A Self-Guided Thingvellir National Park Walking Tour

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45 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Þingvellir National Park tells the story of Iceland’s formation, both as a land and as a nation. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll traverse the boundary between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates while discovering how this stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site became the birthplace of Icelandic democracy.

Starting at the Öxarárfoss P3 parking trailhead, you’ll stroll through the magnificent Almannagjá gorge, where tectonic plates are shifting apart at a rate of a few centimeters per year. I’ll explain how this constantly evolving rift is linked to the powerful forces that continue to shape Iceland’s unique terrain.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Öxarárfoss P3 Parking Trailhead

This tour starts at Öxarárfoss P3 Parking Trailhead. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point
Þingvallakirkja (Þingvellir church)

Itinerary

Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
  • 1
    Pingvellir National Park

    We'll walk through a fantastic part of the Thingvellir National Park.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Almannagja

    We'll walk through this great part of the National Park.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Oxararfoss (Pass by)

    We pass the waterfall, and it is a natural place to stop and admire the waterfall and the surroundings.

    Admission ticket free
  • Thingvallakirkja church (Pass by)

    The tour ends straight after the lovely church. The church is open some times, and then it is possible to take a look inside for free.

    Admission ticket free
  • Drekkingarhylur (Pass by)

    We pass the waterfall with a nice view, but also dramatic history.

    Admission ticket free
  • Logberg (Law Rock) (Pass by)

    The tour passes by the Law Rock.

    Admission ticket free
  • Thingvellir (Pass by)

    The tour ends at the Prime minister's summer residence. It is not possible to enter the buildings.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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