Amazing 14-Hour South Coast Tour to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon from Reykjavik

Enjoy a day of sightseeing in the Icelandic countryside on this small-group tour of the South Coast from Reykjavik. If you want to see the floating icebergs of the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon and the waterfalls of the South Coast, this 14-hour excursion is perfect for you.

This day tour in the land of fire and ice begins in Reykjavik, Iceland's capital city. You'll meet your tour guide at Bus Stop #12 (Hofdatorg), where your minibus departs. For a more convenient experience, you can opt for the optional hotel pick-up for a small fee.

A minibus with comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi will bring you to your destination, 236 miles (380 kilometers) from Reykjavik. The ride may be quite long, but the views along the way will excite you. 

Snowcapped mountains, glaciers, moss-covered lava fields, and the coast embraced by the Atlantic Ocean will keep you entertained for sightseeing and photographs.

Soon after, you'll reach the Vatnajokull National Park, the largest glacier in Europe. Vatnajokull covers at least 10% of Iceland's landmass and features the highlight of your journey, the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon.

As you approach Jokulsarlon, the excitement builds. The glacier lagoon is the deepest lake in Iceland at 660 feet (200 meters). Its most notable features are the numerous icebergs floating in its cold waters. Massive chunks of ice, some as big as houses and with shades of blue to white, break off the nearby glacier to create the glacial lake.

While exploring the lagoon, watch for curious seals that often rest above the ice. These playful creatures frequent the area or the nearby black volcanic sands called Diamond Beach. The beach is where some ice pieces from the lagoon end up before slowly melting or drifting into the Atlantic Ocean.

After an excellent time in Jokulsarlon, you'll make your way back to the west, but not without stopping by the top attractions of the South Coast. For example, your itinerary includes a pit stop at the seafront village of Vik. You can shop for souvenirs here or admire the surrounding views of black sand beaches and sea stacks.

A trip to the South Coast wouldn't be complete without seeing some of the region's most majestic and famous waterfalls. Iceland boasts as many as 10,000 waterfalls and you'll see two unique ones today.

Stjornarfoss waterfall features a cliff dome and a two-tiered cascade measuring 49 feet (15 meters). Few travelers visit the attraction despite its beauty, so you'll have a great time exploring its wonders.

Your last stop for the day is Seljalandsfoss, another waterfall on the South Coast but with a better height and popularity than Stjornafoss. Seljalandsfoss waterfall is breathtaking to see with its 200-foot (60-meter) water curtain that you can view and capture from all angles. 

Your 14-hour adventure ends when you reach Reykjavik in the evening.

Join this small-group tour of the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, Seljalandsfoss waterfall, and more attractions on the South Coast of Iceland. Check availability now by choosing a date.