Iceland · EAST ICELAND TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 10 east iceland tours worth the money in a country where nothing is cheap, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Vök Baths in East Iceland, with lake views, floating pools, sauna, cold tunnels, food, pricing, transport tips, and practical advice.
“Bring a change of clothes. You shower before entering the baths. Can't bring any food or bag into the baths area.”
Ride a snowmobile across Vatnajökull with Glacier Journey, including Super Jeep transport, cold-weather gear, guides, and glacier views.
“Great guides, unique experience! Could do with more info about the geography of the glacier , but the snowmobile rides and exploration was awesome”
Ride a small RIB from Bakkagerði past puffin cliffs, seals, seabirds, and possible whales on a lively one-hour East Iceland safari.
“This Puffin Zodiac Tour was AMAZING! Our guides were extremely kinda, funny, and knowledgeable about Bakkageri and the Borgarfjörður eystri area (their parents grew up there!) After taking an exciting zodiac ride to the cliffs on the sea to view many species of nesting birds, we took a ride along the harbor to see seals and a waterfall. We even had BONUS whale watching time to view a large humpback whale breaching MULTIPLE times!! We got up close and personal and it was incredible. This tour is a must.”
Visit Stuðlagil Canyon and Gufufoss from Seydisfjordur on a scenic five-hour shore tour with an English-speaking guide.
“It was a really great trip and we've seen a lot of the beautiful nature of iceland. The bus hast been droven very well so we felt safe and comfortable the whole time. Our guide Kjartan did a great job so we got to know many interestimg things about iceland. He was very friendly, patient (especially with the moods of our three-years-old child), funny and flexible. His english was fine. Due to him we can take wonderful memories with us. Thank you! We recommend this trip to everybody! The only negative point ist the price. ;-)Read more”
Review of the Studlagil Canyon and Gufufoss tour from Seydisfjordur, with honest advice on views, stairs, value, guides, and cruise timing.
“The drive to the Canyon was incredible with a couple of extra stops on the way back. The view of the Canyon is accessed by around 100 metal stairs with a few 'resting' platforms on the way! You are not able to walk into the Canyon on this trip - but its still well worth a visit! We had a friendly local and knowledgeable guide. Definitely recommend this!”
Review of East Iceland’s Stuðlagil Canyon and Vök Baths tour, with Rjúkandi Waterfall, transport details, walking advice, price, and practical tips.
“We were there at 0820-0845. You didn’t show up. Terrible, first time you let us down! You let’s us down”
Review of Skaftafell’s 3-hour ice cave tour, including glacier bus access, guide quality, costs, cave conditions, and practical tips.
“Ceci n’est pas une « Ice cave » mais juste un trou dans le glacier. J’étais très déçu à cause des photos publiées par des organisateurs différents comme Ice explorer. Ces organisateurs sont plus cher mais au moins vous payez pour voir quelque chose de plus beau. Ou bien vous avez les moyens de payer plus cher, ou bien vous continuez votre route.”
Review of the Stuðlagil Canyon and Reindeer Park tour from Seyðisfjörður, with route details, hiking advice, cost, and practical tips.
“Esperienza fantastica, abbiamo trascorso una giornata fantastica con Dianne, siamo anche riusciti a vedere il canyon dal basso e a toccare l’acqua del fiume, un’esperienza incredibile! L’escursione è adatta a chiunque, ad eccezione di una parte (facoltativa) in cui si scende fino alla base del canyon”
Ride a super jeep up Vatnajökull Glacier for black-sand views, crevasses, reindeer country, and high mountain panoramas in East Iceland.
“We had perfect weather and enjoyed the trip uo to the glacier. We ended up as a private tour as we were only ones who booked. Guide was nice and friendly and answered all our questions. We took lots of pictures and didnt feel rushed. The vehicle was a smaller one that was new and comfortable. It was fairly warm at the glacier in the sun but we are from a cold climate. Waterproof boots are a must if you want to walk in the snow on the glacier.”
Review of Vatnajokull’s premium ice cave tour, with blue ice, expert guides, small groups, pricing, logistics, and booking advice.
“This was a fantastic tour. A small group (in our case, only 4 people), with a brilliant guide who shared a lot of information and history of the area and the glacier, and talked us through how the caves are formed, the different colours etc. She was very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the subject.”
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