Breathtaking 6-Hour Golden Circle Shore Excursion From the Reykjavik Port

Discover Iceland's top natural attractions on this six-hour shore excursion, tailor-made for cruise ship passengers. Travelers seeking an unbeatable sightseeing tour with pick-up and drop-off at the Reykjavik port should book this tour now.

Your exciting trip begins with a pick-up from Reykjavik's cruise port, timed with your ship's arrival. An experienced guide will greet you, and you'll board a comfortable bus with the other tour participants.

Then, it's time to explore the incredible sights of the Golden Circle. If you only do one tour in Iceland, then this should be it! The Golden Circle is the country's most renowned sightseeing route, boasting three magnificent and diverse attractions accessible easily from the capital. 

The tour's first stop is Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This beautiful destination has rugged landscapes and gorgeous natural features. It's famous for a few reasons.

Firstly, Thingvellir is the original site of Althingi, the Icelandic parliament. Formed in 930 AD, it's the oldest parliament that still exists today. For many years, Thingvellir was the place for the annual parliament meeting.

The park is also known for its geological significance. At Thingvellir, the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are forced apart a little more each year. As a result, you can walk in the rift valley between the continents, a fascinating phenomenon.

After marveling at Thingvellir's history and geology, you'll board the coach and head to the nearby Geysir geothermal area. Home to steaming fumaroles, boiling mud pits, and majestic geysers, Geysir is sure to impress.

This geothermal area gets its name from the Great Geysir, a geyser that gave all others their name! It's currently inactive, but the Strokkur geyser guarantees a memorable show. It sends hot water into the air every 5-10 minutes, so ensure your camera is ready to capture the spectacle.

The third and final Golden Circle attraction is the Gullfoss waterfall, which many say is the country's most spectacular cascade. It tumbles through a bend in the Hvita river, creating a mighty spray. 

You might even see a rainbow at Gullfoss on a sunny day, adding to its glory. Well-maintained paths ensure you can view the waterfall safely from various angles.

This tour offers a bonus stop that many Golden Circle travelers miss. After visiting the three main attractions, your driver will take you to the Kerid crater, a stunning natural wonder.

Kerid is a volcanic crater with a picture-perfect turquoise-colored lake inside. You can walk up to the top of the crater and down to the lake. Enjoy the phenomenal scenery of the crater's red-brown sides contrasting against the vibrant water, an unforgettable sight.

After a brilliant day exploring bucket-list-worthy sites, your driver will take you back to Reykjavik port in plenty of time before your ship departs.

Don't miss the chance to book this six-hour guided Golden Circle tour designed for cruise ship passengers. Check availability now by choosing a date.