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Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Black Sand Beaches and Waterfalls

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Reykjavik, Iceland

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14 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Enjoy the views of the incredible South Coast with a private, guided tour exploring Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Vík í Mýrdal, Dyrhólaey, waterfalls, Black Sand Beaches, majestic rock formations, and mountains. This tour is perfect for visitors who are looking to see Iceland's southern attractions and sights, without the stress of being in a larger group tour.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
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All hotels, guesthouses, ports and airports in Reykjavík capital region. Other locations for pickups are negotiable.

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Glacier Lagoon

Glacier Lagoon, Jökulsárlón, located in the Vatnajökull national park. The lagoon is made up of meltwater from the massive glacier, Vatnajökull, and is everchanging from the force of the glacier retreats. When the ice breaks away from the glacier it wanders through the lagoon and towards the ocean, a truly astonishing sight.
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36 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vikurfjara Black Sand Beach

Black Sand Beach, Reynisfjara, known for its dark sand, beautiful view, dangerous waves and fascinating cliffs and rocks.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Skogafoss

Skógafoss is one of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland, with a drop of more than 60 meters and a width of 25 meters, and you can walk right up to, but be prepared to be drenched.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Seljalandsfoss

Seljalandsfoss is one of the best-known waterfalls in Iceland. It is 65 meters tall and it is breathtaking. A path leads you behind the waterfall, but do bring a raincoat as you will get soaking wet from the drizzle. It is fantastic walking behind Seljalandsfoss, especially on a sunny day when one can catch a rainbow.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vatnajokull Glacier (pass by)

Vatnajökull, also known as the Water Glacier in English, is the largest and most voluminous ice cap in Iceland.
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Dyrholaey

Dyrhólaey, formerly known by seamen as Cape Portland, is a small promonotory located on the south coast of Iceland, not far from the village Vík. It was formerly an island of volcanic origin, which is also known by the Icelandic word eyja meaning island
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Fellsfjara

The Diamond Beach is a strip of black sand belonging to the greater Breiðamerkursandur glacial plain, located by Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon on the South Coast of Iceland. Here, the icebergs which fill Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon wash up on shore, standing dazzling and defiant in stark contrast to the black sand beach.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Reynisfjara Beach

Black Sand Beach, Reynisfjara, known for its dark sand, beautiful view, dangerous waves and fascinating cliffs and rocks.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vik

We are stopping here by the fascinating old curch of Vík, for an exceptional view from above the town, enjoying the Blacksand beach and Reynisdrangar cliffs.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A minimum of 1 person per booking is required
  • The tour duration is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Please dress appropriately
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Black Sand Beaches and Waterfalls?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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