Golden Circle Loop
YEAR-ROUND TOUR: This 6-hour tour from Reykjavik explores some of the most popular attractions in all of Iceland. Discover Thingvellir National Park, visit the famous Geysir hot spring area, marvel at the thundering Gullfoss and Faxafoss waterfalls, spend time at the panoramic Kerid crater lake, and explore the geothermal town of Hveragerdi before returning to Reykjavik in the evening.
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Tour Overview
Duration
1 daysHotel Rating
N/AStarts
ReykjavikEnds
ReykjavikMinimum age
6 years oldMaximum age
No max ageArrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guideCountry
IcelandMeals included
None ProvidedPassengers
$230.00
$115.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 2 / Max 19
Trip Type
Day Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guideGroup Size
Min 2 / Max 19Tranportation
N/ALanguage
EnglishLanguage
EnglishRange
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Day ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - The Golden Circle
Setting off from Reykjavik, the first stop of this tour is Thingvellir National Park. Explore the beautiful scenery of one of the most incredible geological wonders of the world and view the rugged cliffs of the impressive valley that runs through the park. The next stop is the Geysir hot spring area. This famous hot spring inspired the English word 'geyser', though it is now inactive. You will see instead the nearby Strokkur geyser, which erupts every 4 to 10 minutes and shoots impressive volumes of water up to 40 metres skywards.
Next, we stop at Gullfoss waterfall. Feel the spray of the water as you watch the thundering water fall 32 meters into the valley below. Following this we visit the "little brother" of Gullfoss. Here we can marvel at the cascading water as it falls 23ft into the river below. Moving on to Kerid crater lake we gaze at the 3000-year-old crater with its blue waters that make it look like a giant eye, giving it the nickname “The Eye of the World.” The final stop of this tour is the geothermal town of Hveragerdi. Here we can explore and learn about this "earthquake town." It's then time to return to Reykjavik where our tour comes to an end.
Please note: Pick up for this tour is at 08:00. Information regarding your pick-up location in Reykjavik will be visible on your booking documentation.
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Extras and add-ons
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
Departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. Adult and child prices listed are per person for this excursion. There is no accommodation included with these day tours. Child price is for personas aged 6 - 15.
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