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South Coast and Glacier Lagoon Tour
4.4
637 Ratings
Reykjavík
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Iceland’s South Coast and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon on this day tour from Reykjavik. Marvel at waterfalls, glaciers, volcanoes, and the sparkling ice on Diamond Beach.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Iceland’s South Coast and Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon on this day tour from Reykjavik. Marvel at waterfalls, glaciers, volcanoes, and the sparkling ice on Diamond Beach.
Duration:
14 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Volcano Eyjafjallajokull - Eyjafjallajökull is Iceland’s most infamous volcano, known for its 2010 eruption that disrupted European flights for several weeks.
- Seljalandsfoss - On the return journey from the glacier lagoon, a stop at Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s unique waterfalls, is planned. This waterfall is special due to the footpath…
- Volcano Eyjafjallajokull - Eyjafjallajökull is Iceland’s most infamous volcano, known for its 2010 eruption that disrupted European flights for several weeks.
- Seljalandsfoss - On the return journey from the glacier lagoon, a stop at Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s unique waterfalls, is planned. This waterfall is special due to the footpath behind it, offering a fresh perspective when weather conditions allow.
- Skogafoss - Before arriving at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, a visit to Skogafoss is included. This breathtaking waterfall provides excellent views from both the base and the top, accessible via a staircase.
- Vik - A break for restrooms and dinner (at personal expense).
- Glacier Lagoon - The vast Vatnajokull glacier spans 14,000 sq km, and its section, Breidamerkurjokull, forms the enchanting Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. A short walk leads to Diamond Beach, where icebergs glisten like jewels on the black sand.
- Diamond Beach Jokulsarlon - During the Jökulsárlón stop, a visit to the nearby Diamond Beach is recommended to witness the beautiful icebergs on the black sand.
- Vatnajokull National Park - Enjoy unforgettable views of the Skaftafell wilderness area within Vatnajokull National Park.
- Skeiðarársandur - Travel through the strikingly beautiful black sand plains of Skeidararsandur.
- Vik - Here, visitors can purchase lunch, shop for souvenirs, or take a short stroll in the village or along the beach.
What's Included
- On-board WiFi
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pickup and drop-off from selected locations (if option is selected)
- On-board WiFi
- Professional guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Pickup and drop-off from selected locations (if option is selected)
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Boat tours on the glacier lagoon
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Boat tours on the glacier lagoon
Additional Information
The South Coast and Glacier Lagoon Tour offers a full day of exploring the vibrant and diverse Icelandic landscape. Participants will enjoy breathtaking views of the Vatnajokull glacier, the majestic Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, and the dazzling ice formations on Diamond Beach at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.
As the tour progresses towards the…
The South Coast and Glacier Lagoon Tour offers a full day of exploring the vibrant and diverse Icelandic landscape. Participants will enjoy breathtaking views of the Vatnajokull glacier, the majestic Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, and the dazzling ice formations on Diamond Beach at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.
As the tour progresses towards the glacier lagoon, travelers will journey through Iceland’s South Coast, a region renowned for its stunning waterfalls, dramatic black sands, expansive glaciers, and volcanoes nestled among farmlands. The tour provides unforgettable vistas of the Skaftafell wilderness area within Vatnajokull National Park and traverses the striking black sand plains of Skeidararsandur. Before arriving at the lagoon, there is also an opportunity to view Oraefajokull, Iceland’s largest active volcano.
- Please note: Boat tours on the glacier lagoon are not included in the tour price.
- Warm and waterproof clothing is recommended
- Drop-off after tour may not be directly in front of your hotel, depending on route and traffic limitations.
- Stops will be made during the tour where you can purchase meals and use restroom facilities
- Tour is approximately 14,5 hours long, but with regular stops along the way
Location
Bus Terminal Reykjavík
Vatnsmýrarvegur
The meeting point is at the BSI Bus Terminal our centrally located Bus Terminal. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(637 Ratings)
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Lisa_n
May 25, 2026
Loved Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach! - Long but fantastic tour! Wonderful scenery! Mikki was great! He made sure we had frequent restroom stops. The tour departed on time and the first pickup was smooth!
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Judy_h
Feb 21, 2026
What a great way to spend a day!! - We had two of the most experienced and wonderful people to take care of us. Chris our guide was great, keeping us informed and making sure we were doing great!
Robert , our driver took us safely for 14 hours through some of the most challenging wind storms I’ve ever been through!! Bravo!! Great tour
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Kayin_r
Oct 20, 2025
Overall incredible... - Overall incredible experience which was coordinated well and delivered on both the lagoon and diamond beach, providing an unforgettable experience.
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Chloe_n
Oct 18, 2025
Ng - The tour is amazing and we really have the great day. The tour guide is knowledgeable and I will definitely join again .
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Marie_g
Sep 25, 2025
Breathtaking - What an amazing tour , its long but so worth it. Breathtaking views of waterfalls, glaciers and diamond beach. What an experience. Would do it again.
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Teres_b
Sep 24, 2025
A wonderful day - Karen was a wonderful driver and guide!! She has so many amazing stories about the area. Her expertise made a long trip very informative and enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour and especially this guide.
The sights were great,though the beach didn't have " diamonds" today. Its very nature dependent, but seeing the glacier pieces in the bay was so beautiful! Keep an eye open you may see seals. The water falls were wonderful highlights! Especially the one lit at night.
Thanks GrayLine and Karen for a wonderful day.
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453vyd
Feb 13, 2026
The feeling of this tour - It is a thankful tour by the Chief who has gone over 800km. This tour takes at least eight hours away, so if you have a dry photo during the bus ride, it should be taken immediately. It's a great view because it doesn't stop. This part is so bad. It's unfortunate to understand a hundred times because of the tour time.
Toilets and meals, rather often stop for shopping. Don't even ignore the money you need to spend at least to sit in the restaurant.
The tour guide (Gunnar) is very knowledgeable and explains a lot on the bus, so the journey will be boring because it's long on the bus, but sometimes it seems boring for others.
In other comments I saw a lot that we were going to see Aurora for the last time, but we didn't hear about Aurora, and there was no stop on the way home.
As a result felt like a journey to the Diamond Beach. Of course, the nature of Iceland is indescribably beautiful. But it feels like it's just the price of oil and the cost of driving. If I had a glacier hiking tour I would also like to.
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Luann_t
Sep 29, 2025
Delightful Day! - Our guide was excellent and the itinerary great. It's a long day however well worth the adventure! The only thing that would have made it perfect was a pause in the rain :)
Thanks for the great care, experience, and memories!
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Tim_f
May 1, 2026
Unfortunate - I had taken this tour three days prior, it was absolutely amazing! When I received the email confirmation, it explained for a 730 excursion. Waiting for the tour bus from 719 until 815 I called. They explained to me the excursion started at 7:30, but they stopped by to pick me up at 7 AM. I have been downstairs having breakfast and missed the bus! Truly a disappointment!! The main goal for this trip was to see the diamond Beach, that was the main part of this excursion. Thankfully, I had taken a previous excursion to win the diamond beach, but the weather was a little crappy. This day, the weather was beautiful, and I’m sure they had a wonderful time. Unfortunately, I missed out! I’m not pointing fingers, but I wish it would’ve been clearer on the email they sent to be in the lobby at seven and not 730. If you booked this trip, make sure you know what time they’re going to pick you up.
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Linda_s
Apr 26, 2026
Beware of Start Time - Be aware of tour start time. My ticket from Viator stated tour starts at 8:00 am and be at pickup location at 7:30 am. We arrived at 7:25 am and waited for 50 minutes with several other tour buses coming and going. I called the actual tour company to inquire about our tour only to find out that it actually started at 7:30 am and we should have been at the pickup location at 7:00 am. The bus left without us. I sent requested screenshots of the Viator ticket to the tour company so they can address it with Viator. I requested a refund from Viator explaining what happened. Viator did refund the entire amount within a couple of hours. Unfortunately, I can’t comment on the tour itself. This was our last day and we were unable to book for another day. This was NO fault of the tour company.
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