From Reykjavik: Private Golden Circle Day Tour by Jeep
Capital Region of Iceland, Reykjavik
Visit some of Iceland's most popular and beautiful locations. See canyons created by tectonic plates in Thingvellir National Park, experience the eruption of the Strokkur geyser, and be amazed by the spectacular Golden Waterfall.
Golden Circle Private Jeep Tour from Reykjavik
This private jeep tour explores Iceland’s Golden Circle, ideal for visitors interested in nature, history, and Icelandic culture.
Description
After pickup from your accommodation in Reykjavik, drive to Thingvellir National Park to see the drifting North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and enjoy views of Thingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest natural lake.
Next, visit Laugarvatn Lake and stop at an organic farm restaurant to try local food and homemade ice cream. Then head to Strokkur geyser, which erupts every 10 minutes, sending a water column 20 to 30 meters high.
Stop at Gullfoss, the Golden Waterfall, where you can walk around the canyon on the Hvita River and take photos. Afterward, explore the Secret Lagoon, a manmade hot spring pool dating back to 1891, with the option to walk around or take a dip.
On the return to Reykjavik, visit Kerið volcanic crater. Along the route, see local sights including sheep corrals, Icelandic horses, red pumice hills, and a mine. The tour ends with drop-off at your accommodation.
Highlights
- Ride through Icelandic landscapes in a jeep
- Visit the site of the world’s first parliament at Thingvellir
- See Gullfoss, the Golden Waterfall
- Watch Strokkur geyser erupt
- Explore or bathe at the Secret Lagoon hot springs
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik accommodation
- Entrance fees (excluding the Secret Lagoon)
- Free WiFi
Excludes
- Meals
- Optional entrance fee to the Secret Lagoon
Important Information
- Winter tours may be altered due to weather and road conditions
- Limited daylight in winter means some driving occurs in the dark
- Sites may be visited at dusk or darkness from November to February
- Summer tours include scenic Nesjavellir route
- Full refund or date change offered if the tour is cancelled
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance and bring warm clothing and waterproof layers. The best time to visit is from late spring to early autumn for longer daylight and accessible roads.
