3-Day Reykjavik, Golden Circle, Ice Cave, Jokulsarlon & Fjadrargljufur Canyon

This 3-day tour of the Golden Circle and South Coast Ice Cave Adventure takes you to all of the major highlights of the famous Golden Circle as well as the magnificent South Coast of the island, including a visit to the stunning Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and a natural ice cave. Your professional guide will also be the driver of the mini bus that takes you to some of the most picturesque spots in Iceland, including the Fjadrargljufur Canyon. You will be in a small group on this adventure for a more personalized experience which also includes accommodations for two nights along with breakfast at the hotels. Pick up and drop off from selected Reykjavik pick up points is also included.

Itinerary

Day 1: The Famous Golden Circle Route

Stop At: Thingvellir, Thingvellir, South Region
In Thingvellir National Park, step between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates below a dramatic cliff face. Iceland’s historic parliament was founded in 930 CE, making it the oldest still existing parliament in the world. Þingvellir is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Geysir, Geysir, South Region
Next, you’ll visit the geothermal wonder Geysir Geothermal Area. Geysir was once a magnificent geyser that lent its name to the English word geyser. Though now dormant, its neighbor Strokkur always delights. You won’t have to wait more than a few minutes to see Strokkur burst forth scalding water skywards, jumping up to 25 meters high.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Gullfoss Waterfall, Blaskogabyggd Iceland
Finally, we stop at Gullfoss (the Golden Falls), the most-visited waterfall in Iceland. Witness the powerful Hvita (“White”) River roar down the two-tiered cliffs into the rugged canyon below. The force of the falls and the beauty of the surrounding golden mist are a sight to behold.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, South Region
After the Golden Circle, we drive southward. Your hotel for the night will be close to the small town of Kirkjubæjarklaustur, a fantastic base to catch the mesmerizing Northern Lights if conditions are right. A little luck is very useful when it comes to auroras!
Duration: 50 minutes

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: One night at a hotel near Vík.


Day 2: Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Ice Caving

Stop At: Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell National Park Route 1, Jokulsarlon 781 Iceland
In the morning, we head east towards the magnificent Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and nearby Diamond Beach. The lagoon is filled with icebergs of all shapes and sizes, as they glide in a dreamlike procession towards the salty waves of the Atlantic. The multifaceted colors are caused by a combination of factors, including ice compression.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Fellsfjara, Diamond Head Drive Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon, Jokulsarlon Iceland
Many of the icebergs are washed ashore at the Diamond Beach, where they glitter like diamonds on the black sand. There’s nothing quite like walking on the beach as sunlight illuminates the beach with bright blue tones of the icebergs. Ocean birds are abundant and, if you’re lucky, you might spot a playful seal.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Skaftafell National Park, Vatnajokull National Park 785 Iceland
From Jokulsarlon, we head to Skaftafell Nature Reserve for a new adventure. Join our certified glacier guide and step into the mesmerizing world of Vatnajokull Glacier.

After taking a beautiful glacier hike, we’ll enter a natural ice cave where you’ll have some time to explore and take photos. Photographers will get the rare chance to capture mysterious blue light passing through glacial ice. During your adventure, an expert guide will explain the process of how these glacial ice formations came to be.
The ice cave we visit will be chosen based on current conditions. Including both ice cave and glacier hike exploration, we’ll spend roughly 2 hours on the ice. This tour is suitable for people who are able to comfortably walk around 2 hours across easy outdoor terrain.

Ice cave temperatures hover well below freezing, so don’t forget to dress warmly.
Duration: 5 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Your accommodation for the night will be at the same hotel – Adventure Hotel Geirland.



Day 3: South Coast Sightseeing

Stop At: Fjadrargljufur Canyon, Route 206 3.5KM off The Ring Road, Kirkjubaejarklaustur Iceland
After a nourishing breakfast, we’ll start our day slowly driving towards Reykjavik and making plenty of stops along the way. If the roads are clear, we’ll start the day off with a quick detour to Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Eldhraun Lava Field, 9cm3mvg5+qm Prvh+35 Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Island, Kirkjubaejarklaustur Iceland
Next, we’ll have the chance to visit the iconic Eldhraun lava field before heading to Reynisfjara black beach.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland
The powerful waves of the Atlantic Ocean really show their force here. Watch as these roaring, white-tipped beauties crash onto the black beach. A word of warning – the waves here can be unpredictable! Always follow the advice of your tour guide.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland
Skógafoss - an impressive waterfall that drops 60 m into a tranquil pool below. There are 527 steps leading to the top, yet the steep climb is worth it for the panorama alone. The famous volcano, Eyjafjallajökull, lurks high above the waterfall, so if visibility is good you’ll get a glimpse of this magnificent mountain glacier.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Volcano Hekla, Iceland
On a clear day, we’ll get great views of Mount Hekla on the way to Seljalandsfoss.

Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Hella Iceland
One of the most unusual waterfalls in the world. You can walk behind these graceful falls to enjoy the view from both sides.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Capital Region
After enjoying our final stop at Seljalandsfoss, your 3-Day Iceland’s South Coast tour comes to an end. We’ll return to Reykjavík between 16:00 and 19:00, depending on the conditions.

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.