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Go beyond the surface of West Iceland on a Silver Circle tour that includes a guided walk inside the Vidgelmir Lava Cave, the largest one in the country. This 10-hour small group experience suits curious travelers, families with older children, and first-time visitors who prefer a steady pace and clear guidance.
The Silver Circle is a scenic route in West Iceland that brings together waterfalls, lava fields, geothermal areas, and sites connected to Viking history. Traveling the Silver Circle in a small group keeps the day simple and relaxed. With round-trip transfers from Reykjavik and a knowledgeable guide, you can focus on the scenery and the stories behind each location.
The day begins with pickup in Reykjavik, followed by a comfortable ride toward West Iceland. As the journey begins, the scenery slowly opens into quiet countryside as the city fades away.
The drive continues through the Borgarfjordur Region, known for its strong ties to Viking history. Along the way, the guide points out key features in the landscape and shares clear stories about early settlers and how people once traveled through this area.
The first stop of your Silver Circle tour is Deildartunguhver, known as the most powerful hot spring in Europe. You can walk along the marked paths, see boiling water push up through lava rock, and feel the heat rising from the ground as steam fills the air.
Your West Iceland tour then leads to two very different waterfalls located close to each other. Hraunfossar Waterfall, often called the Lava Falls, flows out from beneath a lava field in many small streams, forming a long line of gentle cascades.
Just upstream is Barnafoss Waterfall, also known as the Children’s Falls. Here, fast-moving water rushes through a narrow canyon with force and sound. From the viewpoints, you can watch the water twist through the rock while the guide shares the local folklore that gave the waterfall its name.
After the waterfalls, the Silver Circle tour continues to the Husafell area, a historic site shaped by lava fields, natural springs, and low woodland. Birch trees, glacial streams, and wide open views define the landscape, making this a calm stop before heading underground.
The visit to the Vidgelmir Cave tour is the highlight of the day and offers the chance to walk inside the largest lava cave in Iceland. With safety equipment provided, you’ll follow walkways into an underground space filled with colorful lava walls and large open chambers.
Inside, the guide explains how the cave was formed and used in the past. Feel free to ask questions and take photos as you admire this geological marvel.
After leaving the cave, the ride back to Reykjavik passes through quiet countryside with wide open views. The day ends at a relaxed pace, with a better understanding of West Iceland’s nature and Viking history.
Join a Silver Circle tour in West Iceland featuring a guided walk inside the Vidgelmir Lava Cave, paired with waterfalls and insights into the region’s Viking history. Check availability now by choosing a date.
