About Tour - 2 Day Iceland Tour
Join the 2 Day Iceland tour to make the most of your 2 days in Iceland. This tour is guided by a knowledgeable local guide who knows every story of the south coast. This 2 day Iceland tour along the South Coast will show you some of the most breathtaking places in the country.
You will be traveling in a small group of up to 18 people in a comfortable minibus. This means there’s time to slow down, take in the views, and really experience each stop. From waterfalls to black sand beaches and glaciers, every moment offers something special.
Our goal is that you don’t just see Iceland — you get to know it. We want to make this the kind of trip that stays with you long after you’ve returned home.
Itinerary (Short version)
– Depart Reykjavík early morning, head along the South Coast.
– Stop at Seljalandsfoss waterfall – walk behind it and view the surrounding area.
– Visit Skógafoss waterfall – one of the most powerful waterfalls in Iceland.
– Arrive at Skaftafell Nature Reserve for a glacier hike.
– Explore a natural blue ice cave on the glacier.
– Evening stay in countryside hotel; after dark, potential northern lights outing.
– After breakfast, visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the adjacent Diamond Beach.
– Continue to Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach (and nearby Dyrhólaey if time allows).
– Return to Reykjavík by evening.
What's included / Not included
Included
- Expert local guide & transport
- One night hotel in the countryside
- Breakfast at hotel
- Glacier Hiking Tour
- Crystal Ice Cave tour
- Glacier & Safety Equipment
- Pick up & drop off in Reykjavik
- All Entry / Admission fees
- Small-Groups
- Wi-Fi and Icelandic music on board
Not included / Available Extras
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Pick up / Drop off at airport
What to bring
- Warm & waterproof outdoor clothing
- Warm clothes
- Hiking shoes
- Water bottle
- Gloves & Headwear
- Warm socks
- Camera (optional)
Good to know
Tour itinerary may change due to weather or road conditions.
Luggage limit: one 24” suitcase per person. Extra bags can be stored in our office for 1,000 ISK (add during booking).
Solo travelers get a single room; two travelers share a double; three or more get a triple room. Contact us for other arrangements.
Select the Single Supplement Fee if traveling alone.
Pick-up from Reykjavík is included. Choose your pick-up location during booking.
No pick-up from Keflavík Airport or outside the capital area, but airport transfers can be arranged.
Northern Lights sightings are not guaranteed, but hotels are located in prime viewing areas.
Ice caves are natural, ever-changing formations only accessible in winter. Photos are from recent seasons.
Travel is by minibus with free Wi-Fi and Icelandic music on board.
Hiking shoes can be rented when booking.
In rare cases of cancellation due to weather or safety, we’ll rebook or provide a full refund.
Some attractions (like the Northern Lights) depend on weather conditions.
Activities
Itinerary
2 Day Tour to the South Coast | Winter Package
Day 1 - South Coast waterfalls, Glacier Hike & Ice Cave
Pick up in Reykjavik
The 2 Day Iceland Tour starts with a pick up from your accommodation or nearby bus stop in Reykjavik in the morning. You will meet your guide and the other travelers in this small group tour. As the day starts you will drive through the mountains that separate Reykjavik from the south. You’ll be treated to breathtaking views of lava fields, distant peaks, and geothermal plants releasing steam.
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Your first stop after leaving Reykjavík is the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall, famous for the path that leads behind its cascading water. Bring waterproof clothing so you can walk into the cave-like space and see the world from behind the falls — a truly unique Icelandic experience. Feel the mist on your face as sunlight filters through the water, surrounded by lush green cliffs and a bright blue sky.
Skógafoss Waterfall
Next, you’ll visit the impressive Skógafoss waterfall, located on Iceland’s southern coast. You can admire its power from below or climb the staircase beside it for a breathtaking view from the top. In winter, Skógafoss transforms into a magical scene as snow blankets the cliffs and black sand gorge.
Glacier Hike in Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park
Next, you’ll take on an unforgettable glacier hike in Skaftafell Nature Reserve, part of the mighty Vatnajökull Glacier. After meeting your certified guide for a safety briefing and gear fitting, you’ll step onto the ice to explore dramatic landscapes shaped by time and volcanic ash. This area has appeared in films like Interstellar and Game of Thrones, thanks to its striking contrast of blue ice and black lava streaks.
Blue Ice Cave
Your glacier hike continues to a breathtaking blue ice cave, formed naturally within the glacier. These caves melt and reshape each year, so every visit offers a completely new experience. With sturdy hiking boots and your expert guide leading the way, you’ll safely explore the shimmering blue walls and learn fascinating facts about these ever-changing formations.
Northern Lights
After finishing up the hike and the visit to the ice cave, you will head to your accommodation – a hotel in the southeast part of the country. You will relax for a while, have dinner, and meet with your guide once again when it is dark out there. Your guide will examine the weather conditions out there and check for the sky to be clear enough in order to spot the northern lights. If the weather allows, you guys will head out to find a good spot to catch the Aurora and even get some good pictures of the lights with beautiful background.
Day 1 - South Coast waterfalls, Glacier Hike & Ice Cave
Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon
Next, you’ll visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Iceland’s deepest lake and one of its most stunning natural wonders. Fed by the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, the lagoon is filled with floating icebergs that drift serenely on its bright blue waters — a breathtaking sight framed by shimmering glaciers and open sky.
Diamond Beach
Just across the road lies the famous Diamond Beach, where icebergs from Jökulsárlón wash ashore and glisten like jewels on the black volcanic sand. The contrast of crystal-clear ice against dark sand creates one of Iceland’s most photogenic scenes. Remember to stay a safe distance from the waves, as conditions can change quickly.
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
Last, but not least, on the list of destinations to be covered on this tour is the Reynisfjara black sand beach. Loaded with humongous basalt columns on one side and the crashing Atlantic waves on the other, the Reynisfjara black sand beach is a pretty unique entity, especially when compared to the glaring white glaciers that you have already covered before on the tour. Not far from Reynisfjara are the cliffs of Dyrhólaey which serve as the home to the migratory birds of Iceland.
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
After visiting the beach, you and your party will head back to the capital in the minibus and will be dropped at the designated drop off location. The ever learned and experienced guide will stay with you throughout the tour and keep you updated as well as safe.
You can choose a pick up in Reykjavik or the capital area. Find the designated pick up locations in the drop down menu when booking.
If you don’t know your pick up point for your tour yet, you can let us know later. Note that you need to send us the pick up location for your tour at least 24 hours prior to the departure of the tour. It would also be great if you can give us your phone number so we can call you if we can not find you at the pick up location.
Pick up starts at the scheduled departure time on your voucher ticket. Note that the pick up can take up to 30 minutes. Please be at your listed location so our guide can easily find you.
No, this tour does not include a pick up from Keflavik Airport.
If you are arriving in Iceland early morning on the day of your tour, it would be best to take a taxi or bus from the airport to BSI bus station. Choose your pick up for the tour at BSI bus station and we will pick you up there.
A multi day tour is a tour that includes guided sightseeing and activities for more than one day. Accommodation is usually included in multi day tours.
The multi day tours are ideal if you would like to make the most of your time in Iceland.
- You do not have to worry about finding accommodation that will fit to your day full of sightseeing and activities.
- Most multi day tours are operated in small groups with personal guidance.
- The tours will drive further into the countryside and give you the opportunity to explore locations that you would not be able to do in the day tours from Reykjavik.
You will be staying in a comfort hotel with private bedroom and private bathroom on this tour. We usually stay in a hotel close to Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon.
All hotels that we partner with have private bathrooms.
You will be traveling in a minibus.
Yes, the single supplement fee is mandatory for solo travelers. This is to ensure your private room in the accommodation. There is no way to skip on the single supplement fee if you are a solo traveler.
Since the northern lights are a natural phenomenon, we can not guarantee the sightings of northern lights on the tour. We will do everything that we can to make your chances of seeing the northern lights as high as possible. This includes staying in hotels that are located in prime areas to spot the northern lights. If the forecast is good, you will have high chances of seeing the northern lights outside the hotel.
In the rare case that we will have to cancel the tour because of extreme weather, road conditions or other factors, we will assist you with rebooking to another date or provide a full refund.
The tour can be cancelled up to 48 hours from the departure time with 85% of the total price refunded.
However, we would kindly as you to cancel the tour as soon as you know that you won’t be able to participate in it. The multi day tours require a lot of bookings on our half that needs to be cancelled in time (accommodation, activities, meals and more).
Please send us an email to info@icelandtravelguide.is as soon as you know that you have to cancel the tour.
All cancellations requested less than 48 hours from the departure time are non refundable.
The luggage limit for this tour is one suitcase of 24 inches per person.
If you have more luggage, you can store your extra luggage in our office for a small extra price of ISK 1.000. Add it as an extra at the time of booking. This fee is non refundable upon payment.
Yes, and you definitely should! The setting on the tour is full of amazing, scenic views.
You will also find a tablet in the bus with information about the northern lights and how to photograph them.
For winter tours in Iceland, wear warm clothing as first layer and waterproof outdoor jacket and pants as a second layer. Hiking boots with high ankle protection is ideal for the glacier hike and ice cave experience. You will get crampons to put on your boots before you go to the glacier. If you do not have hiking boots, you have to rent them at the time of booking. A hat and gloves are also ideal for the glacier tours.
Yes, you need sturdy hiking boots for the glacier hike. They have to have hard sole and be tight around the ankle. If you don’t have hiking boots, you can rent them in all sizes when booking the tour. It is also possible to rent the shoes at the glacier hiking location.
The glacier hike is considered to be safe for anyone in good physical condition. You have to be able to walk for about an hour up and down on slopes and uneven surface.
We offer all safety equipment necessary and you will always be hiking with a professional and certified glacier guide.
This is always a personal choice and depends on your physical health at the time of the glacier hike. We have had pregnant women on this glacier hike but not all pregnancies are the same. We recommend that you read the description of the tour to get a good idea and ask your doctor about it.
