Iceland · HALF-DAY
The 8 best half-day tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Snorkel Silfra’s crystal-clear rift in Thingvellir with a small group, drysuit, underwater photos, and hot chocolate for $140.
“Super nice experience with some excellent hosting from Barcelona”
Hike deep into Falljökull on a small-group Vatnajökull glacier tour with crampons, ice axe, expert guidance, and ample time on the ice.
“It was an amazing experience even though it was foggy. We really enjoyed. Our guide Kate was just brilliant and we are really grateful. She was so kind, caring and adventurous. We absolutely loved every moment. Thank you. Naran”
See Goðafoss, historic Laufás turf houses, and Akureyri’s Christmas House on a practical four-hour tour from Akureyri.
“The scenery on the drive was beautiful. That is worth the price alone. Great historical information from our guide. The falls were beautiful but maybe a little more time could be spared to hike the other side of the falls and to get back in time to use the WC and browse the gift shop before you leave. Laufás was very interesting and the Christmas Shop very cute.”
Hike Falljökull from Skaftafell, cross crevassed ice, and enter a natural ice cave with a certified glacier guide.
“Great guide. Fi from Denmark was amazing. She was knowledgeable and very helpful. Fantastic experience even though it was cut short due to weather!”
Hike Falljökull on a small-group glacier tour with crampons, a 4x4 ride, icefalls, and expert guidance inside Vatnajökull National Park.
“Amazing hike with our guide Florence. definitely the most incredible experience from our trip in Iceland!”
See Kirkjufell, Djúpalónssandur, Lóndrangar, Arnarstapi, and Búðir on a guide-led five-hour tour from Grundarfjörður.
“Very good. Our guide was really friendly and helpful and we visited some great places”
Pair Reykjavik whale watching with a Northern Lights cruise, using heated cabins, warm overalls, expert guides, and flexible rescheduling.
“The Tour was lovely and we saw a humphback whale and some seals. Our guide was really friendly and had alot of knowledge :)”
Review of the 3.5-hour Godafoss and Laufás tour from Akureyri, with waterfall views, turf houses, scenic drives, tips, and value advice.
“We were upgraded to the Diamond Circle Tour in Akureyri when our tour was cancelled. It was offered at no additional charge which was exceptional. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour as it covered a variety of interesting areas of Akureyri. Our guide was outstanding and very knowledgeable.”
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