Iceland’s tiny Vík í Mýrdal village exists in the shadows of one of the country’s most dangerous volcanoes. On this leisurely self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll through its compact village center, past modern attractions that showcase Iceland’s volcanic heritage, to the dramatic black coastline where folklore and geology collide.
Starting at the red-roofed hillside Vík í Mýrdal Church (Víkurkirkja) that doubles as an evacuation point during volcanic emergencies, you’ll head into the heart of Iceland’s southernmost village. Along the way, I’ll share both personal connections to the area and fascinating insights into how nature has shaped life here for centuries.
Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Not included
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
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The lovely church of Vik is the startpoint of the tour. The church is normally not open for the public, and entrance is not included in the tour.
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We'll also pass by the Lava Show, adding to the historic charm of the neighbourhood. However, entry itself is not included in this tour.
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We'll also pass by the unique Halldorskaffi.
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We'll also pass by the Zipline Iceland, that might give you a rush hanging under a steel wire. However, entry to the ziplines itself is not included in this tour.
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We also pass by Skaftfellingur Museum, but entrance is not included in the tour.
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The tour passes by the restaurant and brewery - a lovely part of Icelandic beer history. Entry to the restaurant is not included.
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The tour concludes at the lovely black beach at Vik.
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In front of you throughout the tour is the Reynisdrangar sea stack. A great view while you walk.
