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2026 Solar Eclipse Day Tour

12 hours Reykjavík areaBusTravel IcelandFree cancellation on most tours

2026 Solar Eclipse Day Tour

2026 Solar Eclipse Day Tour is a 12 hours experience run by BusTravel Iceland in Reykjavík area, from 34.990 ISK per person. On August 12th, 2026, a long-awaited celestial event will be seen from western Iceland - the country's first total solar eclipse since 1954.

34.990 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
12 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
6 years
Pickup
Available
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Bus
Operator
BusTravel Iceland

About this tour

On August 12th, 2026, a long-awaited celestial event will be seen from western Iceland - the country's first total solar eclipse since 1954.

BusTravel Iceland is offering a special tour focusing on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where we will seek out the best possible viewing location for the eclipse - along the way, we will visit some of the region´s prime attractions - Kirkjufell mountain, Arnarstapi, and much more.

What’s included

  • Professional guide
  • Free WiFi
  • Eclipse glasses

What to bring

  • Warm, water- and windproof clothing are always useful in Iceland.
  • Packed lunch
  • All tickets are e-tickets so there is no need to print them out.

Good to know

  • The duration of the tour is 12 hours
  • There is no food included on this tour. As the area will be very busy on this day, and we don' t have an exact schedule, we recommend bringing lunch packs with you - we will make a stop at a grocery store in Borgarnes early in the day.
  • As we cannot guarantee clear skies in any one location, the schedule and stops can change at short notice

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Where it starts

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Meeting point: Bus Stop # 12 (opposite Storm Hotel), Þórunnartún 6, Reykjavík

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Frequently
asked
questions

How long is 2026 Solar Eclipse Day Tour?
The tour runs about 12 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does 2026 Solar Eclipse Day Tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 34.990 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 6 years old.