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Description
Experience Iceland’s most famous sightseeing route on a private Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik with a live guide in English, Spanish, German, or Italian. This day tour is ideal for solo explorers, couples, families, and small groups looking for an easy and scenic day trip that covers Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders.
With a flexible itinerary, you can spend extra time at a favorite waterfall, linger at the geyser, or take a longer lunch break. The tour is available in multiple languages, ensuring everyone can fully enjoy and understand the history, geology, and stories along the way.
Your 8-hour adventure begins when you meet your guide for a comfortable drive out of Reykjavik. Travel through open countryside with rolling fields and distant mountains, as you head toward Iceland’s Golden Circle attractions.
Your first stop is Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO-listed site where North American and Eurasian tectonic plates drift apart. Walk through Almannagja Gorge to the historic parliament site, and continue to Oxararfoss, a picturesque waterfall set within the rift valley.
Next, visit Efstidalur II, a family-run farm in the Golden Circle since the 1750s. Here, you can meet the farm animals, try homemade fresh ice cream, or simply enjoy views of the surrounding farmland.
Continue to the Geysir Geothermal Area, home to a legendary hot spring that inspired the term ‘geyser.’ While now mostly dormant, you can watch Strokkur every few minutes, shooting boiling water high into the sky. Walkways can be hot and slippery, so sturdy shoes are recommended.
Next is Gullfoss, a stunning two-tiered waterfall crashing into a deep canyon with impressive force. The waterfall was preserved as a nature reserve in 1979 after local environmentalist Sigríður Tómasdóttir fought to prevent it from being developed for hydroelectric power. Easy, short walking paths make this attraction ideal for families.
At Fridheimar Tomato Farm, you’ll step into a warm greenhouse where tomatoes grow year-round using geothermal heat. Learn about sustainable farming in Iceland, with the option to buy lunch made from fresh tomato dishes prepared right on-site.
Your final stop is Kerid, a vivid volcanic crater filled with bright blue water. Walk the rim for sweeping views or descend to the lake’s edge to appreciate its scale, color, and dramatic geological history.
Throughout the tour, you’ll have regular restroom and meal breaks, with opportunities to try authentic farm-to-table dishes. Your guide can adjust how much walking you do at each site, making the day comfortable for both kids and older travelers.
After exploring the Golden Circle, relax on a scenic drive to Reykjavik through volcanic landscapes, rolling farmlands, and ever-changing Icelandic scenery.
From roaring waterfalls to erupting geysers and ancient Viking meeting grounds, this private Golden Circle tour offers the perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure. Check availability now by choosing a date.
