Private Guided Diamond Beach Day
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Private Full Day, 14 Hours
Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach, Black Sand Beaches and Waterfalls
from $2,054 per group
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- Duration
- 14 hours
- Meeting point
- Confirmed after booking
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Run by
- Diamond Tours Iceland
Overview
Fourteen hours in a private vehicle, door to door, with your own driver and guide. Diamond Tours Iceland runs this full day from Reykjavik down the south shore to the Glacier Lagoon, then back along a route that stacks up waterfalls and black sand beaches. Hotel pickup and drop-off, local taxes and bottled water are all in the price, and since it is a private tour for a maximum of 5 people, only your group rides along.
The shape of the day is straightforward. Along the way you visit the Glacier Lagoon, Vikurfjara, Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Dyrholaey, Fellsfjara, Reynisfjara and Vik. Stops are short, roughly 15 to 36 minutes each, so the tour is really a well-driven sampler of the south coast rather than a deep dive at any single site. Admission tickets at the listed stops are included.
It suits travellers who want to cover a lot of ground in one long day without renting a car or sharing a bus. Several reviewers described the day as long but fast-moving, with one noting the hours flew by, and another saying their driver even extended the day when the group wanted more. Food and drinks are not included, so bring snacks or money for anything you want along the way.
From$2,054 per group
Duration14 hours
Rating5.0 from 20 reviews
What's Included
Included
- Local taxes
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Round-trip private transfer
- Transport by private vehicle
Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Itinerary
- Hotel pickup in ReykjavikPickup and drop-off at your hotel are included, along with transport by private vehicle. One reviewer reported a 7 AM pickup, though exact timing depends on your booking.
- Glacier LagoonThe headline stop, 36 minutes at the lagoon. One reviewer added a zodiac boat ride on the lagoon as an optional extra and recommended it.
- Vikurfjara Black Sand Beach25 minutes at Vikurfjara Black Sand Beach.
- Skogafoss25 minutes at the waterfall.
- Seljalandsfoss30 minutes at Seljalandsfoss waterfall.
- Dyrholaey30 minutes at the Dyrholaey promontory.
- FellsfjaraA 15 minute stop at the Diamond Beach area.
- Reynisfjara Beach25 minutes at Reynisfjara.
- Vik15 minutes in the village of Vik.
- Return to ReykjavikRound-trip private transfer back to your hotel, with total tour time of about 14 hours depending on traffic and time of day.
What To Expect From The Tour
Here is what past travellers and the operator say you should know before booking a day this long.
$2,054from, per person
14 hoursduration
5.0across 20 guest reviews
5guests at most
- Dress warm. The operator asks travellers to dress appropriately. Layers and waterproof outerwear make the short outdoor stops far more comfortable.
- Long day. The tour runs about 14 hours, and the exact duration depends on time of day and traffic. Several reviewers said the time passed quickly thanks to a good guide, though one reported the day stretching to 15 hours and another to 16.
- Bring food money. Food and drinks are excluded unless specified, though bottled water is provided. Reviews mention a lunch stop during the day, so budget for a meal along the way.
- Private group feel. Only your group participates, with a maximum of 5 people per booking. Reviewers repeatedly praised the guides as attentive to what the group wanted and needed, and one reviewer said their driver extended the day when the group was happy to keep going.
- Fast pace. Stops run 15 to 36 minutes each, so this is a sampler tour rather than a leisurely one. Reviewers said every stop had something distinct to offer, but you should not expect long explorations at any single site.
- Optional extras. One reviewer booked a zodiac boat ride on the lagoon and recommended it, and the guide timed the itinerary around it. This is not listed as included, so treat it as an extra cost to arrange separately.
Common issues. The honest limits: the tour is not wheelchair accessible, per the operator, and food and drinks are excluded. Days can run long, with reviewers reporting 15 and 16 hours in two cases, so it is a demanding schedule for young children or anyone who struggles with long drives. One reviewer noted the whole day involved a great deal of road time to see the south coast. Cancellations inside 24 hours of the start time receive no refund, and stops are short, which may frustrate travellers wanting more time at each site.
Common Questions
Is Hotel Pickup Included?
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off, round-trip private transfer and transport by private vehicle are all included. One reviewer reported a prompt 7 AM pickup, though exact timing varies.
How Long Is The Tour?
About 14 hours, with the operator noting the exact duration depends on time of day and traffic conditions. Some reviewers reported the day running longer, up to 15 or 16 hours, when conditions or interest allowed.
Is Food Included?
No. Food and drinks are excluded unless specified. Bottled water is provided, and one review mentions a lunch stop during the day, so bring money for meals just in case.
Are Entrance Fees Included?
Admission is free at Vikurfjara, Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Dyrholaey, Fellsfjara and Reynisfjara. The Glacier Lagoon and Vik stops are free admission. Local taxes are covered in the tour price. A zodiac boat ride on the lagoon, mentioned by one reviewer, is an optional extra not included in the tour.
How Many People Can Book?
A minimum of 1 person and a maximum of 5 people per booking. It is a private tour, so only your group participates in the vehicle.
What Is The Cancellation Policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Cancel or request changes inside 24 hours and no refund or changes are accepted. Cut-off times are based on local time in Iceland.
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