Reykjavik Excursions

Reykjavik Excursions, originally known in Icelandic as Kynnisferðir, was founded in 1968 and is one of Iceland's best-known tour and transport companies. Since 2022 it has been part of the Icelandia group. It is based at the BSÍ bus terminal on the southern edge of the city centre, and for many visitors it is the first company they use in Iceland, because it runs the Flybus, the scheduled airport bus between Keflavík International Airport and Reykjavik that has operated since 1979 and whose departures are coordinated with flight arrivals.

The company's day tours cover the classic routes from the capital. Golden Circle tours visit the main sights inland from Reykjavik, the South Coast tours head east towards the waterfalls and black sand beaches, and Blue Lagoon tours combine transport with a visit to the geothermal spa. In the darker months it runs northern lights tours, and in the city its Hop On Hop Off buses link the main sights. Private and small group tours are also available.

The appeal of a large operator like this is reliability and convenience. Coach tours are an easy way to see the countryside without driving on unfamiliar and sometimes icy roads, especially in winter. The fleet includes electric buses, selected coaches have free Wi-Fi and USB charging, and some vehicles are adapted for passengers with reduced mobility. Reykjavik Excursions was the first Icelandic tour operator to receive ISO 14001 environmental certification and holds Vakinn certification, the official Icelandic quality and environmental scheme.

Larger coach tours suit first-time visitors, families and anyone on a budget who wants to see the highlights in a day. If you prefer small groups or more time at each stop, look at the company's smaller tours or a specialist operator. The company publishes a list of pick-up locations on its website; check which one serves your accommodation when you book, and be ready at the stop early, as coaches often collect from several points before setting off.

Book day tours a day or two ahead in summer and keep some flexibility in winter, when tours can change or be cancelled because of weather. The BSÍ terminal is within walking distance of the city centre.