12 VIP Experiences in Reykjavik to Build a Day Around

1.Private Golden Circle Tour by Luxury SUV from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $750Our pick

Travel from Reykjavik in a private luxury SUV with guides such as Jon, Siggi, or Egill. Set your own pace at Thingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss, then add Faxi Waterfall, the Secret Lagoon, or a tomato farm lunch if time allows.

“The entire day was special, our guide (cc, not sure of the proper spelling) was excellent and informative, the his vehicle was very nice and comfortable and the countryside beautiful!”

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2.Reykjavik area to Keflavik Private Luxury Airport Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.)

Arrange a private, business-class ride from your Reykjavik-area accommodation to Keflavik International Airport. The approximately 50-minute transfer serves up to three people, runs day or night, and includes a fixed fare with no surge pricing. Your pickup point is set when you book.

“Great service. Punctual. Easy to message with questions and quick responses. I definitely recommend it.”

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3.Northern Lights In luxury off-road SUV with Photos and Treats

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.)

Join Arctic Out for a private 3 to 5-hour Northern Lights hunt from Reykjavík. Your English-speaking guide drives up to six people in a luxury SUV to rural viewing spots and Aurora Basecamp, with blankets, hot chocolate, cookies, surprise treats, and professional photos included.

“Great fun, comfortable and good company with Oli! Cold night, but we were able to see lights and learned a lot!”

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4.Luxury Private Transfer from Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.)

Book a private B2cute Transfer from your Reykjavik hotel to Keflavik Airport. Your driver meets you at the pickup address, helps with luggage, and takes your group directly to the terminal in about 45 minutes. Naomi is one named driver praised for her friendly service, snacks, and punctuality.

“Naomi was very nice to us. She was very friendly and accommodating. She responded to my questions about the pick up in a timely fashion.”

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5.4 Hours Northern Lights Private Luxury Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll leave Reykjavik in a private vehicle with a local guide who chooses the best northern lights viewing area that evening. The route may include the Reykjanes Peninsula, with hotel pickup, bottled water, winter crampons, comfort stops, and room for up to five people.

“Matti Lis was our guide. He is AMAZING. I cannot imagine taking this tour without him. He is kind, professional, helpful, knowledgeable, and fun. He even served us hot cocoa on the bus.”

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6.10 Hours Private Luxury Tour of South Coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews

Travel from Reykjavik along Iceland’s South Coast in a private luxury vehicle with hotel pickup, bottled water, WiFi, and crampons. You’ll visit Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Sólheimajökull, Dyrhólaey, and Reynisfjara, with time for local stops and route changes. Guides may include Dagur Freyr Ingason or Jon Mar.

“We traveled with a group of five people for four days touring Reykjavik, Golden Circle, and the South Coast and cannot recommend IceLimo more highly and especially our guide, Jon Mar. We made our arrangements with Ryan, who was extrRead more”

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7.Private SOUTH COAST & Glacier Hike | Luxury 4×4 and photos inc.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 12 hours (approx.)

Spend 12 hours with a private guide such as Boris in a modified Toyota Land Cruiser, visiting Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Vík, and Seljalandsfoss. The centerpiece is a two-hour guided hike on Sólheimajökull. Pickup, safety gear, and fees are included, but you bring hiking boots and waterproof clothing.

“I went with Boris on a tour in his beast of a modified Land Cruiser, in spite of the weather Boris’s skill as a driver were amazing he took on the bad weather with a smile and kept me entertained with his stories and knowledge all ride long. All the sites were breathtaking and when we finally got to the glacier hike he did amazing job to make me feel safe and special. He was very well experienced and professional with the extra touch. I would recommend Boris to anyone.”

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8.Private Luxury Airport transport Keflavik in Sedan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Book a private one-way transfer between Keflavik International Airport and your Reykjavik hotel for up to three people. An English-speaking chauffeur meets you after customs, handles luggage, and drives about 55 minutes in a luxury vehicle with Wi-Fi, bottled glacier water, and child seats available by request.

“The driver was so polite guy. The transfer was so smooth. We booked it from - to the airport. And the driver always on time.”

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9.Landmannalaugar Day Tour by Luxury Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 4 reviews · 8 hours

Ride from Reykjavik into Iceland’s Highlands in a private off-road vehicle with an English-speaking certified guide. See Háifoss, Hjálparfoss, Lekafossar, Hekla, and Landmannalaugar’s colorful mountains, then soak in a natural hot river. The tour lasts eight hours and costs $1,800 for up to four people.

“This tour was way better than what we expected. We had our private tour with Övar who was very nice and funny, we made our day better. The landscapes are breathtaking and they were better than we thought. We had some stops to go get food, toilet, pictures which were helpful not to feel the day long. I would highly recommend it. Thanks Övar one more time.”

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10.Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Luxury Private Tour in a new luxury Mercedes Benz

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 8 hours 45 minutes (approx.)

Spend nearly nine hours with guide Orn in a private luxury Mercedes, visiting Þingvellir, Friðheimar, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerið, and the Secret Lagoon. Hotel pickup covers Reykjavík and nearby towns. Lunch is optional and not included.

“Their patience so we never felt rushed. Loved the national park, gullfoss, kerid crater. Very knowledgeable guides”

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11.Private transport In Luxury MPV/SUV 5pax Keflavik Airport-RKV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews

Book a private one-way transfer between Keflavik International Airport and Reykjavik for up to five people. Your English-speaking chauffeur drives a luxury MPV or SUV for about 55 minutes, with bottled water, 5G internet, child seats on request, and room for extra luggage.

“Ryan at Ice Limo is top shelf. Needed last minute limo service for our wedding in Reykjavik and he made it happen ! Driver and car were fantastic and got a great deal for our airport transfer the next day.”

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12.Departure by Luxury Van Reykjavik City to Reykjavik Airport KEF

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $159Best value

Book a private Mercedes-Benz Vito transfer from your Reykjavik accommodation to Keflavik International Airport. An English-speaking chauffeur meets you at your chosen time, helps with the airport run, and carries up to six passengers with one suitcase and one carry-on each.

“On time, even when needed at 6 A.M. very friendly, personable, and helpful. Definitely recommend this service.”

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