South Coast, Waterfalls and Vík village from Reykjavik
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Reykjavik, Iceland
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty, flora, and fauna of Iceland on a full-day excursion along the country's south coast. Onboard a climate-controlled coach with your naturalist guide, visit sites including the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, as well as the Reynisdrangar rock formations near the charming coastal town of Vík. All activities and round-trip transportation from Reykjavik are included.
- Explore Iceland's south coast without the hassle of driving
- Check off plenty of the area's highlights in just one tour
- Go beyond the guidebooks with facts and insights from your guide
- Tour includes pickup and drop-off from central Reykjavik hotels
What's Included
- Bus fare
- Guided tour
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pickup from your accommodation or bus stop.
- Carbon Neutral transfer in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Start time.9:00 am
Itinerary
Meet your guide and group in central Reykjavik, board the climate-controlled coach, and embark on your tour of Iceland's southern coast.
Head for Vik, the southernmost village on the island of Iceland. Along the way, make stops at some of the country's most spectacular natural landmarks. At the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, take the unique opportunity to walk behind the cascading water and emerge on the other side of the falls. Take fantastic photos at the 196-foot (60-meter) Skógafoss waterfall, whose copious spray produces an almost permanent double rainbow.
Along the way, visit the Solheimajokull glacier and listen to informative commentary from your local guide. At Vik, admire the charming village set below the towering cliffs, the black volcanic beaches and the impressive Reynisdrangar rock formations before heading back to Reykjavik.
Head for Vik, the southernmost village on the island of Iceland. Along the way, make stops at some of the country's most spectacular natural landmarks. At the Seljalandsfoss waterfall, take the unique opportunity to walk behind the cascading water and emerge on the other side of the falls. Take fantastic photos at the 196-foot (60-meter) Skógafoss waterfall, whose copious spray produces an almost permanent double rainbow.
Along the way, visit the Solheimajokull glacier and listen to informative commentary from your local guide. At Vik, admire the charming village set below the towering cliffs, the black volcanic beaches and the impressive Reynisdrangar rock formations before heading back to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia (Pass By)
1
Skogafoss
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Reynisfjara Beach
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Solheimajokull Glacier
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Seljalandsfoss waterfall
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
ANA_I
What an amazing tour! Absolutely breathtaking views combined with stories about Iceland, both ancient and modern. I learned so much about present-day life as well as Iceland’s culture, history, language, traditions, and economy. The bus was comfortable, everything was very well organized. A special thank you to our wonderful guide, Unnur, and the driver!
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James_M, Aug 2026
Pick up location was changed, but no information on the mode of transportation and we did not get picked up after waiting 45 minutes in the rain. Insult to injury - no refund due to non-refundable tour booking, but we should have guessed that we needed to take a van to the transit station - truly not one word in the reservation, confirmation or the reschedule docs.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear James,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and understand how frustrating it must have been to wait in the rain and miss your pickup.
We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this caused. Our tours use a shuttle transfer system, where a small pickup vehicle brings guests from designated bus stops to our main departure terminal. This information is included in the Reykjavík Excursions booking details and vouchers. Unfortunately, we cannot be held responsible for how third-party booking platforms such as Viator choose to display or summarise this information.
We truly regret that this misunderstanding affected your experience and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. Your feedback is valuable, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again under better circumstances.
Warm regards,
Rute
Mark_S, Aug 2026
It is a long day but well worth it. A great tour with ample time in each of the numerous stops. The waterfalls are breathtaking. Tip: wear shoes that can get wet.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Hello Svava,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! ✨ We’re delighted to hear you found the South Coast tour well worth the long day and enjoyed having plenty of time at the different stops. The waterfalls really are breathtaking! 🌊
Thank you as well for sharing your helpful tip about wearing shoes that can get wet — we’re sure future guests will appreciate it!
We hope to welcome you again!
Kind regards,
Svava
Guy_S, Aug 2026
Change of pick up arrangements and late notification meant we missed this event. Asking for a refund
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Hello Guy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback.
We're very sorry to hear that you missed your South Coast tour following a change to the pickup arrangements and that you felt the notification did not reach you in sufficient time. We understand how disappointing and frustrating this must have been.
As refund requests need to be reviewed together with the individual booking details and communication history, we kindly ask you to contact our Customer Service team directly with your booking reference so they can look into what happened and assist you further.
We sincerely regret that you were unable to join the tour and appreciate you bringing this matter to our attention.
Kind regards,
Inga
Marisa_N, Jul 2026
Tour pickup was changed the night prior and an email was sent but the app was not updated. We were at pickup location at 829am per instructed in the app. Bus must have gone to other location as it did not show. When I called viator they verified I was in the correct location. They left without us. We were looking forward to this trip and were never picked up. Now they are saying we were a no show at the bus stop and will not refund our money. They claim they arrived at 842 but several others were picked up but not us. I am working with the apartment to prove what time we left the hotel as the stop was the front door. Horrible customer service so far. We had 2 days in iceland and this tour not picking up ruined the day. Would not recommend at all. Again we were at the assigned pickup spot in the app and verified by the agent at 829 for an 830 to 9am pickup. As of now I am out hundreds of dollars for them not updating the app, calling or texting. While on vacation I am trying to avoid emails as that is the point.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hello,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear about the frustration and disappointment you experienced with the pickup.
According to our records, the pickup location was updated in alignment with city regulations, and an email notification was sent the evening before the tour. We understand, however, that if you were relying on the app rather than email, this change may have been easy to miss, and we appreciate your feedback regarding the app not reflecting the updated information.
We’re very sorry that you missed the tour and understand how disappointing this was, especially given your limited time in Iceland. If you have not already done so, we encourage you to continue working with the booking platform and our customer service team so that your case can be fully reviewed.
Kind regards,
Sesili
Jack_P, Jul 2026
One of the best deals in Iceland. An all day trip that gives you the opportunity to see some very interesting places. Highly recommend
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hello Jack,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your South Coast tour and found it to be such great value. It's wonderful to know you had the opportunity to visit some of Iceland's most beautiful and interesting locations.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you back to Iceland for another memorable adventure!
Kind regards,
Inga
Nathan_L, Jul 2026
This tour is better than the golden circle if you can only do one. The views are just breathtaking at all the stops and for the whole ride! Our tour guide Bjarne (spelling?) was top notch, he shared so much history, provided endless interesting facts and was so pleasant to listen to! Magnus the driver provided a comfortable ride and got us in and out of the tight parking lots with no problems. Highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hello,
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an incredible experience and enjoyed the breathtaking views throughout the journey.
It’s wonderful to know that Björn made the tour even more memorable with his stories, historical insights, and interesting facts about Iceland. We’re also glad that Magnus provided a safe and comfortable ride and helped make the trip smooth from start to finish. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them both.
Thank you for your high recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland for another unforgettable adventure!
Kind regards,
Zuzanna
JaniceGifford, Jul 2026
Travelers beware! The meeting spot is “BSI transportation Center”. If you plug this into Google Maps, it will take you in the OPPOSITE direction of BSI, and you will miss your trip, as did I. So disappointing! Tried to get a refund, but somehow this was MY fault. I’m wondering how many people miss the tour for the same reason. Please include more details for the exact pick-up spot. I left my hotel an hour ahead of time, and I still missed the tour.
DANIEL_L, Jul 2026
We saw so many impressive sights that I hardly know where to begin...but just know that Iceland's South Coast is dramatic and fascinating!...the glacier, the black beach with the monoliths off shore, the powerfull waterfalls, the tons of sheep, cows, and horses along the way....the enormous mountains on one side with the water on the other side. Old man Flosi was a terrific tour guide. What a day!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hello Daniel,
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Iceland's spectacular South Coast and that so many of its breathtaking landscapes made such a lasting impression. From the waterfalls and glacier to the black sand beach and the beautiful countryside, it truly is a remarkable journey.
It's especially lovely to know that Flosi helped make your day even more memorable with his guidance. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him.
Thank you for travelling with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland for another unforgettable adventure in the future.
Kind regards,
Inga
Sareen_G, Jul 2026
Great tour - good amount of time at each stop. Friendly and knowledgeable guide and driiver. Very well done
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the tour.
Best regards,
Magdalena
Rada_S, Jun 2026
This was a beautiful tour. Seeing the waterfalls and glacier was really amazing. Our guide Hershey and our driver Tommy made the long day go by smoothly and safely. Highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Rada,
Thank you very much for your kind feedback!
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that the waterfalls and glacier made such a memorable impression. It’s wonderful to know that Hershey and Tommy helped make the long day feel smooth, safe, and enjoyable for you.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and will gladly pass your kind words on to both of them.
Thank you again for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure in Iceland in the future.
Best regards,
Rute
Nicholas_S, Jun 2026
10 hr trip, 9am to 7 pm.
Great waterfalls, black sand beach and glacier. Short drives with plenty of stops in between.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hello,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your 10-hour tour from 9 am to 7 pm.
It’s wonderful that you were able to experience the beautiful waterfalls, black sand beach, and glacier, and that the journey felt well-balanced with short drives and plenty of stops along the way.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in Iceland!
Kind regards,
Zuzanna
Ticiana_d, May 2026
Inga and Lazo were amazing guides. We visited incredible landscapes, from volcanoes, to waterfalls and lava fields. Incredible tour, highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Ticiana,
Thank you for your feedback.
We’re very happy to hear that you had such an incredible experience exploring Iceland’s landscapes with Inga and Lazo.
It is wonderful to know that you enjoyed visiting the volcanoes, waterfalls, and lava fields throughout the journey, and that the guides helped make the experience even more memorable.
Thank you again for your recommendation and for sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Iceland.
Best regards,
Rute
ANA_I, Apr 2026
What an amazing tour! Absolutely breathtaking views combined with stories about Iceland, both ancient and modern. I learned so much about present-day life as well as Iceland’s culture, history, language, traditions, and economy. The bus was comfortable, everything was very well organized. A special thank you to our wonderful guide, Unnur, and the driver!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Ana,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re absolutely delighted to hear that you had such an amazing tour filled with breathtaking views and meaningful stories about Iceland — both ancient and modern.
It’s fantastic to know you gained insight into present-day life as well as Iceland’s culture, history, language, traditions, and economy. That deeper understanding is exactly what our guides aim to share along the way. We’re also pleased that you found the bus comfortable and the day well organized from start to finish.
A special thank you for highlighting Unnur and your driver — we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words. We truly appreciate you travelling with us and hope to welcome you back again for another unforgettable Iceland adventure.
Warm regards,
Rute
Spencer_S, Apr 2026
This was a great tour! I didn't feel rushed anywhere and the guide Unnur and driver Magnus were fantastic! Lucky of all we had sun all day. I highly recommend bringing rain gear for the waterfalls - it's worth it to get up close!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Spencer,
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the tour at a relaxed pace and that Unnur and Magnus made the experience even more special. It’s great that you had sunny weather, and we really appreciate your helpful tip about bringing rain gear for the waterfalls.
Best regards,
Inga
Chinyere_O, Apr 2026
Amazing experience! The bus was on time, and Solveig and Magnus were amazing guides. They reorganized the itinerary so we could walk to the glacier when it stopped raining, which I greatly appreciated!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello,
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had an amazing experience and that the team was able to adjust the itinerary so you could enjoy the glacier walk in better conditions.
We truly appreciate you choosing us and hope to see you again!
Best regards,
Zuzanna
CARMEN_G, Mar 2026
Tour was fine, good if you are maybe traveling alone or with older people in the group. But I would not do this tour again and would not recommend this tour for young families. We were the only family on the bus, with 2 kids under 10, and the tour company does not reserve family seating so its first come first serve. Since we were the last on the bus, our kids had to sit next to strangers for a good portion of the ride with us not near them. It wasn't until I pushed for our kids to at least be allowed to sit together that I finally felt better. But this was only after very awkward exchange with some of the solo travelers and the tour guide. It made the experience not great. Also, be sure to be SUPER visible at the bus pick up. We were supposed to be picked up from our hotel at 8:30, the driver I guess didn’t see us where we were standing shielding our kids from the wind so they left and marked us as "no show" at 8:34! Didn't even call to check if we were coming or anything and when we called the tour company, they just said not our fault you need to come to bus station by 9 or we reschedule for another day. I called again and talked to another person, they agreed to wait until 9:05 only since we said we were running with our kids in arms to get there. For a trip this long, better to rent a car or find a small group that is better equipped for families.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Traveler,
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience with seating and pickup didn’t meet expectations. Your comments are valuable and will help us improve the experience for families in the future.
Best Regards,
Gabriele
Michael_R, Mar 2026
Fantastic day! Our guide was knowledgeable and they were very accommodating with our young son. Great weather, waterfalls, glacier, and black sand beaches.
Malcolm_C, Mar 2026
This tour is a great and safe route to go if you plan on experiencing a unique part of Iceland especially if you’re going solo or with a friend. The mountains are glorious to experience up close, the waterfalls are breathtaking, and the small towns are fun to witness. Good value of money too if you want to get the most out of the South Coast without worrying about parking fees, planning, etc. Well worth the trip if you pair this with a trip around the Golden Circle.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hello,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed exploring the South Coast and that the tour made it easy to experience Iceland’s stunning mountains, waterfalls, and towns.
Best regards,
Zuzanna
Evandro_L, Feb 2026
Great tour with great guide.
Plenty of time in the stops to enjoy the view.
I had taken the Golden Circle tour with the same operator and wasn't as good as this one, so I'm surprised to see that this is better than the other one.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Evandro,
Thank you for your great review! It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the South Coast tour and had plenty of time at each stop to take in the views. We're also glad this experience with your guide stood out even more than your previous tour — it's always nice when a trip exceeds expectations!
Best regards,
Inga
Karen_H, Feb 2026
This is a fantastic whistlestop tour of several classic locations in this area. I very much enjoyed it but didn’t enjoy the amount of time spent on the bus, although that can’t be helped. I saw it as a taster trip to cram in as many experiences as possible but would have really liked to have spent more time in all of the places. The quality of the guide and information she gave was superb and the driving was to a very high level. The driver was very helpful when I asked to change the temperature in the bus as it was very warm. This and the previous days tour of the Golden Circle has given me a desire to return and spend more time in Iceland.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hello,
Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the guide’s information and the driver’s helpfulness.
Best regards,
Zuzanna
JanineLodge, Jan 2026
Iceland is a big place so a trip lasting 10 hours should give you an idea of how far it is to travel. The destinations they take you to are absolutely breathtaking and awe inspiring, however the time you are given at these places is not long enough, even an extra 10mins would make all the difference. That being said it is an experience worth having
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Janine,
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad to hear you found the destinations breathtaking and the experience memorable. We appreciate your feedback regarding the timing—it’s always helpful as we strive to improve our tours. We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Best regards,
Rute
Abhishek_M, Jan 2026
It was a really nice experience. Super cold but clear weather. We covered all the attra tons. The guide Lasma and driver Pavel were super efficient.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your review. We’re glad to hear you had a nice experience despite the cold weather and that all attractions were covered as planned. It’s great to know Lasma and Pavel took good care of the tour and ensured everything ran efficiently.
Kind regards,
Sesili
Sean_B, Dec 2025
Our tour guides Ritchie and Siggi were incredibly insightful and ensured everyone returned before setting off. They were friendly and answered any questions we had.
The weather was challenging but we managed to see everything. Don’t forget waterproofs they’re a lifesaver.
We recently travelled with bus travel Iceland (golden coast tour) but Reykjavík excursions (who provided this tour) were just a bit better.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Sean,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that Ritchie and Siggi made your tour enjoyable with their insight, friendliness, and attentiveness. It’s great that, despite the challenging weather, you were able to see all the highlights and that our team helped make the experience memorable.
We also appreciate your helpful tip about waterproofs—they’re essential for Icelandic weather! Thank you for your kind comparison and feedback, and we hope to welcome you on another adventure soon.
Best regards,
Rute
Ajay_P, Dec 2025
I had a great experience on this south coast trip, with Ritchie as our guide and Siggie as our driver. Even though the group was large, everything was handled smoothly and in a friendly way. We saw all the highlights as planned, including two waterfalls, a glacier, and the black sand beach.
Despite the bad weather, I really enjoyed the scenery. The second waterfall on the way back felt unreal—we were lucky to see it taller and wider than usual. Since this was my last day in Iceland, it was a wonderful way to end the trip and left me feeling very happy.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Ajay,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your South Coast trip was such a memorable way to end your time in Iceland. It’s fantastic that Ritchie and Siggie made the experience smooth and enjoyable, and that you were able to see all the highlights, including the impressive second waterfall. Even with challenging weather, we’re glad the scenery left you feeling happy and inspired.
Best regards,
Rute
Brooke_G, Nov 2025
This was a great tour, we got to see so many things. We left from the bus terminal and got on a big bus. I wish it would have been a smaller group tour, but that was on me for not reading the fine print. The tour guide was great and he told a mix of fun stories, and interesting facts about Iceland. The waterfalls were beautiful and the guide was more than willing to help take photos. Vik was a great spot to stop for lunch and stroll on the black sand beach. The next stops at the beach and Glacier were great too. Overall a very enjoyable tour that fits in a lot of fun sites!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Traveller,
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and all the beautiful sites, from the waterfalls to Vik and the glacier. It’s wonderful that your guide’s stories, assistance with photos, and knowledge added to the experience. We appreciate your feedback and are pleased the tour was enjoyable overall.
Best regards,
Gabriele
william_h, Oct 2025
It was amazing! Our tour guide Dori did a great job explaining everything to us!! We loved every spot we visited and in between, while driving, we really enjoyed seeing that section of Iceland!
Garreth_M, Oct 2025
What a great tour! Knowledgeable, friendly tour guide. Can't say enough good things! Absolutely the best tour out there!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Dear Garreth,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great day on the South Coast Adventure and that your guide made the experience so enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to our team!
We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in Iceland.
Warm regards,
Ing
Lisa_t, Sep 2025
No negative issues. Eric was our guide. He took care making sure each was back on bus after each stop. Great telling iceland history. Bus was comfortable. We ate at Vik small village.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Dear Traveler,
Thank you for your positive feedback! We’re happy to hear that Eric made your tour enjoyable with his insights into Iceland’s history and his attention to ensuring everyone was back on the bus after each stop. It’s great to know you had a comfortable journey and enjoyed the visit to Vik.
Best regards,
Gabriele
Rachel_E, Aug 2025
Had an amazing day visiting the volcanic beach, the glacier and amazing waterfalls. Got soaked walking behind the waterfall, loved this experience. Entertained by stories from Hershey as we drove! Really enjoyed the day.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Your kind words truly mean so much to us. We’re deeply thankful for the opportunity to have been part of your experience and are so pleased that you had a positive time with our services. We look forward to welcoming you back whenever the opportunity arises.
Best regards,
Sesili
Customer Service
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harveyc_s, Aug 2025
Very knowledgeable guide and caring. Her English pronunciation was excellent. Driver also provided some info.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Traveller,
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found your guide knowledgeable and caring, and that her English pronunciation was excellent. It’s also great to know the driver added helpful information to your experience.
Best regards,
Gabriele
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