About this experience
Explore five of Iceland’s most popular attractions during this full-day tour to the Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon. Visit Thingvellir, where the North American and European tectonic plates meet, the 20-meter high geyser at Strokkur, the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, and the crater lake at Kerid. Finish your day with a relaxing dip in the warm waters of the famous Blue Lagoon before heading back to Reykjavik.
Explore the full-day tour of Iceland’s famous Golden Circle
See geysers, lakes, waterfalls, and craters that make up the landscape
Relax in the warm geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon.
Enjoy a personalized experience with a maximum of 24 guests
At a glance
- Duration: 11 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
A base for the Golden Circle you want
Compare a Reykjavík starting point with a stay in the wider region by the arrangements that matter to you.
Plan the Golden Circle with room to look
Connect the principal places with a clear route, useful current information and a pace that fits your visit.
What is included
- Pick-up/drop off at designated meeting point
- WiFi on board
- Expert guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission ticket to Kerid Crater
Not included
- Blue Lagoon Entrance (Book your ticket on the Blue Lagoon Website for 17:00)
Itinerary and highlights
The Golden Circle is a renowned tour destination from Reykjavik. It offers travelers breathtaking views and includes three Iceland's iconic attractions: Geysir geothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall and Thingvellir national park.
Thingvellir is both historically and geologically a important location. It was here that the first Icelandic parliament was founded in the late 900s. You can also view the visible division between the eurasian and the north american continental plates.
Strokkur is the little brother of the famous Geysir which not active anymore. Strokkur though is still very active blowing water up into the air every 7 to 10 minutes. At this stop can you also purchase food.
Gullfoss is a waterfall of the White River Hvítá. It has two steps of 11 and 21 meters and there are pulling more 100 m3 water through it at a second.
Kerið is a 6500 year old iconic volcanic crater with a depth of of 55 meters.
Our last stop will be at the Blue Lagoon.
We will leave from there at about 7 pm / 19:00 and drive back to Reykjavik.
Meeting and pickup information
- Outside Storm Hotel
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- BusTravel Iceland
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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