5 Cycling Tours in Iceland to Build a Day Around

1.Quad Bike Tour on Black Lava Sands from Mýrdalur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 502 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $206Our pick

Ride two per ATV from the Mýrdalsjökull base camp near Vík, crossing rivers and black volcanic sand toward the coast, Dyrhólaey, and the famous aircraft wreck. Guides such as Hannis, Anthony, Remmy, and Bjarki add local insight. You need a valid driver’s license to drive.

“This was sick! We went along some gravel tracks, a black sand beach, through some creeks and saw two planes on the way as well. It was really fun, would definitely recommend!”

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2.South Coast ATV Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 470 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $144Best value

You’ll ride an ATV from Mýrdalsjökull Base Camp across Sólheimasandur with an English-speaking guide such as Anthony, Pawel, or Magni. The two-hour route adds the DC3 wreck, black beach, glacier streams, river crossings, and a mountain valley. Warm coveralls, helmets, balaclavas, and gloves are supplied.

“This was the best tour we did during our 10 days in Iceland! Communications leading up to the tour was wonderful. Check in process was flawless. The tour guides were amazing! Paul and Magni took us on a 2-hr excursion exploring the black sand beach, fields of Lupine (purple wildflowers) and glacier streams. We did several stream crossings and saw beautiful views. Our group of 7 had an absolute blast!! Highly recommend!!!”

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3.Reykjavik Quad Bike Twin Peaks Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $232

Safari Quads takes you from Reykjavik to Lake Hafravatn for two hours of guided ATV riding across gravel, rocks, ice, lava fields, and steep mountain tracks. Guides such as Daria, Gonzalo, and Sir Kaktuz adjust the pace for beginners and experienced drivers.

“The quad bikes were exciting, the views amazing, and our guide Sir Kaktuz was brilliant.”

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4.Electric Mountain biking tour in North Iceland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $204

Ride an electric mountain bike around Siglufjörður with guide Megan, also called Meg, on paved roads, gravel tracks, forest paths, and some off-road sections. Expect about three hours of riding, North Atlantic views, local stories, and a maximum group of five. Ages 14 to 70 are welcome.

“Amazing fun, experience in a beautiful area!. I was traveling solo and I was the only person booked for this activity during my time. They could have easily cancelled due to the very poor weather and being the only person for the activity, but went out the way to let me experience this great biking activity. It was my first time biking with an electric bike and it was much easier then anticipated. Staff and tour guide were super nice and pleasant. My tour guide Megan was very knowledgeable about the are and I learned so much about the history, fauna, zoology, geography, culture,etc. I came out my experience feeling…”

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5.Forest Lagoon Ebike Tour Akureyri

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $216

Join a small-group e-bike tour from Forest Lagoon through Kjarnaskógur forest, countryside tracks, and Akureyri’s old town. Guides such as Sigrún, Birkir, and Pablo adjust the pace, explain local history, and help with the hills. Forest Lagoon entry is included after the ride.

“We had a wonderful time biking in Akureyri. Sigrún was very responsive and accommodating. I was hesitant about booking this tour because a few of us are not great bike riders. However, the electric bikes provided are really nice and we were able to go up the hills without much trouble. The tour started at the Forest Lagoon, went through dirt/gravel backroads and ended by riding through the city. The views were beautiful and we had frequent stops to learn about the city. The owners are so friendly. This is a must do!”

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