Iceland Tours in May 2026
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- Complete Iceland Circle - 8-Day Self-Drive
- Best of Iceland
- 6 Days Iceland | Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes, Reykjavik City Tour & Airport Transfer (Group Tour)
- 5 Day - Snæfellsnes & South Coast
- 8 Days Guided Iceland Circle
- 8 Day Guided Iceland Circle
- Iceland Express Circle - 6-Day Self-Drive
- Iceland's Golden Circle in Depth (11 destinations)
- Complete Iceland Circle with Snæfellsnes - 9-Day Self-Drive
- Ultimate Iceland Road Trip - 10-Day Self-Drive
Duration 8 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, Hofn, DjupivogurSee all destinations Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel May departure dates
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- NZ$2,208
Best of Iceland
137 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A full-on week taking in all the essentials of Iceland. Very good experience.”
Kaye, traveled in April
Duration 7 days Destinations Reykjavik, Akureyri, Godafoss, Myvatn, Seydisfjordur, Vatnajokull National Park, Jokulsarlon, Skaftafell Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 7 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,539
20% Off- NZ$3,631You save $908
6 Days Iceland | Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes, Reykjavik City Tour & Airport Transfer (Group Tour)
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everyone on time, informative and friendly.”
Jane, traveled in June
Duration 6 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kirkjufell Mountain, Djupalonssandur, Arnarstapi, Skogafoss, Jokulsarlon Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Marina Travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $3,153
5% Off- NZ$2,995You save $158
5 Day - Snæfellsnes & South Coast
151 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing experience, all the help received online from agents was great. I would definitely recommend this to my friends.”
John, traveled in October
Duration 5 days Destinations Reykjavik, Arnarstapi, Djupalonssandur, Kirkjufell Mountain, Reykholt, Thingvellir National Park, Dover, Gullfoss, Skogafoss, ReynisfjaraSee all destinations Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator Arctic Adventures May departure dates
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5% Off- NZ$2,665
8 Days Guided Iceland Circle
41 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Was a great trip & would highly recommend it. Well organised, the hotels were all good.”
Dawn, traveled in August
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Borgarnes, Grábrók Volcano, Akureyri, Godafoss, Myvatn, Skutustadagigar, Hverfjall Volcano, Mount Namaskard, DettifossSee all destinations Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator GJ Travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates8 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 22 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $5,181
5% Off- NZ$4,922You save $259
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Akureyri, Myvatn Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator STM Tours LLC May departure dates
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5% Off- NZ$6,710
Duration 6 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Fludir, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, VikSee all destinations Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel May departure dates
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5% Off- NZ$1,577
Iceland's Golden Circle in Depth (11 destinations)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had a wonderful experience!”
Deborah, traveled in July
Duration 5 days Destinations Reykjavik, Hvolsvollur, Geysir, Gullfoss, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Solheimajokull, Thingvellir National Park Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel May departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 14 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,570
10% Off- NZ$4,113You save $457
Duration 9 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, HofnSee all destinations Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel May departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$2,524
Duration 10 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, HofnSee all destinations Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel May departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$2,839
What people love about Iceland Tours in May
- Best of Iceland
The Best of Iceland tour with G Adventures was outstanding! Oliver was an excellent guide: knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, kept us on time so that we could see everything and gave us lots of great tips from how to save money to how to set our cameras to capture the northern lights. Iceland is an incredibly beautiful country. I highly recommend this tour!
- 5 Day - Snæfellsnes & South Coast
Everything was just fantastic! Key of which was the great guides we had from Arctic Adventures who provided an excellent tour and even gave us more great scenic quick stops to visit that are not included in the itinerary! Additionally, Oliver was very helpful in getting us awesome photographs of the Northern Lights as our mobile apps were not able to capture them. They made our first impression of travelling to Iceland an unforgettable experience!
- 8 Day Around Iceland Summer Minibus Tour
We had a wonderful tour with our guide Gylfi. He was very knowlegable about the geography of all the areas we visited and the history of Iceland. The timing of each day flowed very well with plenty of time for exploration and photos of each stop. The minibus was very comfortable. Gylfi's driving was very smooth. we got to know all the other fellow tourists on the bus as well. I would highly recommend Troll Tours and especially our guide Gylfi.
What our customers ask about Iceland Tours in May 2026
What wildlife can I see in Iceland during May?
May brings diverse wildlife viewing opportunities across Iceland. Puffins make their return to coastal regions including Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach while whales surface in the fjords near Akureyri. The East Fjords region offers glimpses of Arctic foxes and near Egilsstaðir visitors often spot herds of reindeer roaming the landscape. Many tours base themselves at Hotel Herad in this area. As one TourRadar traveler noted "we were lucky enough to spot seals at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon."
How crowded are tourist attractions in Iceland during May?
The shoulder season of May provides a balanced experience between winter quiet and summer crowds. Visitors to major sites like Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir geothermal area find more space to explore than during peak months. This extends to Thingvellir National Park and Vik's black sand beaches. One traveler observed "we got to enjoy the magnificent scenery without the tourist crowds."
What accommodations are available in Iceland during May?
Iceland's May accommodation options span from city hotels to rural lodges. In Reykjavik the Berjaya Reykjavík Natura Hotel welcomes guests while near the glacier Fosshotel Vatnajökull provides nature-focused stays. Hotel Klettur in Reykjavik and Fosshotel Nupar along the South Coast receive strong reviews from TourRadar travelers. A guest noted "the hotels were clean and served reasonably good breakfast perfect for May weather conditions."
What unique activities are available in Iceland during May?
The month presents prime conditions for glacier hiking on Sólheimajökull whale watching from Dalvík and exploring newly opened highland roads. Visitors can snorkel the Silfra fissure between continental plates while Akureyri's Botanical Gardens burst into bloom. Boat tours begin operating at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. According to one TourRadar traveler: "The glacier hike in May was incredible - the ice was super blue and clear and our guide said it's one of the best months for glacier activities."
What are the best waterfalls to visit in Iceland during May?
The spring melt creates ideal conditions for waterfall viewing. Key sites include Seljalandsfoss with its walkable path behind the cascade Skógafoss dropping 60 meters Godafoss in the northern region and Gullfoss along the Golden Circle route. A TourRadar traveler shared: "Visiting Seljalandsfoss in May was magical - there was enough warmth to walk behind the falls and the surrounding area was turning green with spring vegetation."
What are the best day trips from Reykjavik in May?
Spring temperatures make for excellent day touring from the capital. Popular routes include the Golden Circle (Þingvellir Geysir and Gullfoss) South Coast excursions to major waterfalls and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The Blue Lagoon and broader Reykjanes Peninsula are readily accessible. As one TourRadar traveler said: "We took amazing day trips from Reykjavik in May - the weather was perfect for exploring and we could fit multiple sites into each day thanks to the long daylight hours."