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Located on Iceland’s rugged western shores, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula attracts travelers keen to admire the country’s impressive coastal scenery. During this tour, explore top Snæfellsnes attractions including Arnarstapi village, Djúpalónsandur Bay, and Mt. Kirkjufell, and step off the tourist trail to hit hidden corners of the peninsula many visitors miss. Avoid the tourist coaches and enjoy time to admire the scenery, with pickup and drop-off at your Reykjavik hotel included.

See Iceland’s “big three” sights the intimate way with this small-group Golden Circle tour. Cutting out the impersonal feel of a larger group tour, the experience takes you to Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs, and Thingvellir National Park by minibus. Catch all the commentary as you travel and avoid peak visiting times for a less rushed experience at each site.

Cover more ground than most boat tours on this small-group whale-watching adventure from Reykjavik that speeds you across the bay in a rigid inflatable boat (RIB). Look out for the whales, dolphins, and porpoises that call the area home while learning about the local environment from your guide and enjoying views of Reykjavik’s skyline as you ride.

Do more than just admire Iceland's beloved horses during your stay in the country—take one for a spin on this horseback riding tour with transportation from Reykjavik. Atop a sturdy, sure-footed Icelandic horse, you’ll take a beautiful ride in the countryside just outside the city. This tour is suitable for beginners and experts alike.

The Vatnajökull glacier in Skaftafell National Park can be dangerous to explore, especially for first-timers on this type of terrain. On this small-group, ice-caving tour, hike about 4 km over uneven terrain with moderate elevation changes 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.

Iceland's Golden Circle is exquisite—but that can be hard to notice when you're experiencing it from a crowded bus. Instead, explore the famous route at your own pace with a private guide and driver. With this customizable package, you'll visit Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, Geysir geothermal area, swim in the Secret Lagoon, stop by the Kerid Crater, and more. With pickup from your Reykjavik hotel or cruise terminal, it's a day of worry-free wonder.

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.

Skip the tourist traps and discover the authentic flavors of Iceland on this small-group food and drink tour. Stroll through the streets of Reykjavik in the company of a guide who brings the city's rich history, making multiple stops at both well-known spots and hidden gems to taste local bites and drinks.

Discover the highlights of Iceland's famous Golden Circle—and take the stress out of traveling by cramped bus—on this private, full-day tour from Reykjavik. Following morning pickup, you’ll sit back as you zoom between attractions with ease, seeing UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, Kerid Crater, Faxi Waterfall, and the Geysir geothermal area, with bonus photo stops along the way.

Marvel at some of Iceland’s most famous natural sights, without the hassle of driving, during this day trip along the country’s famed Golden Circle. Stop by Thingvellir National Park, check out the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, and explore the Geysir geothermal area. This value-focused tour takes you beyond the Golden Circle with stops at Kerid Crater and a horse farm.

See the big three landmarks of northern Iceland with this day trip to Lake Mývatn and the Godafoss and Dettifoss waterfalls. With a carefully prepared itinerary, you’ll maximize your time at each site, going straight to the vantage points and learning about the geology of the region from a guide. Extra stops include the Grjótagjá lava cave and Mývatn Nature Baths; just note that entry is extra.

Check off several of South Iceland’s most-loved natural attractions in just one day on this small-group tour from Reykjavik. Gain an overview of the region as you travel alongside your guide to must-see sites including the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Sólheimajökull glacier, and the black-sand Reynisfjara Beach in the charming village of Vik.

Whisky isn’t the first drink that comes to mind in Iceland, which makes the country’s distilling scene easy to overlook. Join a guide and a small group at a Reykjavik distillery to go behind the scenes and see how whisky is made from start to finish. Then, sample a selection of the distillery’s whiskies.

Satisfy your appetite for adventure with a thrilling trip to Dynjandi Waterfall, which includes round-trip transport. On this tour, meet up with your group and head straight to the waterfall without having to worry about hiring a car. Once you arrive, you’ll have the freedom to snap photos of the cascading falls or conquer the surrounding trails by foot.

There are many day tours from Reykjavik that can take you around Iceland's Golden Circle, but this one includes an additional stop that most tours miss. Head for the three main attractions—Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss waterfall—then add on a visit to Kerid Crater and walk along the rim for panoramic.

Combining northern Iceland’s waterfalls and geothermal pools typically means renting a car. Skip the hassle with a guided tour from Akureyri that takes you to Goðafoss, one of the country’s most impressive waterfalls, as well as the Forest Lagoon for a relaxing soak in warm geothermal pools with city and fjord views.

Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes and huge puffin colony is best explored with a local guide who knows the island’s history and wildlife hotspots. This shore excursion tour reveals the Westman Islands’ dramatic geology, including the legacy of past eruptions, alongside opportunities to see the world's largest Atlantic puffin colony and learn about the more than 1.1 million seabirds that nest here in season.

Raufarhólshellir is one of the longest lava tunnels in Iceland, and it lies just a 30-minute drive from Reykjavik. But don't worry about driving there yourself, as this half-day tour makes getting there and exploring simple. With your guide, you'll venture underground to explore the natural wonder, following the purpose-built walkways and admiring the dramatic, lava-sculpted caves. Your guide will light the way—but so will your provided headlamp.

This group tour takes you from Reykjavik out to the therapeutic Hvammsvik hot springs, where you can relax and enjoy yourself, surrounded by gorgeous cliffs and black sand beaches. Make sure your cameras are ready for photos of Mount Esja on the way, too. You don’t need to take care of any logistics-your driver does that for you.

The Westfjords’ remote roads and scattered sights make exploring beyond Ísafjörður tricky without renting a car This shore excursion lets you skip the hassle by taking you to Dynjandi, one of Iceland’s most impressive waterfalls, and to a local farm to meet Icelandic horses and get a glimpse of rural life.

Spotting the northern lights is notoriously tricky, so maximize your chances with this small-group tour from Reykjavik. An expert aurora-hunter guide leads you out of the city to an optimal location based on the day's conditions. If the lights don't appear, join the next day's tour at no extra cost.

Discover the Golden Circle, one of Iceland’s most popular scenic routes, with this private self-guided driving tour. Enjoy the flexibility to go at your own pace and schedule. Pass by stunning vistas and waterfalls as you explore the countryside, stopping at your leisure at highlights such as Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, the Secret Lagoon, and more, while learning about the attractions and Iceland through informative commentary.

Explore the Sólheimajökull Glacier, without the pressure of keeping up with a large tour group, with this small-group ice climbing experience. Following a glacier guide and with the climbing gear you need, safely explore crevasses and ridges, with no prior experience needed. Well-suited for traveler looking to get off-the-beaten path during their vacation.

Experience the chilling beauty of Iceland’s glaciers, without the self-plan stress, 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.