Private tour in Reykjavik Halldor E

Reykjavik City Private Tour - Half Day

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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Halldor E.

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Get the best experience of Iceland! As your local guide, tracing my bloodline to the Vikings of Iceland I will help you make great memories. I'm a certified guide born in Reykjavik, Iceland. I have a love for the Icelandic nature and it's constantly changing geology. Throughout the years I've travelled quite a lot in Iceland and I feel that Iceland has a lot to offer. I would be delighted to show you and share it with you. Having a second home on the north part of Snæfellsnes peninsula on the West coast of Iceland has given me a special passion for that area, but Snæfellsnes have been called "Little Iceland" because of the variety of the landscape as it zooms up all the aspects of Icelandic geology and nature. As well as being a certified guide, I have a degree in business management and I am also a Graphic Designer, running my own studio for over 20 years so I have a good eye for good spots to take pictures. Icelandic history and geology has always been a part of my hobbies so there is a lot of things to share. I have a passion for sharing the specialities of Icelandic nature and culture. Icelandic history dating back from the time period of the settlement keep many of the keys to understand the way we life and our culture. After having travelled in Iceland for decades, my ambition is to give you information and facts about Iceland, the people of Iceland, the nature and just being your best travel companion. Sharing the history of Iceland and facts about the volcanoes and glaciers and the constant changing nature is a pleasure. Visiting local Icelandic people is also a key to get to know the life of the average Icelander and how we live, our interests and opinions on this small island in the north. That is why I like taking my customers for a chat and coffee with homemade Icelandic pastries with the locals at their ordinary Icelandic home. Flexibility is my middle name, so any preferences or requests are always welcome. My philosophy regarding tourism in Iceland is that I like to give my customers the same treatment and experience as I would like to have if I was a tourist in their country. So drop me a line, and let's see how we can make the most of your Icelandic visit and how you can make precious memories. - Certified guide from MK in Reykjavik - - Authorised daytour provider from Iceland tourist board Nr 2023-067. - Passenger transport permit from the Icelandic Transport Authority Nr.2495 - Commercial driving licence, Category D - Member of the Iceland Tourist Guide Association. Children under 6 years (regulations for special childrens safety seats that I don't have installed in my car)

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Overview of your Reykjavik tour

Reykjavik, Iceland's capital, the most northern capital in the world with its 250. 000 inhabitants and it's history, art and culture. Reykjavík is believed to be the location of the first permanent settlement in Iceland in the 9th Century so there are lot of things to share and see. Experience Iceland's capital, Reykjavik with a drive around with me as your local certified guide. See Reykjavik with your own eyes like the famous concert hall, Harpa, the Parliament house, Alþingi, the Sun Voyager sculpture by the sea, Höfði House and the prominent Church, Hallgrímskirkja. This tour varies between 3-4 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions. I can customize this tour according to your requests or interests.

Recent Reviews

Van P.United States
July 2026

We very much enjoyed our tour with Halldor. He is very knowledgeable, organized, and fun to be with. Halldor made sure we visited key sights and explained their history and significance in a very easy to understand and enjoyable way. Highly recommend.

Paul K.United States
September 2025

Halldor was great!! He picked my wife and I up from the hotel on time and showed us Reykjavik only like a local could do. We walked through the old city where Halldor was truly a fount of information. His knowledge of history was amazing which gave us a unique perspective on Iceland's origin and development. He was attentive to our needs and even helped me pick out some books on Iceland in a local book store. We ended up seeing a number of sites around the city that gave us a a unique vantage point on Reykjavik and environs. Couldn't have been more pleased. PK

Stephen S.United States
July 2025

Halldor was a great guide. He was easy to communicate with before the tour and arrived promptly at the start. He was very friendly and most knowledgeable about Reykjavic and all of Icelandic history.

Arturo R.
July 2025

Haldor was amazing! I feel like we made a new, lifelong friend. He could not have been more accommodating, and his tour was very entertaining and informative. Great car also! Thank you Haldor, you’re a class act!!!

Keith E.
June 2025

Halldor gave us a great city tour on foot and by car. Very knowledgeable, interesting and great company. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our Reykjavík experience and would recommend Halldor as a guide.

Bd F.United States
January 2025

Halldor was AMAZING! His knowledge of the area was impeccable and his ability to adjust our tour based on our families interests was priceless. We did not do the in a local home experience, but he brought some homemade and signature snacks for our time. He went out of his way to make sure our time together captured the perfect understanding of Iceland and Reykjavík. He took many photos and never once watched the clock. We felt like a priority and a truly customized tour just for us. I cannot recommend him enough!

Your Reykjavik tour itinerary

The stops/pass bys included on this tour includes: - Pick up at desired location within Reykjavik - Short walk in down town center of Reykjavik - Perlan - Askirkja Church - Harpa Concert Hall - Hallgrímskirkja Church - Alþingi The house of Parliament - Sun Voyager Sculpture - Höfði House (Pass by) - Drop off at desired location within Reykjavik Optional stops upon request can include: - Árbær Open Air Museum - Ásmundur Sveinsson Art museum - Bessastaðir, the Presidents residence

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Land Rover Defender 2022 SDV6 SE 4-wheel drive with leather seats to offer you comfort whilst you explore Iceland with us. The car comes with darkened rear seat windows for extra privacy, A/C and fits up to 4 adult passengers (1 middle seat) and plenty of space for all your belongings in the rear trunk. The Land Rover Defender 2022 has a high ground clearance perfect to explore all types of rocky terrain and with sitting in a tall car, it gives you a better overview of the surroundings when exploring on the road

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission to observation deck at Perlan
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Meeting location

Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland

Airport, Cruise port, Hotel, Airbnb

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Food And Drink
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1268222
Languages
Icelandic
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Reykjavik best suited for?

This private tour in Reykjavik is perfect for travellers who want to explore Iceland's capital with a local Icelander. It's ideal for those interested in history, art, and culture, as well as anyone looking to see famous landmarks like the Harpa Concert Hall, Alþingi, and Hallgrímskirkja Church. The tour is also suitable for families with kids and can be customized to your interests.

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Hours icon 3 hours 30 minutes
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