BusTravel Diamond Beach Day Trip
14 hours · BusTravel Iceland
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Boat Ride Included, 14 Hours
Reykjavik: Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride & South Coast Full Day Tour
from $292 per person
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- Duration
- 14 hours
- Meeting point
- Þórunnartún 1
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Pickup
- Pickup option available
- Lagoon boat ride
- Included; boat runs roughly May to October
- Run by
- BusTravel Iceland
Overview
This is a 14-hour full-day trip from Reykjavik run by BusTravel Iceland, built around one big draw: a 30-minute boat ride on the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, drifting among icebergs, with boats on the lagoon running roughly May to October. A professional driver and guide handle the long drive along the south coast, with the boat ride and guided commentary of both the lagoon and the south coast included in the fare.
The route strings together several of Iceland's best-known south coast sights. Stjornarfoss waterfall gets a 30-minute stop with free admission, the Glacier Lagoon itself gets an hour, Diamond Beach 30 minutes, Vik an hour, and Seljalandsfoss waterfall 30 minutes with entry covered by the tour. The bus returns to the same Reykjavik meeting point at the end of the day. Food and drinks are not included, so meals happen at stops along the way.
It suits travellers who want the glacier lagoon and the south coast in a single long day from the capital without renting a car. Reviews repeatedly describe it as a very long day on the bus, balanced against the lagoon boat ride and the scenery along the way. Groups run large, up to 65 travellers, so it is a coach experience rather than an intimate small-group outing.
From$292 per person
Duration14 hours
Rating4.7 from 492 reviews
What's Included
Included
- Guided tour of Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
- Guided tour of South Coast
- 30 minute Glacier Lagoon Boat Ride
- Pick-up and drop off from select locations (based on option selected)
- Professional Driver and guide
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Private tour
Itinerary
- Meet in ReykjavikThe tour starts at 07:00 at Tour Bus Stop 12, Hofdatorg, Thorunnartun 1, 105 Reykjavik. Pickup from select locations is available depending on the option selected.
- Stjornarfoss waterfallA 30-minute stop.
- Glacier Lagoon and boat rideAbout an hour at the lagoon, including the 30-minute boat ride among the icebergs, which runs roughly May to October.
- Diamond BeachA 30-minute stop with free admission to see ice chunks washed onto the black sand.
- VikAn hour in Vik. One reviewer reported a dinner stop here; food is not included in the fare.
- Seljalandsfoss waterfallA 30-minute stop with the admission ticket included.
- Return to ReykjavikThe tour ends back at the original meeting point.
What To Expect From The Tour
A day like this rewards preparation. The booking page and past travellers point to a few things worth sorting before boarding.
- BusTravel Diamond Beach Day Trip$211
- 14 to 15 Hour Day Trip$225
- Small-Group Minibus, Hotel Pickup$229
- Gray Line 14.5-Hour South Coast$234
- Reykjavik Excursions Guided Day Trip$234
- Boat Ride Included, 14 Hours (this tour)$292
- Reykjavik Excursions Boat Tour$328
- Dress for wind. The tour runs in all weather, and the operator recommends sturdy shoes plus rain- and wind-proof outdoor clothing. One reviewer noted the boat ride can be choppy in wind, and wind in Iceland is common. Pack for cold, wet conditions rather than hoping for calm.
- A long coach day. Plan for roughly the stated 14 hours, and reviewers often describe the day as long. One reviewer called the bus nice, big and luxurious, and another said the scenery was spectacular for the whole trip. There are several stops along the way to break up the drive.
- Food is on you. Meals and drinks are not included. Stops are shared with sightseeing, so think ahead about when and where you will eat, and budget for food separately from the tour fare.
- Big group feel. The coach carries up to 65 travellers. Reviews praise guides who manage large groups well, keeping everyone accounted for and on schedule. Expect a large-group coach experience rather than a small-group outing.
- Boat can be cancelled. The lagoon boat ride is the headline, but at least one reviewer missed it because of windy conditions. The tour runs in all weather, so treat the boat as weather-dependent.
$292from, per person
14 hoursduration
4.7across 492 guest reviews
65guests at most
- Short stops, big sights. Reviewers often mention feeling pressed for time at some stops, with one wishing for longer at Diamond Beach. Manage expectations accordingly, since several major sights are packed into one day.
Common issues. The honest downside is length and pace: reviewers repeatedly describe a long day on the road with stops that can feel rushed. The group is large, up to 65 travellers. Wind can cancel the boat ride entirely, and the tour is not wheelchair accessible. One reviewer reported late fellow passengers delaying departures. Food, drinks and gratuities are not included.
Common Questions
What Is Included In The Price?
The fare covers a guided tour of Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, a guided tour of the south coast, a 30-minute glacier lagoon boat ride, a professional driver and guide, and pickup and drop-off from select locations based on the option selected. Seljalandsfoss is a free waterfall stop, and admission is also free at Stjornarfoss, the Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach and Vik.
Is Food Included?
No. Food and drinks are not included, and neither are gratuities, which are optional. The tour stops in Vik for an hour, and one reviewer reported a dinner stop there, so plan and budget for your own meals.
Where Does The Tour Meet And What Time Does It Start?
It starts at 07:00 at Tour Bus Stop 12, Hofdatorg, Thorunnartun 1, 105 Reykjavik, and ends back at the same point. Pickup from select locations depends on the option selected, so check the booking page for the choice you made.
Is The Tour Suitable For Children Or People With Limited Mobility?
Children must be accompanied by an adult, and most travellers can participate. However, the tour is not wheelchair accessible. It is a long day with a packed itinerary, which is worth weighing for younger children or anyone who struggles with extended coach travel.
What Is The Cancellation Policy?
A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time, based on local time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. The experience requires good weather, and if it is cancelled for poor weather you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
What Should I Bring?
Sturdy shoes and rain- and wind-proof outdoor clothing are recommended, since the tour runs in all weather. Bring money or a card for food, drinks and optional gratuities.
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