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The Glacier Lagoon

Jökulsárlón, Diamond Beach and Fjaðrárgljúfur

DurationApprox. 14–16 hours
Pickup07:30 – 08:00
DepartsTuesday, Friday
GroupMax 17 guests
DifficultyEasy · No age limit
Check dates and pricesfrom 29,300 ISK per adult
The Glacier Lagoon

An intimate, small-group journey along the South Coast to the iconic Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, the dazzling Diamond Beach and Vatnajökull National Park, home to Europe’s largest glacier. In the winter months you might end the day with the Northern Lights.

Your day, stop by stop

Itinerary and timings can vary slightly with weather and conditions.

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  1. Pickup in Reykjavik

    From your hotel or designated stop between 7:30 and 8:00.

  2. Víkurkirkja & Reynisdrangar

    A church on the hill above Vík, looking out over the sea stacks said to be trolls turned to stone.

  3. Fjaðrárgljúfur canyonSummer

    Summer season, if conditions allow.

  4. Foss á Síðu

    A waterfall where the wind can lift the water into an uphill flow.

  5. Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon

    Crystal-blue ice, views of Iceland’s largest glacier, seals and Arctic skuas. Optional amphibian boat ride June–September.

    Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
  6. Diamond Beach

    Icebergs from the glacier wash up on the black sand before drifting out to sea.

    Diamond Beach
  7. Hof turf church

    An old turf church reminiscent of hobbit holes — hear the story behind it on the way back.

  8. Meal stop in Vík

    Lamb soup or the famous black dough pizza (not included).

  9. Seljalandsfoss

    The 60-metre waterfall you can walk behind — if you dare!

    Seljalandsfoss
  10. Northern Lights stopWinter

    Winter season: on clear nights with strong aurora activity we look for the lights on the way back.

  11. Back in Reykjavik

    Drop-off at your pickup location between 22:00 and 23:00.

What’s included

Included

  • Pickup and drop-off from designated bus stops and hotels
  • Professional local driver-guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Small-group minibus, max 17

Not included

  • Food and drinks (available for purchase at stops)
  • Amphibian boat tour — optional, tickets on site or in the bus (June–September)

What to bring

  • Sturdy and waterproof shoes
  • Warm and waterproof clothing