Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Iceland (Updated 2026)

Iceland, Europe
Skaftafell Glacier Hike and Ice Climbing Adventure

Discover the exhilarating world of ice climbing in Skaftafell, set within the stunning Vatnajökull National Park. This adventure takes you on a glacier hike where …More

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Discover the exhilarating world of ice climbing in Skaftafell, set within the stunning Vatnajökull National Park. This adventure takes you on a glacier hike where...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$281
Northern Lights with Photos & Hot Chocolate Small Group Tour

Unlike crowded coach tours, our small-group experience keeps things personal, comfortable, and flexible. With fewer passengers, you’ll enjoy more space, direct interaction with your guide, …More

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Unlike crowded coach tours, our small-group experience keeps things personal, comfortable, and flexible. With fewer passengers, you’ll enjoy more space, direct interaction with your guide,...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$120
Day Trip to the Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon from Reykjavik

This is an ideal tour for those who want to see the two most visited places in Iceland in one day.  The Golden circle named by …More

This is an ideal tour for those who want to see the two most visited places in Iceland in one day.  The Golden circle named by...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$470
Exclusive Golden Circle: A Private Icelandic Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Iceland’s Golden Circle! This private day tour takes you on a thrilling journey to some of the country's most …More

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Iceland’s Golden Circle! This private day tour takes you on a thrilling journey to some of the country's most...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$124
Golden Circle, Tomato Farm Lunch & Sky Lagoon Small-Group Tour

The Golden Circle is an instant classic. Get picked up from your accommodation in Reykjavik by your guide who will take you on a geothermal …More

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The Golden Circle is an instant classic. Get picked up from your accommodation in Reykjavik by your guide who will take you on a geothermal...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$430
Private Transfer Service from Hotels in Reykjavik to Cruise Ship Terminal

Embark on a stress-free journey with our Private Transfer Service, taking you from your hotel in Reykjavik straight to the Cruise Ship Terminal. Let our …More

Embark on a stress-free journey with our Private Transfer Service, taking you from your hotel in Reykjavik straight to the Cruise Ship Terminal. Let our...

15 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Private Transfer: Reykjavik Cruise Ports to hotels in Reykjavik

We provide a stress-free and reliable private transfer service from the cruise port to your hotel, ensuring a smooth start to your Icelandic adventure. Why …More

We provide a stress-free and reliable private transfer service from the cruise port to your hotel, ensuring a smooth start to your Icelandic adventure. Why...

15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$145
Super Jeep Glacier Tour on Vatnajökull

Experience Iceland like you never did before! Our Super jeep tours are a chilled and yet an adventurous experience. You will sit and enjoy while …More

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Experience Iceland like you never did before! Our Super jeep tours are a chilled and yet an adventurous experience. You will sit and enjoy while...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$251
Premium 4x4 Diamond Circle Tour

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from stopping at the stunning Godafoss …More

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Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from stopping at the stunning Godafoss...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$365
Reykjavík Bay Arctic Rose Whale Watching Excursion

Embark on an unforgettable Arctic Rose Whale Watching experience in Reykjavík Bay. Join our expert crew on a comfortable and eco-friendly vessel as we venture …More

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Embark on an unforgettable Arctic Rose Whale Watching experience in Reykjavík Bay. Join our expert crew on a comfortable and eco-friendly vessel as we venture...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$98
Puffin Tour by RIB Speedboat — Express Tour from Reykjavík

Akure and Lundey Islands, just minutes from Reykjavík's Old Harbour, is home to one of Iceland's largest puffin colonies. You'll reach it by RIB speedboat …More

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Akure and Lundey Islands, just minutes from Reykjavík's Old Harbour, is home to one of Iceland's largest puffin colonies. You'll reach it by RIB speedboat...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$81
3 Hour Private Reykjavik Driving Tour

This is a private 3-hour Reykjavik Driving Tour with a designed itinerary based on your wishes. Drive around and see all the highlights, or would …More

This is a private 3-hour Reykjavik Driving Tour with a designed itinerary based on your wishes. Drive around and see all the highlights, or would...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$794
Shared Group Glacier Lagoon Tour from Djupivogur

Experience the Ultimate Small-Group Adventure: Djúpivogur to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Embark on an intimate, small-group tour from Djúpivogur to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, designed exclusively for …More

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Experience the Ultimate Small-Group Adventure: Djúpivogur to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon Embark on an intimate, small-group tour from Djúpivogur to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, designed exclusively for...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$430
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

Explore the wildlife of Akureyri on this original 3-hour tour of the fjord as the boat cruises calmly about the water. This tour takes you through …More

Explore the wildlife of Akureyri on this original 3-hour tour of the fjord as the boat cruises calmly about the water. This tour takes you through...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$106
Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Husavik

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Husavik Port stopping at the …More

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Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Husavik Port stopping at the...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$293
6 Days Self -Drive Tour with Pick Up - Hot Springs Iceland - 4x4 Campervan

The Hot Spring Iceland in 6 Days is a well-designed self-drive vacation package with a pre-planned itinerary, selected attractions, and campsite overnight fees to offer …More

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The Hot Spring Iceland in 6 Days is a well-designed self-drive vacation package with a pre-planned itinerary, selected attractions, and campsite overnight fees to offer...

6 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,029
Iceland's Christmas Myths and Traditions - Reykjavík walking tour

Get a deep insight into Iceland's holiday traditions and folklore from a local. We will introduce you to some of the country's dark and twisted …More

Get a deep insight into Iceland's holiday traditions and folklore from a local. We will introduce you to some of the country's dark and twisted...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Airplane tour over black sands and riverbeds from Skaftafell

This is one of our most photogenic tours. We fly over the coastline and Skeiðarársandur, a vast plain of black sand and ash covered with …More

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This is one of our most photogenic tours. We fly over the coastline and Skeiðarársandur, a vast plain of black sand and ash covered with...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$395
Airplane Sightseeing flight over Laki craters and highland

On this tour, we fly to the west of Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park, over the vast ice sheet of Skeiðarárjökull and to Grænalón glacial …More

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On this tour, we fly to the west of Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park, over the vast ice sheet of Skeiðarárjökull and to Grænalón glacial...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$409
Airplane flight over glacier lagoons and Iceland's highest peak

On this tour, we fly over the colorful area of Kjós located at the head of Mosárdalur glacier valley on our way to the highest …More

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On this tour, we fly over the colorful area of Kjós located at the head of Mosárdalur glacier valley on our way to the highest...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$424
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