The 15 Best Tours in Vik

1.Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon Full-Day Guided Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,302 reviews · from $203Our pick

Spend a long but rewarding day crossing Iceland’s south coast to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. You’ll see floating icebergs, black-sand Diamond Beach, Vík, and Seljalandsfoss, with a boat cruise available from April to October when conditions allow. English-speaking guides such as Denis, Viktoria, and Ritchie have added local stories and occasional bonus stops.

“M Dawg and T Money were amazing! M Dawg is full of knowledge, interesting facts, and historical information which he shared throughout the entire day. He is very passionate about the tour and all Iceland has to offer. This was one of the most informational tours I've ever been on. The sights were amazing; they even stopped at other spots to make up for the lack of sight at one of the scheduled sights. I thought this personalization showed how much they wanted to ensure you got the best tour. M Dawg also shared recommendations at the end of the tour within Reykjavík, another added bonus he was not obligated…”

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2.South Coast Classic: Full-Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,457 reviews · 10.5 hours · from $117

Ride from Reykjavík to Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Sólheimajökull, Reynisfjara, and Vík with a live English-speaking guide. Guides such as Darren, Amelia, Karin, and Matthias have been praised for clear stories about Icelandic geology, folklore, and culture. Expect a 10.5-hour day, changing weather, and quick but rewarding stops.

“It was fulfilling and there's a lot to see. Matthias our guide have a lot of stories and information about Iceland so you would know more about the country. Every stop is a different experience. Definitely recommend ed.”

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3.Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,110 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $194

Ride from Vík in a high-clearance Super Jeep across Mýrdalssandur to Katla Ice Cave. Walk on Mýrdalsjökull with crampons and a helmet, then see blue ice streaked with volcanic ash. Guides such as Helgi, Peter, Alex, and Kamil add strong local insight. Reykjavík options also include Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss.

“Helgi, our tour guide was the highlight of this trip! The cave its self was cool but underwhelming compared to the expectations. It is essentially a room you can walk in and turn around in. Helgi was so knowledgeable and had the greatest sense of humor. He made our excursion well worth the money! We learned so much about the history of Iceland and Katla, all while laughing and making sure we had a great day. Couldn’t recommend Helgi enough!”

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4.Ice Cave Tour and Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,746 reviews · 4 hours · from $165

Join a small group of up to 12 for a four-hour glacier hike on Falljökull and a visit to a naturally formed blue ice cave. Guides such as Camino, Elena, Maria, and Fabian are praised for clear safety help and glacier facts. Gear, parking, coffee, hot chocolate, and chocolate are included.

“We had a great experience during the glacier hike, and the activity itself was both exciting and well-organized. A big part of what made it enjoyable was our tour guide, Mihai. He was incredibly cooperative, patient, and attentive throughout the entire hike. Mihai made sure everyone in the group felt comfortable and safe, and he was always considerate of different fitness levels and needs. His clear instructions, friendly attitude, and knowledge about the glacier and the surrounding area really added to the overall experience. We truly appreciated his effort in making this adventure memorable for everyone!”

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5.Katla Ice Cave and Super Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,310 reviews · from $230

Ride from Vik in a rugged super jeep, cross Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, and enter a natural ice cave below Katla Volcano. Your English-speaking guide provides helmets, crampons, safety gear, and clear explanations of the glacier’s blue, gray, and black ice. The cave can change with weather and melting, so the route may sometimes use an ice tunnel instead.

“Great guide and great activity! Very happy with the overall experience. Unreal scenes!”

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6.Lava Show Vik Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,177 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $54Best value

In Vík, a live host explains Icelandic volcanism, the 1918 Katla eruption, and local evacuation plans before handling red-hot lava just a few feet away. You will see, hear, smell, and feel the heat, then touch lava as it cools. The English-language show lasts about 55 minutes and includes a Q&A.

“The guide was very informative and fun to listen. We watched real lava flow and things that could be done with it. Got a little bit of Vik history.”

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7.Sólheimajökull: Guided Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,123 reviews · from $116

Meet your certified guide at Sólheimajökull parking lot and walk onto the glacier in a small, family-friendly group. You’ll use crampons, a helmet, and an ice axe while learning about moulins, crevasses, ice caves, and glacier movement. Guides including Daniel, Steve, Tomas, Sarah, and Daniela are praised for clear instruction and a relaxed pace.

“One of the highlights of our trip to Iceland! The hike wasn't too strenuous, at no point did we feel we were being physically pushed but at the same time we covered so much ground. They took safety precautions serious, so at no time did we feel unsafe. I would definitely recommend to anyone. Our tour guide Daniel was fantastic. He had a wealth of knowledge on the glaciers and said he was happy for us to get as much from the tour as he felt the group was capable. You can tell Daniel is passionate about his job which only made our time on the glacier more exciting and…”

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8.Ice Cave by Katla Volcano Super Jeep Tour from Vik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,100 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $203

Ride from Vík in a Super Jeep to Kötlujökull Glacier, an outlet of Mýrdalsjökull, and walk into a natural ice cave beneath Katla Volcano. Your guide explains the glacier and volcanic setting while you use provided crampons and a helmet. Guides such as Hawk, Gaby, Syra, and Edgar are often praised for clear, good-humored help.

“Gorgeous views and the cave is super cool with great opportunities for pictures. Be advised: the hike up to the cave is mild but not easy for everyone and as different yours arrive all around the same time you spend a lot of time waiting in the freezing cold and intense winds on the mountain. Be prepared!”

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9.LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 974 reviews · 50 min · from $54

At Icelandic Lava Show in Vík, you sit a few meters from real lava heated to 1,100°C. A Lava Master such as Louis or Luis explains Katla, Icelandic eruptions, and what happens when lava meets ice. Expect a short film, sharp storytelling, intense heat, and a close look at molten rock in a small indoor setting.

“Louis was an amazing guide. Very polite guy, made our experience incridible. We were very satisfied with our guide.”

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10.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Adventure in a Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $115

Meet your English-speaking glacier guide at Sólheimajökull Base Camp, gear up with crampons, a helmet, harness, and ice axe, then spend about an hour walking across blue ice, crevasses, and glacial formations. Guides such as Sam, Sophia, Oskar, and Heini are known for clear safety tips, photos, and lively glacier stories.

“Sophia, our guide, was great! I felt safe and taken care of. Miraculously, we had beautiful sunny, clear weather and also only our family in our group! We are not sure how that happened, as other groups looked full. Either way, we learned a lot and saw a lot! Really cool to be on the glacier. Tip: Bring sunglasses that wrap around because the wind will blow black dust/ash into your eyes on the walk there. Once you get to the glacier, there is nothing blowing like that but the walk to/from can be dusty!”

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11.Ice Cave Tour from Vík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 733 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $220

From Vík, you ride an off-road vehicle toward Katla Ice Cave, then walk across rugged volcanic ground and glacier ice before spending 45 to 60 minutes exploring the cave. Guides such as Ari, Boris, Carlos, and Viggo add local stories, safety help, and photos. The tour costs $220 and lasts about three hours.

“Great experience and a must do if you are in Iceland! The glaciers are a breathtaking and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! 11/10:)”

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12.Katla Ice Cave Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 616 reviews · 3 hours · from $181

Travel from Vík into the highlands in a 4x4 Super Jeep, then walk 2 to 8 minutes to a natural Katla ice cave. Your English-speaking guide provides helmets, crampons, geology, folklore, and photo help. The cave changes with the season, so expect a real slice of glacier rather than a fixed attraction.

“This was amazing. The views were great and not anywhere you could have seen without this tour. The ice cave was great to see but smaller as it’s the end of the summer. This is just the way Mother Nature is but it was really incredible.”

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13.Quad Bike Tour on Black Lava Sands from Mýrdalur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 502 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $206

Ride a two-person ATV from Mýrdalsjökull Base Camp across rivers, Katla’s black lava sands, the coast, and mountain tracks. You’ll stop for views of Dyrhólaey, the famous aircraft wreck, and glacial streams. Guides such as Anthony, Hannis, Remmy, Paul, and Bjarki are praised for safety, humor, and local insight.

“This was sick! We went along some gravel tracks, a black sand beach, through some creeks and saw two planes on the way as well. It was really fun, would definitely recommend!”

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14.Solheimajokull Glacier 3-Hour Small-Group Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125

Meet your certified guide at Sólheimajökull parking lot for a three-hour walk across ancient blue ice. Crampons, helmet, harness, and ice axe are included. Guides such as Edgar, Anna, Eli, and Lilly adjust the pace for the group, explain the glacier’s geology, and point out views toward Eyjafjallajökull.

“This was the highlight of my trip to Iceland. When can you say you hiked a glacier? My partner and I went to iceland in October when there was record snowfall- 18inches! We still managed to make the trek from Reykyavik to the meet up location (about 2.5 hour drive) and it was well worth it. The weather on the glacier itself was perfect, hardly windy and SUNNY. It look a little bit to get the trek started with donning the safety equipment, but once we got going, wit was amazing. Edgar and Natalia were amazing hosts- very patient with some of our less attentive compatriots but also very informative.…”

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15.Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike – Small Group Blue Ice Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 497 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Meet your certified Arctic Adventures guide at Sólheimajökull’s base near Vík, gear up with crampons, a helmet, harness, and ice axe, then walk about 3 kilometers across uneven ground and glacier ice. Small groups, frequent stops, and guides such as Steve, Daniel, and Francesco make this a friendly first glacier hike.

“We love it! Our guide Candelaria was awesome, very knowledgeable, friendly and with a big smile the whole hike. You can tell she loves her job.”

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