Top East Iceland Walking Tours

Many glacier tours in Vatnajökull National Park require travelers to walk from the parking lot to the glacier terminus, eating into their time on the ice. On this tour, maximize your time on Falljökull glacier by traveling as near as possible in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Explore moulins, crevasses, and other formations in the company of an Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides-certified guide.

Enjoy a safe and stress-free visit to Vatnajökull Glacier with this guided half-day tour. No need to worry if you’ve never been hiking near glaciers before, as a harness, crampons, and an ice axe are provided, and a teacher shows you how to use the gear. During the trip, visit Vatnajokull Glacier, and spend time exploring the icefall of Falljökull.

Iceland’s mighty glaciers boast some of the country’s most impressive scenery, but their isolated locations and icy terrain make exploring a challenge. On this beginner-level morning or afternoon hike, explore glacial landscapes around Falljökull with your guide. With safety equipment included, admire unrivaled views over the frozen wilderness.

Experience the chilling beauty of Iceland’s glaciers on this small-group ice cave tour in Vatnajökull National Park. Meet your guide at the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon and travel by huge-wheeled super Jeep out to the glacier. With crampons, an ice axe, and other ice hiking equipment, make a 2.5-3.7-mile (4-6 km) trek across the glacier while exploring the mysterious crevices and ice caves of this sublime landscape.

The Svínafellsjökull glacier is part of Europe’s largest glacier and the icy landscapes offer a dramatic backdrop for a hiking adventure. This morning or afternoon guided glacier hike in the Skaftafell-Vatnajökull National Park ensures a personalized experience, with a small group of up to eight participants, and full instruction provided.

The Vatnajökull glacier is widely considered the jewel in Skaftafell National Park’s crown, but the icy terrain holds hidden dangers. On this ice-caving tour, hike around and beneath the Vatnajökull glacier with your certified guide, and explore millions of years of natural geology. With crampons and safety equipment included, enjoy uninterrupted views over the icy landscapes for which Iceland is famous.

Take an unforgettable hike across Iceland’s largest ice cap, Vatnajökull, on this small-group adventure. Accompanied by a guide, you’ll marvel at naturally-formed ice caves, venture through more difficult routes that larger groups cannot reach, and soak up Iceland’s iconic ice giants with ample photo opportunities. Tours include safety training plus all equipment needed, including crampons, helmets, harnesses, and ice axes.

Trek deep into Skaftafell National Park and marvel at Iceland’s beauty on this adventurous glacier hike. Make your own way to Skaftafell and gear up for rugged trails to the tongue of the Falljökull Glacier, an outlet of the Vatnajökull ice cap. Along the way, discover crevasses, ice caves, and waterfalls while a guide explains the region’s geology—insights you wouldn't get on your own.

Heinabergslón is a hidden gem which feels far off the beaten path. If you like to experience raw nature without the tourists crowds then this place is for you! The neighbouring mountains are totally inaccessible by road, guaranteeing solitude. We use packrafts, lightweight inflatable boats which give us ultimate flexibility in crafting our adventures. We emphasise "slow travel"; adventurous trips which explore seldom visited places and give our guests the time to take in the unique environments that we are lucky enough to visit. We take a maximum of 6 travellers to keep our tours personal.

Making your way through the rural countryside of East Iceland, we travel along the beautiful valley of Jökuldalur and stop at the picturesque Rjúkandi Waterfall before continuing towards Stuðlagil Canyon. At Stuðlagil, we visit the west side of the canyon, where accessible walking trails and scenic viewing platforms offer spectacular panoramic views over one of Iceland’s most impressive basalt rock formations. From this side, you’ll enjoy breathtaking perspectives of the dramatic columns and the glacial river below — perfect for photography and experiencing the scale of the canyon. Please note that this tour does not include the hike down into the canyon on the east side. After taking in the stunning landscapes, we continue to the ever-relaxing Vök Baths, where you can soak in naturally heated geothermal pools floating on Lake Urriðavatn. The warm, mineral-rich waters provide the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploration.

Join Ice Pic Journeys for an unforgettable full-day adventure across Iceland’s most breathtaking landscapes. Your journey begins with a private glacier hike on Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, where your expert photographer-guides lead you through shimmering ice formations, dramatic crevasses, and panoramic views. Next, step inside two magical blue ice caves, where light dances across crystal-clear walls of ancient ice—a once-in-a-lifetime experience perfect for capturing cinematic photos. The adventure continues with a professional photoshoot at the world-famous Diamond Beach and the stunning Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs drift gracefully against a backdrop of black sand and still waters. This is more than a tour—it’s a bespoke Iceland experience, crafted exclusively by Ice Pic Journeys.