South Coast: Fire & Ice - Waterfalls, Glaciers & Icelandic Lava Show in Vík
By Hidden Iceland
5.0/5
Free cancellation available
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 11h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
- Cleanliness and safety
Cleaning and safety practices
- Contactless payments
- Vehicles and venues disinfected
- Social distancing
Overview
Join us to find out why Iceland is named the Land of Ice & Fire, with this fantastic day on the South Coast that includes the Icelandic Lava Show and a guided valley walk to get incredible views of the crevasse riddled Solheimajökull glacier. This tour should
not be missed by those seeking sightseeing and adventure! Join this small group tour and you'll stop at the must see Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, visit the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, learn all about Iceland's geology and volcanoes whilst witnessing re-melted lava at the Lava Show. Plus, get up close to an enormous glacier for incredible pictures. This is a one day tour you'll never forget. All of Hidden Iceland's tours operate with a maximum of 12 people, and
you will be joined by friendly and knowledgeable English speaking guides.
This tour does NOT include a glacier hike but we will get close to the terminal face of the glacier for great views.
What's included, what's not
- What's includedGuided valley walk for incredible views of the glacier
- What's includedPickup and drop-off from designated bus pickup points in Reykjavik
- What's includedTransport by comfortable and spacious air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter
- What's includedOne of Hidden Iceland's wonderful English speaking professional guides
- What's includedIcelandic Lava Show
- What's excludedFood and drinks - can be purchased during day
- What's excludedGratuities
- What's excludedThere is NO glacier hike on this tour
Know Before You Book
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 8 years
- Sturdy, waterproof footwear recommended
- We have to pick up from designated pickup point around Reykjavik. Restrictions imposed by the City of Reykjavik mean that we cannot pick up from certain hotels or AirBnB addresses, rather nearby designated bus pickup points. Please contact us to inform us of where you are staying and we will inform you of nearest pickup point.
- We will stop in the south coast town of Hvolsvöllur to load up on snacks for the day. You can shop here and bring food and for the day if you want to spend more time at the sights during lunch. There is ample time to have lunch at The Soup Company located within the Icelandic Lava Show premises. The soups are filling and delicious, as are the paninis and sandwiches here.
- During the darkest winter months we will need to order food to have on the go, so that we can use the precious short daylight hours at the wonderful South Coast sights. Lunch is not included in this tour.
- Where 1 metres distance cannot be maintained, masks will need to be worn. This is in line with Icelandic law. If guests do not have their own masks, then masks will be provided.
Activity itinerary
Skogafoss
- 40m
Iconic South Iceland waterfall
Reynisfjara Beach
- 40m
Black Sand Beach
Lava Show
- 45m
- Admission ticket included
Witness real molten lava and learn all about Iceland's volcanoes, and how they have affected the town of Vík in this dramatic and unique show
Vik
- 45m
Seaside town with church, cafes and fantastic views. Great options for lunch in this town. This stop will be shortened during the darkest winter months (Nov-Jan) with lunch had on the go to save precious daylight hours.
Solheimajokull Glacier
- 1h
Guided walk (15-20 minutes each way) down the valley to get a view and photos of the enormous glacier and lagoon. Your guide will explain all about the changing glacier and landscape.
Seljalandsfoss
- 40m
- Admission ticket included
Waterfall that is possible to walk behind (when not icy).
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
- High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
- Gear and equipment sanitized between use
Social distancing
- Contactless payment for gratuities and add-ons
- Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
- Masks provided
- Hand sanitizer provided
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Location
Activity location
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- Skogar, Iceland, Iceland
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- Skogar, Iceland, Iceland
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