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Reykjanes tours

The Reykjanes peninsula sits between Keflavík airport and Reykjavik, and has become known in recent years for ongoing volcanic activity as well as older lava fields, geothermal areas and lagoons. It is an easy add-on for the start or end of a trip given its location near the airport.

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6-Day Iceland Family Vacation Package6-day packageSmall groupGolden Circle · South Coast6-Day Iceland Family Vacation PackageNo minimum age: Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon, South Coast, Reykjanes6 days / 5 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person76,880 ISKSee datesGolden Circle & Blue Lagoon Small Group TourDay tourSmall groupReykjanes · Golden CircleGolden Circle & Blue Lagoon Small Group TourAbout 11–12 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person31,900 ISKSee datesInside the VolcanoDay tourSmall groupReykjanesInside the VolcanoAbout 6 hours with transfer5 May to 30 OctoberFrom, per person55,500 ISKSee datesVolcano Helicopter TourDay tourReykjanesVolcano Helicopter Tour35–40 minutesMeet in downtown ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person73,500 ISKSee datesBlue Lagoon from ReykjavikDay tourReykjanesBlue Lagoon from ReykjavikAbout 4 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person23,999 ISKSee datesReykjanes Peninsula Private TourPrivate tourReykjanesReykjanes Peninsula Private TourAbout 6.5 hoursPrivate tour from179,900 ISKSee datesGolden Circle, Blue Lagoon & Northern Lights TourDay tourSmall groupReykjanes · Golden CircleGolden Circle, Blue Lagoon & Northern Lights TourSmall Group IcelandAbout 15 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkNorthern Lights season (Sep–Apr)From, per person41,990 ISKSee datesReykjanes Volcano Fields & GrindavíkDay tourLarge groupReykjanesReykjanes Volcano Fields & GrindavíkAfternoon TourAbout 5.5 hoursFrom, per person14,990 ISKSee datesReykjanes GeoParkDay tourSmall groupReykjanesReykjanes GeoParkSightseeing TourAbout 7 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person19,300 ISKSee datesGolden Circle & Blue LagoonDay tourLarge groupReykjanes · Golden CircleGolden Circle & Blue LagoonFamily Friendly Tour10 hoursMeet on locationFrom, per person34,899 ISKSee datesVolcano Tour & the Blue LagoonDay tourLarge groupReykjanesVolcano Tour & the Blue LagoonAbout 9 to 10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person32,990 ISKSee datesVolcano Tour & Sky LagoonDay tourLarge groupReykjanesVolcano Tour & Sky LagoonAbout 9.5 hoursFrom, per person32,999 ISKSee datesVolcano Tour: Grindavík Volcano Village & the Blue LagoonDay tourLarge groupReykjanesVolcano Tour: Grindavík Volcano Village & the Blue LagoonAbout 9 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person36,499 ISKSee datesVolcano Tour & Reykjanes SightseeingDay tourLarge groupReykjanesVolcano Tour & Reykjanes SightseeingAbout 9 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person15,990 ISKSee datesBlue Lagoon & Northern LightsDay tourLarge groupReykjanesBlue Lagoon & Northern Lightsadmission includedAbout 8 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkNorthern Lights season (Sep–Apr)From, per person32,499 ISKSee datesBlue Lagoon Comfort PackageShore excursionReykjanesBlue Lagoon Comfort PackageKeflavik Airport to Blue Lagoon to ReykjavikAbout 4 hoursFrom the cruise portFrom, per person23,999 ISKSee datesBlue Lagoon Premium PackageDay tourReykjanesBlue Lagoon Premium PackageAbout 4 hoursFrom, per person27,999 ISKSee datesReykjanes Volcano TourDay tourSmall groupReykjanesReykjanes Volcano TourLava Fields, Hot Springs & Grindavík VillageAbout 7 hoursFrom, per person15,000 ISKSee datesGolden Circle & Blue Lagoon Private TourPrivate tourReykjanes · Golden CircleGolden Circle & Blue Lagoon Private TourAbout 10 hoursPrivate tour from239,900 ISKSee datesVolcano Tour in IcelandDay tourLarge groupReykjanesVolcano Tour in IcelandExplore Lava Fields & CratersAbout 7 to 9 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkFrom, per person15,990 ISKSee datesGeothermal Helicopter Tour IcelandDay tourReykjanesGeothermal Helicopter Tour IcelandHot Springs & Volcano Views50–60 minutesMeet in downtown ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person68,750 ISKSee datesFire and Ice Helicopter Tour IcelandDay tourReykjanesFire and Ice Helicopter Tour IcelandVolcano & Glacier Adventureabout 2 hoursMeet in downtown ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person679,600 ISKSee datesUltimate Volcano TourDay tourReykjanesUltimate Volcano TourVolcano Hike & GrindavíkAbout 6.5 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkAll yearFrom, per person15,999 ISKSee dates4-Day Golden Circle, South Coast, Ice Cave & Volcano4-day tourSmall groupGolden Circle · South Coast4-Day Golden Circle, South Coast, Ice Cave & Volcano4 days, 3 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSep–mid-AprFrom, per person169,990 ISKSee dates

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What's on the Reykjanes peninsula

Recent volcanic activity has opened up viewing areas at various points, access changes depending on current conditions, so check with us close to your travel date.

The Blue Lagoon sits on Reykjanes, and combining a lagoon visit with a peninsula tour is a common way to spend a layover or arrival day.

The landscape here is older lava fields and geothermal fields, giving a different feel from the greener parts of Iceland.

Given the proximity to the airport, this is a practical region for a short tour either before departure or right after landing.

Questions people ask

Is Reykjanes good for a layover?

Yes, its location near Keflavík airport makes it a practical stop before a flight or right after landing.

Can I see active volcanic areas here?

Access depends on current activity and safety status, which changes. Check with us for the latest situation before booking.

Is the Blue Lagoon on Reykjanes?

Yes, and it is commonly combined with a Reykjanes peninsula tour.

How far is Reykjanes from Reykjavik?

It's a short drive, generally under an hour depending on which part of the peninsula you're visiting.

What makes Reykjanes different from other regions?

It is largely lava field and geothermal terrain, with less vegetation than other parts of Iceland, and recent volcanic activity.