Iceland · GUIDED
Every trip here has one spare day and too many candidates. These 15 guided tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes.
Sail from Reykjavík on the Andrea whale-watching ship, get warm overalls and expert guidance, and score a free return ticket if you miss whales.
“it was amazing! we had a very lucky day with 8 whales spotted just along the coast. the tour guide was really funny and kept the mood going even in the cold weather.”
Golden Circle guided bus tour from Reykjavik: Strokkur, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, onboard Wi-Fi, pickup options, free stop admissions.
“We were given so much interesting information about Icelandic geography, geology,and history. It made the visit very special.”
Taste Reykjavik on a 3-hour guided foodie walk with 5 stops and 6 to 8 Icelandic tastings, plus local stories downtown.
“Ben was amazing! Awesome food and great stories and tips. Best way to start our trip.”
Guided Northern Lights bus tour from Reykjavík with pickup, Wi-Fi, aurora science talk, and rebooking if the lights do not show.
“Don’t book with this company! They took us to one spot the entire 3 hours and no sign of lights and we didn’t get a free ticket for another night to see them because they lied and said it was strong lights when there clearly wasn’t any! We understand theres no guarantee but to lie and say it was strong lights when there wasn’t - is a joke!”
Guided hike from Reykjavik to Geldingadalur’s newest volcano areas, with geothermal stops, lava features, and a real-world science guide.
“I booked this originally but I guess I was the only one so I got an email from provider to change time to 8:00 and added reykjanes … it was a very nice hike, very nuce views! TAKE SNACKS because there is nothing around to grab a bite”
Guided minibus from Reykjavik across Snæfellsnes to Kirkjufell, Arnarstapi cliffs, Budir black church, and possible seals at Ytri Tunga.
“I really loved this excursion, Addi was really very nice, he explained a lot of things to us in detail and it was really cool, he gave us time each time and he was funny. We feel his kindness and his kindness. THANK YOU ADDI for this beautiful unforgettable moment”
3.5-hour whale watching from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour, heated cabins and overalls, expert guide spotting, plus a free return if no whales.
“Brilliant tour, the guide was full of information but kept it brief so you weren't overwhelmed. She was very friendly and her English was superb. We got to see humpback whales, conditions were really good and the views of Iceland are amazing even if youre not lucky enough to see whales. Recommended.”
A 5-hour Northern Lights guided hunt from Reykjavik with dark-sky drives, hot drinks, blankets, and aurora photos emailed after.
“The guide Cristian was amazing! Unfortunately due to weather conditions we were not able to see the Aurora but he gave us a masterclass of the topic, explainning everything about this natural fenomenum. I will come back to chase the N lights again! ❤️🙏”
Reykjavik evening Northern Lights chase to dark-sky spots, with expert guidance, photo stops, and free retry tickets if the aurora fades.
“The tour guide was very responsible and kept an eye on the aurora state. As soon as the aurora was obvious, he found a place to park for everyone to take photos. The whole journey stopped three times, very pleasant experience!”
Whale watching from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor with thermal coveralls, heated indoor decks, expert commentary, and a try-again guarantee.
“The most memorable parts was NOT seeing any whales which we know can happen however the response from the boat staff was simply, "bad luck". No refund, partially or otherwise nor any possibility of a return trip was offered.”
One-hour Reykjavik puffin cruise to Akurey Island with an expert guide, included binoculars, and close viewing of puffins and seabirds.
“Fun trip out to see the puffins! The captain and the guide were both very knowledgeable. I learned a lot about the sweet little birds. We saw so many puffins! Only about an hour, but that is enough time. It was a really fun trip!”
Guided hike to Fagradalsfjall volcano from Reykjavík, with geothermal stops, poles, and safety-first access to fresh lava.
“We embarked on a privately guided journey to the Reykjanes Peninsula, where we climbed the Fagradalsfjall volcano (eruption 2021). With the guidance of our knowledgeable tour guide, we carefully traversed the vast expanse of black lava fields, mindful of the potential dangers beneath our feet. The seemingly solid surface of the lava fields can easily crack and split, revealing treacherously deep crevices. We took a break to enjoy the experience, indulging in steaming cups of hot chocolate and homemade Icelandic desserts. Our efforts were rewarded with a view of the newest additional volcanic landscape near Grindavik.”
Hike a lava field and descend 120 m into Thrihnukagigur Volcano near Reykjavik, then warm up with soup and hot drinks.
“Perfect day out. Staff very friendly. Soup at basecamp is a good idea. Thanks for this nice activity.”
A long but rewarding day trip from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach, with waterfalls and possible northern lights.
“Everything went as planned. Tour guide was great. He worked out a situation on the tickets for Glacier Lagoon so that we could go on the boat.”
Reykjavik day trip to Reykjanes Geopark, with Seltún geothermal pools, an active volcano hike at Fagradalsfjall, and Grindavík.
“We saw a lot of spectacular scenery and the awesome power of nature in Grindavik. The stops were great, but the day was made by our tour guide Eric. He really knows his stuff - the history and geology of the place - however much more than that he is an engaging storyteller. He talked about what we were seeing, of course, but also drew out the human impact on the people of Grindavik. He brought to life the impact on the community, and the resilience of the Icelandic people. Highly recommended - especially if you can request that Eric is the tour guide!”
Every kind of day the city sends out, and the best of each.
