Top South Iceland Art & Culture

Get close to red-hot molten lava by going to an Icelandic Lava Show. It’s a safe and fun experience, as safety goggles are provided, and an experienced professional will teach you everything you’ve ever wanted to know about lava. Enjoy the thrill of being able to touch cooling lava and hear it sizzle. All your burning questions will be answered, as this experience includes an interactive Q&A session at the end of the show.

Explore the Westman Islands of Iceland and discover history, culture, and adorable wildlife on this shared tour. Settle into your seat on a minibus and ride over to Herjólfsdalur and Kaplagjóta to visit a small puffin colony. Walk down into the center of the Eldfell crater where the volcano once erupted. See another puffin colony in Stórhöfði then receive admission to Herjólfstown for an exclusive look at the first viking settlement.

The geothermal energy exhibition provides an amazing opportunity for guests to learn more about how the famous Icelandic sustainable energy is produced. Guests will also learn about our partnership with Carbfix, one of the leading solutions for the climate crisis through CO2 storage. The power plant is one of the largest single-site geothermal plants in the world, and is located in a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and lava. There are several locations inside the exhibition for visitors to view stunning Icelandic landscapes year-round while enjoying a cup of coffee or other light refreshments (available to purchase on-site). This is a perfect first stop along the route to the southern region of the country, and there are excellent hiking paths nearby. This entry ticket is for a self-guided audio tour, available as an app to download onto your smart phone. Please note: the start time you select has flexibility, so if you need to adjust the time please contact us after booking.

Explore the volcano Eldfell and the coast of Heimaey Island on this small group ATV tour. YOur guide will show you all around the island and show you all it has to offer. You’ll visit Prestvik beach and hear the story of how the islands were founded. You’ll also have some spectacular views. Each ATV can seat two, and are not difficult to drive. But each driver must hold a driver’s licence.

Twelve ancient man-made caves have been discovered on the land of Ægissíða by Hella on the South coast of Iceland. Four of them have now been open to the public on our guided tours. The historical site is Iceland's oldest still standing archaeological remains, some believe the caves to date even further back than the settlement of the Nordic Vikings. The wonders of the Caves of Hella include ancient crosses, wall carvings and carved seats. Mystery surrounds the caves and for centuries people have wondered: Are the caves the handiwork of the Celts? Were the caves a place of ancient worship? The caves are an historic landmark site where you will learn about hidden secrets and other untold stories from Iceland's history. Join one of our local guides to discover the secrets our caves hold and experience the magical Underworld of the South. The Caves are located right next to Route 1 (the Ring Road), an approximately hour drive from Reykjavik.

Swap the crowds that are typical of Iceland's most famous hot springs for a more relaxed experience at the Secret Lagoon. In the village of Fludir, just off the Golden Circle route, you can soak in the geothermal waters for as long as you like and (in the colder months) wait for the northern lights to appear overhead.

Go off the beaten path and into an ice cave on this small-group tour. In a Super Jeep, travel to a spectacular ice cave inside Kötlujökull an outlet glacier of Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, underneath which the mighty volcano Katla is located. All necessary equipment is included.

Avoid crowds and the hassle of traveling in a large group. This private tour offers a more personalized experience of Iceland's stunning south coast. Visit the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss; the black sand beach of Reynisfjara, and Sólheimajökull glacier.

Hop on a minibus and explore the stunning nature of the island with unique history, volcanos, friendly locals, vikings and stand on the windiest place in Europe. This tour is guided by Ebbi and have the same, consistent high quality guiding that people rave about. And since you are always dealing with the owner of the company everything is simple, direct and personal. Just like we believe it should be. Our tour includes a visit to Herjólfstown, the replica and exhibition of first viking family that settled in Vestmannaeyjar around the year 900 . This exhibition is designed and created by us, the Eyjatours family.

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Spend an evening searching for the elusive Northern Lights with professional guides. Hunt for this spectacular natural phenomenon with locals who have experience in predicting weather conditions and scouting the best locations. Your guides take you out on the South Coast in an SUV or Super Jeep for a fantastic night of adventure.

Discover Iceland’s most famous route, the Golden Circle, on this full-day tour. Depart from the famous Seljalandsfoss Waterfall and visit other natural landmarks including the tectonic plate rift in the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, the Strokkur geyser, and the towering Gullfoss Waterfall. Learn about the history, culture, and unique geology of Iceland from your informative guide and admire the rugged beauty of the country throughout the tour.

The south coast of Iceland is home to some of the country’s most impressive glacier and lagoon scenery, but reaching the remote locations independently isn’t easy. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Gljúfrabúi hotel and delve into the Icelandic wilderness in your comfortable vehicle with your guide. See the best of the spectacular Vatnajökull National Park, and reach glaciers and lagoons including Fjallsárjökull, Skaftafell, and Jökulsárlón.

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Take advantage of the long daylight hours characteristic of Icelandic summers by embarking on a guided tour of the Golden Circle in the evening, when the sites as less crowded. Leaving Gljúfrabúi, visit Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where Iceland's first settlers founded the world´s oldest parliament in the year 930. Continue to Geysir geothermal area where Strokkur geyser erupts roughly every 5-10 minutes, and then to the mighty Gullfoss waterfall.

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