Route 1 Drive Past Hveragerði

The trip starts in Reykjavík and continues along Route 1 through small towns and the Icelandic countryside. Along this route lies Hveragerði, a town recognized for its geothermal Hot River in Reykjadalur and numerous greenhouses. Reykjadalur is situated within a rift valley formed by the Eurasian and North American continental plates.

Drive Through Selfoss

The tour continues through Selfoss, the largest town and administrative center of South Iceland, observed while traveling along the route.

View Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Visitors observe Seljalandsfoss, a waterfall with a 60-meter drop originating from the slopes of Eyjafjallajökull volcano. This strong waterfall creates a distinctive and memorable sight for those who stop to see it.

30 min

Gljufrabui Waterfall Visit

The group is guided to Gljufrabui, a hidden waterfall often missed by visitors.

30 min

Eyjafjallajökull Eruption Info

Information is provided about Eyjafjallajökull’s significant 2010 eruption, the event that brought global attention to Iceland.

Stop at Skógafoss Waterfall

Skógafoss waterfall, with a 60-meter (197 feet) drop facing south, is visited. The mist often creates rainbows, and there is an option to climb to the top for panoramic views.

30 min

Sólheimajökull Glacier Visit

Sólheimajökull Glacier, an outlet of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, is explored to observe the glacier’s ice cap and surrounding landscape.

30 min

View Dyrhólaey from Reynisfjara

From Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, the stone sea arches of Dyrhólaey can be seen in the distance.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Visitors see Reynisfjara beach, known for basalt columns on the cliffs, Atlantic waves, and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks offshore.

30 min

Brief Stop at Vík Village

On the second day, a short stop is made in Vík Village to view the black sand beach and surrounding hills.

20 min

Eldhraun Lava Field

The tour passes the Eldhraun Lava Field, covered in thick moss over ancient lava formations, showing a contrast between volcanic rock and greenery.

10 min

Hofskirkja Turf Church

Hofskirkja, Iceland’s last turf church built in the 19th century, is seen with its turf roof blending into moss-covered burial mounds nearby.

15 min

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon

Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon features ever-changing views as wind and tides slowly move the icebergs. Visitors may see seals swimming in the water or resting on nearby beaches.

40 min

Diamond Beach

Diamond Beach lies a short walk from the Glacier Lagoon and is named for the many colorful iceberg fragments scattered across its black sand. Wind and Atlantic waves continuously shape these ice pieces into various forms.

20 min

Blue Ice Cave Expedition

The Blue Ice Cave expedition begins with a superjeep ride to natural ice caves formed inside glaciers by freezing fresh water during Iceland’s cold winters. New caves form each year as glaciers melt and refreeze, creating blue ice formations. Local guides lead visitors to selected caves. After exploring, the group returns to Jökulsárlón, then heads back to Reykjavík with a stop in Vík.

180 min