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Golden Circle Full Day Tour

Starting From From $130.37 per person Current Project Expedition rate
8 Hours 4.43 / 5 9 reviews Easy activity level Small Group Single Day Tour Operated by Arctic Adventures
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The Experience

What your day looks like

Embark on an unforgettable day trip through Iceland’s legendary Golden Circle! Experience the magic of Thingvellir, the awe-inspiring Geysir, and the majestic Gullfoss waterfall. Our tour includes convenient pickup and drop-off from authorized points in Reykjavik, ensuring a hassle-free adventure. Traveling in a small group directly from Reykjavik guarantees a personal and immersive experience. We’ll stop in the geothermal town of Hveragerði, marvel at the natural wonders of Thingvellir National Park, witness the powerful eruptions at the Geysir hot spring area, and stand in awe at Gullfoss waterfall. Plus, visit the stunning volcanic crater Kerið. Join us to see Iceland’s most iconic landmarks and create memories that will last a lifetime!

At a Glance

The experience, in brief

  • Small Group Experience
  • The Golden Circle Sightseeing
  • Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)
  • Geysir Hot Spring Area
  • Gullfoss Waterfall
  • Hveragerði geothermal town
  • Kerid Crater
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Bláskógabyggð

Sightseeing at Thingvellir National Park.

Continued

Reykjavik

Sightseeing at Strokkur.

Continued

Reykjavik

Sightseeing at Gullfoss Waterfall.

Continued

Reykjavik

Sightseeing at Kerið.

Before You Go

What to know before booking

Included

Transfer to/from Reykjavik A guided tour of the Golden Circle A certified guide Free WiFi on the Bus Stop at Hveragerði

Not Included

Meals

What to Bring

Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing, headwear, gloves and sturdy shoes

Restrictions

Warm clothes and good shoes. Lunch is not included.

Meeting & Pickup

Your Golden Circle small-group sightseeing tour starts with pick up from your selected location in Reykjavik at at your tour's departure time. Please note that the pick-up can take up to 30 min. Authorized pick up locations: Please Note Fosshotel Lind is temporarily unavailable. The closest pick-up location is Bus pick-up/drop-off nr.9 – Snorrabraut. Special Tours pick up/drop off is closed due to construction in the area. The closest pick-up is at bus stop #4. ARCTIC ADVENTURES PICK-UP LIST 22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24 Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19 BSÍ Bus Terminal – Vatnsmýrarvegi 10 Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10 Bus pick up/drop off nr.1 – City Hall, Vonarstræti Bus pick up/drop off nr.3 – Lækjargata (outside Hard Rock Café) (closed) Bus pick up/drop off nr.4 – Miðbakki Bus pick up/drop off nr.5 – Harpa Music Hall (closed) Bus pick up/drop off nr.6 – Safnahúsið (The Culture House) Bus pick up/drop off nr.8 – Hallgrímskirkja Church Bus pick up/drop off nr.9 – Snorrabraut Bus pick up/drop off nr.12 – Höfðatorg Bus pick up/drop off nr.13 – Rauðarárstígur (closed) Bus pick up/drop off nr.14 – Skúlagata (closed) Bus pick up/drop off nr.15 – Vesturbugt Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32 Eyja Guldsmen Hotel – Brautarholt 10 Fosshótel Lind – Rauðarárstígur 18 (closed) Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 28 Grayline – Main bus terminal - Klettagarðar 4 Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2 Hótel Ísland – Ármúla 9 Hotel Ørkin – Brautarholti 29 Reykjavík Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels – Nauthólsvegur 52, 101 Reykjavík Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14 N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði Dalur Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34 Kex Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34 (closed) Reykjavík Lights Hotel – Suðurlandsbraut 12 Skarfabakki – Cruise Ship, Reykjavik Harbor, 105 Reykjavik

Planning Notes

Minimum age: 6 Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Automatic

Traveler Impressions

What travelers are saying

2025-08-03 / 5

Very pricey. Guide and bus driver talked to each other more than to us. Guide discussed useless information. Would not recommend this excursion

2025-07-24 5.00 / 5

Great tour

2025-07-04 5.00 / 5

Excellent experience, the weather was a little cold and rainy but overall a wonderful trip.

2025-06-24 5.00 / 5

We are very happy with the tour. Guide was great and worth the mkbey

2024-11-03 5.00 / 5

A great way to experience the Golden Circle under the expertise of a wonderful guide.

2024-08-14 5.00 / 5

Excellent tour

2024-08-14 5.00 / 5

Great trip with a very funny knowledgeable guide

2023-01-24 5.00 / 5

Very good but a few hours shorter than expected

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