Iceland · SPA & HOT SPRINGS
Good spa & hot springs tours fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Sky Lagoon in Reykjavik: oceanfront geothermal spa with a 7-step ritual, infinity pool views, and optional private facilities.
“Really enjoyable and relaxing, we went around sunset time and it was beautiful. You have to shower before going into the lagoon but they only had shampoo and conditioner so I would recommend bringing shower gel.”
Half-day from Reykjavík to Hvammsvík Hot Springs with round-trip transport. Hot pools, calm views, and stress-free timing.
“Very easy. Plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful hot springs.”
Snorkel Silfra’s clear glacial rift water, then relax at Laugarvatn Fontana geothermal pools with saunas, steam room, and included gear help.
“David and the team at Sport Diving School of Iceland did a fantastic job of making our snorkeling experience fantastic. I would highly recommend doing it again.”
Calm geothermal soaking at Hvammsvík Hot Springs, about 45 minutes from Reykjavík, with multiple pools, ocean cool-down, and optional comfort package.
“Nice place to spend a time with beatiful views on hot water. Drinks, food, service very kind. Grettings for tall and kind Lifeguard who care about save and clean place for everybody 😉”
Early hike to Brennisteinsalda and a Landmannalaugar hot-springs soak, with small-group pickup from Reykjavík and a certified guide.
“Favorite part?? Tough to puck between the hike & the hot springs after!! The whole area is so unique, would love to camp there for a few nights & get in a couple hikes and soak up this unique spot.”
Snowmobile across Langjökull, ride in a super truck, then warm up in Geysir mud areas and the Secret Lagoon with Reykjavik pickup.
“Absolutely amazing trip, stunning views on the glacier and a great ride there on the snowmobile. The secret lagoon was OK, would probably recommend another one as unfortunately this one was nothing special. However the whole trip was well worth it for the snowmobile bit alone.”
See west Iceland in one packed day, with geothermal stops, Hraunfossar waterfalls, and a guided walk through Viðgelmir Lava Cave.
“Great selection of activities, wonderful photos opportunities, lovely relaxing finish at spa. Guide very friendly and welcoming. Thank you”
Snorkel in Silfra between tectonic plates, then unwind at Sky Lagoon with hot and cold pools plus a 7-step ritual, all in one day.
“Silfa snorkeling: Anil was an excellent guide, he was patient with us new to dry suit snorkeling and gave us a great orientation to what we would experience. He took nice pictures for us in the water and out as well. This was a very special challenging and worthwhile experience! Keep in mind that Sky Lagoon is a good drive on your own from the snorkeling site.”
Golden Circle icons plus Hvammsvík hot spring time, with Eilífur geyser eruptions, Kerið crater, Gullfoss, Strokkur, Þingvellir, and geothermal bread.
“The tour was amazing!!! Christina was the sweetest 🥹🩷 Had lots of fun and had the luck to see the aurora in the sky at the hot springs 🥹🩷”
Blue Lagoon Retreat Spa for two: private suite, crowd-free Retreat Lagoon, sauna and ritual with silica and algae, plus Blue Lagoon access.
Snorkel in Silfra at Thingvellir, then warm up at Sky Lagoon with Pure Pass and the Sky Ritual, self-drive from Reykjavik.
“The dive was incredible. Dory our instructor was very thorough with all the dry suit fitting and explained every step. She took loads of photos of us and gave us time to explore the lagoon. The experience itself is only like 30 mins but with how cold your head and hands get it’s enough. I can’t believe how clear the water was! Sky Lagoon at the end of the day was just the cherry on top of the cake to warm up. Would recommend!”
Private 4WD Golden Circle day from Reykjavik with Þingvellir, Strokkur geyser, and Gullfoss, plus pickup, flexible stops, and local guidance.
“Andres made the day quite memorable.. He went well above and beyond as he helped with locating a lost wallet. The tour was extremely personalized and directed by what we would like to do versus what a scripted tour was. The next time we come back to Iceland, we will be looking Andres up for another tour.”
Private Golden Circle day from Reykjavík with Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, hot-spring rye bread baking, Friðheimar tomatoes, and horse feeding.
“This Golden Circle tour was great. Olga tailored the day to our desires. We went on a hike, saw waterfalls, went to the geyser, then went to a hot spring bakery. Along the way we stopped to feed the Icelandic horses which was alot of fun.”
6 days Iceland 4x4 campervan from Reykjavik with airport pickup, cave tours, Golden Circle, spas, Aurora Show, and hot springs.
“Thank you Dawid for warm welcome and send off. Lovely 6 day trip around Iceland ring road. Van great, especially the heater.”
Private Blue Lagoon spa time with Reykjavik pickup, Wi-Fi transport, and comfort admission included in about 4 hours.
“Although it is a very touristy place, you have to experience it while in Iceland. We had a private tour which included admission which made it very easy. Our driver gave us a lot of information about the area as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our day and would definitely recommend it.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
