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The 15 Best Guided Tours in Reykjavik

28 tours  ·  from $48

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 guided tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour with Expert Guide - A Guide Who Keeps You Looking in the Right Place
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Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour with Expert Guide

1.Whale Watching Tour with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,307 reviews · from $90Our pick

Cruise Faxafloi Bay from Reykjavik aboard Andrea, Iceland’s largest whale-watching ship. Your English-speaking guide helps you spot minke and humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises, and the occasional orca. Choose the roomy Classic boat or a faster Express trip in summer.

“What a magical experience…saw humpback whales on our first trip. Absolutely surreal experience. The whole crew were amazing, one being a marine biologist, who made sure we were in the perfect position for spotting them. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again, if we ever return to Iceland x”

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The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - Gullfoss rewards the walk to the gorge
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The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

2.The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,726 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $88

See Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir on a 6.5-hour guided bus trip from Reykjavik. Expect English guidance, Wi-Fi, hotel or bus-stop pickup, and an app-based audio guide in several languages. Guides such as Lasma, Gunnar, Dylan, and Steinnun have earned special praise.

“Read carefully your meet instructions Unclear Guide too laid back Not clear where bus stops Xxxxxxxxx”

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From Reykjavik: Best of Golden Circle Guided Tour - Starting the day at Reykjavik pickup points
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From Reykjavik: Best of Golden Circle Guided Tour

3.Best of Golden Circle Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,646 reviews · from $79

Travel from Reykjavik by air-conditioned coach to Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater. An English-speaking guide such as Ritchie, Heidi, Sunny, or Thor explains Iceland’s geology and history while you enjoy timed walks, photo stops, and rest breaks.

“Food was extremely expensive. I wish we had at least another 15-25 min at each site to explore and walk slow and stop for photos. Especially at the waterfall and geysir. Our guide was amazing!”

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Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings - Seafood, lamb, and the dishes worth repeating
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Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings

4.Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,645 reviews · 3 hours · from $142

Walk central Reykjavik with an English-speaking guide and stop at five eateries for 6 to 8 tastings. Expect Icelandic lamb, seafood, a hot dog, sweets, drinks, and possibly fermented shark, plus stories about local food and city life from guides such as Thor, Ben, Bonnie, and Mírmir.

“The food selections were wonderful! My favorite was the first appetizer course and the seafood spot. Best food ever!! We also stopped at the hot dog place but I would have preferred getting something else at a different stop instead of a hot dog. The guide polled people and the people in my group wanted to stop there but I think another option would have been better. Most of the places were featured as an advertisement on the plane, Icelandair, and it was true, the very best food in Iceland. taste for yourself!”

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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - What happens when the sky stays cloudy
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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

5.Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,183 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $73

Ride from central Reykjavik to a weather-selected viewing site while a local guide explains the aurora. The 3 to 5 hour tour includes bus transport, Wi-Fi, pickup, and free rebooking if poor conditions cancel the outing. Guides have included Sölvi and Nico.

“I was scheduled to see the Northern Lights my second night in Iceland. I am now on day 7 of being in Iceland and the tour has been canceled every night. I understand whether however when I reached out for a refund since it was canceled each night on their end and I have yet to get a response or refund. I am very disappointed this happened as it was one of the main reasons for my visit.”

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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site - From Reykjavík to Seltún’s sulfurous ground
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Reykjavík: Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

6.Guided Afternoon Hiking Tour to New Volcano Site

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 934 reviews · 7 hours · from $126

Travel from Reykjavík to Seltún and the Geldingadalur area with an English-speaking guide such as Elias, Tom, or Alain. Hike roughly two hours each way across volcanic ground, pass Meradalir, and see steaming lava from recent eruptions. Conditions and routes can change quickly.

“I booked this originally but I guess I was the only one so I got an email from provider to change time to 8:00 and added reykjanes … it was a very nice hike, very nuce views! TAKE SNACKS because there is nothing around to grab a bite”

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Reykjavik: Snaefellsnes & Mt. Kirkjufell Guided Minibus Tour - Borgarnes and the long approach west
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Reykjavik: Snaefellsnes & Mt. Kirkjufell Guided Minibus Tour

7.Snaefellsnes & Mt. Kirkjufell Guided Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 757 reviews · 11 hours · from $159

Spend a full day circling Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula by climate-controlled minibus. See Kirkjufell, Djúpalónssandur, Arnarstapi, Búðakirkja, Snæfellsjökull, and Ytri Tunga. Guides such as Siggi, Tony, Beggi, and Kalman add local stories, music, humor, and practical help along the way.

“I really loved this excursion, Addi was really very nice, he explained a lot of things to us in detail and it was really cool, he gave us time each time and he was funny. We feel his kindness and his kindness. THANK YOU ADDI for this beautiful unforgettable moment”

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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik - Faxaflói Bay and the search for whales
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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

8.Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 744 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $97

Sail from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour into Faxaflói Bay with a professional English-speaking guide. Look for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and summer puffins. Patrick and Joe are among the guides praised for lively commentary, while warm overalls and free return trips soften the risk of no sightings.

“Life changing experience. Watching the whales was an amazing experience, but even if we hadn’t seen them which can happen as nature is unpredictable, the staff made the experience very pleasant. Would definitely recommend this experience.”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos - Leaving Reykjavik after dark
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos

9.Northern Lights Guided Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 718 reviews · 5 hours · from $95

Leave Reykjavik after dark with guides such as Christian, Ania, and Ana Maria, who track cloud cover and aurora activity before choosing a stop. Wait under Iceland’s stars with hot chocolate, blankets, and snacks, then receive professional Aurora photos by email if the hunt succeeds.

“Dave was a great guide! Very knowledgeable about auroras, entertaining and friendly. Was very clear that auroras happen on their own time and that we might be moving around or staying in one spot and waiting a while- IF one shows up at all. We were fortunate to have a very good aurora around midnight. His photos tell a great story. I will recommend and would definitely do again if I get to come back. Thanks!”

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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide - Guides Who Keep Watching the Sky
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide

10.Northern Lights Chase with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 697 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $73

Leave Reykjavik by bus with an English-speaking aurora guide who tracks clouds and solar activity, then stop at dark countryside viewpoints. Guides such as Arman, Rene, Darren, and Kat have helped visitors find faint or dramatic lights. If the sky stays dark, your ticket includes free retries.

“excellent, knowledgeable guide and we got to see the lights”

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Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik - The Guides Make the Difference
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Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik

11.Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 651 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $86

Meet at Reykjavik’s Old Harbor for a high-speed 2.5-hour trip or a slower 3.5-hour cruise into Faxaflói Bay. Your guide explains the wildlife while you watch for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, and seabirds. Thermal coveralls, indoor seating, Wi-Fi, and a try-again ticket are included.

“This whale-watching tour was amazing! The guides were friendly and knowledgeable. We wore the provided overalls and stayed nice and warm. Saw puffins, a humpback whale, and minke whales. Thanks Special Tours!”

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Puffin Cruise with Expert Tour Guide from Reykjavik - Timing your cruise around puffin season
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Puffin Cruise with Expert Tour Guide from Reykjavik

12.Puffin Cruise with Expert Tour Guide from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 636 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $63

Take a one-hour express boat from Reykjavik to Akurey Island, where puffins gather from May through August. Your English-speaking guide, perhaps Patrick, Peter, or Joe, explains puffins and local seabirds while you circle the island with binoculars on board. The trip suits a busy sightseeing day.

“We had the opportunity to see some puffins on this trip. It was a good time, the only issue was we could not understand the gentleman who was talking about the puffins.”

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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide - Grindavík shows the human side of volcanic activity
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Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

13.Iceland Hiking Tour to Fagradalsfjall Volcano with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 573 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $189Top rated

Join a small guided hike across Fagradalsfjall’s fresh lava fields, with Oddi, Gudni, or Sigrun sharing local geology and Icelandic stories. The 5-mile route gains about 984 feet. Reykjavík pickup adds stops at Grindavík, Seltún, and Kleifarvatn.

“Oddi went above and beyond our expectations for this Volcano hike. He was very personable and adjusted the locations we saw and stopped at, based on our hiking abilities and what we wanted to accomplish. We had an amazing day experiencing the "warmth" of the 2021 eruption and seeing various hot springs. definitely would hike with Oddi again!”

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Guided Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach Day Trip from Reykjavik - Eyjafjallajökull and the volcano country
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Guided Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach Day Trip from Reykjavik

14.Guided Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach Day Trip from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 436 reviews · 14 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $171

Travel from Reykjavik to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach with stops at Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, Vík, and Hvolsvöllur. A local English-speaking guide, WiFi, round-trip transport, and northern lights search are included. Guides such as Jon, Gunnar, Marian, and Lasma are praised for keeping the long day moving.

“This was a fantastic day. Our tour guide Jon was such good fun and so informative. Vigfusi our bus driver was amazing, especially with some of the weather conditions he had to deal with. The trip did not feel like 14hrs it went really fast. Plenty of stops and photo opportunities. Day light was no problem as the waterfalls are flood lit. Best bit for us was Diamond beach, and the lagoon. Great memories made.”

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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark - The drive from Reykjavík to volcanic country
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Reykjavik: Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark

15.Guided Tour to Volcano and Reykjanes Geopark

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · 7 hours · from $95

Travel from Reykjavík to Seltún’s bubbling mud pools, hike about 5.5 kilometers near Fagradalsfjall, and visit Grindavík’s tectonic rifts and lava barriers. English-speaking guides such as Eric, Leifur, and Gunnar bring geology and local stories to life. Lunch in Grindavík is at your own expense.

“We had a wonderful time. Our guide Eric told us a lot about the volcano and the other places and of course Iceland. He made our day special. For lunch we had a tasty lobster soup in grindavik. We couldn’t see the Vulcano because it was too cloudy, but nevertheless it’s a good trip and even seeing the lava is great.”

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