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Soar above Iceland’s snowy glaciers and active volcanic terrain on an exciting helicopter tour from Reykjavík. Fly past the country’s highest waterfall on your way to touch down on a scenic glacier, and capture stunning images of the frozen terrain. Explore Thingvellir National Park’s raw plate tectonics from the air, then land at Hengill geothermal area where boiling mud and steaming springs are hidden in a remote, roadless valley. Enjoy the trip back towards the coast with sweeping lines of sight from the helicopter’s viewing windows.

Delve into Viking history and heritage in the Icelandic capital on this Reykjavik small-group walking tour. Follow your guide through the streets and parks of Reykjavik, and gain insight into the city’s strong Viking influences. Discover top city attractions including the Harpa Concert Hall and Hallgrímskirkja Church, and pick up insider tips on the best places to eat and drink during your stay.

Enjoy awe-inspiring aerial views of Reykjavik and its mountains on this Iceland helicopter tour. Choose a morning or afternoon flight, and thrill as your helicopter whirrs upwards and soars over Reykjavik and the mountains north of the city. Touch down on the flat summit of Mt Esja or a nearby mountain, step out of your helicopter, and take photos of the panoramas that stretch down over Reykjavik, the Atlantic and the nearby peaks. These Iceland helicopter tours take off from and touch back down at the Reykjavik domestic airport.

Soar above the rugged geothermal landscape of Iceland on a thrilling helicopter tour from Reykjavik. Learn about the area’s volcanic history while taking in an amazing aerial perspective of steaming geysers, vents, craters and hot springs. Fly over the otherworldly lava fields of Hengill geothermal area for Icelandic homes on this unforgettable ride.

See all of Reykjavik's landmarks on this comprehensive minibus tour. Great for travelers with just a short time to spend, this guided excursion hits all of the city's important highlights. Visit the Harpa Concert Hall, the presidential residence at Bessastadir, and Hallgrimskirkja. Enjoy engaging commentary from your local guide and round-trip transportation from your hotel.

Get to know the spirit of Reykjavik on this walking tour of Iceland's capital. Follow your guide to the city's most important landmarks, including the Sun Voyager (Sólfar) sculpture, Harpa Concert Hall, the Old Harbour, the multicolored Thingholt houses, and the Hallgrímskirkja Church. Along the way, learn about the city's culture, history, and traditions through your guide's entertaining commentary. All entrance fees and light refreshments are included.

Travel by luxury minibus through a volcanic landscape along the south coast of Iceland. See the magnificent waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the black-sand beaches of Reynisfjara, and the breathtaking Sólheimajökull glacier on this day trip from Reykjavik. Spot puffins, if you’re lucky, and get a look at Eyjafjallajökull volcano, which erupted in 2010. Round-trip hotel transport is provided.

Get oriented in Reykjavik and kickstart your Iceland adventure on this small-group guided walking tour, available at multiple departure times. Learn about Iceland’s early history at the Anarholl Statue, see Laugavegur main street, Austurvollur Square, and Lake Tjornin, and admire the landmark concrete Hallgrim’s Church, a concert hall, and a sculpture garden, plus plenty of street art. Along the way, try a traditional Icelandic snack: schnapps with dried fish.

Experience Iceland's southern coast—full of waterfalls, glaciers, and black sand beaches—on this full-day tour from Reykjavik. Your climate-controlled coach comes with an audio guide available in 10 languages so you can learn about the sights as you cross through farmland and rugged coastline. Visit several waterfalls, the volcanic Vestmannaeyjar Islands, and the Sólheimajökull Glacier for a full Icelandic experience. Upgrade to include round-trip transport from your hotel.

Witness the three wonders of the famous Iceland Golden Circle on this day trip from Reykjavik. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with an expert guide and learn the history and geology of each site. See the breathtaking Gullfoss waterfall, the bubbling pools and Strokkur waterspout at Geysir and the incredible tectonic rift at Thingvellir National Park. On route, drink in Iceland’s stark beauty and learn how islanders are using its natural steam and geothermal waters to produce sustainable energy.

Get acquainted with the south coast of Iceland during this 11-hour sightseeing tour from Reykjavik. Aboard a comfortable coach with an in-bus audio guide available in 10 languages, travel to some of the south coast's most arresting natural sights. Trek across a portion of a glacier and walk behind a tumbling waterfall. Then, pass the small villages and fertile farmland that make up an area rich in Viking history. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik are included.

Discover Iceland’s volcanic history on a helicopter tour over the magnificent, moon-like Reykjanes Peninsula. Soar over the bubbling mud baths and geothermal hot springs of Seltún, and see bright-green Lake Grænavatn, which fills an ancient volcanic crater. Soak up unbeatable aerial views while your pilot provides narration on the stunning landscape below.

Get a birds’-eye view of Iceland’s unearthly scenery with a 1.5-2 hour helicopter flight from Reykjavik to Thingvellier National Park and Thórisjökull Glacier, and swoop above volcanic craters, craggy peaks and jostling glaciers. Leave the city behind and peer into a gaping crack that divides the American and European tectonic plates, then land on the slopes of the country’s second-largest glacier. Hover above a vast shield volcano that dominates the rugged skyline before flying back to Reykjavik’s domestic airport.

Visit top Iceland Golden Circle sites in just one day on this guided tour from Reykjavik. Travel with a small group to must-see attractions such as Thingvellir National Park, famous Geysir, Gullfoss Falls, and Kerid volcanic crater lake, all while enjoying the free onboard Wi-Fi and commentary from your guide. Tour includes pickup and drop-off from your Reykjavik hotel.

Check off south Iceland's best sites without the hassle of driving and travel planning on this full-day guided tour from Reykjavik. Traveling in a minibus in a small group, see the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers, as well as the black-sand beach of Reynisfjara, village of Vík, and Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, on the journey toward Jökulsárlón where you take a boat tour among the glacial lagoon's icebergs.

Tick through all of Iceland’s Golden Circle sights and more on a full-day tour from Reykjavik. Settle into a comfortable Mercedes Benz minibus and tour the country’s most celebrated natural treasures. Admire the Gullfoss waterfall and see the powerful Strokkur geyser at the Geysir geothermal area. Explore Thingvellir National Park to view the site of Iceland’s first parliament and the North American and Eurasian geological rift; and enjoy an extra stop to witness the beautiful Faxi waterfall. Complimentary snacks and beverages, and free on-board WiFi, are included.

Soar above Iceland's Eyjafjallajökull Glacier and craggy volcanoes on a 2-hour helicopter flight from Reykjavik, and get an aerial view over the country’s rugged landscape. See a steaming geyser from above, fly over the Thórsmörk ridge, then touch down for a walk between looming peaks and ice. Return to civilization along the stark coast, watch waves crash on dark sand beaches and steer above the rolling Blue Mountains that shelter Reykjavik’s southern edge.

Discover the delights of Iceland’s vibrant capital by hop-on hop-off bus tour on this 1-day Reykjavik shore excursion. Hop aboard your bus service and head through the city with your audio-guide. See top attractions along the way, and gain insight into Reykjavik’s heritage and culture. Customize your route to hit the attractions you want to see, and hop on and off the bus at your leisure. Explore sites such as the Harpa concert hall, the National Museum, Skarfabakki Harbour and the iconic Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral before heading back to port.

Discover Iceland’s city sights by morning, and its waterfalls and geysers by afternoon. This full-day combo tour is a great way to experience Reykjavik and its surrounding sights. Start with a coach tour around urban landmarks like the Bessastadir presidential residence, and then swap the city sights for the natural wonders of Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot springs and UNESCO-listed Thingvellir.

If it's your first visit to Reykjavík, or just need a refresher, this guided tour of the city center can fill in all the background details about the history and culture of the beguiling Icelandic capital. The tour includes visits to top attractions including City Hall and the Old Harbor, and optional visits to Hallgrimskirkja church and Harpa concert hall.

Don’t miss sthe beautiful sights of Iceland’s southern coast on this full-day tour from Reykjavik. See the famous Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss, Hekla, Eyjafjallajokull, and Westman Islands. Plus, enjoy a stroll on the black-sand beach, Reynisfjara. With hotel pickup and drop-off included and all your stops scheduled out for you, it’s easy to explore the southern coast without putting the time into planning the whole day yourself.

Explore Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest lava tunnels in Iceland, with ease on this stress-free tour. With a helmet and headlamp, see some of the tunnel’s most interesting features and learn about the changing colors of the lava rock formations from a guide. The tour departs regularly, making it easy to slot this tour into even the busiest sightseeing schedule.

See the highlights of Iceland’s Golden Circle in a day on this convenient, guided tour. Make a stop at Thingvellir National park, the location where Iceland’s parliament was founded. Explore more of Iceland’s nature at the Gullfoss waterfall and the erupting Geysir. This tour includes a very moderate, family-friendly hike at the waterfalls.

Learn all about Iceland's fascinating history and get entertained in the process with this history walk through Reykjavik. Your local English-speaking guide will meet you at the iconic Hallgrímskirkja Church and take you back in time, teaching you all about the Iceland of yore while regaling you with hilarious local stories as you explore the town on foot.