Experience Like No Other

Explore Iceland like never before with our bespoke travel services.
We offer personalized itineraries crafted just for you, from private expeditions to guided tours and everything in between.

Exciting Adventures

Our Tours

Waterfalls, black sands, and glacier hike.

Iceland’s South Coast & Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike

Chase waterfalls, explore volcanic beaches, and hike a glacier on this unforgettable South Coast journey.

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Reykjanes Peninsula Private Tour

Reykjanes Peninsula Private Tour with Keflavík Airport Pickup and Dropoff

Short on time but longing to experience the real Iceland? The Private Reykjanes Peninsula Tour is the perfect adventure for travelers with just a few hours to spare

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Golden Circle with a farm-fresh stop

Golden Circle Tour with Friðheimar Tomato Farm Experience

See geysers, waterfalls, and Þingvellir, then visit Efstidalur II for a genuine taste of Icelandic farm life.

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Private Northern Lights Escape

Exclusive 3-Hour NORTHERN LIGHTS Experience – Private Tour

Chase the aurora beyond city lights on a cozy 3-hour tour with a private local guide.

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Glacier Hike, Lagoon and Northern Lights

Golden Circle & South Coast Tour: Glacier Hike, Glacier Lagoon and Northern Lights

Golden Circle, South Coast, glacier hike, Glacier Lagoon, and Northern Lights in one epic Iceland journey.

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Þórsmörk 4x4 highland adventure

Explore the Wild Highlands: Private Thórsmörk 4×4 Day Adventure

Ride into Þórsmörk by 4x4, hike to epic valley views, and unwind by the Markarfljót River.

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Real Experiences

What Our Travelers Say

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Real Experiences

What Our Travelers Say

Hear directly from those who’ve explored Iceland with us. From unforgettable adventures to personal connections, our guests share the moments that made their journey truly special.

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Kamila was our guide for a tour on the glacier. She was very professional, we felt very safe and in good hands. Had a wonderful time
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Had a fantastic hike to glacier near Katla with Styrmir and it as a fantastic hiking experience. Highly recommend
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We did a 4-5 hr Reykjanes Peninsula UNESCO Geological Area sightseeing private tour w/ airport transfer to KEF. He is a very kind and pleasant gentleman, he kept us on time and we made most of the short window we had. We visited various sites within the Reykjanes Peninsula, Krýsuvíkurkirkja Church , Fagradalsfjall lava fields, Valahnúkamöl Cliffs lava beach, Kleifarvatn Lake, Gunnuhver Geothermal area, the old fishing town destroyed by the recent 2021 Volcanic eruption, the most charming Garðskagi Lighthouses and fishing village !!
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If you’re looking for a true Viking adventure in Iceland, Otto the Viking is your guide! Our family—including our kids, grandbaby, my sister, and brother-in-law—had an unforgettable time exploring the Golden Circle and the Westman Islands, where seeing the puffins was incredible!! Otto was the perfect mix of knowledgeable, funny, and genuinely passionate about Iceland! We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and highly recommend Otto to anyone visiting Iceland. Takk, Otto!! Barb and family!
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Otto did a great job touring us around Iceland and taking us to all the best sites to see
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We spent two full days touring Iceland with Otto and he is the best of the best! He planned trips that catered to our group, made stops along the way to show us hidden spots that we would not have seen otherwise, and made a great deal of accommodations to make sure we saw all we could see. He is knowledgeable and fun to talk to! He’s a fantastic tour guide and I would highly recommend booking him for your next trip to Iceland!
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Lisa Coppola
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If you’re going to Iceland, do yourself a favor and book Otto the Viking. He’s not just a guide, he’s the reason our trip was unforgettable. Otto knows Iceland inside and out and took us to incredible spots we never would have found on our own. Every day felt like a mix of adventure and hanging out with someone who genuinely loves what he does. Great stories, great music, lots of laughs, and a real sense of camaraderie. Whether it’s a day trip or an overnight, he makes everything easy and fun. We left feeling like we experienced the real Iceland, not just the tourist version.
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Diana Carolina Ceron Fonseca
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Otto the Viking is the best guide in Iceland! Always with a friendly smile, no rush, and always willing to help. He knows all the best local spots in Iceland and is excellent at managing groups! Highly recommended, 10/10!
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Katy Reichlin
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Otto is amazing. He knows everything and is well integrated into many of Icelands guide services. He was flexible with me and was allaying figuring out how to make my experience the best. Most importantly he is incredibly kind, funny, and he likes good music. He definitely became a friend. I will book him again, no questions asked.
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We were a team of photographers visited Iceland during Sep/Oct 2024. Used Otto the Viking for our needs. He made our trip memorable. Took us to the local attractions and which most may not know. He was very professional and accommodated our timing and comfort. I would certainly use his services next time when I visit Iceland.
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The absolute highlight of Iceland Booking a tour with Otto was hands-down the best experience I had in Iceland. I cannot recommend him highly enough to friends, family, and fellow travelers. Otto is a guide who truly goes the extra mile. When you travelwith him, you don’t just see the tourist spots, you see the real Iceland. ​He shared so many incredible stories from his own life and took us to stunning hidden gems we never would have found on our own. Beyond his incredible local knowledge, Otto has a massive heart and genuinely cares about everyone on the tour. If you want an authentic, unforgettable Icelandic adventure, book with Otto!
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Brad L
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A great one day deep dive into the wonders of Iceland I was lucky to spend 12 hours with Otto driving and hiking through the Southern Highlands. It was my second day ever in Iceland and it was an unforgettable experience. Otto packed us some wonderful snacks and lunch of delicious icelandic breads and meats and fish and off we went. He was engaging, knowledgable and very good at gauging my abilities to trek through interesting terrain. We covered a lot of ground and were greeted with great weather. Otto is charming, funny and knowledgeable and has a gentle but fierce spirit.
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50 out of 50! Otto the Viking is the best We hired Otto the Viking to guide our group of 20 around the South Coast of Iceland in December 2025. He was an absolute joy to lead us, filled with interesting facts and jokes. He is very knowledgeable, especially on the glacier hike, and we highly recommend him for your visit to this amazing country.
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Don't miss the Northern Lights with Otto! My family and I traveled to Iceland in March 2025 specifically to see the Northern Lights. We booked a trip with Otto our first night there so we had time to still look if he couldn't find them. There was no need. Otto was simply amazing and found the most spectacular Northern Lights I could have ever imagined. He also was able to provide guidance on the best way to photo them. His English is superb and he customized the tour however we wanted.
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Wonderful guide for the beautiful country of Iceland We were a group of 12 friends and family of all ages, and Otto took the best care of us all. We organized a very long day with him to see the most we could, considering the distance from Reykjavík. We were all so happy with the tour from the sites we saw, the time we were alloted at each stop, and the locations for eating. Everyone raved about what a great time we had with Otto. He was a careful driver and considerate for bathroom breaks and super about taking photos of us (and really skilled in that as well ;) ). I would 100% recommend Otto as a guide.
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Unique personal adventure Best vacation, after hearing about others experiences I realize I got a truly customized personal tour. I lived his stories and history and his patience with us. We got to go to some areas and try food that many other people miss. I even did a cold plunge with his guidance. I highly recommend
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Sophie W
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Amazing day out with your guide Otto at the south coast and Glacier hike ❄️ Great experience, each stop on this tour is stunning. Otto really topped the experience with his funny and charming character ☺️ would 100% recommend and I’d book with Otto when I return to Iceland ❄️ Thank you Otto! ✨
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Wonderfull Had a fantastik trip with Otto the viking to see and walk on a glaceier. I would rekommend Otto as a tourguide anytime. He is very talented
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Lisa D
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Otto the Best! Otto (native Icelandic) is the best, for real! He and his team were super receptive and accommodating as there were some elements of the trip I wanted to “customize”. We spend two very full days together, felt very safe - he is an excellent driver. He was full of interesting stories both fact and folklore which was well balanced with some quiet time. He even surprised us with what he called “hidden pearls” which didn’t disappoint. He was very much himself and quite funny, I would tour with him again in a heartbeat!
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Julia D
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Fantastic views and experiences of what Southern Iceland has to offer. This was an amazing day - I booked last minute with, Get Your Guide. It did start with some confusion, but I phoned the company - they also called and emailed me. Our guide pulled it back 100% and I knew right away it was going to be good. It ended up better than good - AMAZING!!! We had Ritchie as our guide and a comfortable coach with driver Wieslaw. We stopped at several places : a glacier, the black sand beach at Vik, seen the basalt columns and sea stacks, and the two amazing waterfalls Skogafoss and Seljalandfoss. But also we were guided by Ritchie along the route who gave us information about other features and the scenery along the way. ( definitely a return visit with car hire would be a bonus for me) I would bring a change of clothes and a towel! The waterfalls need to be felt to get the ultimate experience!! The force and the sounds 💙 10 hours sounds long - it wasn’t long enough!! Great value for money - one of my travel highlights that I will never forget.
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Discover the Real Iceland​

Otto The Viking invites you to experience Iceland through private, tailor-made journeys designed around you. We create trips that go beyond the postcard stops, connecting you with raw landscapes, local stories, and moments that feel genuinely personal.

Whether you choose an intimate private adventure or a guided day tour, our focus stays the same: comfort, authenticity, and unforgettable memories. Travel at your own pace, follow your curiosity, and explore Iceland in a way that never feels rushed.

From iconic highlights to hidden gems, we combine local insight with thoughtful planning so each stop has purpose and each day feels made for you. Every itinerary is shaped around your interests, energy level, and travel style.

If you want Iceland to feel real, personal, and deeply memorable, travel the Otto The Viking way and come home with more than photos: come home with stories.