South Coast & Northern Lights Tour: Southern Iceland Lava Fields, Glaciers & Beaches

This eight-hour tour offers an extensive exploration of southern Iceland’s natural landmarks and geological marvels. Highlights include Myrdalsjökull glacier, Vík town, Skógafoss waterfall, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and Reynisfjara black sand beach. Passengers benefit from complimentary WiFi on board along with multilingual audio guides available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and Icelandic. Each major point of interest receives about 30 minutes for exploration, allowing you to discover the glacial tongues extending from Myrdalsjökull ice cap, picturesque waterfalls like Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, and dramatic black sand beaches along the coast. Included in your ticket are round-trip hotel transfers, ensuring a smooth experience that covers over 150 kilometers of scenic routes.

Explore Myrdalsjökull Glacial Tongue

The tour includes a visit to the impressive glacial tongue at Myrdalsjökull. This glacier is one of Iceland's most striking natural landmarks, with an area last measured at 581 square kilometers and formed during the Holocene epoch around 9,000 years ago. Guests can spend up to an hour here capturing photos and learning about its history from knowledgeable guides who discuss its formation, size, and ongoing changes due to climate impact. Myrdalsjökull is unique for its extensive glacial tongues that descend into valleys below, offering a distinctive view of the power of ice.

Visit Vík Town

Your tour includes a stop at Vík town, Iceland's southernmost settlement established around 1870. With roughly 295 residents, it is renowned for its picturesque black sand beach and proximity to Reynisfjara black sand beach stretching about one kilometer along the coast. Visitors spend approximately half an hour here enjoying panoramic mountain views and learning from local guides about Vík's history, including significant volcanic eruptions in 1973 that reshaped the landscape. Unlike other tourist towns, Vík offers a more intimate experience with its small-scale infrastructure and close-knit community.

Marvel at Skógafoss Waterfall

The tour includes a visit to Skógafoss waterfall, where you can admire this stunning 60-meter high cascade. A staircase of over 579 steps built in 1984 allows visitors to walk behind the falls for an intimate view of its power and beauty. The base of the waterfall is about 30 meters wide and has been popular since being developed for tourism in the early 20th century. Skógafoss offers unique perspectives both from behind the falls and panoramic views atop the cliffs, with guests typically spending around one hour exploring various viewpoints and capturing memorable photos.

Tour Highlights

• Experience glacial tongue at Myrdalsjökull ice cap
• Discover Vík town's black sand beach charm
• Marvel at 60-meter high Skógafoss waterfall
• Explore hidden pathways behind Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Attempt to spot the Northern Lights and capture photos with them as a backdrop
• Enjoy complimentary WiFi on board throughout your journey
• Use multilingual audio guides in various languages
• Experience hassle-free travel with round-trip hotel transfers

This tour is ideal for nature enthusiasts, photography buffs, and adventure seekers. The eight-hour itinerary allows exploration of Myrdalsjökull glacial tongue, scenic views from Skógafoss waterfall, hidden pathways behind Seljalandsfoss waterfall, providing a complete understanding of southern Iceland's geological wonders alongside its stunning landscapes.