Iceland · 1-DAY TOURS
14 reviewed
The 14 strongest 1-day tours on the island sit below, best first. Each entry gives its fare, its hours, and whatever distinguishes it from the entry underneath, which usually settles the question inside two minutes.
See Westfjords’ biggest waterfall, Dynjandi, on a guided 3.5-hour bus trip from Isafjordur with 90 minutes on site for photos.
“Guide was very lovely and knowledgeable. The place was breathtaking.”
Golden Circle sights plus Langjökull glacier snowmobiling from Reykjavik with pickup, full gear, and guided stops.
“Well organised tour. Good amount of time at most stops. Awesome views and the snowmobiling was spectacular! Driver and tour guide were fab. Lena and blazej so friendly and helpful.”
Golden Circle day trip from Reykjavik plus Friðheimar greenhouse tasting. See Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Þingvellir with a guided coach.
“1st class service from booking to doing excursion. Our guide for the day was very informative and helpful. Highly recommended.”
Half-day Silfra snorkeling in Thingvellir: snorkel between tectonic plates in crystal-clear water, get free photos, stay warm in a drysuit.
“We had an excellent guide called Wilmar he was funny, kind, patient and professional . The experience was amazing and we all loved it - would highly recommend although it is expensive it’s a once in a lifetime event Many thanks”
Snæfellsnes small-group day trip from Reykjavik with Vatnshellir Lava Cave, Kirkjufell photos, waterfalls, sea stacks, and black sand.
“Our guide Cris was very kind and helpfull, he planned everything perfectly and advised us properly on where to go and what tondo. Very profesional!”
Small-group South Coast day trip from Reykjavik with glacier gear, Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, Reynisfjara black sand, plus Wi-Fi.
“Best expierence in Iceland. Get to see so much and have an amazing time. Driver and glacier tour guide was amazing”
Golden Circle sights plus Secret Lagoon soak. Þingvellir UNESCO, Strokkur geyser, Gullfoss falls, app audio guide, Reykjavik pickup.
“Excellent trip, wondrous being between two tectonic plates, stunning area. Geyser was phenomenal to watch, the natural power in earth is a sight to behold. Gullfoss waterfall was magnificent and mesmerising to watch. The day was topped off with a super relaxing soak in the lagoon, in the snow-just how I envisioned it to be!”
A guided Reykjavík day trip to Reykjanes volcano sites, Kleifarvatn black beach, and the Blue Lagoon comfort package in one long day.
“An incredible adventure! Pick up and drop off, seamless. Our guide, Hler, was super knowledgeable and extremely positive and fun. He really made the experience special. The hike was beautiful and exhilarating and our time at the Blue Lagoon completely rejuvenating! Definitely remember to bring water and some snacks for the day. Highly recommend!!”
Reykjavík south coast day trip: Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, black beach at Reynisfjara, optional Solheimajokull hike, Wi-Fi, hotel pickup.
“An amazing tour in a friendly, cameral atmosphere! Extremely nice guide and driver in one person - Thorri. Throughout the entire trip, my friends and I felt very well taken care of.”
Guided day trip from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach, with Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and a Northern Lights search.
“This was a fantastic day. Our tour guide Jon was such good fun and so informative. Vigfusi our bus driver was amazing, especially with some of the weather conditions he had to deal with. The trip did not feel like 14hrs it went really fast. Plenty of stops and photo opportunities. Day light was no problem as the waterfalls are flood lit. Best bit for us was Diamond beach, and the lagoon. Great memories made.”
Descend 120 meters into Thrihnukagigur Volcano, hike a moonlike lava field, and warm up with Icelandic soup and views.
“Very impressive, emotional even. We had an excellent guide.”
Small-group Golden Circle day trip from Reykjavik, ending at Blue Lagoon for geothermal soaking, with guide-led sights and comfort.
“The tour itself was very nice. And booking was easy. All the main amazing nature attractions and convenient transportation in a small bus ending to a relaxing blue lagoon bath. Though the lunch hour at the geysirs was too busy so we had to gulp our food too fast to catch the bus. The actual travel agency didn't inform the pick-up spot very clearly so we almost missed the whole tour. So be careful to read all emails from start to end. The pickup place is in the end of one email not very clearly indicated.”
Small-group Snæfellsnes day trip with hotel pickup, seals, black sand beaches and Kirkjufell photos, plus folklore in English.
“The tour with our guide, Siggi, was wonderful. We had plenty of time at each stop without feeling rushed. Siggi was informative and interesting. The sights did take time to get to, but that was expected. Kirkjufell was lovely at sunset, and the beach with the seals was surprisingly peaceful and beautiful. The landscape had recently been dusted with snow, so everything looked magical. We also were able to see the glacier and it was amazing!”
Reykjavik Golden Circle day trip with Kerið, Friðheimar, Geysir, Gullfoss, Thingvellir, and Sky Lagoon’s 7-step Ritual.
“Stress free way to see the sights. Small group tour that was planned and paced well. Highly recommend. The farm and for purchase lunch were interesting. Only place to eat unless you pack your own lunch. Ended the day at the Sky lagoon. Perfect, organized, and timely. Tony was our guide, native Icelander- a wealth of information. We had 4 in our group, traveled with husband’s parents. All enjoyed the trip!”
