Private Golden Circle Day Tour with Instant Photo

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 8 more

We love Iceland. Guiding is not simply our job—it is our passion. We want to share that love with every guest and make each traveler feel genuinely valued and cared for. We give special attention to every group and conduct each tour with the highest attention to safety, comfort, and peace of mind. Our five-star reviews on Google Maps reflect the care and dedication we bring to every journey.

What's Included

Memorable gift from your GlaciGo experience
Hand warmers and personal comfort pack when needed
Rain covers and crampons when needed
Complimentary onboard Wi-Fi
All applicable taxes and parking fees
Protein bars or light snacks
Bottled water
Kerid Crater admission fee
Private hotel or Airbnb pickup and drop-off
English-speaking private driver-guide
insurance coverage
Icelandic non-alcoholic beverage
Premium SUV transportation (Toyota RAV4 or similar)
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Private pickup and drop-off are included from your hotel or Airbnb in Reykjavik, Kopavogur, Gardabaer, Hafnarfjordur, or Mosfellsbaer.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Pingvellir National Park

    Explore the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park with your private driver-guide. Walk through its dramatic rift landscape and learn how the Althing general assembly was established here around 930, making it one of Iceland’s most important historical sites.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Oxararfoss

    Visit Oxararfoss, a 12.5-meter waterfall that drops into Almannagja in Thingvellir National Park. Enjoy the dramatic surroundings and take time for memorable photos of the waterfall.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Bruarfoss Waterfall

    Take a short walk to Bruarfoss, known for its striking clear blue water. See the Bruara River narrow through a gorge before forming the waterfall, and enjoy time for photos in the beautiful natural surroundings.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Efstidalur II

    Visit Efstidalur II, a historic family-run dairy farm on the Golden Circle. Get a glimpse of Icelandic farm life, watch the cows through the viewing windows, and, if you wish, purchase homemade ice cream produced at the farm. Food and drinks are not included.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Geysir

    Explore the Geysir Geothermal Area, with its steaming vents, hot springs, and other geothermal features. Watch the active Strokkur geyser erupt approximately every ten minutes while your private guide explains the area’s geology and the story of the mostly inactive Great Geysir.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Gullfoss

    See the powerful Gullfoss waterfall as the glacial Hvita River drops 32 meters in two stages into a dramatic canyon. Visit the viewpoints, enjoy time for photos, and hear the story of one of the Golden Circle’s most famous natural landmarks.

    35 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Fridheimar

    Visit Fridheimar, a family-run farm where tomatoes are grown year-round in geothermal greenhouses. See the tomato plants surrounding the greenhouse restaurant and learn about Icelandic greenhouse farming. Guests may purchase food and drinks at their own expense.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Kerid Crater

    Visit Kerid, a volcanic crater with striking red slopes and a lake at its base. Walk along the crater rim for panoramic views and, when conditions allow, follow the path toward the lake. The entrance fee is included.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Hveragerdi

    Stop in Hveragerdi, a town built in an active geothermal area where columns of steam can often be seen rising among the homes and greenhouses. Learn how geothermal activity has shaped the town and take a short walk before returning to Reykjavik.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by GlaciGo

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

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

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