Tourism Golden Circle

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Golden Circle Classic Private Tour

About this experience

The Golden Circle Tour takes you on a journey through Iceland's breathtaking landscapes and its most iconic sites.

Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall, and Kerið Crater Lake.

You will start at Þingvellir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world's oldest parliament, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet.

The tour will also include a stop at Geysir, where you can witness the powerful geysers and hot springs.

Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland's most beautiful, will be another highlight of the tour. On the way back, you'll visit Kerið Crater Lake, formed by a volcanic eruption and characterized by its bright blue waters and surrounding red volcanic rocks.

The tour includes information about the natural and historical aspects of Iceland. Available all year long.

At a glance

  • Duration: 8 hr–10 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

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1 to 4 passengers
Pickup included
5 to 8 passengers
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour8 hr–10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Italian (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 8 hr–10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Fuel surcharge

Not included

  • Each guest have to buy its own food at the selected restaurant.
  • WiFi on board
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Your guide will come to pick you up at the Meeting Point - Bus Stop 1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall.

You can find all the informations about pick-up on your ticket.

If you desire to have pick up at your accommodation, please select “Custom pick-up” during the online reservation.

Your first stop on the Golden Circle will be Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to the world's oldest parliament and is also where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Here, you'll have the chance to explore the park's many hiking trails and take in the stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Time dedicated to visit this location is two hours; the remaining time is to reach it from meeting point.

Lunch option 1:
In Efstidalur you will get a unique and different experience. Right in the middle of the Golden Circle, you get a glance of the farm life in Iceland. This family farm has opened up for tourists and offers a variety of products straight from the farm, such as the famous ice cream, skyr and feta cheese. The restaurant also offers beef from the farm and other local food.

Time dedicated for lunch is one hour; the remaining time is to reach the restaurant from the previous location.

Lunch option 2:
Tomatoes are the theme of Friðheimar cuisine – and that’s not surprising, since three different varieties of tomato are cultivated in the greenhouses, where food is served among the tomato plants. A unique food experience.

Time dedicated for lunch is one hour; the remaining time is to reach the restaurant from the previous location.

At Geysir, you'll have the opportunity to witness the powerful geysers and hot springs that give the area its name. The most famous geyser, Strokkur, erupts every few minutes, shooting a column of steam and boiling water high into the air.

Time dedicated to visit this location is one hour; the remaining time is to reach it from the restaurant.

Gullfoss: one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls. As the water plunges into a deep canyon, it creates a dazzling display of mist and spray that is truly awe-inspiring.

Time dedicated to visit this location is one hour; the remaining time is to reach it from the previous location.

Kerið Crater Lake. It was formed approximately 3,000 years ago by a volcanic eruption that created a circular depression in the earth where you can enjoy its stunning bright blue waters and the surrounding red volcanic rocks.

Time dedicated to visit this location is 45 minutes; the remaining time is to reach it from the previous location.

After the amazing experience visiting the Golden Circle, it’s time to drive back to Reykjavík.

Meeting and pickup information

  • The meeting point is at Bus Stop 1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall You’ll meet your guide at the City Hall Bus Stop. Ready to go!
  • Please be sure to specify where you desire your pick-up.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Iceland Adventures

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 8 hr–10 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please be sure to specify where you desire your pick-up.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Italian (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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