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Combine adventure and sightseeing in one South Coast day tour, featuring a glacier hike on Solheimajokull. Perfect for nature lovers and thrill-seekers, this 12-hour private day trip lets you explore waterfalls, admire black sand beaches, and walk across the glacier with an expert guide.
Traveling as part of a small, private group means you can enjoy a more personal experience without the rush of big bus tours. With an expert guide leading the way, you’ll discover Iceland’s South Coast highlights while meeting fellow travelers who share your sense of adventure.
Your South Coast tour in Iceland begins with pickup from a designated stop in Reykjavik. As you head east, you’ll pass rolling farmland, mossy lava fields, and views of distant volcanoes on the horizon.
Your first stop is Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls, plunging 197 feet (60 meters). If conditions allow, you can follow a path behind the cascading water for a unique and exciting perspective. The lush surroundings make it a favorite for photographers.
Next is Skogafoss, a powerful waterfall that also drops 197 feet (60 meters) over a former sea cliff. If you’re up for the climb, a staircase leads to a viewing platform with sweeping views across the South Coast. Your guide will also share stories of the legends and folklore tied to this dramatic spot.
The highlight of the day is a guided glacier hike on Solheimajokull. After a short walk to the glacier’s edge, your guide will provide helmets, crampons, and a thorough safety briefing before you step onto the ice.
Don’t worry if you’ve never hiked on a glacier before. Your guide will walk you through the proper techniques so you feel confident and ready.
As you make your way across the frozen surface, you’ll discover deep ice cracks, sparkling icicles, and dramatic layers of volcanic ash. The glacier itself is alive with color, shifting from bright whites and striking blues to veins of black ash depending on the season.
Keep an eye out for small ice caves tucked into the folds of the glacier, and take the chance to refill your bottle from fresh glacial meltwater streams. Along the way, your guide will share insights into the glacier’s history, its retreat, and the wider effects of climate change on Iceland’s landscapes.
After your glacier hike on Solheimajokull, you’ll visit Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. It’s a world-famous attraction known for its towering basalt columns, roaring waves, and the Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks.
You’ll also stop in Vik, a charming seaside village where you can enjoy lunch (at your own expense) with incredible coastal views. During the summer months, there’s also the chance to visit Dyrholaey, a cliff known for puffin nesting and breathtaking views of the coastline.
To wrap up your South Coast tour, relax on the scenic return drive to Reykjavik, reflecting on the waterfalls, glaciers, and black sand beaches you explored along Iceland’s South Coast.
See Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls, black sand beaches, and hike across a glacier in one action-packed South Coast day tour from Reykjavik. Check availability now by choosing a date!
