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Experience the famous sights and secret places of Iceland’s coastline on this private South Coast tour. This small-group day tour from Reykjavik, highlighting Skogafoss Waterfall and Reynisfjara Beach, is perfect for families and groups who want a relaxing, hassle-free day with a guide who stays with you from start to finish.
An exclusive tour means you travel in a comfortable vehicle, enjoy plenty of space, and explore at your own pace. With an 11-hour itinerary, you have time to see all the major sights without feeling rushed. You can book this tour in Spanish, English, German, or Italian, making the experience easy to follow for travelers from many backgrounds.
Iceland’s South Coast is one of the country’s most exciting regions, known for powerful waterfalls and black-sand beaches. Because this tour is available year-round, you can experience the region in different ways. In winter, you might even get the chance to see the northern lights, while summer gives you long daylight hours.
Pickup in Reykjavik starts your South Coast tour. The busy city streets soon give way to glacier views and rugged cliffs that define the South Coast.
Your sightseeing begins at Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most photographed waterfalls. In summer, you can walk behind the waterfall for a unique view through the curtain of water.
A short walk brings you to Gljufrabui, a hidden waterfall tucked inside a narrow canyon. Many travelers walk right past this spot if they don’t know it’s there. With your guide leading the way, you get to explore a quiet, memorable place that often gets overlooked.
A little farther along, you reach Skogafoss, a powerful 197-foot (60-meter) waterfall that often creates rainbows when the sun is out. If you want a higher viewpoint, you can climb the staircase to see wide views of the waterfall and the surrounding coastline.
The day’s discoveries keep going with a visit to Kvernufoss, a beautiful and lesser-known waterfall reached by a short walk through a valley.
The landscape shifts again as you see the Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. This beach is famous for its tall basalt columns, sea caves, and the striking Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks rising from the ocean. Your guide will point out the safest areas to view the beach, as the waves here can be very strong.
Moving further along the coast, you’ll reach Vik, the southernmost village in the country. It’s a good place to pause for a meal (at your own expense) before continuing your private South Coast tour.
Your final highlight is Dyrholaey, a viewpoint with striking sea cliffs and expansive coastal views. From May to August, puffins nest along the cliffs, making it a great spot to see these colorful birds. It’s a fitting finale to your South Coast sightseeing.
You soon begin the return drive to Reykjavik. The peaceful drive back is a nice moment to relax and enjoy the views one more time.
Discover Iceland’s biggest highlights and quiet hidden spots with a private South Coast tour available in Spanish, English, German, or Italian. Check availability now by choosing a date.
