ICELAND
105 Tours Reviewed
This South Coast outing feels like Iceland at full volume, without the chaos of a big bus crowd. You’ll bounce from famous waterfalls to dramatic coasts, then finish with a real glacier hike on Sólheimajökull—right from Reykjavik. Two things I…
That warm river changes everything. Reykjadalur, Iceland’s Steam Valley, is a hike that starts in volcanic geothermal terrain and ends at a warm, steaming river you can swim in. I love that it mixes real walking time with a natural…
Thórsmörk feels like another planet. I love how the Super Jeep gets you into the Þórsmörk area without wasting the day on tough logistics, and I love the on-foot exploring once you’re there. The main consideration is the price per…
If you like the idea of doing something you cannot fake, this Skaftafell glacier hike with ice climbing delivers. You start on Falljökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull National Park, then move from walking on the ice to climbing an…
River crossings wake up the day. This private drive into Thórsmörk in a modified jeep is all about getting off the road and into the southern highlands, then finishing with a hike up Valahnúkur for valley panoramas. I love how…
Blue ice changes the way you see Iceland. On this private expedition on Sólheimajökull, you don’t just look at the glacier from a safe distance—you walk onto the ice cap to explore crevasses, ridges, and deep blue moulins up close.…
Icebergs on a calm lagoon can feel unreal. This 5.5-hour trip from Fjallsarlon Basecamp strings together an iceberg boat ride, a guided glacier hike on Fjallsjokull, and a 4×4 jeep return, all in a small group (max 10). I especially…
The South Coast hits hard in one long day. This private tour strings together big-name scenery and one very real adventure: a guide-led hike on Solheimajokull Glacier. You’ll start with pickup from your Reykjavik accommodation, then ride south toward Vik…
Walking on a glacier feels unreal. This guided Sólheimajökull hike turns the scary parts into a controlled, step-by-step adventure, with real crampons and an ice axe plus a trained guide. I especially like the way you get right up to…
Falling asleep to waterfalls, then chasing aurora. This combo packs Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, a glacier walk, and an evening Northern Lights hunt into one long day. I especially like the guide-led pacing: you’re not just driving past Iceland’s best bits,…
Mt. Keilir feels like Iceland in miniature. You get an intimate hike on the Reykjanes Peninsula with a guide, volcanic terrain underfoot, and summit views that stretch over the whole capital area and the newer Fagradalsfjall mountains. I especially like…
One local mountain, big-time views. Mt. Helgafell is the kind of Reykjavik-area hike that feels welcoming right away: an easy ascent near Hafnarfjörður with sweeping top views and plenty of time to chat. I especially like the pickup in the…
Ice under your feet changes everything. This day hike on Sólheimajökull is built for real glacier time, not just a quick photo stop. At the base camp, you’ll get fitted with crampons, a helmet, and an ice axe, then follow…
This 3-day Icelandic Highlands hike is all about getting into the backcountry fast, with real time on the trail instead of constant bus stops. I love the small group size (max 16), and I love that meals are handled for…
Glacier hiking can be less intimidating than you think. What makes this one stand out is the combo of small-group access (max 14) and all the gear handled for you, so you can focus on the walk instead of shopping…
