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Seeing the northern lights tops many people’s Iceland bucket list, but aurora hunting requires clear skies and transport to chase the lights. Maximize your chances of a sighting without busting your budget on this affordable group tour, which includes a professional photo shoot to capture your memories for a lifetime. Snacks, hot drinks, and blankets help keep you warm and the tour operates only when the forecast is right.

With their rising popularity, Iceland’s ice caves can get crowded. This half-day adventure gets you inside a more remote ice cave, where you’ll have ample time to contemplate and photograph its natural splendor. Meet your guide at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, then arrive at the destination by vehicle and on foot. All necessary safety equipment is included.

Discover the popular Icelandic sightseeing route known as the Golden Circle—and avoid having to navigate narrow mountain roads on your own—on this private, full-day tour. The comprehensive itinerary includes all of the Golden Circle's top sights: You can look forward to visiting the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and the Gullfoss Waterfall. Upgrade to visit the Kerid crater, and choose to purchase lunch at a tomato farm.

Seeing the northern lights can be a challenging feat—especially if you’re not following weather reports and if you don’t have your own vehicle. Save yourself the research time and the potential stress of traveling on unfamiliar remote roads with this private northern lights tour. Choose your preferred pickup time and place with hotel pickup included, and benefit from your guide’s undivided attention.

Explore the highlights of Iceland on this comprehensive Ring Road Tour. Save hours of planning with this action-packed itinerary organized. Enjoy the convenience of having accommodation, breakfast, and transfers. In four to seven days visit highlights that include Skogafoss Waterfall, and Lake Myvatn, plus opt for activities like a whale-watching tour, thermal baths, and/or a glacier hike.

Discover two of Iceland’s must-try experiences without having to worry about transport, pre-booking tickets, or other logistics with this convenient combo package. Transfers and entrance to the Blue Lagoon and a northern lights coach tour are included (though sightings are not guaranteed). Optional hotel pickup is available, and you have free time between the two to grab dinner at your own expense in Reykjavik.

Explore the varied landscapes of Iceland's South Coast without the hassle of renting a car. Travel between dispersed attractions, including Reynisfjara beach and the Dyrholaey peninsula, in a comfortable vehicle limited to 16 passengers and admire tall sea cliffs, gushing waterfalls, and shimmering glaciers, while your guide provides insights into each.

This buggy tour offers a fun and exciting way to get out into nature in Iceland. You’ll enjoy around an hour of off-road adventuring, driving down gravel paths and viewing some of Iceland’s magnificent waterfalls. The tour provides everything you need to be safe on your adventure, including basic instruction, snowsuit, gloves, and helmet.

Make the most of your time in Iceland on this guided tour from Reykjavik that combines three of the country's most spectacular sites with a northern lights tour. During the day, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Thingvellir National Park, marvel at the teeming waterfall of Gullfoss, and watch Geysir spout steaming hot water into the air. After being dropped off back at your hotel, there is time to rest before you are picked back up to go hunting for the northern lights, weather permitting.

Discover the flavors, stories, and spirit of Iceland’s capital on our Reykjavík Food Tour through the city’s vibrant downtown. Nestled between mountains and sea, this colorful Nordic city blends centuries-old traditions with bold culinary innovation. From the comforting warmth of local bakeries to the hearty flavors of Icelandic seafood, every bite tells a story of resilience, creativity, and connection to nature. As we explore Reykjavík’s charming streets, you’ll experience the city through its food and its people. We’ll begin with a delicate Icelandic pastry enjoyed in view of the famous Hallgrímskirkja church before strolling along the lively Rainbow Road and bustling Laugavegur. To finish, we’ll slow down with a cup of rich hot chocolate and a slice of Icelandic Marriage Cake, a sweet symbol of love and hospitality. And of course, no Secret Food Tour would be complete without our delicious Secret Dish, revealed only on the day of your adventure.

Set out in search of majestic whales on this boat tour from Reykjavik's Old Harbor into Faxaflói Bay. Your captain will take you to areas where people frequently spot minke and humpback whales, dolphins, harbor porpoises, and orcas. As you cruise around the bay, past towering mountains and small, bird-filled islands, your guides will fill you in on all you need to know about these marine mammals.

This private tour takes you to South Iceland's Diamond Beach and hidden spots most visitors miss. Learn about Iceland's geography and history from your guide, and get close to the floating glacier of Jökulsárlón. Travel comfortably with flexible pickup and drop-off options including Reykjavik hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi.

Most guided tours in Iceland spend just a day—if you're lucky, two—exploring the island's south or west coast. But this 5-day adventure from Reykjavik promises a deeper, less rushed, more intimate experience of both regions. With this tour, you'll get to take your time soaking in the highlights of the Golden Circle, the fantastical landscapes of Snaefellsnes, and magical glaciers, volcanoes, and waterfalls, all without the hassle of driving or booking accommodation. It's 5 days of worry-free adventure, landscapes, and immersion into the wild.

Make the most of your port stop in Reykjavik by booking this small-group Golden Circle tour. You visit all the top attractions, like Kerid Crater, Gullfoss Waterfall, the Geysir Geothermal Area, and Thingvellir National Park, before being returned to your cruise ship. Ride comfortably in an air-conditioned car, too.

Many northern lights tours turn west to Iceland’s interior—but this one sails out of Reykjavik Harbor for a combination whale and northern lights spotting sea journey. It’s a great way to (hopefully) see two of Iceland’s most beautiful offerings, and you’ll travel on a boat with viewing platforms, an indoor bar, and free Wi-Fi. Viewings of whales or the lights cannot be guaranteed, but trips can be rebooked without an extra charge.

If you’ve already seen the Golden Circle, step up your sightseeing to cover Iceland's south coast beaches, waterfalls, and glacier-crowned volcanoes. This private day trip takes you to all the highlights in style: by comfortable, full-size SUV. Admire the Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, see the infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano, and visit the Solheimajokull glacier and a black-sand beach.

The Golden Circle is the most popular tour in Iceland, and for a good reason. We start at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then we head to the famous Geysir area, where we will witness the geysir Strokkur erupt. Our next stop will be at Gullfoss waterfall, the most famous waterfall in Iceland, best known for its power and beauty. An optional extra stop will be at a 6500-year-old crater named Kerið. This is a private tour, and we tailor it to your needs. Additional stops can be made upon request.

See waterfalls, glaciers, black sand, and more on a full-day wintertime trip to South Iceland from Reykjavik. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan, journey into the otherworldly region and admire wonders like the Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls; the black sand beach and cliffs of Reynisfjara; and the Solheimajokull glacier, a line-up that’s difficult to check through on an independent day trip. Minivan transport with free WiFi, plus central and hotel pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik included.

Set out in search of the northern lights on this tour from Reykjavik. Join a guide who knows where to look and hop aboard a Jeep, which will get you to scenic spots that larger buses can’t reach. Your guide will choose the best potential observation point , but if you don’t see the lights you can try again at no extra cost

Journey beyond the Golden Circle—and beyond the crowds—to the enchanting Snaefellsnes Peninsula on this intimate full-day expedition. With your guide, you'll witness the majestic Kirkjufell Mountain, explore Djupalonssandur's striking black sands, and discover hidden village gems. Your guide weaves Iceland's rich history throughout this comprehensive adventure across the region's most spectacular landscapes, crafting one unforgettable adventure.

Venture beyond Iceland's well-trodden tourist trail with this full-day expedition from Reykjavik. Discover hidden spots around the Reykjanes Peninsula where volcanic history comes alive. Descend into a lava tube and trek through otherworldly landscapes, from the bubbling earth at Krýsuvík to a ghost town abandoned to its volcanic fate.

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.

Spotting the Northern Lights is notoriously difficult. Rather than simply counting on getting lucky, you can hugely improve your chances by joining this tour that takes you into the countryside, far from light pollution, in the company of an experienced aurora-hunter guide.

Visit Iceland’s stunning Golden Circle and go Reykjavik sightseeing too, on this action-packed combination tour. You’ll save hours researching Iceland highlights by having a fantastic itinerary of top sites planned out for you. Travel by bus between Golden Circle attractions including the Geysir geothermal area, Thingvellir National Park, and Gullfoss Waterfall. You’ll also learn about geothermal pesticide-free farming at Fridheimar Farm. When you get to Reykjavik, you’ll have the freedom to choose which sites you visit with a hop-on hop-off bus ticket