Top South Iceland Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Experience the rare sensation of visiting a natural ice cave on this small-group tour. Board a Super Jeep in Vík and go off the beaten track into the Icelandic wilderness. You'll leave the regular tourist trail behind as you journey through a landscape of majestic mountains and glaciers toward the Katla Ice Cave.

Explore the volcano Eldfell and the coast of Heimaey Island on this small group ATV tour. YOur guide will show you all around the island and show you all it has to offer. You’ll visit Prestvik beach and hear the story of how the islands were founded. You’ll also have some spectacular views. Each ATV can seat two, and are not difficult to drive. But each driver must hold a driver’s licence.

Explore Iceland's Westman Islands and discover history, culture, and adorable wildlife on a guided tour. Settle into your seat on a minibus and ride over to Herjólfsdalur and Kaplagjóta to visit a small puffin colony. Walk down into the center of the Eldfell crater where the volcano once erupted. See the biggest puffin colony in the world at Stórhöfði then receive admission to Herjólfstown for an exclusive look at the first Viking family that settled on the islands.

Embark on a thrilling off-road adventure to witness the majestic Katla ice cave from Vik. Venture in a 4WD vehicle across rocky terrains until you reach the magnificent Mýrdalsjökull glacier—the fourth largest ice cap in Iceland. Then, strap on the provided caving equipment and follow your guide to uncover the blue formations hidden beneath the glacier’s surface. You’ll have ample time to contemplate and photograph the majestic ice tunnels.

If you’re looking for an experience in Iceland where you witness a rare natural wonder—this is the ideal option. The tour gives you access to somewhere that you wouldn’t be able to reach alone—an ice cave that sits underneath Katla Volcano. Travel with ease up to the ice cave in a Super Jeep. It’s a safe experience as you are given a helmet and crampons, and a guide leads the way so you don’t get lost.

While many tours in Iceland make pit stops at glaciers, fewer take you over them and close enough to discover their otherworldly features. With this small-group tour, take an easy glacier hike to see ice formations, crevasses, and water cauldrons that you’d miss just stopping for a look.

Experience the Golden Circle in a truly premium small-group setting, designed for travelers who value comfort, flexibility, and a more personal connection to Iceland. With a limited number of guests, this tour avoids crowded buses and rushed stops, allowing you to enjoy each location at a relaxed pace. Travel in a high-quality vehicle with an experienced local driver-guide who adapts the day to weather and conditions, ensuring the best possible experience. Expect more time at key highlights like Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss, along with hidden stops and scenic viewpoints that larger groups often miss. This tour offers a refined, intimate atmosphere — closer to a private experience than a standard group tour — making it ideal for couples, photographers, and travelers seeking a more exclusive Golden Circle journey.

Hands down the fastest way to experience a Ice Cave in Iceland! If your trip is short and action-packed, seeing an ice cave may seem like it would be impossible for you to have on your agenda, but with us, it was never so easy!

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio tour bundle for Iceland’s Golden Circle, Reykjanes Peninsula & Blue Lagoon, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and Reykjavik Walking. Discover geysers, waterfalls, lava fields, coastal villages, glaciers, and city landmarks across Iceland’s most iconic regions. GPS-triggered stories play automatically with offline access, making it easy to explore by car and on foot. Blue Lagoon entry not included. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a tour guide along for the drive Purchase one tour per vehicle.

Explore the captivating Heimaey Island in the Westman Islands on a 2.5-hour shore excursion that highlights stunning landscapes and rich birdlife. Visit the world’s largest Atlantic puffin colony, with over 1.1 million puffins nesting during summer. Learn about the historic Eldfell volcano eruption of 1973 which forever changed life on this outpost. Admire the unique Elephant Rock, naturally sculpted into the shape of a giant elephant's head. And visit an immaculate recreation of a post settlement era church, Guided by a knowledgable expert guide versed in the island's history and culture, an enriching experience is certain. This tour is suitable for families and is designed to fit cruise ship schedules.

Skip the crowded boat tours and enjoy a more intimate experience of Iceland's smaller islands around Vestmannaeyjar. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, so there's no bad seat in the house. Learn about the history of the area as you soak up the views of sea caves and wildlife, including, with luck, puffins, whales, and seals.

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.

Hop on a quad bike to witness Iceland’s majestic puffins on this family-friendly adventure in Vestmannaeyjar. Fasten your helmet and join a small group as you venture off-road through lava fields, zip along pitch-black beaches, and marvel at the seabirds in their natural habitat on the island's shore. Enjoy engaging commentary about the puffins’ behavior from your local guide, with plenty of time for photos.

Enjoy a unique way to experience the scenic landscapes of South Iceland—and benefit from hands-on instruction and support along the way—on this small-group, family-friendly horseback-riding tour. After making the trip from Reykjavik, meet your guide, grab your gear, and get saddled up on your horse. Then, set off through meadows, farms, and along trails to immerse yourself directly in the picturesque scenery.

See Iceland’s puffins in their natural habitat as you glide around Heimaey Island on an electric scooter. With your local nature guide, learn more about these charming seabirds who nest of the island’s cliffs during the summer months. Plus, indulge in the excitement of whizzing through Iceland’s scenic wonders and landscapes, seeing more than you would by foot.

Discover Vestmannaeyjar in a whole new way with our electric bikes. Glide through breathtaking volcanic landscapes, past colorful houses, and along dramatic coastlines teeming with puffins and seabirds. The e-bikes make every hill easy, letting you soak in panoramic views and the fresh Icelandic air without the hard work. Explore unique landmarks and hidden gems. Whether you’re an adventurer or a leisure explorer, the e-bike offers a sustainable, fun, and unforgettable way to experience the magic of the Westman Islands. Book your ride and see Vestmannaeyjar up close.

Indulge in a thrilling adventure on Sólheimajökull Glacier, featuring ice climbing and a guided hike across stunning icy terrain. With certified glacier guides, small group sizes, hotel pickup, and all gear provided, safely explore crevasses, ridges, and vibrant blue ice while scaling a frozen wall—no prior experience needed. Perfect for adventurers seeking an off-the-beaten-path, hands-on glacier experience in Iceland.

Take an unforgettable walk on pure ice on this guided glacier hike experience on Sólheimajökull in southern Iceland. Accompanied by a professional guide, set off from the foot of Sólheimajökull, a frozen tongue of solid ice, and thrill at the experience of walking across the frozen valley. Put on your crampons and discover natural ice formations, crevasses, shafts, and ridges as you benefit from the professional guide’s knowledge and support to ensure a safe, informative, and unforgettable experience.

Iceland’s tiny Vík í Mýrdal village exists in the shadows of one of the country’s most dangerous volcanoes. On this leisurely self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll through its compact village center, past modern attractions that showcase Iceland’s volcanic heritage, to the dramatic black coastline where folklore and geology collide. Starting at the red-roofed hillside Vík í Mýrdal Church (Víkurkirkja) that doubles as an evacuation point during volcanic emergencies, you’ll head into the heart of Iceland’s southernmost village. Along the way, I’ll share both personal connections to the area and fascinating insights into how nature has shaped life here for centuries.

No trip to Iceland is complete without seeing a glacier. It is after all a land of ice, isn’t it? And for those willing to experience it first hand we have prepared this tour on the glacier which is the closest and easily reachable from Reykjavík. Experience the beauty of a glacier and all of its hidden treasures in a safe way accompanied by a certified glacier guide on our easy 3 hour hike designed for all travelers – you don’t have to be an athlete to experience unique Icelandic nature and the sense of adventure. Put on your crampons and head into the icy wonderland! Our guides are all skilled and trained professionals, certified by the Association of Icelandic Mountain Guides. They have vast knowledge of geology and glaciology which they share with you in an entertaining way. Our goal is to educate and have fun on our tours at the same time, so that your experience will be both memorable and rewarding. Of course the safety of our guests is always our highest priority.

One surefire way to get away from Iceland's crowds? Get on the water. On this tour, you'll see the Sólheimajökull Glacier from a different perspective—from a kayak. After dressing in the included dry suit and learning the basics of kayaking, you'll paddle out behind your guide into the gorgeous lagoon. You'll glide around the icebergs anchored in the water, snap quick photos between paddling, and get to know this wild slice of paradise.

Strap on your crampons and embark on a thrilling Jeep ride to explore Iceland’s Katla Ice Cave (under the volcano). Trek with a guide as you journey down naturally sculptured tunnels until you find yourself surrounded by the surreal beauty of glacial blue ice. There's have ample time to photograph the majestic landscape and learn about geology from your guide.

If you’re keen to discover an active volcano, lava fields, and remote hot springs—then this is the tour for you. Set off in a super jeep and travel across rugged landscapes that you wouldn’t be able to cross in a standard hire car. Along the way, access the remote geothermal area of Landmannalaugar, hike across lava fields, and have the opportunity to take a dip in a hot spring.