South Coast: Fire & Ice - Waterfalls, Glaciers & Icelandic Lava Show in Vík
Overview
Join us to find out why Iceland is named the Land of Ice & Fire, with this fantastic day on the South Coast that includes the Icelandic Lava Show and a guided valley walk to get incredible views of the crevasse riddled Solheimajökull glacier. Join this small group tour and you'll stop at the must see Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, visit the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, learn all about Iceland's geology and volcanoes whilst witnessing re-melted lava at the Lava Show. Plus, get incredible views of an enormous glacier for unmatched pictures. This is a one day tour you'll never forget. All of Hidden Iceland's tours operate with a maximum of 12 people, and you will be joined by friendly and knowledgeable English speaking guides.
This tour does NOT include a glacier hike but we will get close to the terminal face of the glacier for great views.
This tour does NOT include a glacier hike but we will get close to the terminal face of the glacier for great views.
Inclusions
- One of Hidden Iceland's wonderful English speaking professional guides
- Guided valley walk for incredible views of the glacier
- Transport by comfortable and spacious air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter
- Icelandic Lava Show
- Pickup and drop-off from designated bus pickup points in Reykjavik
- Rental of waterproof jackets, pants or hiking boots. Must be pre-booked.
- Entry/Admission - Seljalandsfoss
- Entry/Admission - Lava Show
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland
Iconic South Iceland waterfall
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland
Black Sand Beach
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Lava Show, Vikurbraut 5, Vik 870 Iceland
Witness real molten lava and learn all about Iceland's volcanoes, and how they have affected the town of Vík in this dramatic and unique show
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Vik, Vik, South Region
Seaside town with church, cafes and fantastic views. Great options for lunch in this town. This stop will be shortened during the darkest winter months (Nov-Jan) with lunch had on the go to save precious daylight hours.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Solheimajokull Glacier, Vik Iceland
Guided walk (15-20 minutes each way) down the valley to get a view and photos of the enormous glacier and lagoon. Your guide will explain all about the changing glacier and landscape.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Hella Iceland
Waterfall that is possible to walk behind (when not icy).
Duration: 40 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Skogafoss, Skogar Iceland
Iconic South Iceland waterfall
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Reynisfjara Beach, Route 215, Vik Iceland
Black Sand Beach
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Lava Show, Vikurbraut 5, Vik 870 Iceland
Witness real molten lava and learn all about Iceland's volcanoes, and how they have affected the town of Vík in this dramatic and unique show
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Vik, Vik, South Region
Seaside town with church, cafes and fantastic views. Great options for lunch in this town. This stop will be shortened during the darkest winter months (Nov-Jan) with lunch had on the go to save precious daylight hours.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Solheimajokull Glacier, Vik Iceland
Guided walk (15-20 minutes each way) down the valley to get a view and photos of the enormous glacier and lagoon. Your guide will explain all about the changing glacier and landscape.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Seljalandsfoss, Hella Iceland
Waterfall that is possible to walk behind (when not icy).
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 8 years
- Sturdy, waterproof footwear recommended
- We have to pick up from designated pickup point around Reykjavik. Restrictions imposed by the City of Reykjavik mean that we cannot pick up from certain hotels or AirBnB addresses, rather nearby designated bus pickup points. Please contact us to inform us of where you are staying and we will inform you of nearest pickup point.
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- We will stop in the south coast town of Hvolsvöllur to load up on snacks for the day. You can shop here and bring food and for the day if you want to spend more time at the sights during lunch. There is ample time to have lunch at The Soup Company located within the Icelandic Lava Show premises. The soups are filling and delicious, as are the paninis and sandwiches here.
- During the darkest winter months we will need to order food to have on the go, so that we can use the precious short daylight hours at the wonderful South Coast sights. Lunch is not included in this tour.
- Where 1 metres distance cannot be maintained, masks will need to be worn. This is in line with Icelandic law. If guests do not have their own masks, then masks will be provided.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
ihorp493
May 2023
Amazing experience from all sides! Comfortable bus, super professional guide Simon who knows everything about the country, answers all kinds of questions and also took us to a few really special places :)
Amazing experience from all sides! Comfortable bus, super professional guide Simon who knows everything about the country, answers all kinds of questions and also took us to a few really special places :)Priya_C
May 2023
Awesome trip/tour our guide was amazing sorry I can’t remember how to spell her name. The lava show was wonderful.
Awesome trip/tour our guide was amazing sorry I can’t remember how to spell her name. The lava show was wonderful.swcasteel
April 2023
Excellent trip. Saw more than expected. Great guide, Bjorn make trip very enlightening and educational. Recommend to anyone.
Excellent trip. Saw more than expected. Great guide, Bjorn make trip very enlightening and educational. Recommend to anyone.Stelzzng
December 2022
I loved this tour! Nicely paced and unrushed! The sights were breathtakingly magnificent ! Our Guide Einar is the best! He was patient and extremely knowledgeable, we learned so much about Iceland from him! He also remembered everyone’s name and made personalized recommendations for local food, ...
I loved this tour! Nicely paced and unrushed! The sights were breathtakingly magnificent ! Our Guide Einar is the best! He was patient and extremely knowledgeable, we learned so much about Iceland from him! He also remembered everyone’s name and made personalized recommendations for local food, bars and bakeries while we were on the road. Hidden Iceland is also very responsive with emails , I got a response very promptly from the owner when I first wrote them to inquire about the tours. Einar said that the company is family owned and very detail-orientated. No wonder the service is top notch! Highly recommended for your tours in Iceland!!jillmQ355SS
December 2022
Einar was the best guide on our Fire and Ice Tour! He was very knowledgeable about the history of Iceland. He was fun, informative and gave us great suggestions for local restaurants, shopping and other “must see” activities. We’re so glad we booked this tour!
Einar was the best guide on our Fire and Ice Tour! He was very knowledgeable about the history of Iceland. He was fun, informative and gave us great suggestions for local restaurants, shopping and other “must see” activities. We’re so glad we booked this tour!ANDREW_L
May 2022
Excellent tour . We had a great guide that was enthusiastic, informative and personable. She made for an excellent experience The south coast was beautiful and the lava show in Vik was great . Overall a good value for the money.
Excellent tour . We had a great guide that was enthusiastic, informative and personable. She made for an excellent experience The south coast was beautiful and the lava show in Vik was great . Overall a good value for the money.