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Reykjavik’s best days out.
The 11 diamond beach tours travellers book the most, and what each one is actually like on the day. Run times, prices and the operator behind every trip, in one place.
Reykjavik day trip to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, and two iconic waterfalls. Long but worth the ice and black sand.
Most Popular“Amazing!!! We loved it alot! The Guide Benedict was amazing and very nice! The sites n views were so so amazing n beautiful!! Breathtaking!!!! Worth it sm!! Thankyou for amazing experience 🥹🩷🙏”
14.5-hour south coast trip from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón and Diamond Beach: two waterfalls, glacier icebergs, and an optional boat.
“it was a very long day but it was such beautiful scenery on that long journey. visited every site as mentioned on the list and it was spectacular. highly recommend this trip but be prepared for a very long journey. There was plenty stop along the way at the gas/restaurant station.”
South Coast day tour from Reykjavik with Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Skaftafell, Jökulsárlón, and Diamond Beach ice on black sand.
“Our tour was originally booked with Grayline and I was a bit worried when I read recent reviews. For some reason we were changed to BusTravel Iceland and our day was amazing. Karolina was a great guide. We had a relatively rainy day but it was great. Recommend doing the glacier cruise. Bring waterproof stuff…”
A long but rewarding Reykjavik day trip: Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, Diamond Beach, Vik, and waterfalls, with pickup and WiFi onboard.
“This is a fantastic tour. Our guide Heidi and driver Captain Thor were excellent and adjusted the order of the trip to give us maximum time at the lagoon in great weather. The lagoon is a magical experience and diamond beach was amazing. We did several day trips in Iceland and this one was easily…”
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach day trip from Reykjavik with Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, and possible aurora. 14.5 hours.
“Seems that other travelers have this same issue with this specific tour. Our start time was 07:30 and was told the window started half an hour prior (07:00). My wife had a sickness that morning before we left the hotel so it took us maybe 20 extra minutes to decide if she’s able to go.…”
Reykjavik day tour to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon by amphibian boat, Diamond Beach ice, plus Seljalandsfoss and Stjórnarfoss waterfalls.
“Our family had a great day going from Reykjavik. Note: It is a long 4.5 hr drive in the bus. We did stop at a great little road cafe with great food options, including Vegetarian options. The 1-2 hrs at the Glacier and Boat tour were awesome and absolutely beautiful. Well worth the cost of…”
Private southern Iceland day trip from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón, Diamond Beach, Stjórnarfoss, and Vatnajökull with pickup and Wi‑Fi.
“Tomas was very friendly, efficient, and understood his audience very well. I would definitely recommend. He was committed to showing us everything we wanted, and went above and beyond! The drive was long—so be prepared for that—but the sights at the glacier bay and diamond beach were incredible!”
Private South Coast drive from Reykjavik with hotel pickup, Wi‑Fi and USB, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Diamond Beach icebergs.
“It’s a long day but so worth it! We had only a few days in Iceland and Alex made sure we got to see everything we wanted to. Alex is great- knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. I can’t say enough good things about him.”
Private South Coast day from Reykjavík: Jökulsárlón lagoon, black sand beaches, Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss and Diamond Beach.
“We booked this trip because we wanted, as first timers in the country, to experience as most as we could from the country. Don't have any regrets about booking this trip. Our driver was friendly, willing and able to show the country, the southern part of it. The tour was originally set for 14 hours,…”
Private Jeep south coast day from Reykjavik: waterfalls, glacier walk, Glacier Lagoon icebergs, Diamond Beach. Up to 4.
“We are glad that we went on this trip and it gave us opportunities to learn the beautiful landscape of Iceland. Hats off to the driver Orvar who brought us back safe and sound during snow storm. Even tho he skipped 2 stops he allowed us to see icebergs in day light while the sun…”
Private jeep tour from Höfn to Jökulsárlón, Diamond Beach, and a quiet secret glacier stop with pickup and live guide commentary.
“Lyn had such a passion for and knowledge of the environment so we learned a lot and enjoyed the hike to the glacier. However, I wouldn't book this as a "Luxury" tour based on other tours we've taken.”
Every road out of Reykjavik, and every way to take it.
