Day Trips & Excursions in Iceland

Explore the Golden Circle at your own pace for a day with a private guide and driver on. With this customizable package, visit Thingvellir National Park, Gulfoss Waterfall, Geysir geothermal area, swim in the Secret Lagoon, stop by the Kerid Crater, and more. Round out your day by chasing the Northern Lights.

Home to icy caves, mighty glaciers, and lava waterfalls, Iceland's west coast is a landscape of extraordinary natural beauty - but reaching the remote sites on your own is a challenge. On this tour, spin through the rugged wilderness by powerful super-Jeep with your guide. Reach top attractions including Barnafoss waterfall, Húsafell, and the Langjökull glacier, and see the best of western Iceland with ease.

Feast your senses on the scenic wonders of Landmannalaugar on a full-day tour of Iceland's spectacular countryside from Reykjavik. Climb aboard a powerful Super Jeep and delight at sights of south Iceland's fertile farmlands as you travel towards Hekla, a colossal active volcano surrounded by rugged terrain. Then, delve into the rich geological and historical heritage of Landmannalaugar, a rural expanse famed for its scenic beauty, as you follow exhilarating hiking trails. Conclude your tour at the incredible Hjalparfoss waterfall before returning to Reykjavik.

Visit Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula on this 8-hour private tour from Reykjavik by super Jeep. You'll explore the volcanic landscapes of the island's southwest region and check out an underground network of lava caves - part of Iceland's seemingly endless natural wonders. Transport is by specially modified Jeep with hotel pickup and drop-off provided.

Enhance your experience of Iceland's natural splendor on a full-day Super Jeep tour from Reykjavik. With a professional guide, marvel at physical wonders like the Langjökull glacier and the mighty Hraunfossar waterfalls, and then discover the petrified allure of the Lava Cave in Hallmundahraun Lava. Gain insight into Iceland's rich historical heritage at Reykholt, home to influential author Snorri Sturluson, before marveling at Deildartunguhver, the largest and most powerful hot spring in the northern hemisphere.

Bathe in geothermal pools and experience Iceland's volcanic beauty up close on this leisurely 6 hour hiking and hot springs tour from Reykjavik. With an expert guide, leave Reykjavik and head to the greenhouse town of Hveragerdi town where Reykjadalur valley is located. Situated in the Mt Hengill volcanic range, Reykjadalur is known for its steaming hot springs and stunning surroundings. Admire the otherworldly scenery of this smokey valley and pass gushing rivers and bubbling pools during a relaxed hike through the hills of the valley. Learn all about Iceland's past and underground volcanic systems, and stop at a naturally heated hot spring where you will have the chance to bathe in the warm waters.

Go deep into a world of blue ice and frozen tunnels on a full-day tour from Reykjavík to the man made Ice Cap Glacier on Langjökull. Start the day at the steaming Deildartunguhver hot spring, then see the lacy, scenic waterfalls at Hraunfossar. Rumble through ice caves in an 8-wheel monster truck, then continue on foot into caves lit by vivid LED lights. Listen to the sounds of creaking ice and dripping water, then return to the surface and relax on a comfortable bus for the trip back to Reykjavík.

This tour allows you to explore Iceland's largest natural lava cave, as well as the most powerful hot spring in Europe and the Hraunfossar lava waterfalls in a single 10-hour tour. Take a guided walk through the Víðgelmir cave and relax in the Húsafell geothermal pool.

Explore a lava cave and Iceland's Hengill and Reykjadalur geothermal areas on a day trip from Reykjavik. Head first to Leiðarendi lava cave in the Bláfjöll mountains and take a caving tour to see its multicolored lava formations. Then, hike through Hengill and Reykjadalur, known as 'Steam Valley,' for its steaming pools and vents, and enjoy an optional soak in a geothermal stream. Minivan transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and caving gear included.

Take in the gorgeous scenery of Landmannalaugar's multicolored mountains, clear blue lakes and steaming hot springs on a full-day tour from Reykjavik. Travel in a sturdy Jeep to this stunning destination that can be visited in all seasons. See Mt Hekla, the most active volcano in Iceland, and take short hikes with your guide to explore this extraordinary landscape. You can see lava fields and waterfalls, and soak in the natural hot springs. You'll discover why Landmannalaugar is a favorite of locals and visitors alike.

Get personalized attention and enjoy a flexible itinerary on this full-day private tour of Iceland's famous Golden Circle. Stops include Strokkur geyser, the Gullfoss waterfall, and Îingvellir National Park. Warm up with a dip in the Secret Lagoon, the country's oldest thermal pool. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from your Reykjavik hotel included.

Experience Icelandic adventures like walking on ice and lava during this 9-hour tour from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar and Hekla volcano. Take a dip in a natural hot spring and see geological features like volcanic ash as you explore sights such as Hjálparfoss waterfall, Ljótipollur Lake, and Frostastaðavatn Lake. Transport is by 4x4 super Jeep, which takes you both off-road and along highways.

Check off south Iceland's best sites without the hassle of driving and travel planning on this full-day guided tour from Reykjavik. Traveling in a minibus in a small group, see the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers, as well as the black-sand beach of Reynisfjara, village of Vík, and Skógarfoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, on the journey toward Jökulsárlón where you take a boat tour among the glacial lagoon's icebergs.

Explore Iceland's rugged south coast with its waterfalls, black beaches, and cliffs on a private day trip from Reykjavik. Take advantage of a flexible itinerary to visit the sites that most interest you at your preferred pace. View the famous Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, perhaps check out the Sólheimajökull glacier, and see dark sand bays, the Dyrhólaey rock arch, and other, lesser-known attractions. Private round-trip transport and entrance fees are included.

Get a firsthand look at the wild beauty of Lake Mývatn on an 8-hour tour from Akureyri. Learn about the geology, geothermal activity, flora, and fauna of the area from your guide as you travel. Visit Goðafoss Waterfall and the Mývatn Nature Baths (entrance included). Hotel pickup and drop-off provided.

Lay eyes on Iceland's wildest landscapes and famous natural wonders on this full-day Golden Circle and Kjölur trip. Traveling by 4x4 with an expert guide, journey along the legend-swathed Kjölur route through the central Highlands, one of Europe's last wildernesses. Pass glaciers, lakes and colorful volcanic mountains as your guide shares tales of ancient outlaws and trolls. Complement your adventure with a tour of the Golden Circle highlights, visiting ethereal Thingvellir National Park, the Gullfoss waterfall and Geysir's hot springs. Numbers are limited to six for a more personalized experience.

Take the ultimate ice adventure while vacationing in Iceland during this full-day trip from Reykjavik to the Langjokull Ice Cave. Traverse the icy landscape via snowmobile to reach the entrance to the cave. Then, explore the blue man-made tunnels of the glacier with an informative guide to learn more about these icy natural wonders. This tour also includes visits to nearby waterfalls which dot the Icelandic landscape.

Hike glaciers and watch the Northern Lights on an 11-hour tour from Reykjavik that combines two of Iceland's top activities. Explore the incredible terrain of the Sólheimajökull glacier on foot with your experienced guide, checking out the crevasses and moulins (ice holes) of this frozen landscape. Enjoy several hours on the glacier, followed by a visit to Skógarfoss waterfall. Warm up with a two-course dinner at a traditional restaurant, then head outside to the best lookout points to see the Northern Lights - a truly magnificent experience.

Discover the wonders of Iceland's southern coast on a private day trip from Reykjavik. Take in the volcanic landscape that runs along the Atlantic shoreline as you make your way to natural attractions like Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls and Reynisfjara, a black-sand beach. You'll also make a stop in the town of Vik.

Explore a magnificent subterranean world of ice crystals and rock formations with a full-day tour to Iceland's Lofthellir cave. Journey off-road from Akureyri through remote volcanic fields and see natural attractions like Lake Mývatn, Mt Hverfell and the crater row of Lúdentarborgir along the way. Descend into the cave at the base of a mountain, and wander through its jagged, icy caverns while your expert guide shares the story of its formation. Numbers are limited to 14 people for a personalized small-group experience.