15 Private Tours in Iceland Worth Booking

Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show - Skogafoss: Iceland’s classic waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 451 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) Our pick

Travel by luxury minivan with an English-speaking guide from Reykjavik to Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, Solheimajokull, and Seljalandsfoss. Walk toward a glacier, see real molten lava in Vik, and enjoy a private itinerary for up to two people.

“During our tour, we enjoyed everything. We happened to see two puffins at the falls. We also saw people hang gliding at the black sand beach. The lava show is very interesting, and we were allowed to take cooled down lava samples home. Robert, the tour guide is extremely friendly and ready to answer your questions.”

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Private Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Friðheimar Greenhouse Lunch

2.Private Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Friðheimar Greenhouse Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend about nine and a half hours with a private guide exploring Sky Lagoon, Friðheimar greenhouse, Gullfoss, Geysir, and Þingvellir. You get hotel pickup, luxury transport, private changing facilities at the lagoon, and a greenhouse lunch. Guides including Einar, Levi, Robert, and Arna are praised for their stories and care.

“From the moment we were picked up by Kristian to the time we were dropped back at our hotel, we had a wonderful time. Kristian as the driver and guide did a fantastic job. He was funny and entertaining and new his facts about his country and the places he took us. Every stop off point detailed in the tour was brilliant and the staff at the Fridheimer were delightful. As all previous reviews have stated, we would also give 5☆ and thoroughly recommend. A long day but fantastic.”

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Blue Lagoon Entry Ticket with Optional Private or Shared Transfer

3.Blue Lagoon Entry Ticket with Optional Private or Shared Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 343 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $206

Visit Iceland’s Blue Lagoon in a lava field near Reykjavik or Keflavik. Choose Comfort or Premium entry, soak in 98 to 102°F water, use the saunas and steam rooms, and add shared or private transport from a hotel, port, or airport.

“Well done, very popular. Probably a bit too touristy but we had a great time. The family really enjoyed every aspect. The set up was well done and efficient.”

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Keflavik International Airport Private Transfer To/From Reykjavik

4.Keflavik International Airport Private Transfer To/From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 270 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $82

Book a private car or van between Keflavik International Airport and Reykjavik. Your driver tracks the flight, waits after baggage claim, helps with luggage, and provides Wi-Fi. One-way and round-trip options run 24/7, with drivers such as Martins and Ali noted for friendly service.

“Great communication. The driver was very helpful. Pick up was easy at the airport. I would use them again.”

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Reykjavik International Airport Private Arrival Transfer

5.Reykjavik International Airport Private Arrival Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $113

Pre-book a private car or minivan from Keflavik Airport to a Greater Reykjavik hotel. Your driver meets you outside Customs with a name sign, waits up to 60 minutes, and drives directly to your destination. Drivers including Simon, Matt, and Amhar have helped make arrivals easier.

“Very convenient and reliable. Our driver was waiting for us in the arrival area of the airport and transported us to our hotel very promptly.”

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Sky Lagoon Spa Experience with Private Transfer from Reykjavík

6.Sky Lagoon Spa Experience with Private Transfer from Reykjavík

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $296

Leave Reykjavik by private car for Sky Lagoon, a modern geothermal spa with ocean views, warm water, sauna, steam room, swim-up bar, and the seven-step ritual. Choose shared or private changing facilities, then return to your hotel after about three hours.

“We had a great time. Marina travels made our trip seamless. We were ver happy with them. We recommend them.”

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Keflavik Airport One-Way Private Transfer To or From Reykjavik

7.Keflavik Airport One-Way Private Transfer To or From Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $54Best value

Travel privately between Keflavík International Airport and Reykjavík in about 45 minutes. Your driver meets you with a name sign, tracks your flight, helps with luggage, and may share useful Iceland tips. Drivers such as Sam and Matias are noted for friendly service, while early airport pickups are also available.

“Great communication and courteous staff! Would book again! We booked transfer to and from airport to hotel and vice versa”

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Private Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 2 Day Tour & Glacier Hike

8.Private Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 2 Day Tour & Glacier Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · 2 days (approx.)

Travel from Reykjavik to Iceland’s dramatic southeast with a private guide, stopping at Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Fjaðrárgljúfur, Diamond Beach, and Jökulsárlón. The second day includes a four-hour Falljökull glacier hike, equipment, breakfast, accommodation, and hotel pickup.

“Had an amazing experience on this tour with Hidden Iceland. Maxim, the guide for the glacier hike is a gem! Goes out of his way to help and answer questions and even go into detail regarding the different landmarks.”

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Reykjavik International Airport Private Departure Transfer

9.Reykjavik International Airport Private Departure Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $113

Book a door-to-door private ride from a Reykjavik-area address to Keflavik International Airport. You’ll travel by car for up to three people or minivan for up to eight, with service available around the clock. Enter your flight and hotel details carefully, and allow extra time for early pickups or traffic.

“Very happy with the service! The driver was on time and very polite. Easy to coordinate pickup and drop off locations. Would definitely refer the service.”

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Private Silfra Snorkeling 6 p. group – Meet on Location – with Underwater Photos

10.Private Silfra Snorkeling 6 p. group – Meet on Location – with Underwater Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 157 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet Adventure Vikings at Silfra in Thingvellir for a private snorkel lasting about 2.5 hours. You’ll wear a wet or dry suit, float through crystal-clear glacial water, and receive underwater photos. Guides such as Dory, Doris, and Ines are praised for calm instruction.

“Dory was fantastic! So much fun. She was very professional and friendly. The snorkeling was beautiful and an incredible experience”

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Private Food Walking Tour in Reykjavik

11.Private Food Walking Tour in Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $249

Walk central Reykjavik with a private English-speaking guide such as Einar, Gardar, Stefan, or Magnus. You’ll taste shellfish soup, a lamb hot dog, supermarket snacks, traditional market foods, lamb tartar, smoked fish, fermented shark, and an Icelandic drink over about three hours.

“This was a great intro to Iceland. Olaf, our guide, was wonderful. She told us so much abount the country and the food that we would never have know otherwise. I highly recommend this quick 3 hour tour - and asking for Olaf!”

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Private Keflavik Airport Transfer (One Way)

12.Private Keflavik Airport Transfer (One Way)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Book a private, climate-controlled ride between Keflavik Airport and Reykjavik for up to three people. Your driver tracks your flight, meets you after baggage claim, handles luggage, and shares local tips. Drivers including Jon, Seggie, and Sigurgeir have helped make early arrivals and departures easy.

“Driver was waiting at the exit with my name clearly visible just as we were walking out. He acknowledged us and greeted us insisting he take the luggage and follow him to his vehicle. Very informative on the way to our hotel.”

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2-Hour Reykjavik Private Walking Tour

13.2-Hour Reykjavik Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Start at your chosen downtown Reykjavik address and explore Harpa, Hallgrimskirkja, Parliament, City Hall, Lake Tjornin, and more with a private English-speaking guide. Thomas, Jacob, or Tomas may lead the walk, sharing local stories and practical tips.

“We had just one day in Reykjavik - this walking tour was perfect to give us a snapshot of the city. Jacob was great (a student studying for his advanced degree in history); being born and raised here had expansive knowledge of both the city and the country as a whole. A very knowledgeable and enjoyable experience, would highly recommend.”

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Private Keflavik Airport Transfer (Round trip)

14.Private Keflavik Airport Transfer (Round trip)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · 1 hour (approx.)

Book a private round-trip ride between Keflavik Airport and your Reykjavik accommodation. A driver such as Siggi, Helga, or Thor meets you with a name sign, handles luggage, watches your flight, and returns you to KEF at your chosen time.

“I needed to change my pickup time 3 times due to a cancelled flight & change of plans. This company was very accommodating. Ziggi was polite, friendly, and easy to talk to. I am so glad I booked my round trip transfer with them.”

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Private Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

15.Private Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $435

Spend about seven hours exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle from Reykjavik with private guide Bjarni. Visit Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Faxi, and Kerid Crater, with time to ask questions, adjust stops, avoid bus crowds, and add local stops when conditions allow.

“Wonderful day with our guide. He was so knowledgeable and had great stories about folk tales and information about the country. He had actually lived in the area we toured as well as being a guide for many years.”

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