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3-Day Iceland Summer Guided Tour: Golden Circle, South Coast, Glacier Hike & Boat Tour
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Þingvellir National Park: Explore the birthplace of Iceland's democracy and stand between two continents on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike: Experience the thrill of hiking on a glacier with all the necessary gear, exploring crevasses, ice tunnels, and the raw power of nature
• Diamond Beach & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: Visit the stunning Diamond Beach, where ice chunks from the nearby glacier sparkle against the black sand shore, offering breathtaking photo opportunities
• Hofskirkja Turf Church: Capture the beauty of the last remaining turf church in Iceland, a unique historical site blending perfectly with the moss-covered landscape
• Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike: Experience the thrill of hiking on a glacier with all the necessary gear, exploring crevasses, ice tunnels, and the raw power of nature
• Diamond Beach & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon: Visit the stunning Diamond Beach, where ice chunks from the nearby glacier sparkle against the black sand shore, offering breathtaking photo opportunities
• Hofskirkja Turf Church: Capture the beauty of the last remaining turf church in Iceland, a unique historical site blending perfectly with the moss-covered landscape
3 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Discover the Iconic Sites of Iceland’s Golden Circle
Your 3-day tour kicks off with a pick-up from Reykjavik and a scenic drive past Mount Esja toward Þingvellir National Park, the first stop on the Golden Circle. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is packed with history, being the site of the first democratic parliament, Alþingi. Here, you can even stand with one foot on each continent, as it sits along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet.
Next, we head to the Haukadalur Geothermal Area, home to the original Geysir. Watch Strokkur erupt with boiling water up to 30 meters high every few minutes, surrounded by hissing hot springs and steam vents.
We'll wrap up the day at Gullfoss, Iceland's iconic waterfall, where glacial meltwater plunges dramatically into a ravine. Afterward, we'll visit Kerið, a colorful volcanic crater with a serene blue lake. Finally, we'll stop in Hveragerði, a town famous for its geothermal hot springs, perfect for a relaxing soak.
Geysir Geothermal Area

Gullfoss

Thingvellir National Park

Kerid crater
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: stay in a cozy country hotel - 2
Day 2 — South Coast Waterfalls & Black Beach of Reynisfjara
After a good night's rest, we hit the road to Iceland's stunning South Coast. On the way, we'll pass picturesque towns and fertile farmland, and you might catch sight of famous Icelandic horses. Keep an eye out for volcanic peaks like Hekla, Katla, and Eyjafjallajökull, and the Westman Islands, where a volcanic eruption rocked the town in 1973.
We'll first stop at Seljalandsfoss, a breathtaking 60-meter waterfall. You can walk behind it for an unforgettable view, especially at sunrise or sunset. Next, we'll visit the hidden Gljúfrabúi Waterfall, tucked in a canyon. Its peaceful, magical vibe makes it a must-see. Then, we head to Skógafoss, another iconic 60-meter waterfall. Climb the 370 steps for a panoramic view and maybe catch a rainbow!
The adventure continues with a glacier hike at Sólheimajökull. Equipped with gear and a guide, you'll explore ice tunnels and crevasses, feeling the glacier's immense power. Our last stop is Reynisfjara, a dramatic black sand beach with stone sea stacks, basalt columns, and powerful waves. Just remember to stay safe and enjoy the raw beauty of the place!
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Gljubrabui

Skogafoss Waterfall

Reynisfjara
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: stay in a cozy country hotel - 3
Day 3 — South-East Expedition, Glacier Lagoon & Fjaðrárgljúfur River Canyon
On day three of your South Coast tour, we travel into Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland's largest. Our first stop is the village of Vík, followed by the stunning Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon, a 100-meter deep gorge with lush moss and a winding river. We'll also visit Hofskirkja, the last turf church of its kind in Iceland, nestled in a scenic landscape.
The day's highlight is the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. The lagoon's icebergs drift towards the sea, while Diamond Beach sparkles with ice fragments on black sand. After soaking in the sights, we'll stop in Vík for a break before heading back to Reykjavik.
Optional: A thrilling glacial safari boat tour through the icebergs!
Glacier Lagoon

Diamond Beach
Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- Professional tour guided in English in a minibus
- Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik
- Accommodation for 2 nights in a double or a twin room with private bathroom and breakfast included
- Glacier Hike Expedition with all the safety equipment provided
- Free Wi-Fi on bus and USB chargers next to every seat
Not included
- Lunch & Dinner – we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch or snacks during the tour
- Swimwear (optional for those wanting to use hot tubs). Towels are provided at the hotel
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 3 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 4+ days before | 90% | Cancellation Made 4 or more days prior to departure, Refund 90% of total purchase amount |
Important info
Special notes
[Know Before You Go]
Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00, so please be ready from 8:30 at your pick up location.
Tour is operated under all weather conditions: please bring warm, wind & waterproof clothes.
Duration of the tour is 3 days and 2 nights.
Estimated arrival time in Reykjavík on Day 3 is around 20:00 (Depending on weather and road conditions).
Hiking boots are mandatory: Proper footwear when walking on uneven and slippery surfaces increases your safety and comfort. Please note, that you can be banned from participating in glacier activities when not wearing required shoes. If you do not own proper footwear (solid shoes reaching above your ankle) you can rent them during booking process.
One small carry-on luggage is included per person: For your convenience and safety reasons, it is recommended that you pack lightly for this tour, in a small suitcase or backpack. If you have large luggage with you, please check with your accommodation if they offer luggage storage for your time on this tour. If that is not a possibility, you can pay a small fee per luggage and we will make sure we have space for it on the tour bus.
[FAQs]
How does pickup and drop off work?
When you complete your booking, you'll be asked to choose a pick up and drop off location. Where possible, we will collect you directly from your hotel.
Some parts of the city have traffic restrictions, so you'll need to go to a designated bus stop for collection instead if your hotel is in that area.
This link will tell you which bus stop is closest to your accommodation.
There's a 30-minute window for collection while we pick up other passengers from their locations.
At the end of your tour, you'll be dropped off at the same place unless you choose to get off at another stop instead – that's your choice! Drop off can also take up to 30 minutes.
What should I wear on your tours and what to bring?
Iceland's weather is famously unpredictable, so you'll need to prepare appropriately, whatever the time of year for your tour.
That means choosing the right clothes (light layers), shoes (sturdy and waterproof) and coats (windproof & waterproof). And not wearing jeans, just in case it rains!
We've prepared a detailed guide for you to read, full of tips and tricks to help you know what to wear, what to bring and what to leave behind!
What is the luggage allowance?
If you're booking a multi-day tour of up to three days, the maximum "carry-on" bag size is 22 inches (56 x 45 x 25 cm or 22 x 18 x 10 inches)
If your multi-day tour is longer than three days, then your ticket includes “carry-on” (see above) and 24 inch “checked” baggage sized no bigger than 60 x 41 x 23 cm (24 x 16.4 x 9.2 inches)
For shorter tours, you can choose to add "checked" baggage for an additional fee during the booking process.
If you want to guarantee bringing a larger bag on a shorter tour, it is best to book in advance. Oversized luggages can not be taken on board but need to be stored prior the tour at either our office or at one of the public luggage lockers dotted across Reykjavík (CHECK LOCATIONS & PRICES).
What hotels are used?
At Nicetravel, we choose our overnight accommodations with care to make the best use of your time in Iceland, with reasonable drive times between stops.
You'll enjoy a private room with en suite bathroom facilities and breakfast, WiFi, towels and, in most cases, a kettle for a morning brew.
Outside the capital, most Icelandic hotels are comfortable and unfussy, with friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable staff.
Enjoy the scenery while relaxing at the end of each day!
What are the room arrangements at our overnight accommodation?
For couples or groups traveling together, rooms will be assigned according to the number of people who have booked together.
Depending on availability at each location, you may request twin beds if that is your preference.
Larger groups will be accommodated in combinations of triple, double and twin rooms – three people in a triple room, four people in two doubles or twin rooms, five people in one triple and one double, and so on.
Are meals included and what kind of food is available on the tour?
Breakfast is included at each overnight location, featuring bread and butter, preserves, boiled eggs, cooked meats, fruits, yoghurts, tea, and coffee.
All other meals are at your own expense.
As the tour continues around the country, you can grab lunch and dinner at each of the scheduled stops, and we’ll offer recommendations if you want them!
Can the itinerary change due to the weather?
Yes. We monitor the weather and road conditions on the tour route to maximize your chance to see Iceland's attractions at their best.
That means we may change the order or timing of the stops to take advantage of the weather (avoiding rain or snow showers where possible) and "golden hour" photo opportunities.
If we receive a weather alert from the Icelandic Meteorological Office or roads are closed by the local authorities, we must cancel tours for your safety.
Iceland's weather is very changeable, meaning changes may occur quickly. If we have to cancel tours, we will send you an email notification immediately.
So please check your email inbox before heading out to the collection point, particularly if the weather looks bad in the city.
Sometimes the weather is worse outside the city, or vice versa!
How long will we be driving on the tour?
On average, we will cover 200-300 kilometers each day, with four to five hours of driving.
We schedule our tours as evenly as possible, with driving distances between each stop varying from 45 minutes to a couple of hours.
You'll have around 30 to 60 minutes to explore each location, with most attractions just a short walk from the parking lot.
As with everything in Iceland, the precise timings of the tour will depend on weather and road conditions on the day, as our priority is to keep you safe while exploring Iceland.
What happens if I want to bring my young children on the tour?
If you want to bring small children on our tours, we will provide booster seats to ensure their safety and comfort.
Important: bringing children younger than the minimum age stated for each trip is not permitted; please check carefully before submitting your booking.
When and where will I be dropped off?
After the final stop on the tour, we will return to the city. There is no specific time or drop off location – this can differ from the pick up spot.
You're free to ask the guide to drop you off in the city center, or back at your collection point, whichever is the most convenient for your evening plans.
You can expect to be dropped off within 30 minutes after the scheduled end of the tour.
In what languages tours are guided?
All our scheduled group tours are guided in English.
Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00, so please be ready from 8:30 at your pick up location.
Tour is operated under all weather conditions: please bring warm, wind & waterproof clothes.
Duration of the tour is 3 days and 2 nights.
Estimated arrival time in Reykjavík on Day 3 is around 20:00 (Depending on weather and road conditions).
Hiking boots are mandatory: Proper footwear when walking on uneven and slippery surfaces increases your safety and comfort. Please note, that you can be banned from participating in glacier activities when not wearing required shoes. If you do not own proper footwear (solid shoes reaching above your ankle) you can rent them during booking process.
One small carry-on luggage is included per person: For your convenience and safety reasons, it is recommended that you pack lightly for this tour, in a small suitcase or backpack. If you have large luggage with you, please check with your accommodation if they offer luggage storage for your time on this tour. If that is not a possibility, you can pay a small fee per luggage and we will make sure we have space for it on the tour bus.
[FAQs]
How does pickup and drop off work?
When you complete your booking, you'll be asked to choose a pick up and drop off location. Where possible, we will collect you directly from your hotel.
Some parts of the city have traffic restrictions, so you'll need to go to a designated bus stop for collection instead if your hotel is in that area.
This link will tell you which bus stop is closest to your accommodation.
There's a 30-minute window for collection while we pick up other passengers from their locations.
At the end of your tour, you'll be dropped off at the same place unless you choose to get off at another stop instead – that's your choice! Drop off can also take up to 30 minutes.
What should I wear on your tours and what to bring?
Iceland's weather is famously unpredictable, so you'll need to prepare appropriately, whatever the time of year for your tour.
That means choosing the right clothes (light layers), shoes (sturdy and waterproof) and coats (windproof & waterproof). And not wearing jeans, just in case it rains!
We've prepared a detailed guide for you to read, full of tips and tricks to help you know what to wear, what to bring and what to leave behind!
What is the luggage allowance?
If you're booking a multi-day tour of up to three days, the maximum "carry-on" bag size is 22 inches (56 x 45 x 25 cm or 22 x 18 x 10 inches)
If your multi-day tour is longer than three days, then your ticket includes “carry-on” (see above) and 24 inch “checked” baggage sized no bigger than 60 x 41 x 23 cm (24 x 16.4 x 9.2 inches)
For shorter tours, you can choose to add "checked" baggage for an additional fee during the booking process.
If you want to guarantee bringing a larger bag on a shorter tour, it is best to book in advance. Oversized luggages can not be taken on board but need to be stored prior the tour at either our office or at one of the public luggage lockers dotted across Reykjavík (CHECK LOCATIONS & PRICES).
What hotels are used?
At Nicetravel, we choose our overnight accommodations with care to make the best use of your time in Iceland, with reasonable drive times between stops.
You'll enjoy a private room with en suite bathroom facilities and breakfast, WiFi, towels and, in most cases, a kettle for a morning brew.
Outside the capital, most Icelandic hotels are comfortable and unfussy, with friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable staff.
Enjoy the scenery while relaxing at the end of each day!
What are the room arrangements at our overnight accommodation?
For couples or groups traveling together, rooms will be assigned according to the number of people who have booked together.
Depending on availability at each location, you may request twin beds if that is your preference.
Larger groups will be accommodated in combinations of triple, double and twin rooms – three people in a triple room, four people in two doubles or twin rooms, five people in one triple and one double, and so on.
Are meals included and what kind of food is available on the tour?
Breakfast is included at each overnight location, featuring bread and butter, preserves, boiled eggs, cooked meats, fruits, yoghurts, tea, and coffee.
All other meals are at your own expense.
As the tour continues around the country, you can grab lunch and dinner at each of the scheduled stops, and we’ll offer recommendations if you want them!
Can the itinerary change due to the weather?
Yes. We monitor the weather and road conditions on the tour route to maximize your chance to see Iceland's attractions at their best.
That means we may change the order or timing of the stops to take advantage of the weather (avoiding rain or snow showers where possible) and "golden hour" photo opportunities.
If we receive a weather alert from the Icelandic Meteorological Office or roads are closed by the local authorities, we must cancel tours for your safety.
Iceland's weather is very changeable, meaning changes may occur quickly. If we have to cancel tours, we will send you an email notification immediately.
So please check your email inbox before heading out to the collection point, particularly if the weather looks bad in the city.
Sometimes the weather is worse outside the city, or vice versa!
How long will we be driving on the tour?
On average, we will cover 200-300 kilometers each day, with four to five hours of driving.
We schedule our tours as evenly as possible, with driving distances between each stop varying from 45 minutes to a couple of hours.
You'll have around 30 to 60 minutes to explore each location, with most attractions just a short walk from the parking lot.
As with everything in Iceland, the precise timings of the tour will depend on weather and road conditions on the day, as our priority is to keep you safe while exploring Iceland.
What happens if I want to bring my young children on the tour?
If you want to bring small children on our tours, we will provide booster seats to ensure their safety and comfort.
Important: bringing children younger than the minimum age stated for each trip is not permitted; please check carefully before submitting your booking.
When and where will I be dropped off?
After the final stop on the tour, we will return to the city. There is no specific time or drop off location – this can differ from the pick up spot.
You're free to ask the guide to drop you off in the city center, or back at your collection point, whichever is the most convenient for your evening plans.
You can expect to be dropped off within 30 minutes after the scheduled end of the tour.
In what languages tours are guided?
All our scheduled group tours are guided in English.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two persons stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Price for Triple Occupancy applies when three persons stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Child: 8-15 years old.
* Adult: 16+ years old.
* Children under 8 years of age are not permitted on this tour.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two persons stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Price for Triple Occupancy applies when three persons stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Child: 8-15 years old.
* Adult: 16+ years old.
* Children under 8 years of age are not permitted on this tour.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.
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