Iceland Eclipse 2026 - The Ultimate Solar Eclipse Tour

Catch the Total Solar Eclipse in Iceland – August 12, 2026

Iceland will offer front-row seats to one of nature’s once-in-a-lifetime events, a total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026. For just over two minutes, the moon will fully cover the sun, turning day into night and revealing the sun's outer atmosphere, the corona. And thanks to Iceland’s location and late-summer light, it’s one of the best places in the world to experience it.

This day tour, operated by Reykjavík Excursions, is designed for travelers who want the best possible view of the eclipse. Rather than staying in one fixed location, the route is flexible and guided by a team of experts who track cloud coverage in real time. Their experience comes from planning heavily weather-dependent Northern Lights tours. If conditions change, so does the route—ensuring the tour moves toward the clearest skies and longest possible totality.

The primary viewing location will be the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where the eclipse should be visible in totality for over two minutes. This area is also home to stunning natural scenery: rugged lava fields, black sand beaches, dramatic cliffs, and the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano. But if clouds roll in, backup locations like Reykjanes or West Iceland (around Borgarnes and Akranes) are also in reach and offer excellent viewing potential.

The tour includes a round-trip carbon-neutral transportation. Along the way, experienced guides will share insight into the science of solar eclipses, Iceland’s geology, and the surrounding landscape. There will be scenic stops to enjoy the views and take photos before reaching the final viewing point. Eclipse viewing glasses will be provided and celebratory drinks.

Afterwards, the tour continues with some exploration before heading back to Reykjavík in the evening.

With a focus on flexibility, expert planning, and natural beauty, this is a smart and memorable way to experience the 2026 eclipse in Iceland.

Space is limited—early booking is recommended.

Included

• Transfers: The tour transfer coach will arrive outside your accommodation (Reykjavík only) beginning 30 minutes prior to the tour’s official start time. Please note: If your accommodation is not a valid pick-up location, find the nearest tour pick-up / drop-off location to you by entering your hotel address here.
  For tours purchased as stand-alone bookings, make sure to select your pickup location during the booking process. For tours purchased as add-ons to package bookings, the pickup location will automatically be added to the booking.
• Total duration approximately 12 hours
• Expert guide & astronomy commentary
• Eclipse viewing glasses (certified for safe observation)
• Celebration drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)

Conditions

• Online offer only
• No refund for unused travel services or land arrangements once a tour starts
• Minimum age for this tour: 6 years old.
• Not included: Meals during the tour
• Tour operated by Reykjavik Excursions
• All general inquiries, including change or cancellation requests, must be submitted online.
• Terms and conditions, including changes and cancellations to your holiday, vary depending on your country of departure. Please refer to the applicable Icelandair Holidays terms and conditions.

Insurance

Personal travel insurance is not included and is highly recommended. It can be arranged through Allianz Global Assistance for passengers originating in the United States and Canada.

Booking Confirmations

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