Highlights
- Golden Circle tour
- Þingvellir National Park
- Öxarárfoss waterfall
- Almannagjá
- Strokkur geyser
- Kerið Crater
- Icelandic Farm
About the Golden Circle Tour
Embark on the small-group Golden Circle tour and experience the top highlights of the Golden Circle sightseeing route. Ideal for travelers eager to explore Gullfoss waterfall, the Geysir geothermal area, and Þingvellir National Park with a knowledgeable local guide, this full-day excursion from Reykjavik offers an intimate and immersive experience.
Your adventure starts in Reykjavik, where your expert guide will pick you up from your accommodation or a nearby bus stop. Board the comfortable minibus and meet your fellow travelers for a personalized tour experience.
The first stop is Þingvellir National Park, a site of significant historical and geological importance. As the location of Iceland’s first parliament, the Althingi, founded over 1,000 years ago, Þingvellir offers rich insights into Iceland’s cultural heritage and the stunning geological features of the Mid-Atlantic Rift.
Next, enjoy a special visit to Brúarfoss waterfall, a hidden gem often excluded from standard Golden Circle tours. Known for its striking sapphire-blue waters, Brúarfoss is frequently praised as Iceland’s bluest waterfall and makes for a perfect photo opportunity.
Continue the Golden Circle tour to the Geysir geothermal area to witness the Strokkur geyser. Strokkur erupts every 5 to 10 minutes, providing ample chances to capture the dramatic spectacle of hot water shooting into the air.
The tour’s penultimate stop is the impressive Gullfoss waterfall, a highlight of the Golden Circle and Iceland’s most powerful waterfall. The name “Gullfoss,” meaning “golden falls,” reflects the beautiful golden hues often seen in the spray on sunny days.
Most Golden Circle tours conclude here, but your experience continues with a visit to the Kerið volcanic crater. This vibrant red crater with its tranquil blue lake offers a fascinating glimpse into Iceland’s volcanic landscape. Stroll around the crater’s rim and learn about its formation from your guide.
After a day full of spectacular sights, relax on the comfortable minibus as your guide returns you to Reykjavik. Use the onboard Wi-Fi to share your adventure with friends and family or plan your evening activities.
Included
- English speaking professional guide.
- 8 hours of guided small group tour of the most popular route in Iceland.
- Free WiFi on board the minibus.
- Icelandic music on board the minibus.
- Visit to an Icelandic Dairy Farm and free home made ice cream.
What to bring
- Good outdoor shoes
- Warm and waterproof clothing
- Gloves and hat
- Camera (optional)
Good to know
- On this Golden Circle Tour we have to adjust timings to the short daylight and we always try to avoid big crowds.
- Pick up is from designated locations in Reykjavík. Pick up from Keflavík airport or outside of the greater capital area is not available.
- You can bring some favorite snacks and beverages if you like.
- We recommend you bring hiking boots with slip-resistant soles if you are visiting in the winter. Hiking boots are available at the time of booking.
Gallery - The golden Circle tour
Interesting locations in the area
Self Driving Activities
- Glacier Snowmobile
- Glacier Snowmobile & Ice Cave
- Snorkel between continents
- Dive between continents
Restaurants & hotels
- Geysir Hotel
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm
- Efstidalur Farm
FAQ
For tours that state that they pick up from Reykjavík, we ask all our customers to send their pick up location at least 24 hours prior to the departure of their tour. We cannot be responsible if you do not provide your pick up location, we won’t be responsible if you miss your tour.
Pick up starts at the scheduled departure time for the tour and can take up to 30 minutes. We ask our passenger to be ready in their listed location so they can be easily found.
Due to regulations of Reykjavik City, tour companies are allowed to stop at certain designated bus stop locations in the city centre to pick up passengers. It is stated on your voucher whether we will pick you up directly from your accommodation or from the bus stop.
You will receive a full refund if the tour gets cancelled due to weather.
Yes, you can bring your own food and drinks on the tour.
Yes, and you definitely should! The setting on the tour is full of amazing, scenic views.
This is, of course, a personal choice, we have often had pregnant women on our trips. This tour is listed as easy so if you do not feel uncomfortable with sitting in a minibus for the rive, this tour should be ideal for you.
