience is perfect for travelers who want a more personal and flexible way to explore the country’s glaciers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches.
In an exclusive minivan, your day tour departs Reykjavik with a local guide offering insight into the changing landscapes. Pickup takes place in central Reykjavik, making it easy to start your journey without hassle.
A private South Coast tour also takes the stress out of planning. With transportation, timing, and major stops already arranged, you can focus on the experience without worrying about the details.
Once on the road, the landscape quickly begins to change. The drive moves through farmland, lava fields, and wide plains, with distant views of volcanoes and glaciers becoming more defined as you approach Iceland’s South Coast.
The Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is the first major stop. This waterfall drops over 197 feet (60 meters) from a former sea cliff and is known for the footpath that loops behind the falls. The mist and echoing roar make the short walk behind it a memorable part of the visit.
About 0.3 miles (0.5 kilometers) from Seljalandsfoss is the Gljufrabui Waterfall. It’s a smaller waterfall in comparison and is tucked inside a narrow gap in the cliffside. Partially hidden behind rocks, it feels like a quiet spot few travelers find.
As your route continues, you’ll head toward the village of Vik. This town is set along the coastline beneath cliffs, and its hilltop church is a well-known landmark. It’s also a good place to pause for lunch with views of the surrounding black sand flats.
Just beyond the village, the black sand plains stretch out toward the sea. These mark the edge of the Myrdalssandur Plain, a vast outwash area shaped by glacial floods from the Katla Volcano.
A short drive west of Vik leads to the Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. Here, strong Atlantic waves strike a shoreline of volcanic sand, and basalt columns rise along the cliffs. Just offshore, the Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks tower above the waves, adding to Iceland’s coastal scenes.
The tour includes a short inland detour to Solheimajokull Glacier, an outlet of the larger Myrdalsjokull Ice Cap. A marked trail leads to the glacier’s edge, where you can see deep crevasses, blue ice, and dark layers of volcanic ash. The cool air and shifting ice give a sense of how alive this landscape still is.
The final stop is Skogafoss Waterfall, one of Iceland’s most visually striking waterfalls. It drops over 197 feet (60 meters) in a wide, powerful curtain of water. On clear days, the mist often creates rainbows near the base. A staircase beside the falls leads to a viewpoint, where you can feel the wind and hear the roar from above.
After visiting Skogafoss, the tour begins the drive back to Reykjavik. The return journey offers a final look at Iceland’s changing scenery.
Experience Iceland’s South Coast on a private day tour from Reykjavik. Visit glaciers, black sand beaches, and some of the country’s iconic waterfalls in one day! Check availability now by choosing a date.
