South Coast Iceland Tour: Waterfalls, Glacier Hike & Black Sands
Overview
Venture into the serene beauty of South Iceland on a scenic tour exploring hidden waterfalls and the majestic Sólheimajökull glacier. Begin at Urriðafoss, one of the country’s most powerful yet lesser-known waterfalls, surrounded by peaceful landscapes. Discover Kvernufoss, where you can walk behind the cascading water for a unique view. Enjoy an exhilarating glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, navigating icy crevasses and volcanic ash formations. Conclude your adventure with a stroll along the tranquil black sands of Víkurfjara beach, framed by dramatic sea cliffs and iconic sea stacks.
- Explore the powerful Urriðafoss and hidden Kvernufoss waterfalls
- Experience a guided glacier hike on the Sólheimajökull
- Enjoy the quiet beauty of Víkurfjara beach, away from crowds
- Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers looking for tranquility
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Admission fee
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Meals
Meeting and Pickup
Please note that many streets of Reykjavík are closed to traffic for buses. If your hotel is not accessible for us to drive, we will contact you and give you the nearest available location for pickup.Please also note that pickups can take up to 30 minutes. So you need to be ready and wait for your guide 30 minutes BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME
What To Expect
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Urridafoss Waterfall
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kvernufoss
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Solheimajokull Glacier
4 hours Admission Ticket Included
Vikurfjara Black Sand Beach
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Private transportation.
- Admission fee.
- WiFi on board.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- Meals.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the South Coast Iceland Tour: Waterfalls, Glacier Hike & Black Sands is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for South Coast Iceland Tour: Waterfalls, Glacier Hike & Black Sands will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Admission fee
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Meals
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
