2 Day Winter Tour to Iceland's South Coast and Diamond Beach

5.0
(4 reviews)

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Prepare for the adventure of a lifetime when choosing this two-day tour of Iceland’s South Coast.
The day’s stops are Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Gljufrabui Waterfall, Skogafoss Waterfall, and Reynisfjara black sand beach.
Your hotel will be somewhere between the towns of Vik and Hofn, and your guide will tell you the Northern Light Forecast for viewing from the hotel.
The second day begins with an Ice Cave, followed by Jokulsarlon and Diamond Beach, and additional stops at Eldhraun Lava Fields, and the Bridge of the Volcanoes. These stops may change based on time permitting and weather conditions.
On our way back to Reykjavik we may stop in Vik if time permits.
The minimum age for participants is eight years. Be sure to pack warm clothing and comfortable shoes to enjoy every aspect of this experience. Dinner can be late for some advise bringing snacks to prevent hungry spells.
Please note that December is very busy on the South Coast, and this tour fills up quickly.

What's Included

Private transportation
Ice Cave Entry with Safety Gear
Breakfast
3 Star Hotel for 1 Night
Guide
Food and Drink
Gratuities
Warm Clothing- Hat, Gloves, Jacket, Pants, Hiking Boots.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We start pickup at the start time. Please allow 30-45min for pickup.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1: South Coast

    4 stops
  • 1
    Seljalandsfoss

    We will stop and visit this stunning waterfall- you can walk behind if you wish, or just take in the views.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Skogafoss

    We visit another waterfall that is equally impressive. Lots of rainbows are formed here. You can also hike to the top (527 steps) for a different viewpoint.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Gljufrabui Waterfalls

    We will visit this hidden waterfall inside a mini cave. Be prepared to get wet!

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Reynisfjara Beach

    We visited the famous Black Sand Beach. Beautiful basalt cliffs. Be careful to not get close to the water- it can trap you with its strength and hidden drops in the sand.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Day 2: Glacier Lagoon and Ice Cave

    4 stops
  • 5
    Jokulsarlon

    Visit the famous Glacier Lagoon where we can get some great photo-ops with the glaciers in the background. We also take a special modified vehicle into the national park, where we visit an Ice Cave. (The location and appearance the the ice cave may vary, as these are naturally occurring).

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Diamond Beach

    The other half of Jokulsarlon is Diamond Beach and is full of glacier ice chunks, which resemble diamonds.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Eldhraun Lava Field

    See a volcanic lava field

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Skaftafell National Park

    We visit the Bridge of the Volcanoes

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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