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South East Iceland Holidays

4.8/5

Average Customer Score
Based On 1280 Reviews

4.8/5

Average Customer Score
Based On 1280 Reviews

Overview

Also known as the ‘beautiful south’ – this region of Iceland is dominated by the vast Vatnajokull icecap and many a glacier spilling out over the land. Iceland’s South East offers a wealth of incredible sights including Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon and Skaftafell.

This part of Iceland is made for adventure. Enjoy hiking in the national parks, stop and admire beautiful waterfalls, gaze in awe at the stunning scenery and get up close to glaciers and volcanoes. In the winter months there is the added excitement of watching out for the northern lights.

Let an expert guide show you around and meet like-minded people on one of our escorted tours or choose to explore independently on a self drive. We will sort out all aspects of the trip for you so all you need to do is soak up the sights.

It’s not just about where you go, but how you experience it. I’m here to turn that trip into an adventure you’ll cherish.

Vatnajokull National Park

With an area of 12,000 sq km, this is Europe’s largest national park, encompassing some of Iceland’s most outstanding and diverse areas of natural beauty as well as the island’s largest ice cap. About a dozen glaciers spill down from its icy domed plateau to a vast flood plain formed by volcanic debris from successive sub-glacial eruptions.

The glacier snouts of Svinafellsjokull and Flaajokull can be approached with care by road but to walk on the ice you’ll need proper equipment, for safety reasons. Road 1 winds along the base of Vatnajokull; in our view one of the most scenic drives in Iceland. Allow plenty of time as you’ll want to stop time and again for yet another photo opportunity!