Guided South Coast Day Trip from Reykjavik with Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Seljalandsfoss, and Volcano Stops
by Reykjavik Excursions
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This full-day bus tour lasts about 14 and a half hours, starting and ending in Reykjavik. It includes guided visits to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach, with stops along the South Coast. The tour begins with a drive east from Reykjavik, passing the Eyjafjallajökull volcano, known for its 2010 eruption and glacier cap. Next, the group stops at Skógafoss waterfall for 25 minutes to view its 60-meter cascade and hear the local legend about a Viking treasure behind the falls. A 40-minute lunch break takes place in the village of Freysnes, surrounded by views of southern mountains and glaciers. After lunch, the tour continues to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon for about 80 minutes, where blue waters hold drifting icebergs from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, with depths over 248 meters. A 15-minute stop follows at Diamond Beach, where icebergs wash up on black volcanic sand. The group then spends 45 minutes in the coastal village of Vík, known for its black sand beaches and basalt sea stacks, allowing time for dinner. Next is Seljalandsfoss waterfall for 25 minutes, where visitors can walk behind the water curtain framed by a natural alcove. A short 20-minute stop in Hvolsvöllur allows time to stretch before the return to Reykjavik. The tour includes onboard WiFi, a professional guide, and pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik, with cruise port pickup available if selected. Food and drinks are not included. The tour operates in cold weather, so warm clothing and rain gear are recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Reykjavik
The tour departs from Reykjavik and begins the drive along Iceland’s South Coast toward the glacier lagoon.
Volcano Eyjafjallajokull
Eyjafjallajökull is a glacier-covered stratovolcano famous for its 2010 eruption that disrupted European air traffic. The name means “island mountain glacier,” reflecting its dramatic combination of ice and volcanic features.
Skogafoss
Skógafoss waterfall drops 60 meters along the Skógá River on the southern coast. Visitors have about 25 minutes to view the falls and its mist, which often produces rainbows. Local legend says a Viking treasure is hidden behind the waterfall.
25 min
Lunch break in Freysnes
A 40-minute rest stop in the village of Freysnes offers views of Iceland’s southern mountains and glaciers, providing a quiet place for lunch.
40 min
Glacier Lagoon
At Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon near Skaftafell, visitors spend about 80 minutes viewing floating icebergs from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. The lagoon covers 18 square kilometers and reaches depths over 248 meters.
80 min
Diamond Beach
Diamond Beach is a black sand shore where icebergs from the nearby glacier lagoon wash up. Visitors have 15 minutes to see the contrast of clear ice on dark volcanic sand.
15 min
Vik
The coastal village of Vík is known for its black sand beaches and basalt sea stacks. There is a 45-minute dinner break to enjoy the scenery and local atmosphere.
45 min
Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss waterfall is unique because visitors can walk behind the falling water inside a natural cave-like alcove. The stop lasts about 25 minutes.
25 min
Hvolsvollur
A short 20-minute stop in the town of Hvolsvöllur allows guests to stretch and refresh before continuing toward the glacier lagoon.
20 min
Reykjavik
The tour returns to Reykjavik at the end of the day, with hotel drop-off available and final information provided by the guide.
Meeting point
BSI Bus Terminal is our centrally located Bus Terminal. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
End point
BSÍ Bus Terminal is our centrally located hub in Reykjavík, just a short walk from the city center. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. It's the main departure point for airport transfers and day tours - making it easy and convenient to start your journey with us.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Guided South Coast Day Trip from Reykjavik with Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Seljalandsfoss, and Volcano Stops
by Reykjavik Excursions
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$370Overview
This full-day bus tour lasts about 14 and a half hours, starting and ending in Reykjavik. It includes guided visits to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach, with stops along the South Coast. The tour begins with a drive east from Reykjavik, passing the Eyjafjallajökull volcano, known for its 2010 eruption and glacier cap. Next, the group stops at Skógafoss waterfall for 25 minutes to view its 60-meter cascade and hear the local legend about a Viking treasure behind the falls. A 40-minute lunch break takes place in the village of Freysnes, surrounded by views of southern mountains and glaciers. After lunch, the tour continues to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon for about 80 minutes, where blue waters hold drifting icebergs from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, with depths over 248 meters. A 15-minute stop follows at Diamond Beach, where icebergs wash up on black volcanic sand. The group then spends 45 minutes in the coastal village of Vík, known for its black sand beaches and basalt sea stacks, allowing time for dinner. Next is Seljalandsfoss waterfall for 25 minutes, where visitors can walk behind the water curtain framed by a natural alcove. A short 20-minute stop in Hvolsvöllur allows time to stretch before the return to Reykjavik. The tour includes onboard WiFi, a professional guide, and pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik, with cruise port pickup available if selected. Food and drinks are not included. The tour operates in cold weather, so warm clothing and rain gear are recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Reykjavik
The tour departs from Reykjavik and begins the drive along Iceland’s South Coast toward the glacier lagoon.
Volcano Eyjafjallajokull
Eyjafjallajökull is a glacier-covered stratovolcano famous for its 2010 eruption that disrupted European air traffic. The name means “island mountain glacier,” reflecting its dramatic combination of ice and volcanic features.
Skogafoss
Skógafoss waterfall drops 60 meters along the Skógá River on the southern coast. Visitors have about 25 minutes to view the falls and its mist, which often produces rainbows. Local legend says a Viking treasure is hidden behind the waterfall.
25 min
Lunch break in Freysnes
A 40-minute rest stop in the village of Freysnes offers views of Iceland’s southern mountains and glaciers, providing a quiet place for lunch.
40 min
Glacier Lagoon
At Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon near Skaftafell, visitors spend about 80 minutes viewing floating icebergs from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. The lagoon covers 18 square kilometers and reaches depths over 248 meters.
80 min
Diamond Beach
Diamond Beach is a black sand shore where icebergs from the nearby glacier lagoon wash up. Visitors have 15 minutes to see the contrast of clear ice on dark volcanic sand.
15 min
Vik
The coastal village of Vík is known for its black sand beaches and basalt sea stacks. There is a 45-minute dinner break to enjoy the scenery and local atmosphere.
45 min
Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss waterfall is unique because visitors can walk behind the falling water inside a natural cave-like alcove. The stop lasts about 25 minutes.
25 min
Hvolsvollur
A short 20-minute stop in the town of Hvolsvöllur allows guests to stretch and refresh before continuing toward the glacier lagoon.
20 min
Reykjavik
The tour returns to Reykjavik at the end of the day, with hotel drop-off available and final information provided by the guide.
Meeting point
BSI Bus Terminal is our centrally located Bus Terminal. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure.
End point
BSÍ Bus Terminal is our centrally located hub in Reykjavík, just a short walk from the city center. Please be there at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. It's the main departure point for airport transfers and day tours - making it easy and convenient to start your journey with us.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.