Iceland · VOLCANO & LAVA TOURS
An eruption roughly every four years leaves a lot of fresh rock to walk on. These 15 cover the Reykjanes eruption sites, the crater rows and cones inland, the indoor lava show in the capital, and the tunnels the old flows left behind.
See Iceland’s Golden Circle from Reykjavik, including Gullfoss, Geysir, Þingvellir, and Kerið, with practical tips on timing and value.
“It was a beautiful experience and Eva & Albert were great!”
Review of Nicetravel’s 11-hour Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon tour, with Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerið, transport, tips, and value advice.
“This was a fantastic experience and we spent a wonderful day visiting several different sites in Reykjavík. Our guide Dominica was excellent and full of knowledge and tales of her own experiences in Reykjavík. Our final destination of the day was The Blue Lagoon and my husband who had said all day he wouldn’t be going in was actually first in and had the best time ever!”
See Iceland’s Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, and Blue Lagoon in one 11-hour minibus tour from Reykjavik, with admission and hotel pickup included.
“Pick up is on Time and all people in the group is nice. Guide is professional and very keen on time. We have enough time to explore and also had a good learning about the places we been to.”
Feel the heat of real molten lava at Reykjavík’s Lava Show, with lively geology, volcanic history, and optional premium extras.
“This experience was amazing, so importive. The chap leading the show, Neil from England was fantastic, told us so much, got so close to the lava and showed us so much. we had the immerse experience and it was a lovely relaxing start to our first day in Iceland. would really recommend this trip and worth the money. xx”
See real molten lava flow in Reykjavik, learn how Iceland’s volcanoes work, and decide if the Premium upgrade is worth the cost.
“Really interesting and host was very knowledgeable. Upgraded to premium to enjoy the lounge and free drink”
Review of BusTravel Iceland’s Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik, including Kerid Crater, Strokkur, Gullfoss, Thingvellir, price, timing, and tips.
“Great tour. The best part- I never felt rushed.. We were given plenty of time to truly appreciate each stop.”
Ride Icelandic horses across red lava fields near Reykjavik, with beginner-friendly routes, warm gear, hotel pickup, and striking volcanic views.
“This was a phenomenal activity that was worth every penny. By the end, I was begging my boyfriend to do it again before the end of our holiday. The tour guides are lovely, really chatty and very knowledgeable about the activity as well as the area in general. I would highly, highly recommend to everyone who comes to Iceland. The ponies were gorgeous and so well behaved! The best activity of our trip so far!”
Explore Iceland’s Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel with a guide, helmet, and headlamp. See ancient lava flows on an easy one-hour walk.
“It was very interesting and informative. I didn't realize there was a longer tour but we only had 1 hour so it was perfect. The guide was very knowledgeable and excited to share the history of the lava tunnel.”
Review of Iceland’s 11-hour Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon tour, with Thingvellir, Strokkur, Gullfoss, Kerið Crater, pickup, and practical tips.
“This day-long tour is fantastic. We were able to see and learn so much! It did NOT ever feel like an 11 hr tour. Our tour guide, Siggie, was outstanding. So knowledgeable and personable. He was the perfect tour guide. We have used Viator before (Machu Picchu in Peru) & have been very pleased with Viator. They are extremely responsive for questions or assistance.”
Explore Iceland’s 5,000-year-old Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel with a guide, headlamp, winter crampons, vivid geology, and total darkness.
“Our guide gave great information and was very entertaining. Also, took a great family picture for us.”
Review of Iceland’s Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater tour from Reykjavik, with route details, value advice and practical tips.
“Amazing tour. We had a lovely tour guide. This is such a fantastic experience ❤️ Special thanks to Perlan our tour guide.”
Review of Iceland’s 11-hour Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon minibus tour, with Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, Kerið, tips, value, and practical advice.
“An amazing trip from start to finish. Our guide and driver Monia was fantastic, informative and great fun. Would highly recommend this tour to see some historic Icelandic sights”
Review of Iceland’s 11-hour small-group tour to the Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, and Blue Lagoon or Hvammsvík Hot Spring.
“Pickup and dropoff at the hotel and at every point in the tour went smoothly, Kristoph was informative, funny and extremely good at his job. Cannot recommend this highly enough!!! Sign up for the hot springs in advance - it is absolutely worth it. Best birthday of my life. No exaggeration.”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík with expert guides, warm gear, optional pickup, and trails for beginners and experienced riders.
“what an absolutely amazing day . horses are well looked after and staff are amazing!!”
Review of Lava Show Vík in Iceland, with real molten lava, volcanic history, practical tips, price advice, and booking details.
“Very educational and informative. Being up close to lava is such a unique experience. Definitely a must do in Iceland!!”
Pick a glacier, a harbour or a hot spring.
