Things to do in Iceland
Elding Whale Watching Reykjavik11 optionsBlue Lagoon Tours17 optionsGlacier Walks11 optionsDay Trips from Reykjavik18 optionsHorse Riding Reykjavik15 optionsFood Tour Reykjavik21 optionsIce Cave Tour from Reykjavik18 optionsReykjavik Airport Transfer14 optionsSnowmobile Reykjavik11 optionsAkureyri Northern Lights Tour5 optionsReykjavik Walking Tour44 optionsSecret Lagoon Tours11 options
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Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss: Small Group Day Trip from Akureyri PortYou’ll step off your ship at Akureyri Port straight into Icelandic legends—feeling Goðafoss’ spray on your face, walking strange lava fields near Lake Mývatn, tasting homemade soup at a quiet bird museum far from crowds, and standing right on the continental rift. It’s a day of real stories, local flavors, and wild landscapes you’ll remember every time you hear running water.
Skaftafell Glacier Hike & Ice Cave Tour: Certified GuideYou’ll hike across Vatnajökull’s glacier with a local guide, crunching over fresh snow before stepping into surreal blue ice caves. Feel the cold air swirl as you listen to stories about how these tunnels form each winter. There’s time for photos—and for just standing quietly inside something ancient.Is it for me?Book this one if you want to spend most of your time actually on the ice rather than traveling to it—the vehicle transfer gets you close to the glacier, and the certified guide handles all the technical setup so you can focus on the hike and the caves themselves.
Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike: Walk on Living Ice with GuidesA three-hour glacier hike on Sólheimajökull with experienced, certified guides who provide all safety gear—crampons, helmet and ice axe—and lead small groups across dramatic ice formations, deep crevasses and vivid blue ridges. The hike suits anyone in good health with no prior glacier experience needed; children from age 12 are welcome. Tea, coffee and water are available at the glacier.Is it for me?Walk across Sólheimajökull's ice formations and vivid blue ridges while your certified guide reveals the geology and climate forces shaping this living glacier.
Reykjavik Airport Luggage Transfer & Airline Check-In ServiceYou’ll hand off your luggage right at your hotel or cruise terminal in Reykjavik and get live photo updates as it’s checked in for your Icelandair or Neos flight. Spend your last hours hands-free—no dragging bags through cafes or cobblestone streets—and breeze straight to security at Keflavik Airport when it’s time to leave.
Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik cruise port: Small groupThis small group Golden Circle tour departs from Skarfabakki cruise port in Reykjavik on your arrival, with no fixed start time—the guide waits for your ship to dock. You visit Gullfoss waterfall, the Strokkur geyser at Geysir, Thingvellir National Park with an easy walk to Öxarárfoss waterfall, and Kerið volcanic crater over 6 to 7 hours. The tour runs with a live English-speaking guide and includes WiFi on board; children from age 4 are welcome, and you can buy lunch at Gullfoss or Geysir, or bring your own snacks.Is it for me?Your guide speaks English throughout, so you'll follow the commentary without translation. If your cruise docks late or you're traveling with children from age 4 onward, this tour's flexible departure time—no clock to beat—removes the pressure to rush back to the port.
Thorsmork: Glacier River Hike & Super Jeep Day TourYou’ll ride a super jeep into wild Thorsmork, crossing glacier rivers and wandering deep canyons with a local guide who reads Icelandic weather like a book. Expect muddy boots, spontaneous routes (no strict program), and views that hit harder than photos ever show. If conditions allow, you’ll climb Valahnukur peak—and maybe find yourself sharing snacks with strangers by day’s end.
Reykjavik: Puffin Watching RIB Boat Tour & Close EncountersYou’ll zip across Reykjavik’s harbor on a speedy RIB boat with a local guide, get so close to puffins you’ll hear their wings flapping, and learn quirky facts about their lives—all while bundled up in warm safety gear. Expect laughter, sea spray, and moments of real quiet as you float among Iceland’s most famous seabirds.
Lake Myvatn & Godafoss Day Trip from Akureyri with BathsYou’ll stand close enough to Godafoss waterfall to feel its spray, walk through Lake Myvatn’s steaming mud pools and lava fields, and end your day soaking in natural baths (entry extra). With local pickup from Akureyri and a guide who shares stories only locals seem to know, this day trip leaves you with more than just photos.
Private Reykjavik Walking Tour: Viking Stories & Local SpotsYou’ll wander Reykjavik’s heart with a local guide who shares Viking stories, quirky legends, and real food tips. See Hallgrímskirkja church, Harpa Concert Hall, an Elfstone hidden near The Settlement Exhibition, plus favorite bars and harbor views. You’ll leave feeling connected—to both the city’s history and its everyday rhythms.Is it for me?Book this one if you want the main Reykjavik sights plus the local knowledge—a private guide means you set the pace and get insider tips on where locals actually eat and drink, not just the tourist checklist.
Reykjavik Food & Beer Walk: 5 stops, 8 dishes, 4 craft beersThis guided food and beer walk through Reykjavik combines history, traditional Icelandic cuisine and craft beer tasting across 5 stops over 3 hours. You'll taste at least 8 local dishes—including fermented shark, dried fish, lamb soup and the famous hot dog—plus 4 locally brewed beers while visiting Hallgrímskirkja, Einar Jónsson's Sculpture Garden, Reykjavik City Hall and Alþingi Parliament House. Groups stay under 8 people so the guide can answer questions and connect with each traveler. A live English-speaking guide leads the walk.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the history and food stories without translation or guesswork—this suits anyone who wants to understand why Icelanders eat what they do, not just taste it and move on.
Godafoss & Lake Mývatn Tour: Small Group Shore ExcursionA guided small-group tour from Akureyri port visits Godafoss waterfall, the pseudo craters and lava formations of Lake Mývatn, a geothermal area with boiling mud, and ends at the Nature Baths for a soak in geothermal water. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours with pickup and drop-off at the port, flexible departure times to match cruise arrivals, and a guarantee you return before the ship leaves. Guides speak English and drive a comfortable minibus; WiFi is available on board.Is it for me?Choose your departure time to align with your ship's schedule, then head straight from the port to Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn without coordinating transport separately.
RIB boat tour Vestmannaeyjar: See elephant rock & sea cavesA two-hour RIB speedboat tour in Vestmannaeyjar takes you around the archipelago's islands, sea caves and rock formations with a live guide. You'll see elephant rock, puffins, kittiwakes and gannets; in good conditions you reach Súlnasker, a gannet island whose cliffs rise 60–70 meters on four posts, and you may spot whales or seals. The boat provides warm protective clothing, float suit and life jacket. A minimum group of six people departs from the operator's office at Tangagata 7; the tour does not run in very windy weather.Is it for me?This is a shared-group tour, so you'll be on the boat with five other travelers minimum. Choose it if you want speed and access to narrow caves and close views of rock faces—the RIB's design is what makes that possible—and if the adrenaline of a fast boat ride appeals to you as much as the sightseeing does.
Keflavik to Reykjavik: Private Airport Transfer & Guaranteed PickupYou’ll land at Keflavik Airport and meet your private driver right in arrivals—even if your flight’s delayed or passport control drags on. Enjoy a direct ride through Iceland’s wild landscape into Reykjavik with help for your bags along the way. It’s calm, personal, and lets you start your trip without any airport chaos—just you and the open road ahead.
Keflavík to Reykjavík: Private Airport Transfer with PickupYou’ll step off your flight into Iceland’s crisp air and find your private driver waiting in arrivals. Enjoy Wi-Fi and bottled water as you travel directly from Keflavík Airport to your hotel or cruise port in Reykjavík—no shared rides or unnecessary stops. It’s a quiet welcome that lets you settle in before the adventure really starts.
Iceland South Coast: Private Day Trip from Reykjavik with Waterfalls & Black BeachYou’ll feel Iceland’s South Coast under your skin: walk behind waterfalls near Reykjavik, taste sea spray on Reynisfjara’s black beach, climb above Skógafoss for wild views, and press your hand to thousand-year-old glacier ice — all with a local guide who knows every twist of the road.
Sólheimajökull: Private Glacier Hike & Ice Climb AdventureYou’ll hike across Sólheimajökull’s wild glacier terrain with a private guide who keeps things safe (and fun), climb real ice walls or moulins using proper gear, and get personal tips on glacier geology along the way. Expect laughter, some shaky moments on crampons, and that raw Iceland air you’ll remember long after you leave.
Skaftafell: Glacier Hike Small Group & 4x4 TransferYou’ll hike across Vatnajökull’s blue ice with a local guide, riding out by 4x4 before strapping on crampons and exploring moulins and crevasses as your boots crunch underfoot. Expect laughs, some nerves (in a good way), and moments where Iceland’s wildness feels close enough to touch.
Jet Ski Tour Reykjavík Bay: Ride Your Own SkiA two-hour jet ski activity in Reykjavík Bay where you ride your own machine in a small group with expert guides, warm waterproof drysuits and all equipment provided. The tour departs from Gufunes, includes about one hour of riding time, and passes Puffin Island (May–Aug), Viðey Island and downtown Reykjavík views, with free riding between stops. Children from age 7 are welcome; pickup is included.Is it for me?Choose the single rider option if you want full control of the machine and your own space on the water; book the shared jet ski if you'd rather split the cost and ride with a partner on the same ski.
Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Tour with Northern LightsYou’ll walk volcanic craters near Reykjavik, feel mist on your face at Gullfoss waterfall, soak in Iceland’s oldest geothermal pool at Secret Lagoon, and end your day chasing Northern Lights with homemade hot chocolate—all with a local guide who makes every stop feel personal.
Kirkjufell Kayaking Tour: Paddle with Seals & Mountain ViewsYou’ll paddle along Iceland’s wild coastline with a local guide, circle Mt. Kirkjufell from all sides, spot curious seals up close, and warm up with a hot drink after kayaking. Expect cold air on your cheeks and new stories to tell—plus photos your friends might actually envy.
