Iceland Classic Golden Circle Day Tour (Round Trip from Reykjavík · 18-Person English Minibus Tour)

Itinerary details

Depart from Reykjavík to visit three major attractions along Iceland’s Golden Circle: Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss. We’ll also make special stops to explore the charming geothermal town of Hveragerði and the vibrant Kerið crater! At the end of an adventurous day filled with unique scenery, we’ll drop you off back in Reykjavík. 【Hveragerði Town】(Hveragerði) After about a 40-minute drive, we’ll stop in the charming town of Hveragerði, known for its geothermal activity. Steam rises from the surrounding hills, creating a unique landscape. Thanks to the natural warmth, local residents can grow a variety of plants easily and affordably. Hot water runs beneath the town, so many residents can even enjoy a hot spring in their own backyards. Geothermal energy keeps greenhouse plants flourishing year-round, making Hveragerði one of the few places at such a high latitude where bananas are grown! We’ll pause here to enjoy some tasty treats from a local bakery before continuing our journey. 【Kerið Volcanic Crater】(Kerid volcano crater) Also known as the “Eye of the World,” this is a breathtaking volcanic crater. It formed after a volcanic eruption more than 6,500 years ago. The eruption caused the volcano to collapse, leaving behind a beautiful blue lake. The bright turquoise water contrasts with the red volcanic rock, making this a must-see attraction. The crater is about 886 feet (270 meters) wide, with steep walls reaching 180 feet (55 meters) high. From the crater’s rim, you can enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding landscape and distant mountains. You can also take a 20-minute walk around the lake and capture beautiful photos. 【Gullfoss】 Meltwater from Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier, plunges into a canyon to form the majestic “Golden Falls.” On a sunny day, you can see Langjökull in the distance and admire a rainbow in the waterfall’s mist! 【Geysir Geothermal Area】 The Geysir geothermal area is home to hundreds of colorful hot springs and two geysers. One is called “Geysir,” the source of the English word “geyser,” but it no longer erupts. The other, Strokkur, erupts every 4 to 10 minutes, reaching heights of up to 40 meters. Each eruption lasts about 1–2 minutes before gradually subsiding. This cycle repeats over and over, creating a magnificent spectacle. 【Þingvellir National Park】 Þingvellir National Park is an important place to enjoy natural scenery and explore history. The park lies in the rift between the North American and Eurasian plates, and is also a significant testament to Iceland’s national history. Icelanders established their parliament here in 930 AD and held their annual meeting here each summer. The word “Þingvellir” itself means “parliament plains.” After exploring, we’ll drive for 40 minutes back to Reykjavík, where the tour ends. *The tour lasts approximately 8 hours. No guide information is provided for this route. Please refer to your confirmation for the pickup location.

Important notes

Please note: 1. Hotel pickup and drop-off for this product is available only at hotels in central Reykjavík. If you’d like to be picked up from your hotel, please include your hotel details when booking or contact customer service to check whether it is within the pickup area. If your hotel is outside the pickup area, we’ll arrange a nearby pickup point for you. Thank you for your understanding. 2. This tour is highly weather-dependent. As your travel date approaches, please keep your phone on or make sure you can be reached by email. Iceland’s unique location gives it spectacular and unusual scenery, and its weather can change quickly. For your safety, our experienced, knowledgeable guides will adjust the itinerary according to actual weather conditions. In severe weather, certain attractions may be canceled if necessary to ensure guests’ safety. Thank you for your understanding. Note: All times shown on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to circumstances beyond our control, such as weather, traffic congestion, traffic accidents, festivals or sporting events, civil unrest, or strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If you have onward travel plans involving other transportation to another city, we strongly recommend allowing at least 3 hours of extra time to avoid inconvenience caused by delays. Our company accepts no responsibility for losses arising from travel arrangements you make yourself without allowing sufficient extra time. Thank you for your understanding.

Meals

Breakfast: at your own expense Lunch: at your own expense Dinner: at your own expense

Accommodation

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Attraction details

Site of Iceland’s ancient parliament (open-air assembly)

Site of Iceland’s ancient parliament (open-air assembly)

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Located about 40 km east of Reykjavík, this is one of the world’s oldest democratic parliamentary sites, established in 930 AD. It is also a landmark wonder at the boundary between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, and is listed as a World Heritage Site.

Geyser

Geyser

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The Geysir hot spring is located in the Haukadalur Valley, near Iceland’s capital, Reykjavík. The entire area is a geothermal field with around 50 geysers. Geysir is particularly prominent: its eruptions reach higher than those of any other spring or geyser in Iceland, making it one of the world’s most famous geysers. Strokkur is also located here, about 50 meters (160 feet) to the south. Geysir was the first geyser recorded in history and the first discovered by Europeans. The English word “geyser” comes from this place name. Geysir can shoot boiling water up to 70 meters (230 feet) into the air, although its eruptions can sometimes become infrequent. Records show that it has stopped erupting altogether for as long as a year.

Gullfoss Waterfall

Gullfoss Waterfall

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This is Iceland’s second-largest waterfall. It was given the name “Golden” not only because the river water has a slight yellow tint, but also because at dusk the setting sun bathes the entire waterfall in gold, creating a precious, golden spectacle.