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Reykjavik: Lava Cave, Hot Springs, and Waterfalls Tour

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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119 reviews
Activity provider:Nicetravel
Reykjavik: Lava Cave, Hot Springs, and Waterfalls Tour
Likely to sell out
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
119 reviews

Explore the western side of Iceland by first visiting the Hraunfossar waterfalls and Deildartunguhver. Then discover the inside of the stunning Viðgelmir Lava Cave.

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Duration 10 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
As buses are not allowed to drive in certain areas of Reykjavik centre, your pick up may be from the nearest bus stop. You will be notified of your exact pick-up location If you do not require hotel pick-up, you can meet the tour at Nicetravel office in Fiskislóð 45M, 101 Reykjavik. Please notify Nicetravel directly if you intend to use this option and be there before 8:20 AM.
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Highlighted reviews from other travelers

B
Brooklyn – Canada

Filip, our guide, was wonderful! He was genuinely one of the best tour guides I have ever had. His curated music playlist for the trip added a lot to the ambiance, and his stories were great. I am still humming a couple of the songs he played, and I found his stories interesting and relatable. The lava caves were out of this world. The waterfalls were beautiful, and there was a tasty buffet lunch.

R
Roshnee – United Kingdom

Pickup was easy to navigate as the group was fairly small (roughly 20 people). Made the tour feel more personal. Absolutely loved Walter the tour guide. He was AMAZING. Made us laugh with all his jokes and facts and made us all feel super comfortable throughout the whole journey. Tour took all day but well worth the travel. Lava Tunnel tour was completed by another tour provider and many thanks to Erin for a very informative tour. Would definitely recommend this Silver Circle tour.

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Itinerary

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    Pickup location:

    Reykjavík

  • Glanni Waterfall

    Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • Deildartunguhver

    Photo stop, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • Snorralaug, Reykholt

    Photo stop, Visit, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Hraunfossar

    Break time, Photo stop, Lunch, Free time, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    The Cave Vidgelmir

    Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (1.5 hours)

  • Húsafell

    Break time, Visit, Shopping (30 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Reykjavík

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Walk through the Viðgelmir Lava Cave
  • Encounter the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls
  • Visit the Reykholt historic site

Full description

After being picked up from your accommodation, you will travel west to the historic area of Borgarfjörður, a region that can be regarded as the setting for most of the Icelandic sagas. First, visit the charming Glanni Waterfall and Deildartunguhver Geothermal Area.

Afterward, you will see the great Hraunfossar, a series of waterfalls spread at a distance of around 900 meters. The waters flow out of the Hallmundarhraun, a lava field that was formed around 1,000 years ago during a massive eruption of a volcano lying under a Langjökull glacier. Rivulets streaming from the lava field create one of the most breath-taking views in Iceland, and just a few meters away, you will find another interesting waterfall. 

The highlight of the tour is a visit to a colorful Vidgelmir lava cave. Just shy of 1,600 meters in length, the cave features amazing colors and lava formations that lurk in the depths of the earth. The area surrounding the entrance to the cave will allow you to realize just how powerful eruptions of volcanoes can be.

Lastly, visit the Reykholt historic site where you can learn about the history of Iceland and see Snorralaug, small hot spring used by local people since the 12th century. This place was first mentioned in medieval writings OF Snorri Sturluson, the famous Icelandic poet, and politician who used to bathe there.

Includes

  • Admission fee to the Viðgelmir Lava Cave
  • Pick-up and drop off within Reykjavik
  • Free WiFi onboard the bus
  • English-speaking guide
  • Meals

Not suitable for

  • Children under 5 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Cash

Know before you go

  • This tour takes up to 10 hours
  • Admission fee to the Viðgelmir Lava Cave is included in the ticket price
  • You will get free Wi-Fi on the bus
  • Meals are not included, please bring cash as there will be a stop for lunch and a coffee break in the afternoon
  • Pick-up takes place between 8:30AM–9:00AM, so please be ready at your pick up location from 8:30AM
  • The maximum number of passengers on the tour will be 19, allowing for a more personal and enjoyable experience
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From $214 per person

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 119 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Brooklyn – CanadaDecember 27, 2024 – Verified booking
Filip, our guide, was wonderful! He was genuinely one of the best tour guides I have ever had. His curated music playlist for the trip added a lot to the ambiance, and his stories were great. I am still humming a couple of the songs he played, and I found his stories interesting and relatable. The lava caves were out of this world. The waterfalls were beautiful, and there was a tasty buffet lunch.
R
Roshnee – United KingdomDecember 1, 2024 – Verified booking
Pickup was easy to navigate as the group was fairly small (roughly 20 people). Made the tour feel more personal. Absolutely loved Walter the tour guide. He was AMAZING. Made us laugh with all his jokes and facts and made us all feel super comfortable throughout the whole journey. Tour took all day but well worth the travel. Lava Tunnel tour was completed by another tour provider and many thanks to Erin for a very informative tour. Would definitely recommend this Silver Circle tour.
D
Dhara – United StatesSeptember 1, 2024 – Verified booking
The guide at the lava cave was amazing. He was a well versed geologist and gave us such detailed information .

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