Golden Circle superior day tour from Reykjavik
Overview
Be amazed by gushing geysers, powerful waterfalls, and historical sites. Visit a World UNESCO Heritage site where the tectonic plates meet and explore the best Iceland has to offer.
Highlights
- Visit the must-see places of the Golden Circle
- Explore the geothermal town of Hveragerði with its steaming hot springs and greenhouses
- Feel the peace and tranquility
- Enjoy the extra stops at Hveragerði geothermal town with its hot springs, Faxi Waterfall, and more
With a complete sightseeing tour around the Golden Circle, you'll not only visit the UNESCO heritage site at Thingvellir National Park but have extra stops at Hveragerði geothermal town with its hot springs, Faxi Waterfall, and more.
Your first stop of the day after your pick-up in Reykjavík is the UNESCO heritage site at Thingvellir National Park. Learn about its history with curious historic facts and how it's the place where two tectonic plates of Eurasia and North America drift apart.
Next, you'll enjoy one of the highlights of the Golden Circle, the Geysir hot spring, where you can expect to see Strokkur geyser erupt every 10 minutes or so. After exploring the geothermal fields, you'll continue to Gullfoss Waterfall located in the Hvítá river. Plus, explore the geothermal town of Hveragerði with its steaming hot springs and greenhouses. Uncover why it's also known as “the earthquake town”. Marvel at Faxi Waterfall (often called the little brother of Gullfoss) and feel the peace and tranquility.
What's included
- Pick-up and drop-off
- A guided tour of the Golden Circle
- Free WiFi on the bus
- Food and drinks
Meeting & pickup
Hotel / designated pickup available
- • . To Be Announced
- • Alva Hotel (22 Hill Hótel) – Brautarholt 22-24
- • Arctic Comfort Hótel - Síðumúli 21
- • BSÍ Bus Terminal (By the taxi stand)
- • Bus Hostel - Skógarhlíð 10
- • Bus Stop #1 - In front of the City hall
- • Bus Stop #12 - Höfðatorg
- • Bus Stop #16 - Fellsmúli / Oddsson Hotel
Additional info
- You may be asked to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk
- The minimum age for participation is 6 years
- It is recommended to wear warm outdoor clothing, waterproof jacket and trousers, headwear, gloves and hiking shoes
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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