Reykjavik · WINTER ACTIVITIES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 7 winter activities worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
A three-day winter journey from Reykjavik to waterfalls, black beaches, glacier lagoon, blue ice cave, hot tubs, and Northern Lights country.
“Everything went just perfect. Accommodation five stars, vehicles five star, guide seven stars!”
Review of Iceland’s 8-day winter Ring Road tour, with glacier hiking, ice caves, whale watching, Snæfellsnes, lodging, and Northern Lights chances.
“My 8 day tour was broken up as 6 days + 2 days so I was with 2 different groups. But the Troll Ex. Did such an excellent job with the logistics ( i.e pick ups), accommodation and tour itinerary that even though this was a last minute trip. I felt well looked after and unstressRead more”
Explore Iceland’s winter South Coast by minibus, with waterfalls, black sand beach, glacier views, hotel pickup, and a small group.
“If you find yourself reading reviews trying to find the best your company to book your Iceland trips with look no further! The weather can be very unpredictable in Iceland causing plans to change suddenly. We had booked the South Coast tour and Golden Circle tour via Back to Iceland tour company. Thankfully Back to Iceland were very accommodating and changed our tours around to different days so that we were still able to do both. We had tour guide Antanas for both trips. A great guide - funny, informative, flexible with time if able. There was the odd snowy blizzard (with very poor visibility on the roads!) during our…”
Hike Sólheimajökull, see Iceland’s waterfalls and black-sand coast, then hunt for Northern Lights on a long but rewarding day from Reykjavík.
“Frank the northern lights tour guy is an absolute credit to the company and to Iceland. Would’ve made the trip even if we weren’t lucky with the lights (pretty sure his magic made us lucky!)”
Pair whale watching with a northern lights cruise from Reykjavik, using warm overalls, live English commentary, and a free return guarantee.
“We did the combo whale watching and northern lights cruise. Both were amazing. They provide warm coveralls so that you’re comfortable throughout the entirety of the trip. We saw one green streak of the northern lights, and even though we did have a sighting, they still offered a free return. As for the whale tour, we saw humpbacks and minke whales. Well worth the time to go on a tour.”
Review of a 2-day Iceland South Coast tour with waterfalls, black sand beaches, an ice cave, Diamond Beach, glacier lagoon, and aurora chances.
“The explanation was thorough and good. Our time at Gljúfrabúi waterfall was short. I didn't think we needed to spend much time taking photos of the scenic spots along the way. I wanted to spend time at the waterfall. That was the only thing I regret. Thank you.”
Climb inside Icelandic glacier caves with a private guide-photographer, then take home professionally edited images from a six-hour winter adventure.
“We booked two days with Icepic. The first day we did a glacier cave tour and ice climb with Claudia. She was knowledgeable about Iceland, Icelandic culture and the glacier. She explained how glaciers form, move and melt, the history of Vatnajökull as well as its future. Claudia was great with our kids (9&12) - they really loved spending the day with her. She helped them get their harnesses and crampons on properly and guided them expertly over the glacier ensuring they clipped onto the anchored ropes wherever available. When it came time for climbing, she gave the kids a thorough demonstration, made them feel safe and encouraged them to…”
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