Golden Circle Tour

A full-day trip to the Golden Circle is the best way to experience the three popular tourist sights comprising Thingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss Waterfall. Iceland’s Golden Circle is the most sought-after tourist attraction, as it covers the major sightseeing locations offering magnificent Icelandic scenery with views of volcanoes, glaciers, hot springs, and more.

Make your Golden Circle day tour exciting with a tour of the Kerid Volcanic crater. Begin your journey with a quick drive to the Golden Circle from Reykjavik and marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Site at the Thingvellir National Park. Head over to the Geysir geothermal area and see the active Strokkur geyser shooting water from the ground and be prepared to be awestruck by the beauty of the Gullfoss Waterfall. After completing the Golden circle tour, catch a glimpse of the iconic 55-meter deep Kerid volcanic crater.

Want to hit all the major spots in Iceland in a day? Add Kerid Volcanic Crater and Blue Lagoon to your Golden Circle day tour itinerary. You need a maximum of three hours to cover the primary locations of the Golden Circle tour and then you can head over to the Kerid Volcanic Crater to witness the vivid landscape and the milky-blue lake. The best way to conclude your day trip is to visit the Blue Lagoon where you can take a relaxing bath in the warm geothermal pool.

For those traveling with a small group of friends or family, the best way to enjoy the iconic Iceland attractions is with a small-group day tour. Relish an intimate guided tour of the famous Golden Circle which consists of Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and Geysir geothermal site. Take a dip in the oldest swimming pool in Iceland at the Secret Lagoon where you can let go of all the stress and let the healing water work its magic.

An afternoon visit to the Golden Circle from Reykjavik will start with visiting the first national park of Iceland- Thingvellir National Park. You will learn about the geological and historical importance of the national park and move toward the geothermal area of Geysir. The 40-meter-high sprouts of water from the Strokkur geyser are sure to leave you in awe and you can capture this natural phenomenon on your cameras. Before heading back, catch a breathtaking site of the Gullfoss Waterfall, which has the largest waterfall volume in Europe.

Fulfill your wishes of snowmobiling in Iceland with a day trip to the Golden Circle and Langjokull glacier. Gear up for an exciting day as you start your tour of the Golden Circle covering the three main tourist attractions. After you’ve completed your tour of the Golden Circle, head over to Langjokull glacier for a fun-filled snowmobile ride. No prior experience in snowmobiling is required to ride a snowmobile, so put on your safety kits and glide away.

Explore Iceland’s most famous natural wonders with a quick tour of the Golden Circle from Reykjavik. Spend your day gaping at some of the most wonderful sights in Iceland as you make your way to the Golden Circle where you’ll see the boundless magnificence of Thingvellir National Park. Keep moving towards the Great Geysir where you will be welcomed with a jaw-dropping view of hot springs and an active geyser. Catch a mesmerizing sunset at the Gullfoss Waterfall as you look over the milky canyon of water flowing from the Hvita River.

Add an adventurous twist to your sightseeing day trip with a snowmobile experience. Begin your trip from Reykjavik towards the Golden Circle where you will cover all the major highlights of the land of fire and ice. Starting from Thingvellir National Park, moving towards the Geysir geothermal site, and taking a break for a thrilling ride on the snowmobile on the Langjokull glacier. After a fun-filled ride on the glacier, take a peaceful walk around the Gullfoss Waterfall and watch the water from the Hvita River make its way with a 32-meter deep drop.

Combine your Golden Circle tour with a snorkel dive in one of the top dive sites in the world at the Silfra. Take a guided tour of the Golden Circle and learn how the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are shifting at the Thingvellir Park, see the many hot springs at the geothermal area of Geysir, and watch the majestic falls at the Gullfoss Waterfall. Head over to Silfra for a divine snorkel experience in the clean glacial water that you will cherish for life.