About this experience
FLEXIBLE PICKUP TIME AND FLEXIBLE PICKUP & DROP-OFF LOCATIONS AVAILABLE.
Laugaras Lagoon is optional and can be added to this package by contacting us.
It will be charged separately.
Explore Iceland's iconic Golden Circle on a comfortable private tour, with pickup directly from your hotel. Your personal guide will take you through Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and the Geysir Geothermal Area. The itinerary is flexible, so you can spend more time at the places that matter most to you.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr–10 hr
- Private experience
Plan your 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
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
- Private transportation
- Break for food/meal
- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pick & Drop Off from Reykjavik city
- All Fees and Taxes
Not included
- Tip or Gratuity
- Meals
Itinerary and highlights
Thingvellir National Park is a must-see attraction & recognized as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It is located on the Golden Circle route . The park is situated in a rift valley where the Eurasian & North American tectonic plates meet, making it one of the only places in the world where you can see two continents drifting apart. It is also the site where Iceland's parliament, Althing, was founded in 930 AD, making it one of the oldest functioning parliaments in the world. You will reach to park to after a comfortable drive of 1 hour.
Geysir Geothermal Area is a must-visit attraction known for its bubbling hot springs & spouting geysers. Leaving out Thingvellier National Park , it will drive of almost 45 mins The Strokkur Geysir is the most active geyser in the area, erupting every few minutes & reaching heights of up to 30 meters.
What makes Strokkur Geysir unique is its predictability, as it erupts regularly and consistently. Visitors can anticipate the eruption by observing the pre-eruption bubbling & steam rising from the pool. The geyser's explosive display is a thrilling sight to witness and capture on camera.
Aside from watching Strokkur Geysir erupt, visitors can explore the geothermal area & observe the various hot springs and steam vents. The surrounding landscape is otherworldly, with colorful mineral deposits and bubbling mud pools.
There are also facilities in the area, including a visitor center, restaurants.
Golden Falls It is a two-tiered waterfall that drops approximately 32 meters into a rugged canyon below. The waterfall is fed by Iceland's second largest glacier, the Langjökull, & its water is a stunning turquoise color due to the suspended sediment in the glacial meltwater.
One of the unique features of Gullfoss is that it appears to disappear into the earth as it cascades down the two tiers. This illusion is created by the shape of the canyon & the mist that rises from the waterfall. The sound of the water crashing into the canyon is deafening & the mist that rises from the falls creates a beautiful rainbow on sunny days. It is 10 minute drive from Geysir Geothermal Area
there are several things to do and see in the surrounding area. For example, visitors can take a hike along the nearby trails that offer stunning views of the waterfall & the surrounding countryside. There is also a visitor center that provides information about the history & geology of the area.
Meeting and pickup information
- If your hotel is not listed here, please let us know where you are staying so that we can arrange a pick up! Mercedes V-Class is also available on demand for an additional price. We will contact you one day before the travel date to inform you about the pick-up information. Our guide will be waiting holding a sign with your name. Or our guide will call your name.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Iceland Paradise Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- 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?
What are the pickup arrangements?
Mercedes V-Class is also available on demand for an additional price.
We will contact you one day before the travel date to inform you about the pick-up information. Our guide will be waiting holding a sign with your name. Or our guide will call your name.
Which guide languages are listed?
What ticket format is listed?
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
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