South Coast Tour

Iceland’s South Coast is a breathtaking region, the second most visited area. It is packed with incredible landmarks and scenic wonders that will captivate you. This diverse landscape has been the backdrop for many legendary sagas and holds a deep history, from the early settlement period to modern times.

The Viking Trail leads us out of Reykjavik towards the prominent agricultural towns of Selfoss and Hvollsvöllur. As we venture further south, the characteristic lowland vistas give way to more mountainous landscapes and soon the ice caps come into view. Glaciers, farmlands and volcanoes await the camera lens on the one side – whilst out to sea, the Westman Islands shimmer seductively on the horizon.

We make a stop at the majestic Skógafoss, where water plunges powerfully from a height of 60 meters.

Here we will take a moment to savor yet another of Mother Earth’s superb creations before heading in the direction of one of the most visited towns in the country: Vík í Mýrdal. This small coastal village is the only one of its kind in the country since it has no harbor. From the church, we can take amazing photos of a fantastic panoramic view not only over the village but also the coast beyond.

Having then reached our most Southern point, we are about to turn and make our way back to the must-see black sand beach of Reynisfjara where we spend some time exploring and soaking up the atmosphere of these dramatic environs. The sight of the mighty North Atlantic, as it crashes onto the black sands, makes for a powerful and unforgettable image!

Back on the Viking Trail we go, taking the coast road again and heading towards Sólheimajökull Glacier, a stunning outlet glacier extending from the larger Mýrdalsjökull ice cap. This ever-changing landscape of ice and volcanic ash showcases deep crevasses, striking blue ice formations, and rugged ridges shaped by Iceland’s dynamic climate. As one of the country’s most accessible glaciers, it offers a unique opportunity to witness the effects of glacial movement and climate change up close.

Then it’s back on the road to hunt down yet another of Iceland’s famous waterfalls; this time it’s the ever-popular Seljalandsfoss waterfall where, and if conditions allow, we take a walk behind the waterfall’s curtain before paying a visit to its nearby cousin Gljúfrabúi, found hidden from view in the mountainside.

After that, we return to Reykjavik where you will be able to browse through the photos you have taken all day of the magnificent scenery that this tour offers.

The tour is operated in a minibus and do not exceed more than 19 people. This way the guide can connect to all passengers and a much nicer vibe is created during the day.