Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show
Overview
Join us to find out why Iceland is named the Land of Ice & Fire, with this fantastic day on the South Coast that includes the Icelandic Lava Show and a guided valley walk to get incredible views of the crevasse riddled Solheimajökull glacier. Join this private tour and you'll stop at the must see Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, visit the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, learn all about Iceland's geology and volcanoes whilst witnessing re-melted lava at the Lava Show. Plus, get incredible views of an enormous glacier for unmatched pictures. This is a one day tour you'll never forget. All of Hidden Iceland's tours are run by our friendly and knowledgeable English speaking guides.
This tour does NOT include a glacier hike but we will get close to the terminal face of the glacier for great views.
Please note, this tour was previously offered as a Small Group Tour also, but is now only available Private.
What's Included
- Rental of waterproof jackets, pants or hiking boots. Must be pre-booked.
- Icelandic Lava Show (general entry)
- Transport by luxury vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik
- One of Hidden Iceland's wonderful English speaking professional guides
- Guided valley walk for incredible views of the glacier
- Food and drinks - can be purchased during day
- Gratuities
- There is NO glacier hike on this tour
Meeting and Pickup
Pickups start at 9am. Please be at your designated pick up point at this time. We pick up from the designated tourist bus pick up points in downtown Reykjavik, and certain hotels where it is permissible to drive and pick up from.
What To Expect
Lava Show - Vik
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Vik
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Solheimajokull Glacier
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Seljalandsfoss
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Sturdy, waterproof footwear recommended
- We will stop in the south coast town of Hvolsvöllur to load up on snacks for the day. You can shop here and bring food and for the day if you want to spend more time at the sights during lunch. There is ample time to have lunch at The Soup Company located within the Icelandic Lava Show premises. The soups are filling and delicious, as are the paninis and sandwiches here.
- During the darkest winter months we may need to to order food to have on the go, so that we can use the precious short daylight hours at the wonderful South Coast sights. Lunch is not included in this tour.
- Although there is no minimum age, some stops may need to be amended for those younger than 8 years old.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Rental of waterproof jackets, pants or hiking boots. Must be pre-booked.
- Icelandic Lava Show (general entry).
- Transport by luxury vehicle.
- Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik.
- One of Hidden Iceland's wonderful English speaking professional guides.
- Guided valley walk for incredible views of the glacier.
- Food and drinks - can be purchased during day.
- Gratuities.
- There is NO glacier hike on this tour.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Rental of waterproof jackets, pants or hiking boots. Must be pre-booked.
- Icelandic Lava Show (general entry)
- Transport by luxury vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik
- One of Hidden Iceland's wonderful English speaking professional guides
- Guided valley walk for incredible views of the glacier
- Food and drinks - can be purchased during day
- Gratuities
- There is NO glacier hike on this tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Sturdy, waterproof footwear recommended
- We will stop in the south coast town of Hvolsvöllur to load up on snacks for the day. You can shop here and bring food and for the day if you want to spend more time at the sights during lunch. There is ample time to have lunch at The Soup Company located within the Icelandic Lava Show premises. The soups are filling and delicious, as are the paninis and sandwiches here.
- During the darkest winter months we may need to to order food to have on the go, so that we can use the precious short daylight hours at the wonderful South Coast sights. Lunch is not included in this tour.
- Although there is no minimum age, some stops may need to be amended for those younger than 8 years old.
