South Iceland: Hidden Stops and Scenic Detours

7 narrated stops

Go beyond the classics with quieter stops, canyon views, and lesser-known corners of the south.

Stops on this journey

1. Seljavallalaug
Built in 1923, Seljavallalaug is one of Iceland’s oldest pools. Tucked away in a valley on the south coast, it offers a raw and simple experience far removed from modern luxury spas.
2. Kvernufoss
Located just east of Skogafoss, Kvernufoss provides an intimate experience within a moss-covered palagonite gorge, featuring a path that leads directly behind the falling water.
3. Vestmannaeyjar islands
A cluster of islands forged by fire, Vestmannaeyjar offers a window into Iceland's volcanic resilience and the vibrant life of the world's largest puffin colony.
4. Gljufrabui
A few hundred meters from the grand theater of Seljalandsfoss lies a waterfall concealed within a narrow canyon, offering a damp, intimate encounter with the raw elements of the South Coast.
5. Fjadrargljufur
Carved by glacial runoff over nine millennia, Fjadrargljufur is a 100-meter deep corridor of neon-green moss and dark palagonite cliffs.
6. Solheimasandur Plane Wreck
Beyond the popular photos lies a story of survival, a case of mistaken identity, and a long walk across a stark volcanic desert.
7. Vik
Vik i Myrdal serves as a vital hub on the South Coast, offering a landscape of basalt columns, towering sea stacks, and a village life shaped by the nearby Katla volcano.