On the water · 2.5 hours
Glacier Lagoon by Zodiac
From USD 250 per person
All journeys
Private journey · 8 days
South Coast, in Slow Motion
SouthSummer · AutumnFrom USD 6,200 per person
Request this trip Book this journeyDuration
8 days
Region
South
Best for
Couples · Luxury
Season
Summer · Autumn
Highlights
- 01Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss at quiet hours
- 02Black sand beaches near Vík
- 03Zodiac on Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon
- 04Diamond Beach at sunrise
Is this for you?
- Ideal for
- Couples · First-time visitors · Photographers
- Pace
- Relaxed
- Best months
- May – September
- Perhaps not for
- Travelers wanting to see the whole island in one trip.
The journey
Follow falling water to the black shore, then stay long enough to watch glacial light change.
A calm progression rather than a race between landmarks, with room for changing light, weather, and discoveries that cannot be scheduled.
Your route
Day by day.
- 01
Reykjavík
Arrival and a slow evening
Private transfer to Reykjavík, time to walk the old harbor, dinner nearby.
- Overnight
- Reykjavík
- 02
South
Into waterfall country
Seljalandsfoss before the crowds, a farm lunch, and Skógafoss in afternoon light.
- Overnight
- Hella
- Driving
- 2 h
- 03
South
The black shore
Dyrhólaey cliffs and Reynisfjara with careful guidance, then a quiet evening in Vík.
- Overnight
- Vík
- Driving
- 1 h
- 04
South
Moss and lava
Cross Eldhraun lava fields to Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon and on toward the ice.
- Overnight
- Glacier Country
- Driving
- 2.5 h
- 05
Glacier Country
Glacier day
A guided glacier walk on Vatnajökull's outlet, with the afternoon free.
- Overnight
- Glacier Country
- 06
Glacier Country
Lagoon and Diamond Beach
Zodiac among the icebergs at Jökulsárlón, then the beach at golden hour.
- Overnight
- Glacier Country
- Driving
- 1 h
- 07
South
Back along the coast
Return west with stops you missed, ending with a geothermal soak.
- Overnight
- Selfoss
- Driving
- 4 h
- 08
Reykjanes
Departure
Unhurried breakfast and private transfer to Keflavík.
- Driving
- 1 h
Included
Handpicked accommodation
Route planning and travel notes
Selected guided experiences
Dedicated trip specialist
Not included
International flights
Travel insurance
Meals unless stated
Personal expenses
Where you'll stay
Handpicked, never generic.
Final properties are confirmed with your proposal and matched to your preferences.
- Boutique hotel in Reykjavík
- Countryside lodge near Hella
- Design hotel above Vík
- Glacier-view retreat
Travelers say
Sample reviews.
“We stopped feeling like tourists by day two. Every evening ended somewhere quiet that we would never have found alone.”
“The pacing was perfect for our kids. Short drives, long stops, and a specialist who answered every message within hours.”
“The road notes were better than any guidebook. When weather closed a pass, we had a new plan before breakfast.”
“We saw the aurora three nights out of six, but honestly the blue ice cave alone was worth the trip.”
Questions
Before you ask.
How do prices work?
Prices shown are a guide per person, based on two travelers sharing. Your final quote depends on dates, group size and choices.
What deposit is required?
Deposit and payment terms will be confirmed in your written proposal before you commit to anything.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms will be published once approved and are always included in your proposal.
Is someone available while I travel?
Yes. You have a direct line to your specialist and an emergency number throughout the journey.
What happens if the weather changes plans?
We monitor conditions daily and reroute when needed, so a closed road becomes a different good day.
Add to the journey
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