Iceland’s south coast and glacier lagoon
Waterfalls you can walk behind, black sand beaches and icebergs drifting out to sea, with a night in Vík.
- Duration
- 2 days
- Group size
- Up to 12
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guided in
- English
- Starts in
- Reykjavík
Overview
Iceland’s south coast packs its greatest hits into one road. In two days you’ll walk behind Seljalandsfoss, stand in the spray of Skógafoss, watch the waves at Reynisfjara and reach Jökulsárlón, where icebergs break off the glacier and float out to the ocean.
Travelling in a small group with a local guide means you get the best light at each stop, and in winter a good chance of the northern lights over Vík.
Highlights
- Walk behind the curtain of Seljalandsfoss
- Black sand and basalt columns at Reynisfjara
- Icebergs on Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach
- Northern lights hunting from Vík (September to April)
The route
6 stops, 626 km, about 9 hr 40 min on the move. Times are a guide and shift with the weather and the group.
Day 1
10am for 1 hr
Seljalandsfoss
A 60-metre waterfall with a path that loops behind it. Bring your waterproofs.
Minibus, 30 min, 30 km
11:30am for 1 hr
Skógafoss
Climb the 527 steps to the top, or stand at the bottom looking for rainbows in the spray.
- Meals: lunch
Minibus, 40 min, 35 km
2:30pm for 1 hr
Reynisfjara black sand beach
Basalt columns, sea stacks and powerful waves. Your guide explains how to stay safe from sneaker waves.
- Meals: dinner
- Sleep: Guesthouse in Vík
Minibus, 2 hr 50 min, 190 kmAcross the Eldhraun lava field
Day 2
11am for 1 hr 30 min
Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
Icebergs calve off Breiðamerkurjökull and drift across the lagoon. Seals often swim among them.
- Meals: breakfast
Walk, 10 min, 0.5 km
12:45pm for 45 min
Diamond Beach
Chunks of glacier ice wash up on the black sand and glitter in the sun.
Minibus, 5 hr 30 min, 370 kmBack along the Ring Road
8pm
Back in Reykjavík
Drop-off at bus stop 12, Hallgrímskirkja.
Dates and prices
- Adult £329, Single room £389
- 8% off when you book 60 days ahead
Starts 8:30am
Back Sun, 27 Sept 2026
Guaranteed to run
11 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Thu, 1 Oct 2026
Guaranteed to run
7 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Sun, 4 Oct 2026
Guaranteed to run
6 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Thu, 8 Oct 2026
Guaranteed to run
11 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Sun, 11 Oct 2026
7 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Thu, 15 Oct 2026
12 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Sun, 18 Oct 2026
12 seats left
£329
Starts 8:30am
Back Thu, 22 Oct 2026
10 seats left
£329
What’s included
What’s included
- Minibus and guide
- One night in Vík with breakfast
- Dinner in Vík
- Northern lights wake-up call
Not included
- Lunches
- Glacier lagoon boat trip (around £45)
- Tips
What to bring
- Waterproof jacket and trousers
- Warm hat and gloves
- Walking boots with grip
- Snacks
Good to know
Where to meet
Bus stop 12, Hallgrímskirkja
Eiríksgata, 101 Reykjavík
Be there at 08:15 for an 08:30 departure.
Finishes: Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík, around 20:00 on day 2
How fit do I need to be?
Easy. Gentle walking, fine for most fitness levels.
Short walks on wet, uneven ground. The path behind Seljalandsfoss is slippery.
Where you’ll sleep
A guesthouse in Vík with private rooms
Accessibility
Most viewpoints are close to the car park. The walk behind Seljalandsfoss is not step-free.
Cancelling
Cancel up to 7 days before your departure for a full refund. Within 7 days, we can’t refund, but you can move to another date once for free.
Questions
Will we see the northern lights?
From September to April there’s a good chance on a clear night. It’s never guaranteed, but your guide watches the forecast and wakes you if they appear.