5-Day South Coast & Glacier Lagoon

Guide meet & greet at 08:45 in the hotel lobby.

Today we set out along one of Iceland’s most well-known routes — the Golden Circle. It’s where natural power and history meet, and where some of the country’s most iconic sights sit within reach of each other.

Our first stop is Þingvellir National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates pull slowly apart, creating a wide rift in the land. It’s also where Iceland’s first parliament, Alþingi, was established more than a thousand years ago — a place that still carries meaning for Icelanders today.

From there, we continue to the Geysir geothermal area. Steam rises from the earth, the ground bubbles and hisses, and every few minutes, the Strokkur geyser shoots boiling water high into the air. The next stop is Gullfoss, a two-tiered waterfall where the Hvítá River crashes into a narrow canyon.

We round off the day with a quiet visit to Friðheimar  Greenhouse, where tomatoes grow year-round thanks to geothermal heat and local ingenuity. You’ll see how farming thrives even in Iceland’s climate and maybe even meet a few of the Icelandic horses that live here.

By evening, we continue south to the Vík area and settle in at a countryside hotel. It’s a good place to unwind and take in the stillness of the landscape especially under the long glow of summer light.

Day Highlights

• Gullfoss waterfall
• Geysir geothermal area
• Þingvellir National Park
• Friðheimar Farm

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Visit to Golden Circle highlights
• Visit to Friðheimar Farm
• One-night accommodation

We continue east today, following the coast toward one of Iceland’s most extraordinary sights — Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. This is where icebergs, freshly calved from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, drift across a still, blue lake before reaching the open sea. The colours change with the light, from milky white to deep, brilliant blue. If you'd like a closer look, there’s the option to join an Amphibian Boat Tour, gliding quietly among the ice.

Just across the road, the black volcanic shoreline of Diamond Beach stretches out scattered with glistening fragments of ice, polished by the tide.

In the afternoon, we head into Skaftafell, part of Vatnajökull National Park. This is a place shaped by glaciers and softened by valleys, home to trails that lead to views worth the walk. One of the highlights is Svartifoss waterfall, framed by hexagonal basalt columns. After a full day, we return to our countryside hotel near Vík.

*prices of optional activities are shown in the next step of the booking process.

Day Highlights

• Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
• Diamond Beach
• Skaftafell National Park
• Vatnajökull National Park
• Amphibian Boat tour (optional)

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Guided visit to south coast highlights
• One-night accommodation

Our final day on the road takes us back along the South Coast, past familiar landscapes that feel different in reverse. We start the morning at Reynisfjara, Iceland’s famous black sand beach, where basalt cliffs rise from the shore and sea stacks stand just offshore. The Atlantic comes in strong here, and in summer, puffins nest in the cliffs above.

Next, we visit two of Iceland’s most recognised waterfalls. First is Skógafoss, wide, steady, and always throwing up mist and the occasional rainbow. Then we stop at Seljalandsfoss, where a footpath leads behind the falls for a different perspective. Bring your rain gear as the spray is part of the fun.

Later in the day, we arrive at the Blue Lagoon. Set in the middle of a lava field, this warm, mineral-rich pool offers a quiet, otherworldly place to pause before the journey ends. If you’ve chosen the optional bathing at the Blue Lagoon you’ll have time for a soak, a silica mask, and one last deep breath of Icelandic air.

From here, we return to Reykjavík for your final night.

*prices of optional activities are shown in the next step of the booking process.

Day Highlights

• Reynisfjara black sand beach
• Skógafoss waterfall
• Seljalandsfoss waterfall
• Blue Lagoon

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Guided visit to south coast highlights
• Visit to Blue Lagoon (bathing optional)
• One-night accommodation
• Drop off in Reykjavík

On your final day in Iceland, take the morning at your own pace and enjoy a last complimentary breakfast at the hotel.

When it’s time to depart, you can make your way to the airport independently — or arrange a private transfer with us for a smooth and comfortable journey back to Keflavík airport.

*prices of optional services, including convenient airport transfer, are shown in the next step of the booking process.

Day Highlights

• Reykjavík, explore on your own

Included

• Hotel breakfast

Iceland’s weather is famously unpredictable, so packing smart is key to making the most of your trip, whatever the conditions.

Here are a few essentials to bring along:

• Remember to bring a bathing suit for the Blue Lagoon. Even if you did not book it ahead of time there's room to change your mind.
• Warm layers – It’s often colder inland than in Reykjavík.
• Waterproof clothing – Sudden rain showers are common
• Snacks and Drinks – Your guide will also stop at places where you can buy refreshments.
• Fully charged phone and camera – Even at the Blue Lagoon you can bring your phone into the lagoon.
• Waterproof case for phone and/or camera.
• Hiking boots – Sturdy footwear is a must for rugged terrain.

During the booking process you can add:

• Private Door-to-Door Airport Shuttle
• Amphibian Boat Tour on Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
• Blue Lagoon Comfort Package
• Shared Scheduled Airport Transfer