Private Super Jeep – Þjórsárdalur Valley: Vikings & Waterfalls

by Amazing Tours Iceland · Super jeeps · Highlands

3.90· 86 Google reviews of the operator

from €1,835.2 per vehicle

Next departure: Sat 24 Oct

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Private Super Jeep – Þjórsárdalur Valley: Vikings & Waterfalls — Amazing Tours Iceland
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  • Duration

    9 hours

  • Difficulty

    Very easy

  • Season

    May – Sep

  • Starts in

    Reykjavík

  • Pickup

    Hotel pickup included

  • Guide

    Guided in English

  • Departs

    09:00

  • Cancellation

    Free until 2 days before

About this experience

Experience the heart of Iceland’s highlands on a full-day adventure through Þjórsárdalur, a valley rich in history, volcanic landscapes, and cinematic natural wonders. The terrain is rugged and remote, making a super jeep the perfect way to navigate the unpaved roads and highland tracks while exploring powerful waterfalls, Viking ruins, hidden gorges, and breathtaking landscapes.

Your day begins at Hjálparfoss, one of the most distinctive waterfalls in Þjórsárdalur. Where the rivers Þjórsá and Fossá meet, the water cascades through striking formations of dark basalt, creating a beautiful contrast between the rushing river, volcanic rock, and surrounding green landscape. The area also has a long history as a resting place for travelers crossing the harsh highlands, giving Hjálparfoss a connection to the ancient routes that once linked southern Iceland with the interior.

From Hjálparfoss, we continue to Stöng, the well-preserved ruins of a Viking-Age farm and longhouse buried under volcanic ash after the eruption of Hekla in 1104. The site dates back to the time of the Icelandic Commonwealth, when Iceland was settled by independent farmers who shaped the island’s early society. Walking among the stone foundations and reconstructed timber frames, you’ll glimpse daily life during the Saga Age—imagining gatherings by the fire, stories shared inside the longhouse, and the resilience of settlers surviving in this rugged landscape. Stöng is a must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by Viking culture.

Next, we journey to Gjáin, a hidden gem tucked into the valley. This enchanting gorge is filled with crystal-clear streams, small waterfalls, moss-covered cliffs, and striking basalt formations. Often called one of Iceland’s most magical natural sites, Gjáin is perfect for photography, quiet reflection, or a short hike along its winding paths. Its lush greenery and dramatic geology make it a truly otherworldly spot—a must-see for nature lovers.

The day culminates at the spectacular Háifoss, one of the tallest waterfalls in Iceland, plunging nearly 120 meters into a deep volcanic canyon. The sheer cliffs, roaring water, and swirling mist create a dramatic, cinematic setting. Háifoss is also iconic from Stranger Things, making it a must-visit for fans of the show and anyone who loves breathtaking landscapes. Standing at the edge of the canyon, you’ll feel the raw power and beauty of Icelandic nature in every direction—a perfect finale to a day of adventure.

This full-day Þjórsárdalur tour combines Icelandic history, hidden natural wonders, and cinematic landscapes, offering travelers an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re fascinated by Viking ruins, enchanted by secret gorges, or drawn by famous waterfalls and Stranger Things filming locations, this tour captures the essence of Iceland’s wild, magical interior.

Bring your camera, dress for the elements, and prepare for a day where legendary history meets epic natural beauty.

Description from the operator, Amazing Tours Iceland. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

  1. Hjálparfoss
  2. Stöng, Viking-Age Farm & Longhouse Ruins
  3. Gjáin Gorge
  4. Háifoss Waterfall

Included

  • Þjórsárdalur Daytour with driver-guide in super-truck

Not included

  • Meals are not included but can be purchased on the tour

Good to know

  • Please dress according to the weather in Iceland. Wear warm, comfortable clothing, a waterproof outer layer, sturdy hiking boots, gloves, and a wool/fleece hat.
  • Camera and positive can-do attitude.
  • In Iceland, all itineraries are designed to be flexible, taking weather conditions into account. We reserve the right to change your itinerary or cancel it with your safety in mind. At Amazing Tours, your safety is our priority.
  • All adventure trips are undertaken at the responsibility of the participants. Participants must know that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk and are undertaken entirely at their own risk. Amazing Tours does not assume any responsibility for accidents caused by its customers or can be traced to their actions.

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 2 days before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is closed roads — the Road Administration shuts the mountain roads before the operator has to decide anything. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Amazing Tours Iceland decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 2 days before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Who this is not for

  • Priced per vehicle, so it is poor value for one or two people and good value for four or more sharing.
  • Not available in winter; the operator runs it roughly May to September.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

Amazing Tours Iceland is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →

What travellers say about Amazing Tours Iceland

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Operator rating 3.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Lisa Kraska

    ★★★★★ · a month ago

    Best hosts, cool vehicle and a fantastic experience!! Sven and Lisa made it so special for us!! Loved the hot dogs you treated us to! Thank you for the candy and the bubbles! Enjoyed the history of Iceland!!

  • Anne Ward

    ★★★★★ · a month ago

    We did the solar eclipse tour with Sven and Lisa and it was truly an amazing experience! We spent 13 hours hunting the best viewing spot and got to see the eclipse better than we expected. Sven is so knowledgeable about the history and geography of Iceland and I loved listening to his commentary. Lisa was warm and funny and gave us all hand-knitted hats to wear and take home. Spending the day with this tour was the highlight of our trip and we would highly recommend the company and particularly Sven for any adventure!

  • Kayleigh Brown

    ★★★★★ · 7 months ago

    We personally had a great service (specifically Dominika ) from amazing tours. I emailed and dealt with them/her directly for a deal on 3 tours . Snowmobiling , helicopter and Northern lights. All were amazing! Northern lights are a natural occurrence and whilst seeing in bright green with the naked eye wasn't possible that night we did still see it faintly and the host was amazing and took some great shots and supplied some home made Coco 🤗the helicopter tour of the volcano area was so surreal! And the snowmobile tour was one of my favourite tours ever ! We got so lucky with snow the night before. Great tour operator and highly recommended !

  • Jacqueline Tinant

    ★★★★★ · 4 years ago

    My friend and I were looking forward to this tour the most for our girls trip to Iceland and we were not disappointed! This was one of the best tours I've done while traveling abroad and such a great value. Close out of any other tabs you have open for snowmobiling, this is it! Not rushed, fun ride up to the glacier where you change, and get on your snowmobile. After the first leg of snowmobiling, your guide will take you to a newly discovered ice cave...its truly beautiful! After that, you'll snowmobile back. Our tour was filled with laughs, jokes, and informative facts about the glacier, ice cave, etc. Please don't pass this one up!

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

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Super jeeps — questions people ask

What is a super jeep?

A four-wheel-drive truck or van rebuilt for Iceland: raised suspension, huge low-pressure tyres and a snorkel, so it can cross rivers, drive on snow and climb glacier tracks that stop a rental car. Groups are small, usually eight to sixteen people. Super jeeps are how you reach Landmannalaugar in the highlands, ice caves under Mýrdalsjökull and dark northern-lights spots off the main roads. They are pricier than a coach, and rougher.

Is a super jeep northern lights tour better than a bus?

Slightly, for two reasons. A super jeep can leave the tarmac and find darker, more sheltered spots, and with ten people rather than fifty you spend less time waiting at stops. Arctic Adventures' Northern Lights Explorer (/experience/209/) and Northern Lights by 4x4 (/experience/1088067/) are the standard options. The sky is the same either way; a jeep does not make clouds part. If budget matters, a small-group minibus gets you most of the benefit.

When can you take a super jeep to Landmannalaugar?

Late June to September, once the highland roads open. The Landmannalaugar Safari (/experience/341/) is a twelve-hour day from Reykjavík with river crossings, a short hike and a soak in the natural hot river. The rest of the year the road is closed to everything except specially licensed winter expeditions. The dates the F-roads open vary each year with the snow, so if you are booking for June, expect a possible reschedule.

Is a super jeep tour comfortable?

Comfortable enough on the tarmac, bumpy on the rough stuff. That is the point. Expect to be thrown about on lava tracks and river beds, and to sit in a bench seat for several hours. People prone to motion sickness should sit in front and take a tablet. The trade-off is access: you see places coaches cannot go, with a driver-guide who talks to you rather than over a microphone.

Hotels

Where to stay for this tour

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