Iceland South Coast: Glacier Lagoon Adventure

Embark on a thrilling day tour from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón, where you’ll witness stunning glaciers, icebergs, and waterfalls. Get up close to floating icebergs on a boat tour and explore the breathtaking beauty of Iceland’s south coast.

Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Stjornarfoss - Nestled near the village of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Stjórnarfoss is a stunningly symmetrical waterfall surrounded by lush green hills and striking rock formations. Easily reachable with a short walk, this tranquil cascade provides a peaceful stop with excellent photo opportunities, ideal for travelers eager to discover one of Iceland’s…
What's Included
  • Expert driver/guide
  • Scenic boat ride
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Private Tour
Additional Information

Experience the stunning allure of Iceland’s South Coast on a comprehensive day tour to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Travel through landscapes featuring majestic glaciers, black sand shores, and impressive volcanic coastlines, with visits to renowned locations such as Vík Village and the remarkable Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Get an…

Location
Þórunnartún 1
Þórunnartún
Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 1 (64.144389,-21.910327)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Angie_i
Oct 13, 2025
Great tour except we did... - Great tour except we did not get to ride the boat because of windy conditions. Just consider this is a possibility when booking.
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Alison_d
Oct 10, 2025
Heidi and Captain Thor... - Heidi and Captain Thor were excellent guides! Not only do they share interesting history and important information but Thor also sings and plays guitar! The diamond beach is not to be missed, nor the glacier lagoon boat ride! No better way to see the southern coast!
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Harmish_p
Oct 9, 2025
Exceptional Tour!!! - Be prepared for a long day. The guide, Pierre and driver Shimon did a fantastic job. Maybe in future a trash can can be provided closer towards dropoff once the tour has ended, as I noticed a lot of passengers left the bus very dirty and did not pickup after themselves. Another thing is there was a group of passengers who were CONSTANTLY late at every stop and delayed our departure from point to point. On a group tour as such, it is imperative to be considerate of everyone and that was really annoying. They got "unappealing looks" from everyone on the bus each time they were LATE. The overall tour was excellent. At some stops, longer wait times could be nice but given the long distance (800 kms) covered from Reykjavik it would be impossible. We got really lucky with the weather, no rain, however be cautious of strong winds during October, especially by Diamond Beach where the wind was howling and the closer you get to the mini gems the tide may rise above your shoe level so be prepared or waterproof your feet properly. Truly loved the "boat tour" at Jokuksarlon Glacier. You get very close to floating icebergs and also get to hold a piece of ICE while on the boat. It's an amazing landscape for paparazzis. Do GET ON THE BOAT (costs extra $$, but we'll worth it). The last stop was Seljalandsfosd waterfall at night the view was stunning. Just know that you won't be able to walk behind the falls at this time since it's very dark, slippery and rain maybe an additional factor.
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Ann_m
Oct 6, 2025
Great day - It was a lovely experience, I think I would have liked a bit more time on the diamond beach. It was a long day and felt a bit rushed at times but it doesn't reflect on my 5 star. On the way back the northern lights were out and it would have been nice to have pulled up at a safe place to watch them for a few pics as it would have been too late to have a northern lights tour booked On the whole the day was a success
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Jeanette_r
Oct 2, 2025
highlight of my Iceland trip - The highlight of my trip to Iceland. Nice, big luxurious bus. Definitely splurge for the boat tour. Worth every penny.
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Michael_k
Sep 28, 2025
Great Opportunity to Visit Multiple Spots in Iceland - You get to be picked up at your hotel (i did). You get to have worry free driving, for several, several hours, all day long by someone who isn't you. You get to see multiple sites in southern and south east Iceland. Do you feel a little pressed for time? Yes, during a few stops, but how else are you going to do it? I was hoping to have the chance to see the Glacier Lagoon. I did it. Very happy, and great staff leading the trip.
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L4837laalit
Sep 27, 2025
Amazing experience in the lagoon and diamond beach. - A long but a great tour. Started at 720 and finished at 10pm covering 800kms. But the views and places covered are indeed a must visit. The boat ride through the floating ice bergs near the diamond beach were amazing. There should be more time given at the beach but considering the long drive it's ok. Also the waterfalls were amazing. Guide Petra gave lot of information about Iceland and the region during the ride. A must see in Iceland. Recommended.
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Mercy_r
Sep 26, 2025
Breathtaking - This one is very very nice, the Lagoon glaciers, I love watching the ice floating in the water and the color turning it into blue, it depends how the sun light hit. And of course the waterfalls and scenery, breathtaking!❤️
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Odette_d
Oct 2, 2025
Beautiful road and beautiful... - Beautiful road and beautiful sites, but stretched a little too far in the foodservice/memorabilia sales sites. Dosage to review in time management. Very little time at both falls, and at night... not ideal. The landscapes are varied and very beautiful, reflecting the particularity of the country (volcanoes, glaciers, lava fields, beaches, etc...) Site of Jökulsarlón is truly beautiful and well worth the trip. The boat trip to approach the glaciers was cancelled due to the winds, so adequate safety concern on the part of the company. Reimbursement a bit complicated to get pcq no direct contact (no email address) with Viator who would refer us to Bus Travel who would refer us to ...Viator. Finally settled in less than two weeks. Stays a very nice day and recommended excursion with some adjustments to the schedule (e.g. make two short toilet breaks before stopping for dinner). Will remain a great memory of Iceland!
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Sabdy_m
Sep 27, 2025
Long day tour - This is a very long day trip. Be prepared to spend about 14 to 15 hours on the tour. Be mindful of the time given to explore the sight and the use of restroom and food breaks. At times there was just not enough time to explore and grab food. There are multiple stops for restrooms breaks but if you want to get food at any of the stops we recommend you grab something pre-made. We didn’t have enough time to eat our me because there were multiple tour groups arriving at the same time and we were only given 30 minutes.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).