Reykjavik · 1-DAY TOURS
Good 1-day tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride a snowmobile across Langjökull and visit Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss on a full-day trip from Reykjavík.
“We had a great time in the golden circle, our favorite part was snowmobiling. Our tour guide and driver on January 23 were great and gave us a detailed history of amazing iceland.”
See Iceland’s Golden Circle, watch Strokkur erupt, feel Gullfoss thunder, and visit Friðheimar’s geothermal tomato greenhouse from Reykjavik.
“Best day we had was the Golden Circle. Peter our tour guide was just fantastic, the kids (8&16) both really enjoyed listening to his stories and knowledge, he's made me want to learn more, so interesting. You must go to the greenhouse, the soup is just amazing!”
Snorkel between tectonic plates at Silfra in Iceland, with crystal-clear water, small groups, drysuits, photos, and hot chocolate.
“It was an incredible experience! It was surreal. Very bazar going snorkelling between two tectonic plates and in December haha. But it was very cool. We did the dry suit option. I’d just suggest to wear two pairs of socks. If you are doing this in the Winter, the waiting around before getting into the water isn’t easy. My feet were in so much pain beforehand but once you’re in, it’s a lot warmer! But definitely do this if you can!”
Explore Snæfellsnes from Reykjavik with Kirkjufell, waterfalls, black beaches, sea stacks, sagas, and Vatnshellir Lava Cave.
“Michael was a great tour guide-very informative. Lots of extra stops.”
Hike Sólheimajökull, visit Iceland’s famous waterfalls and black-sand beach on a small-group South Coast tour from Reykjavik.
“This was a fantastic tour and was a great way to see several of the beautiful sights along the South Coast! The pickup from downtown Reykjavik was very convenient and the tour company communicated how this process worked very clearly. Each of the stops along the way was well timed and the guide was very knowledgeable about the history/facts of each sight. The highlight of this trip was definitely the glacier hike! Michal our guide made sure we were all well prepared and did a great job keeping us safe on the hike. It was the first time hiking a glacier for several of us on our tour but that…”
See Þingvellir, Strokkur, Gullfoss, and the Secret Lagoon on a full-day Iceland tour from Reykjavik, with guide, transport, and Wi-Fi.
“Fabulous all day tour topped off with a stop at the Secret Lagoon! Loved it & our guide Leifur was very knowledgeable & friendly. Would definitely recommend. Pick up was a bit confusing though. Should be made clearer when booking that you take the pick up bus to the main bus terminal & then change onto the tour bus. We could have missed the tour if we had not checked with the driver.”
Hike across recent Icelandic lava fields, visit Kleifarvatn and Seltún, then unwind at the Blue Lagoon on a full-day trip from Reykjavík.
“Great day out with easy pick up and transportation. Hler was a friendly guide and very passionate when talking about Iceland and the geography behind it. Highly recommend.”
Review of a 12-hour South Coast tour from Reykjavík with waterfalls, Reynisfjara black beach, glaciers, Wi-Fi, and optional glacier hike.
“Our guide, Mika, is truly professional, he provides lots of interesting information about Iceland and special views in sight seeing spots. Sincerely recommend this tour!”
See Skógafoss, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, and possible northern lights on a long but rewarding Reykjavik day trip.
“So the day is very long (14 hours) but this was the highlight of the trip. Diamond beach was amazing and the glacier lagoon was also amazing. Our guide, Gunnar, was so entertaining and even took us to see the northern lights. Amazing experience and well worth it!”
Descend 400 feet into Thrihnukagigur Volcano on a guided Iceland hike, with lava-field views, safety gear, soup, and hot drinks.
“The only place in the world you can go inside a volcano! Very unique experience!”
See Iceland’s Golden Circle and Kerid Crater, then unwind at the Blue Lagoon on an 11-hour small-group trip from Reykjavik.
“Saw a lot of wonderful places and amazing views.Pablo our tour guide and also the driver was good. Mini bus was clean and good enough for the number of people. This tour is highly recommended.”
Explore Snæfellsnes from Reykjavik on an 11-hour small-group tour with seals, black beaches, basalt cliffs, folklore, and Kirkjufell.
“The trip was long, 12 hours by the time we got back to our hotel, but the bus was really the most comfortable one we had all week and the sights were amazing. The tour guide Thor was awesome. Well worth it”
See Iceland’s Golden Circle, Friðheimar greenhouse, and Sky Lagoon in one guided 10.5-hour day from Reykjavík.
“The Golden Circle is incredible and having a great tour guide with a deep knowledge of Iceland like Tony made it as informative as it was beautiful. Visiting multiple sites including the Geysir, National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, Fridheimar (with a lovely lunch in their wine bar) and finishing at the Sky Lagoon really made it a very relaxed tour despite the amount we actually covered.”
Explore Snæfellsnes from Reykjavik on an 11-hour small-group tour with seals, black beaches, basalt cliffs, churches, and Kirkjufell.
“Excellent from start to finish. Henrik, our guide, was full of energy and enthusiasm from start to finish and looked after the group throughout. We visited all of the places on the itinerary as well as a few additional stop offs at places of interest. Then dropped back in Reykjavik as planned and on time. It was a fantastic adventure and one we would highly recommend to add to your stay in Iceland!”
See Iceland’s Golden Circle, watch Strokkur erupt, then soak at Fontana Spa and taste rye bread baked in hot springs from Reykjavik.
“Traveling in a small group. Good experience to explore the geyser and the spa plus baking the rye bread. Weather and the scenery were good to allow us to take nice photos”
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