In shortA small-group minibus tour from Reykjavík, 14–16 hours long, with an hour at Jökulsárlón, Diamond Beach, Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon, the turf church at Hof, Vík and Seljalandsfoss. The boat ride is not included: you can buy it on site. Between 1 September and 1 April the drive back includes a northern lights stop when the sky allows.
14–16 hdoor to door
from $242per adult
min. 4adults for the tour to run
★ 4.6161 reviews on Viator
Is the minibus tour right for you?
It suits travellers who prefer a minibus to a full-size coach and want Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon on the same day. The guide drives and talks on the bus; at the stops you explore on your own.
If being on the water at the lagoon matters to you, compare it with the day trip that includes the boat ride in the ticket.
Reykjavik: Glacier Lagoon & Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon Small-Group Tour
Driver-guide, pickup and commentary on the minibus are included; the boat ride is optional, paid on site.
14–16 hours · small group
The stops
The operator lists these stops and times; the order can change with weather and traffic.
- Church above Vík 20 min
Views over the ocean and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. - Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon 30 min
May not be accessible in winter conditions. - Roadside waterfall 10 min
A waterfall where the wind can push the water back uphill. - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 60 min
Boat ride optional, bought on site. - Diamond Beach 20 min
- Turf church at Hof 15 min
- Vík 45 min
Meal stop. - Seljalandsfoss 30 min
The waterfall you can walk behind. - Northern lights stop 30 min
1 September – 1 April, only when the sky and aurora activity allow.
What is included
Included
- Professional local driver-guide
- Pickup and drop-off from designated bus stops and hotels
- Live commentary on board
- Small group in a minibus
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Commentary outside the bus (stops are self-guided)
- Boat ride at the lagoon (optional, paid on site)
Pickup
Pickup is from designated bus stops and hotels in Reykjavík. Some central hotels are in an area where buses may not drive; guests there meet at the nearest tour bus stop, a few minutes' walk away. These are tour bus stops, separate from the city bus stops.
Before you book
- You can cancel free of charge until 24 hours before pickup.
- Ages: child 0–5, youth 6–12, adult 13+; infant seats available.
- The tour needs at least 4 adult participants to run.
- Food is not included; vegetarian and allergen-free options can be bought on site.
- Bring warm, waterproof clothes, mittens and a hat, even in summer.
Source: Viator listing 7205P3, read on 4 October 2026. Prices change.
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