Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
Iceland can feel like a blur of driving and stops. This private Super Jeep tour turns it into a day plan that actually fits your group and your pace. You pick a start time, meet your driver-guide at your Reykjavik hotel, then spend the day riding in a purpose-built vehicle with safety gear and Wi‑Fi … Read more
Glaciers feel close in one day. You’ll roll out of Reykjavik with a Jeep pickup and meet a group limited to 14 people for a glacier walk on Solheimajokull—more than just a photo stop. I love that the tour supplies the full set of gear you need to move safely on ice: crampons, helmet, safety … Read more
You’ll come away feeling like you were part of the river. This guided sit-on-top kayaking tour near Akureyri takes you down the Svartá River with provided equipment, a small group feel (max 15), and a guide who keeps everyone moving safely. I especially like the pairing of easy paddling on a gentle route with the … Read more
One day, three icons, and a glacier. This is the classic Golden Circle route, then it pushes farther with Super Jeep access to Langjökull, plus hotel pickup so you can focus on the sights instead of logistics. What I really like is the stretch past the usual Golden Circle stops. You get the UNESCO-level drama … Read more
One day, three big nature moments. I like how this trip packages the Golden Circle essentials into one guided flow, then swaps the cold air for the warm, cliff-top calm of Sky Lagoon. The guide I had, Matt, kept things moving with real problem-solving and clear explanations, which makes the stops easier to enjoy instead … Read more
Aurora hunts can be a gamble. This one turns the odds in your favor with a private SuperJeep chase outside Reykjavik. You’ll get driven straight into the countryside and taken to likely viewing spots based on live weather and the aurora forecast, with extra effort aimed at photos of you under the sky. I especially … Read more
The Golden Circle is a classic for a reason. In just one full day, you get three of Iceland’s headline sights—tectonic rifts, a mighty waterfall, and dramatic hot springs—without worrying about navigation or parking. It’s a great first look at what makes this country feel so otherworldly, especially when you’re based in Reykjavik. I especially … Read more
Iceland feels bigger on a loop. This 8-day guided circle tour takes you off Reykjavik and around the Ring Road, stacking waterfalls, volcano craters, geysers, glacier country, and fjords into one well-paced ride. I like that it mixes the headline stops, like Godafoss and Þingvellir, with less famous places such as Grábrók crater and the … Read more
Nothing beats learning the sky. Aurora Basecamp in Hafnarfjörður is a guided northern lights observatory experience that’s built for one thing: improving your odds of seeing the aurora borealis. You start indoors with a small exhibition, then move to a low-lit outdoor viewing area where conditions matter and the lights can actually show up. I … Read more
Goðafoss hits you in the face, fast. This guided Goðafoss waterfall trip from Akureyri is built around the main event: a close-up view of Goðafoss and the mist you can feel on your skin, plus a guide who connects what you’re seeing to Iceland’s big turning-point story from around the year 1000. I especially like … Read more
Small town, big stories in your pocket. This self-guided GPS audio walk strings together art, history, and Iceland-at-street-level personality across Ísafjörður. You’ll move past maritime landmarks, modern biotech curiosity, and public art, all explained as you go. I love the offline-ready audio and maps, because it makes the walk feel steady even when your phone … Read more
Fjords feel quieter from a kayak. This guided paddle in Siglufjörður takes you away from shore crowds and onto the water, where you’ll hunt for wildlife, spot jagged peaks, and watch colourful houses slide by at eye level. I especially like the gear setup—drysuits, life vests, and kayak basics are provided—so you’re not burning vacation … Read more
Some ice caves are worth the trip alone. This guided Glacier Walk takes you onto Breiðamerkurjökull, a glacier tongue of Vatnajökull, with time to explore icy features up close. Two things I really like here: the half-day format (so you keep your day flexible), and the focus on real glacier terrain where conditions can be … Read more
The dark Arctic sky gets serious fast. This private Northern Lights outing is built around comfort, smart driving, and photo help, not just crossing your fingers. You get a guide in the passenger seat, hot drinks in your hands, and a plan that adapts to the weather. I love two things most: the hotel pickup … Read more
Sea angling in Reykjavík feels like therapy at sea. You start at the Old Harbour and head into Faxaflói Bay for a hands-on fishing session with an easy, friendly guide at your side. The North Atlantic isn’t something you just watch from land here—you actually get to cast, wait, react, and enjoy the ocean rhythm. … Read more