Reykjavik: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Lagoon 2-Day Tour
Driving South from Reykjavik to Iceland's Glaciers & Ice Caves
You drive the South Coast in a heated minibus, stop at five major waterfalls and two glaciers, spend a night in a hotel with a private bathroom, then take a superjeep into Vatnajokull to explore the Blue Ice Cave before returning to Reykjavik. Breakfast, guide, transport, and all activity fees are included. You just need to arrange luggage storage and wear the right clothes for the cold and wet.
Step-by-step itinerary
Day 1: South Coast Waterfalls & Black Beach
- Depart from Reykjavík
- Drive along Route 1 past Hveragerði
- Pass through Selfoss town
- Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfall
- See hidden Gljufrabui waterfall
- Learn about Eyjafjallajökull eruption
- Visit Skógafoss waterfall
- Explore Sólheimajökull Glacier
- View Dyrhólaey sea arches
- Visit Reynisfjara black sand beach
- Overnight on South Coast
Day 2: Glacier Lagoon & Blue Ice Cave
- Stop in Vík Village
- Visit Eldhraun Lava Field
- See Hofskirkja turf church
- Explore Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
- Walk at Diamond Beach
- Blue Ice Cave expedition by superjeep
- Return to Jökulsárlón
- Drive back to Reykjavík with stop in Vík
What’s included
Your two days include hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik, a professional guide, heated minibus with WiFi on board, breakfast both mornings, overnight accommodation with a private bathroom on the South Coast, guided access to the Blue Ice Cave via superjeep, entry to all attractions (Seljalandsfoss, Gljufrabui, Skógafoss, Sólheimajökull Glacier, Reynisfjara Beach, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, and Diamond Beach), and all tour activities. You arrange your own luggage storage in Reykjavik before departure.
Times
- Every day 09:00
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The experience
You're heading out of Reykjavik on Route 1 before dawn breaks, the minibus heated against the cold, and the first real stop comes at Seljalandsfoss: a 60-meter waterfall that drops straight off the Eyjafjallajökull volcano's flank. The thing about this waterfall is you can walk behind it, which most people do, and the mist hits you hard. Then it's on to Gljufrabui, the hidden waterfall tucked into a canyon that the guide knows about and most tourists miss. By midday you've passed through Selfoss and you're standing at Skógafoss, the one that was in Game of Thrones, and the south-facing angle means there's often a rainbow caught in the spray. You can climb to the top if you want the panoramic view, but most people just stand there and let it sink in.
The second day is when the Blue Ice Cave part happens. You leave early from your overnight accommodation on the South Coast and drive toward Vatnajokull National Park, stopping first at the Eldhraun Lava Field (a moss-covered expanse of ancient lava that looks like another planet), and then at Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, where icebergs drift slowly across the water and you might see seals. The real moment comes when you transfer to a superjeep for the glacier itself. The ice caves are formed fresh each winter as meltwater refreezes deep inside the glacier, and the blue inside them is so vivid it doesn't look real until you're standing in it. Your guide leads you through, pointing out the formations that won't exist next year because glaciers keep moving and reshaping. After the caves, you walk across to Diamond Beach: black sand scattered with fragments of turquoise ice that the waves have polished smooth.
The whole thing is two days, which means you're not rushing through any single stop and you're sleeping on the South Coast instead of driving back to Reykjavik the same night. Breakfast is included both mornings. The minibus has WiFi, which sounds small but matters when you're out for 36 hours. Groups stay small, and your guide is local, so they know which waterfalls have the best light at which hour and which parts of the lagoon the seals favor. You'll need to pack warm, waterproof clothes and good hiking shoes: the terrain changes fast and the weather does too. Luggage is a constraint: only small carry-on fits on the bus, so you'll want to arrange storage in Reykjavik for anything you're not bringing with you.
Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see Iceland's major South Coast waterfalls, glaciers, and the Blue Ice Cave in one trip without arranging transport, accommodation, or timing yourself: the two-day structure and included overnight stay are what make all these stops possible without backtracking to Reykjavik each night.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 15 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the drive from Reykjavik to the Blue Ice Cave?
The tour spans two days. Day one covers the South Coast (waterfalls and black sand beach) with an overnight stay. Day two includes the drive to Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and the superjeep access to the Blue Ice Cave before returning to Reykjavik.
What's included in the price?
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik, guided tour of all attractions, professional guide, heated minibus with WiFi, breakfast both mornings, overnight accommodation with private bathroom, and all activity fees including the superjeep and ice cave access.
Can I bring luggage on the tour?
Only small carry-on luggage like backpacks fit on the minibus. You can store larger bags at your hotel, at luggage lockers in central Reykjavik, or free of charge at the NiceTravel office (Fiskislóð 45, Space M). Luggage must be in storage before pickup time.
What if the Blue Ice Cave tour is cancelled?
If weather or safety conditions cancel the ice cave activity, the operator will arrange alternative activities when possible and refund the price difference. The tour reserves the right to change the order of activities.
What should I wear?
Warm, waterproof clothes and good hiking shoes are essential. You'll be walking on glaciers, near waterfalls, and across lava fields in changing weather.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes, the minimum age is 8 years old.
Do I need to be very fit?
Moderate physical fitness is recommended. The tour involves walking on uneven terrain, including glacier surfaces and lava fields, and climbing to the top of waterfalls is optional.
Reykjavik: Blue Ice Cave & Glacier Lagoon 2-Day Tour
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