Southern Iceland Adventure Holiday

Discover Iceland’s wild and authentic side on this exclusive Golden Circle and South Coast off-road exploration with one of Iceland's best guides.

This winter Iceland small group journey offers adventure and an authentic Iceland experience alongside the chance to see the Northern Lights.

You’ll enjoy exciting adventures and discoveries such as glacier hiking and bathing in the Secret Lagoon!

Engage all your senses as you travel the back roads to experience more of Iceland’s authentic and wilderness side.

Travel in a specially outfitted 4X4 vehicle with a specially selected local guide who will connect you with Iceland's geology, nature, and history.

This is a small group trip, staying in charming accommodation at Hrifunes guesthouse where the welcoming hosts Haukur and Hadda will prepare lovely family-style meals for you.

You’ll also travel at a comfortable pace. Each day there will be no more than 45 minutes to one-hour driving between tour stops.

Day 1: UK - Reykjavik

Fly directly to Reykjavik from Gatwick with Iceland Air (or with your preferred airline).

On arrival you will be transferred to the famous Blue Lagoon. You'll have time here to enjoy one of Iceland's most famous attractions before transferring to your hotel in Reykjavik.

Overnight in Reykjavik at Klettur Hotel.

Day 2: South Iceland

After breakfast at your hotel, meet your driver-guide, who will brief you on the day’s excursion.

Today you will be an explorer as well as a traveller! It’s important to know that your guide may adjust the itinerary to snow and weather conditions, to make sure each day is an adventure that shows you the best of the area at the time you are visiting. Enjoy travelling in an amazing off-road vehicle that can easily cross the roughest of Icelandic terrain.

All the activities planned are fun, but you are not required to take part. So, don’t worry if you don’t feel up to it. The days will be great with lots to see.

Once you leave the city limits, it will not take long to reach remote areas. You will start the day with an easy caving expedition into an ancient lava tube. This cave was created by volcanic eruptions and gives a rare glimpse of how a volcano looks from the inside.

After emerging from the underground, drive along the South Shore using back roads and trails, enjoying the views of rugged coasts and isolated farms.

Along the way you’ll stop to view some of the beautiful waterfalls that decorate the South Shore such as the mighty Skogafoss waterfall. If conditions are exactly right, you might also visit a hidden waterfall, a local gem accessible only to small groups.

Then climb aboard the 4×4 vehicle again to explore a part of the region’s famous black sand beaches.

At the end of the day, you’ll visit a secret natural wonder on the black sandy beach.

Spend the evening at Hrifunes guesthouse, located on a cozy farm just on the edge of the highland wilderness. Hrifunes is far away from any light pollution, so if the weather conditions are right, there is a chance you might see northern lights.

The hosts of Hrifunes, Haukur and Hadda, will make sure you have a comfortable stay.

They serve home-made family-style dinners or buffets.

Overnight Hrifunes Guesthouse.

Day 3: South Iceland

After a hearty Icelandic breakfast, start your day by driving along the mountain road that crosses Eldhraun, a huge lava field created by an eruption in the 18th century.

Pass the huge cliffs at Lomagnupur with their incredible basalt columns and enjoy some of the hidden gems the area has to offer.

Continue to the Skaftafell area of Vatnajokull National Park.