Shore Excursions in Reykjavik

Make the most of port days with shore excursions timed to get you back aboard on schedule in Reykjavik. Reykjavik — where whales meet the aurora — is one of our most-booked destinations for it. We list 62 shore excursions you can book online with instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before you go. Travelers here also love whale watching from the old harbour and northern lights cruises on faxaflói bay.

Humpback whale breaching in the ocean during a Reykjavik whale watching tour
Reykjavik

Whale Watching tour from Reykjavik

$110
3 hours and 30 minutes·Instant·4.5(743)
Bright green Northern Lights dancing above dark mountains and water during Reykjavik boat tour
Reykjavik

Northern Lights by boat from Reykjavik

$106
2 hours and 30 minutes·Instant·4.2(54)
Humpback whale breaching beside Northern Lights dancing over Icelandic landscape
Reykjavik

Whale Watching & Northern lights Combo Cruise from Reykjavik

$193
6 hours·Instant·4.3(43)
Two puffins standing on grassy coastal terrain against blue sky
Reykjavik

Puffin Express: 1-Hour Close Encounter with Adorable Birds

$65
1 hour·Instant
Humpback whale breaching beside tourists in Iceland waters with coastal cliffs visible
Reykjavik

Whale Watching & FlyOver: Aerial Excursions and Oceanic Encounters

$149
4 hours and 30 minutes·Instant·4.9(44)
Humpback whale breaching in Icelandic waters during Reykjavik whale watching tour
Reykjavik

Best Value Whale Watching tour from Reykjavik

$110
3 hours and 30 minutes·Instant·4.9(44)
Humpback whale breaching and puffins perched on Icelandic rocks during wildlife tour
Reykjavik

Whale Watching and Puffin Tour: Explore Iceland's Wildlife from Old Harbour in Downtown Reykjavik

$168
3 hours·Instant·4.9(44)
Two women posing at a frozen waterfall during a Golden Circle tour in Iceland
Reykjavik

Private Luxury Golden Circle Tour 8h

$2,140
8 hours·Instant
Kirkjufell mountain with cascading waterfall and lush green valley on Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
Reykjavik

Private Luxury Tour Snæfellsnes Peninsula 12 h

$2,209
12 hours·Instant
Total solar eclipse with corona visible against starry sky and Milky Way
Reykjavik

Solar Eclipse Cruise from Reykjavík

$139
3 hours·Instant
Hiker in yellow jacket at Kirkjufell mountain, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
Reykjavik

Snæfellsnes Peninsula in a small group tour with home-cooked meal included

$237
11 hours·Instant·4.9(736)
Gullfoss waterfall cascades through moss-covered canyon cliffs in Iceland's Golden Circle
Reykjavik

Golden Circle and Waterfalls, with Friðheimar Farm and Kerið in small group

$155
9 hours·Instant·5(847)
Seljalandsfoss waterfall cascades from moss-covered cliff at golden sunset on Iceland's South Coast
Reykjavik

South Coast day tour in a small group

$172
10 hours·Instant·4.9(560)
Traveler in yellow jacket viewing Kirkjufell mountain on Snæfellsnes Peninsula Iceland
Reykjavik

Snæfellsnes en español con almuerzo incluido en una granja en minibus

$237
12 hours·Instant·5(12)
Aurora Borealis dancing over an Icelandic house reflected in still water at night
Reykjavik

Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa & Free Photos

$172
4 hours·Instant·4.8(2065)
Strokkur geyser erupting bright turquoise water in Iceland's Golden Circle geothermal area
Reykjavik

Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Full Day Tour from Reykjavik by Minibus

$147
9 hours·Instant·4.9(1426)
White lighthouse with golden top on black lava field overlooking Iceland's coastal landscape at sunset
Reykjavik

Private Bespoke Driving Day Tour

$1,956
9 hours·Instant
Reykjavik walking tour group visiting historic landmarks and cultural sites around the city
Reykjavik

Private Reykjavik City & Folklore Walking Tour

$370
3 hours and 30 minutes·Instant
Gullfoss waterfall cascades dramatically into a misty canyon on Iceland's Golden Circle route
Reykjavik

Private Bespoke Golden Circle Tour

$1,834
8 hours·Instant
Seljalandsfoss waterfall cascades from moss-covered cliffs onto Iceland's South Coast
Reykjavik

Private Bespoke South Coast Tour

$2,079
10 hours·Instant
Kirkjufell mountain with cascading waterfall and moss-covered lava fields on Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
Reykjavik

Private Bespoke Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour

$2,323
12 hours·Instant
Private tour group boarding black van at Harpa concert hall in Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik

Private Bespoke Glacier Lagoon Tour

$2,568
14 hours·Instant
Guide greeting passengers beside black van in front of Harpa concert hall, Reykjavik
Reykjavik

Private 3 hour Reykjavik Driving Tour

$815
3 hours·Instant
Bartender pouring Icelandic spirits into a glass during a Reykjavik distillery tasting
Reykjavik

The Private Reykjavik Microbrewery & Distillery Tour

$1,075
3 hours and 30 minutes·Instant
Hvammsvik Hot Springs and Hvalfjordur Iceland private tour highlights including geothermal bath, waterfall, and scenic landscapes
Reykjavik

Private Hvammsvik Hot Springs & Hvalfjordur

$1,369
5 hours·Instant
Tourists bathing in geothermal hot springs with mountains and fjord visible in background
Reykjavik

Private Esja Hike & Hvammsvik Hot Springs

$1,980
8 hours·Instant
Reykjavik brewery tour collage featuring craft beers, brewing equipment, and tasting room experiences
Reykjavik

The Private Reykjavik Brewery & Beer Tasting Tour

$1,043
3 hours and 30 minutes·Instant
Golden Circle tour highlights: Skógafoss waterfall, local pastries, geyser eruption, and Icelandic countryside landscapes
Reykjavik

Private Gourmet Golden Circle Tour

$2,200
10 hours·Instant
Reykjavik microbrewery and distillery tour showcasing craft beers, spirits, production facilities, and tastings
Reykjavik

The Reykjavik Microbrewery & Distillery Tour

$179
3 hours and 30 minutes·Instant
Guide and tourists at Reykjavik waterfront with Mercedes van and snowy mountains
Reykjavik

Private 4 hour Reykjavik Driving Tour

$978
4 hours·Instant
Group of tourists standing by a black van in front of the golden Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik
Reykjavik

Private 5 hour Reykjavik Driving Tour

$1,223
5 hours·Instant
Tourists boarding a vehicle for a Reykjavik driving tour with historic churches visible in the background
Reykjavik

Private 6 hour Reykjavik Driving Tour

$1,426
6 hours·Instant
Mercedes-Benz van parked in Reykjavik for airport transfer service
Reykjavik

Private 4-hour Airport Transfer & Tour

$1,223
4 hours·Instant
Mercedes van picking up passenger outside Reykjavik hotel for airport transfer tour
Reykjavik

Private 3-hour Airport Transfer & Tour

$978
3 hours·Instant
Black luxury van with passenger outside elegant white hotel building entrance
Reykjavik

Private 5-hour Airport Transfer & Tour

$1,426
5 hours·Instant
Reykjavik cityscape at dusk with modern buildings and Harpa concert hall by the waterfront
Reykjavik

Private 6-hour Airport Transfer & Tour

$1,630
6 hours·Instant

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Shore Excursions in Reykjavik — FAQ

How much do shore excursions in Reykjavik cost?

Prices vary by tour and group size. Every shore excursion on this page shows its starting price up front, and you can book online with no hidden fees.

Can I cancel a Reykjavik tour booking?

Yes — most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. The exact policy is shown on each tour page before you pay.

Do I get instant confirmation?

Yes. Once you book, you receive an instant confirmation by email with everything you need for the day of your tour.