Stuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore Excursion

East Iceland

Stuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore Excursion

Stuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore ExcursionStuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore ExcursionStuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore ExcursionStuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore ExcursionStuðlagil Canyon Express & Vök Baths – Shore Excursion

Making your way through the rural countryside of East Iceland, we travel along the beautiful valley of Jökuldalur and stop at the picturesque Rjúkandi Waterfall before continuing towards Stuðlagil Canyon.

At Stuðlagil, we visit the west side of the canyon, where accessible walking trails and scenic viewing platforms offer spectacular panoramic views over one of Iceland’s most impressive basalt rock formations. From this side, you’ll enjoy breathtaking perspectives of the dramatic columns and the glacial river below — perfect for photography and experiencing the scale of the canyon.

Please note that this tour does not include the hike down into the canyon on the east side.

After taking in the stunning landscapes, we continue to the ever-relaxing Vök Baths, where you can soak in naturally heated geothermal pools floating on Lake Urriðavatn. The warm, mineral-rich waters provide the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploration.

Itinerary

  1. 1

    We will start the tour by driving to Rju00fakandi Waterfall in Ju00f6kuldalur Valley, where we'll make a short stop and take an easy and accessible walk up to the waterfall. From there we will make our way to Stuu00f0lagil Canyon.

    15 min
  2. 2

    Nestled deep within the remote Icelandic countryside, Stuu00f0lagil Canyon is truly a remarkable destination. On this tour, we visit the west side of the canyon, where scenic walking paths and viewing platforms offer sweeping panoramic views over the dramatic basalt columns and the river below.nnReaching the main viewpoints involves a short walk from the parking area, including uphill and downhill sections as well as a fairly long staircase leading down toward the canyon overlook. The total time spent at Stuu00f0lagil Canyon is approximately 1 hour, giving you ample time to take in the views, explore the platforms and trails.nnMost of the summer the water in the river is clear with turquoise colour but in the beginning of August the river changes to grey-ish glacial water.

    1h 15m Admission included
  3. 3

    After enjoying everything Stuu00f0lagil Canyon has to offer we head to the geothermal oasis of Vu00f6k Baths. Vu00f6k offers Iceland's first floating pools in Urriu00f0avatn Lake, a large pool with it's own bar, steam bath, cold mist tunnel, quality guest facilities, and restaurant Vu00f6k Bistro with a view of the lake and the pools with a menu based on sustainability and local ingredients.

    1h 15m Admission included

What's included

  • Admission to Vu00f6k Baths is included
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

  • No food or snack is included in the tour
  • Swimwear & towel at Vu00f6k Baths

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund 1+ days before departure
  • 0% refund Within 1 days of departure

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels