Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing
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September 2026
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Is Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing worth booking?
Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing is a 12-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $1650 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $1650 per person
Hiking on a glacier is what is making this tour special. This tour is the perfect mix sightseeing and adventure. For the Sightseeing part, you will explore the South Coast of Iceland. Homeland of hundreds of waterfalls,
What you get
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Glacier equipment: Crampons, Helmets, Harnesses and Ice Axe
About this experience
Hiking on a glacier is what is making this tour special. This tour is the perfect mix sightseeing and adventure. For the Sightseeing part, you will explore the South Coast of Iceland. Homeland of hundreds of waterfalls, volcanoes and glaciers. And speaking of glaciers, this is where the adventure part of this tour will take place: You are going to hike on a glacier. During this excursion, your guide will first gear you up with all appropriate gears, and after briefing you about safety and technics on the glacier, he will take you on ice for around an hour.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- Glacier equipment: Crampons, Helmets, Harnesses and Ice Axe
Not included
- Lunch
- Personal equipment for the glacier hike: Hiking boots, gloves, weatherproof clothes
What you'll see and do
Seljalandsfoss waterfall
Seljalandsfoss is among the most famous and most visited waterfalls in Iceland, and a must-see on the South Coast. 60m high, the unique feature of this waterfall is the cave located behind it. Thanks to this cave, you have the opportunity to walk behind and around the waterfall. This is a wonderful experience. Please note that in the wintertime, the path behind the waterfall can be closed for safety reasons, but the waterfall itself can still be visited. It will take us about 2 and a half hour, coffee break included, to get to this waterfall from Reykjavík
30 minutes here · Admission included
Volcano Eyjafjallajokull
The volcano of Eyjafjajökull, covered by a glacier, is located just a few kilometers away from the road and visible on a clear day. It is the volcano that erupted in 2010, and blew so much ash in the air that air traffic over Europe had to come to a complete stop.
Pass by without stopping
Skogafoss
Just like the one with visited before, Skógafoss is in the top 5 of the most famous and visited waterfalls in Iceland. Which is a very good rank considering we have over 10 thousand named waterfalls in the country and even more unnamed ones. It is also 60m high, but much more powerful than the previous one. With stairs located next to it, you can climb your way up to a viewing platform to see it from the top, or choose to see it from ground level and feel all its power! We will get there after around 30 minutes of driving
30 minutes here
Reynisfjara Beach
Almost all the beaches in Iceland are made out of black sand, but when people talk about the black sand beach, as if there was only one in the country, this is the one they are talking about. Cliffs, sea stacks, basaltic organs, caves and more. All of it on one beach. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the Black Sand Beach from previous visit
60 minutes here
Solheimajokull Glacier
Now is time for the best part of the day: A glacier hike on Sólheimajökull. Your guide will gear you up with all the necessary equipment: Crampons, Harnesses, Helmets, and Ice Axes. Following that, he will tell you everything you need to know to walk safely on ice. What follows will be an experience of a lifetime, you will walk on ice that is thousands of years old. We will have to drive about 30 minutes from the last visit Reynisfjara to get to the glacier. The whole glacier hike usually takes about 3 hours but can be up to 4 hours
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
SuperJeep - 4 people maximum
Toyota LandCruiser Pickup included
Minivan - 6 people maximum
Mercedes V-Class Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lilja Tours ehf.
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The glacier hike is designed to be accessible to most people. Although, one should be able to walk one hour on moderate terrain
- The glacier hike required to be outside, exposed to the elements for 3 hours more or less. It is customer's responsibility to dress according to the weather.
- People doing the glacier hike must be wearing hiking boots.
- The tour duration is 12 to 13 hours including driving times, visits, and the glacier hike.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Best Team to Explore Iceland With!
We booked a 7-day customised tour with Lilja, and Julien took the time to really understand our needs and preferences. He designed a perfectly balanced itinerary with just the right mix of adventures and hikes, while also offering great recommendations to help us make better choices along the way. In Iceland, we were guided by Jon in the first half of the trip and Philippe in the second. Both were knowledgeable, professional, and sincere — more like wonderful travel companions than just guides. Their service was top-notch, and they handled our last-minute changes with impressive speed and accuracy. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to show us around Iceland. The whole experience was seamless, thoughtful, and truly enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fuss-free and personalised journey through Iceland! Dear Julien, Jon, and Philippe — keep doing what you’re doing, your passion truly shines through!
Response from the operator: Good morning Irene, Thank you so much for this nice review, we are very happy to have contributed to giving you the best possible birthday trip! Looking forward to guiding you again, Julien
via Tripadvisor
Yeah, good!
2 times I use the services and expertise of Lilja Tour. And always delighted. Organization / management of the stay by Julien, great choice of hotels, visits with Philippe by driver and storyteller. Everything was perfect again, perfectly arranged. Ride with your eyes closed, it’s very serious Thanks again!
Response from the operator: Bonjour Philippe, C'est toujours un plaisir de vous avoir parmis nous! Merci pour le commentaire A très bientôt pour une troisième fois!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Lilja Tours - the best part of my Iceland vacation
My family of 4 did a 2 day private tour with Lilja Tours in late December 2024. We all voted that the 2 days we spent with Phillipe were the best of our 7 days in Iceland. Julien was great to work with in planning our tour. We did a main base in Reykjavik and our 2 day tour took us out to the Diamond beach with an overnight at the glacier. We saw waterfalls, black sand beach and glaciers along the way. Phillipe is very knowledgeable of the history and sites we saw. Excellent suggestions for places to stop and eat along the trip route. Phillipe is an excellent driver, there were times I was beyond thankful I was not driving. The tour was exactly what I was looking for - a way my whole family could enjoy the beautiful scenery of Iceland. I highly recommend the tour at the beginning of your vacation, it allows you to observe traffic rules that are not the same as your country. Those multi-lane roundabouts rules can get you if you are not expecting that the inside lane has right away on exiting out.
Response from the operator: Hello Kathleen, Thank your for the very kind review. Philippe is our best guide on the team and I am happy he gave you a wonderful time. Julien
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $1650 to $1789
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.
How much does Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing cost?
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Prices start at $1650 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.
Is Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Glacier Hike and South Coast Sightseeing start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?
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On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater, Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Reykjavik?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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