About this experience
This tour is unique because it combines natural wonders with historical landmarks and local experiences. Visitors can witness the meeting of two tectonic plates, explore the world's oldest parliament, marvel at powerful waterfalls, and enjoy local delicacies.
Additionally, the tour includes a visit to an Icelandic greenhouse where renewable energy is used to grow vegetables, and a chance to see examples of local horses and farms. This combination of nature, history, and local culture offers a unique and immersive experience of Iceland.
At a glance
- Duration: 7 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 7 hr 30 min 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
- Bottled water
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Lunch
Itinerary and highlights
Þingvellir (Thingvellir) is a historic site and national park in Iceland, east of Reykjavík. It's known for the Alþing (Althing), the site of Iceland's parliament from the 10th to 18th centuries. On the site are the Þingvellir Church and the ruins of old stone shelters. The park sits in a rift valley caused by the separation of 2 tectonic plates, with rocky cliffs and fissures like the huge Almannagjá fault.
Haukadalur is the home of hot springs, fumaroles, mud pots, and geysers, including the famous Great Geysir and the active Strokkur. The area is noted for the vivid coloration of its surrounding hills, caused by elements deep in the earth being brought to the surface by the geothermal activity.
Gullfoss (translated to ‘Golden Falls’) is one of Iceland’s most iconic and beloved waterfalls, found in the Hvítá river canyon in Southwest Iceland.
Faxifoss is a beautiful waterfall on the Golden Circle route. It is also known as “Vatnsleysufoss“. It is not as big as Gullfoss but the nice thing is that you can get really close to the falls. The waterfall is about 10 feet high and is quite a straight wall of water for about 50 feet.
Country-style, family-run restaurant offering tomato-based dishes from onsite greenhouses.
Kerið is approximately three thousand years old, making it roughly half the age of most volcanic calderas found in Iceland. This is the major reason as to why Kerið’s slopes are red in colour, rather than a volcanic black; the iron deposits are, geologically speaking, fresh.
Meeting and pickup information
- We will pick you up in your lobby
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Reykjanes Tours Iceland
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour duration is travel time included
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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