Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, and Fridheimar Minibus Tour

Capital Region of Iceland, Reykjavik



Embark on a guided tour of Iceland's iconic Golden Circle from Reykjavik. Witness breathtaking natural features, including the Kerið Volcano Crater, Thingvellir National Park, and Gullfoss waterfall.

Golden Circle Guided Tour from Reykjavik

This guided tour explores Iceland's Golden Circle, ideal for nature lovers seeking iconic landscapes near Reykjavik.

Highlights

  • Witness Iceland's most iconic natural features on the Golden Circle route
  • Explore the tectonic plate meeting point at Thingvellir National Park
  • View Gullfoss Falls, Iceland’s largest and most powerful waterfall
  • See the volcanic crater lake of Kerið, surrounded by red and black slopes
  • Visit Friðheimar Farm to taste local produce and meet Icelandic horses

Description

Travel the 300km Golden Circle loop on a guided minibus tour from central Reykjavik. Visit Thingvellir National Park to observe the North Atlantic divergent ridge and rugged landscapes shaped by tectonic activity.

Next, stop at Friðheimar Farm, a family-owned greenhouse growing tomatoes and cucumbers since 1995. Enjoy a chance to taste local tomatoes, meet and pet Icelandic horses, and watch a horse show demonstrating their gaits. Lunch is available for purchase at the farm’s greenhouse restaurant.

Continue to Gullfoss Falls to witness the powerful waterfall cascading into the Gullfossgjúfur canyon. Capture photos of this dramatic natural feature.

Finally, visit Kerið crater lake with its milky blue-green water and distinctive red and black volcanic slopes. Learn about the volcanic forces that created this serene volcanic crater.

This tour offers detailed commentary and immersive experiences on one of Iceland’s most famous sightseeing routes.

Includes

  • Bus fare
  • Guided tour
  • Admission to Kerið crater
  • Tomato tasting at Friðheimar Farm
  • Meeting Icelandic horses
  • Horse show at Friðheimar Farm demonstrating Icelandic horse gaits

Excludes

  • Lunch (available for purchase at Friðheimar Farm)

Important Information

  • Tables for lunch are reserved by the tour provider, but guests pay for their own meals

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance and dress for changing weather conditions. The best time to visit is during daylight hours for optimal views.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Falls, the volcanic crater lake Kerið, and Friðheimar Farm near Reykjavik.
The tour covers approximately 300 kilometers, completing a loop from Reykjavik around the Golden Circle route.
Yes, the tour stops at Friðheimar Farm where you can taste local produce and see Icelandic horses.
Thingvellir National Park, near Reykjavik, is where you can observe the meeting point of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.
Yes, the tour is ideal for nature lovers wanting to see iconic Icelandic landscapes close to Reykjavik.
The tour involves some walking at key sites but is generally suitable for all fitness levels.
The tour operates year-round; check the website for the current schedule and seasonal availability.
Transportation is provided by a comfortable minibus that picks up and drops off in Reykjavik.
Yes, children are welcome on the tour, but check for any age restrictions or special requirements on the booking site.

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