Reykjavík: Golden Circle, 2 Geysers & Geothermal Bakery Tour
Bláskógabyggð, Reykjavik
Explore Iceland's Golden Circle, visiting Gullfoss Waterfall, Þingvellir National Park, and Kerið Crater on a guided tour. Witness two different geysers and taste some bread from a geothermal bakery.
Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavík
This small group tour explores Iceland's Golden Circle highlights, suited for nature lovers and history enthusiasts visiting from Reykjavík.
Highlights
- See the famous Golden Circle sites including Gullfoss waterfall and Kerið volcanic crater
- Discover Þingvellir National Park, site of the old Icelandic parliament
- Admire Iceland's newest geyser (since 2016) and try traditional geothermal bread
- Optional visit to a modern geothermal spa located in the fjord
Description
After pickup in Reykjavík, the tour begins with a visit to Hveragerði’s geothermal springs. Here you can watch the Eilífur Geyser erupt every 15 to 20 minutes and walk among bubbling hot springs. Sample hverabrauð, sweet bread baked using geothermal heat in an on-site bakery.
Next, the route continues to the Kerið crater, a volcanic crater 55 meters deep and 270 meters wide. Then you will visit Gullfoss waterfall, a double-drop cascade over 30 meters high where remote farms and Icelandic horses may be seen along the way.
The tour proceeds to Haukadalur valley, home to the famous geysers Geysir and Strokkur. While Geysir is dormant, Strokkur erupts every few minutes, reaching heights of up to 30 meters.
The final stop is Þingvellir National Park, known for its geological rift between the Eurasian and American plates and historical importance as the location of the world’s oldest parliament, established in 930 AD.
For added relaxation, there is an optional visit to Hvammsvík Spa in Hvalfjörður fjord. This geothermal spa offers pools with varying temperatures and views of mountains and sea.
The tour operates with a maximum of 19 guests per bus, equipped with free WiFi and USB chargers for comfort and convenience throughout the day.
Includes
- Round-trip transportation by bus
- Free WiFi and USB chargers at every seat
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guided tour
- Visit to Kerið volcanic crater
- Entry to the geothermal park with tasting of geothermal bread
Excludes
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- Bring swimwear if choosing the optional spa visit
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance and bring layered clothing and sturdy shoes. The best time to visit is between late spring and early autumn for milder weather.
