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Follow the route on this small group Golden Circle tour with a stop at the Fridheimar Tomato Farm and see Iceland’s breathtaking highlights. This day trip from Reykjavik combines famous waterfalls, erupting geysers, historic landscapes, and local farm life for a comfortable full-day adventure.
With a morning pickup in Reykjavik and space for up to 19 guests, this 9-hour tour stays relaxed and unrushed. Your driver manages the route while you relax, watch the scenery shift, and learn about the region through engaging commentary.
Your Golden Circle tour begins as you leave the city behind, and your guide introduces Iceland’s most celebrated sightseeing route. They share insights into the country’s culture, geology, and daily life, helping you understand what makes each stop unique.
The Golden Circle is a famous sightseeing route in Iceland that connects three major destinations in a single loop from Reykjavik. It’s known for its smooth driving conditions, well-marked roads, and the ease of visiting three of Iceland’s most iconic attractions in one day.
Your first stop is Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and view the Almannagja Gorge. Follow an easy trail to Oxararfoss, a scenic waterfall framed by lava formations.
The tour continues to Efstidalur II, a family-run farm known for its warm atmosphere and mountain views. It’s a great place to stretch your legs, meet the animals, and try ice cream made on-site for a refreshing glimpse of rural Icelandic life.
The next highlight of your tour is the Geysir Geothermal Area in the Haukadalur Valley, famed for its steaming vents and colorful mineral pools. Here, you’ll witness Strokkur Geyser shooting boiling water up to 66 feet (20 meters) into the air. You’ll follow safe walking paths, learn about geothermal energy, and have time for photos.
Your journey leads you to Gullfoss, a powerful two-tiered waterfall once considered for a hydroelectric project. Sigríður Tómasdóttir's efforts to protect it helped spark Iceland’s early conservation movement.
Many Golden Circle tours end at Gullfoss, but this itinerary adds a relaxing break at Fridheimar, a geothermal greenhouse farm. Learn how tomatoes grow year-round using geothermal heat and enjoy the option to purchase a tomato-based meal for a memorable farm-to-table experience.
The final stop of the day is Kerid, a volcanic crater filled with bright blue water. Walk around the crater rim or take the short trail down to the lake to admire its red and orange slopes.
After exploring Kerid, relax on the drive back to Reykjavik while hearing final stories about the region. This small-group tour is suitable for travelers and kids as young as 4 years old, making it an accessible and family-friendly way to experience the Golden Circle. You’ll return to your original pickup point, ending a comfortable day filled with memories.
Experience Iceland’s classic sights on a small group Golden Circle tour with a stop at the Fridheimar Tomato Farm, combining famous landmarks with a memorable farm visit in one day. Check availability now by choosing a date.
