Top Iceland Sightseeing Tours

The northern lights draw hopeful travelers from across the world to Iceland, but knowing how to boost your chances of the best sightings requires skill, practice, and a bit of luck. On this northern lights bus tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Reykjavik hotel and head out into the Icelandic countryside with your experienced guide.

Explore the blue ice caves on the west side of Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull glacier, on this small-group tour that puts the "ice" in Iceland. Travel from the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in a sturdy 4WD, then embark on a journey into a stunning blue ice cave formed by melted glacier water and enjoy photo opportunities like no other.

Kickstart your Iceland adventure on this small-group guided walking tour, getting you familiar with Iceland's capital city. As you wander the streets with your guide, you'll learn about Iceland’s early history at the Anarholl Statue, see Laugavegur main street, Austurvollur Square, Lake Tjornin, Hallgrim’s Church, take in plenty of street art, and more. Along the way, try a traditional Icelandic snack: schnapps with dried fish.

Discover Reykjavik by City Sightseeing bus, and explore the Icelandic capital on a hop-on hop-off tour. Your voucher is valid for 24 or 48 hours, so use it to ride around Reykjavik and visit the attractions that interest you most. Hop off to visit Laugardalur Valley, Harpa Concert Hall and more, or stay on board for a full loop and listen to the audio commentary to learn about the city.

Tick off the highlights of Iceland’s famous Golden Circle route in just one day, and enjoy a more personal sightseeing experience, on this small-group tour from Reykjavik. Settle into a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle with Wi-Fi access, and ride seamlessly between dispersed sights. Along the way, see the Gullfoss waterfall, Strokkur geyser, Thingvellir National Park, and Kerid Crater, and learn more from your guide's in-depth commentary.

Delve into Viking history and heritage in the Icelandic capital on this Reykjavik small-group walking tour. Follow your guide through the streets and parks of Reykjavik, and gain insight into the city’s strong Viking influences. Discover top city attractions including the Harpa Concert Hall and Hallgrímskirkja Church, and pick up insider tips on the best places to eat and drink during your stay.

Escape the crowds of Reykjavik and venture into Iceland's otherworldly Snæfellsnes Peninsula on this full-day small group tour. Explore lava caves, admire mountain peaks, visit small villages, and walk on a black-sand beach. Finish your day at the picturesque Kirkjufell mountain, featured on the hit HBO show Game of Thrones. Enjoy a stop where you can purchase lunch and snacks along the way.

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.

Combine pre-booked admission tickets to the Perlan Museum’s Wonders of Iceland exhibition with a planetarium show, all thanks to this two-part, time-saving sightseeing package. Choose from a range of admission times throughout the day, make your own way to the Reykjavik museum, and explore immersive highlights like the world's first indoor ice cave. Then, watch a northern lights show in Iceland's only planetarium.

The Skaftafell-Vatnajökull National Park is home to Europe’s largest glacier and the icy landscapes offer a dramatic backdrop for a hiking adventure. This guided glacier hike across Falljökull Glacier ensures a personalized experience, with a small group of up to 15 participants, and full instruction provided.

The Original Local Experience. Join the first local team guiding visitors through the Fagradalsfjall eruption area since the first eruption in 2021. This is more than a volcano hike. It's a journey through Iceland's newest volcanic landscapes with local guides from Grindavík and Keflavík who experienced these events firsthand. Walk across fresh lava from eruptions as recent as July 2025, explore dramatic volcanic landscapes, and discover how repeated eruptions transformed both the land and the local community. Hear firsthand stories, learn about Icelandic geology, and enjoy one small Icelandic surprise. ✔️ The Original Local Experience since 2021 ✔️ Guided by the first local team ✔️ Walk across Iceland's newest lava fields ✔️ Small groups for a more personal experience ✔️ Visit Grindavík and hear firsthand stories ✔️ Includes one small Icelandic surprise

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.

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.

Reykjavik is a fascinating city, but knowing where to go and what not to miss isn’t always obvious to first time visitors. On this small-group walking tour, get familiar with the streets of the city—and discover many of its most important landmarks and attractions—all while your guide shares hidden stories and secrets many visitors miss

ONE DEPARTURE. ONE GUIDE. ONE MISSION: FIND THE NORTHERN LIGHTS. FREE ENTRANCE TO AURORA REYKJAVÍK – THE NORTHERN LIGHTS CENTER INCLUDED WITH EVERY BOOKING. AS A SMALL FAMILY-RUN COMPANY, WE KEEP THINGS SIMPLE. Just one departure, one vehicle, one local Icelandic guide, and one shared mission each night: finding the Northern Lights. Your guide stays with you from start to finish, carefully planning the hunt around that night's weather, cloud cover, and aurora activity. WE DON'T FOLLOW A FIXED ROUTE. WE FOLLOW THE SKY, AND THE AURORA. With experience from 400+ NORTHERN LIGHTS TOURS and a 5 STAR Tripadvisor rating, you're in experienced hands. Our local Icelandic guide and 4x4 vehicle give us the flexibility to travel further, change direction, and reach darker locations away from crowds. PRO PHOTOS INCLUDED FREE. Hotel pickup and drop-off, hot chocolate, and Icelandic treats are included. Northern Lights sightings can never be guaranteed. If you dont see them just REBOOK FOR FREE.

Admiring the aurora borealis is high on many Iceland visitors' wishlists, but spotting the lights is notoriously tricky. This tour from Reykjavik—led by expert aurora-hunter guides using up-to-date technology—maximizes your chances. Leave the light pollution of Iceland’s capital behind as your guide takes you to the best location to see the northern lights. If they don't appear, you can even join a repeat tour for free.

Discover Iceland’s most iconic wildlife with a 2 hour whale and puffin tour from Húsavík on an RIB speedboat. Enjoy views of the Skjálfandi Bay as you skim along the coast, covering an expansive territory in the high-powered craft. Watch for massive blue whales and acrobatic humpbacks, and learn about life beneath the surface from your experienced guide. During the breeding season of mid-April through mid-August, visit ‘Puffin Island’ to find a thriving colony of brightly-colored birds before returning to Húsavík.

This evening tour from Reykjavík vastly improves your chances of seeing the northern lights. Your guide uses live data and forecasts to take you to the best locations to potentially spot the lights. Tuck into traditional Icelandic pastries and hot chocolate while you wait, and take home photos of you taken during the evening.

Located just outside of Reykjavik, the Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel is one of the most accessible natural wonders in the country. This half-day tour takes you inside the tunnel—a feat only available on a guided tour—where you can see magnificent geological features that have been created by ancient lava flows. Hotel pickup upgrade available.

Sometimes whale watching cruises on huge boats make it hard to be able to actually see the ocean life unless you board first and claim the best spots. This whale watching tour from Husavik is on board an RIB boat limited to just 12 passengers, so you’re never in competition for the best vantage points. Plus, its easy to stay warm and safe with an included warm suit and life jacket.

Saddle up for untamed adventure through Iceland's volcanic wonderland on this small-group horseback trek from Reykjavik. See the land as it's meant to be seen: in the open air. Ride Icelandic horses along natural paths through the crimson Redhills or circling serene Lake Raudavatn. Perfect for beginners and experienced riders alike, this intimate journey includes warming drinks, winter gear, and hotel pickup to keep you comfortable.

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.

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.