Tours by Attractions

Q: What is there to see and do in Reykjavik?

There are plenty of attractions in Reykjavík, including Hallgrímskirkja church , Harpa Concert Hall , the old harbour, City Hall, and multiple shopping streets, museums, galleries, theatres and live entertainment venues. There are also numerous sculpture gardens and parks , avenues lined with street art, restaurants and cafés.

Q: What can I see and do on a day tour from Reykjavik?

You can travel the Golden Circle , visit the Blue Lagoon , see the sights of the South Coast or explore Snæfellsnes peninsula. In summer you can even visit the Highlands on a day tour. Alternatively, you can spend your time doing an adventure tour such as whale watching, horseback riding, snowmobiling, glacier hiking, snorkelling or driving an ATV.

Q: What is there to see and do in Akureyri?

Akureyri is the second largest town in Iceland and has a number of shops, galleries, cafés, and swimming pools, as well as the iconic Akureyri church . There is also a great botanical garden, a famous ice cream shop and an active music and art scene. Beautiful mountain and fjord views can be seen from central Akureyri, and in winter the town boasts the best ski area in the country, Hlíðarfjall. Nearby, there are many natural attractions, such as Goðafoss waterfall .

Q: What is there to see and do at Lake Myvatn?

Lake Mývatn itself is known for its stunning flora and fauna, but surrounding it are multiple craters and beautiful rock formations. Visit Skútustaðagígar, hike around Hverfell, walk the trails of Dimmuborgir, bathe in the Mývatn Nature Baths , admire the colours of Námaskarð pass and visit the famous Grjótagjá cave. You can also visit the crater Víti in Krafla volcano or see Europe’s most powerful waterfall, Dettifoss .

Q: What is there to see and do in the Westfjords?

The Westfjords are the most remote area in Iceland, and hard to access during wintertime (but great for off-piste skiing). In summer, however, you can kayak the fjords, hike its table-top mountains, visit a number of interesting museums or go hot spring hunting. Also available to you are bird watching, spotting seals on the red sands of Rauðasandur and, of course, admiring Dynjandi waterfall , the crown of the Westfjords.

Q: What can I see on the South Coast of Iceland?

Iceland’s South Coast has many popular attractions, including the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss, Gljúfrabúi and Skógafoss. Seljavallalaug pool, Reynisfjara black sand beach and Sólheimajökull glacier all draw travellers to the area as well. The villages of Vík and Kirkjubæjarklaustur can also be found here, as can the Reynisdrangar sea stacks, Dyrhólaey cliffs, Skaftafell Nature Reserve and Jökulsárlon Glacier Lagoon.

Q: What can I see and do on Snaefellsnes peninsula?

Snæfellsnes Peninsula is often called ‘Iceland in miniature’ because it is home to an incredibly diverse array of natural features. These include a glacier and a volcano, craters, lava fields, caves, waterfalls, black and white beaches, beautiful fishing villages and so much more. Hike on Snæfellsjökull glacier , photograph Kirkjufell mountain and Búðir black church , stroll down Djúpalónssandur black sand beach and take in the stunning views in all directions at Gatklettur rock by Arnarstapi and Hellnar shore.

Q: What is there to see and do in East Iceland and around Egilsstadir?

If you like hiking, then you have plenty of options with the rugged mountains in East Iceland . Hike up Mt. Snæfell , into the mountain ranges Kverkfjöll and Dyrfjoll, the stunning Hafrahvammar canyon or to Laugarvalladalur valley with a stunning natural hot spring waterfall. For shorter hikes, walk through Iceland’s largest forest, Hallormsstaðaskógur, and try to spot a monster in Lake Lagarfljót. Alternatively, trek up to Hengifoss waterfall, visit the colourful town of Seyðisfjörður or go on a super jeep tour to Askja in the Highlands.

Q: What is there to see and do around Skaftafell?

Skaftafell used to be a national park in its own right until it was expanded and merged with Vatnajökull National Park . Multiple glacier hiking tours run from here, as well as to Svínafellsjökull glacier. Always go with a guide when glacier hiking. A campsite and service centre is found in Skaftafell, and there is a hotel is close by.

Q: What is there to see and do in the Icelandic Highlands?

The Highlands are the wildest and harshest landscapes you’ll find in Iceland. There are lakes, mountains, rivers, waterfalls, glaciers and volcanoes throughout. Popular areas include Landmannalaugar , Þórsmörk , Kerlingarfjöll, Hveravellir and Víti Crater in Askja Caldera .

Tours by attraction connect you with an exclusive selection of natural marvels across Iceland. Departing from around the country, these excursions cover an astonishing variety of the monumental sites that make Iceland one of the world's most alluring travel destinations.