Top Vik Cultural Tours

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.

Get close to red-hot molten lava by going to an Icelandic Lava Show. It’s a safe and fun experience, as safety goggles are provided, and an experienced professional will teach you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about lava. Enjoy the thrill of being able to touch cooling lava and hear it sizzle. All your burning questions will be answered, as this experience includes an interactive Q&A session at the end of the show.

Discover Iceland’s most famous route, the Golden Circle, on this full-day tour. Depart from the famous Seljalandsfoss Waterfall and visit other natural landmarks including the tectonic plate rift in the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, the Strokkur geyser, and the towering Gullfoss Waterfall. Learn about the history, culture, and unique geology of Iceland from your informative guide and admire the rugged beauty of the country throughout the tour.

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.

Hiking on a glacier can be difficult to accomplish on your own. Skip the hassle of planning logistics when you book this half-day small-group hiking tour around southern Iceland's Sólheimajökull glacier. Follow your hiking guide over the rugged terrain and learn about the glacial formation as you walk. All necessary equipment and safety briefings are provided.

Avoid crowds and the hassle of traveling in a large group. This private tour offers a more personalized experience of Iceland's stunning south coast. Visit the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss; the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, and Sólheimajökull glacier.