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Chasing Waterfalls and More: A Day of Icelandic Wonders
Explore Iceland’s south and west on a small-group tour filled with waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and geothermal sights. Visit the colorful Kerio crater, the powerful and uncrowded Urrioafoss, and the famous duo Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss. Enjoy a cozy stop in Hvolsvollur before continuing into the Golden Circle to see Faxafoss, the roaring Gullfoss, and the erupting Strokkur geyser. Finish at historic Thingvellir National Park, where tectonic plates meet. A full day of unforgettable scenery, stories, and photo stops with a friendly local guide.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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43W5+F7 Reykjavík
http://www.busstop.is/
Itinerary
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1Hveragerdi
WC stop
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Kerid Crater
Our first main stop is the striking Kerið volcanic crater, with its vivid red slopes and sapphire-blue lake. A short and easy walk lets you take in the dramatic shape of this volcanic landmark from above.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Urridafoss Waterfall
Next, we head to Urriðafoss, one of Iceland’s most powerful yet completely underrated waterfalls. You won’t find crowds here, just raw glacial water and pure Icelandic nature.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Seljalandsfoss
From there, we continue to the iconic Seljalandsfoss, the waterfall you can actually walk behind (if you don’t mind a light mist!). Just a short drive away is Skógafoss, a massive 60-meter waterfall that creates beautiful rainbows on sunny days.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Skogafoss
Skógafoss, a massive 60-meter waterfall that creates beautiful rainbows on sunny days.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Hvolsvollur
We stop in Hvolsvöllur at a cozy N1 station, where you can grab more snacks, coffee, or try the famous Icelandic hot dog, without waiting in the long Reykjavík lines
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Back on the road, we continue into the legendary Golden Circle and visit the peaceful Faxafoss, a wide waterfall set in tranquil countryside surroundings.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
8Gullfoss
Nicknamed the “Golden Falls,” this majestic double-drop waterfall slices through the Hvítá canyon. Stand at the top, or walk the path down for a real rush of mist.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9Geysir
While the original Geysir now rests, Strokkur takes the stage — sending boiling water skyward every few minutes. You’ll hear the crowd gasp before you see it burst.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
10Pingvellir National Park
Walk between continents and into history. Þingvellir is a UNESCO site, where you’ll learn about Iceland’s birth as a nation while standing in a rift valley created by tectonic movement. It's as powerful as it is beautiful.
1 hour • 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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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