3-Day Golden Circle and South Coast of Iceland: Lava Fields, Hot Springs, and Unique Blue Ice Cave
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Embark on a 3-day adventure through Iceland's Golden Circle and South Coast. Explore lava fields, hot springs, volcanoes, and magical waterfalls, and discover the unique Blue Ice cave.
Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Thingvellir National Park - Your first day starts by driving from Reykjavik to the historic site of Þingvellir National Park. This was the venue for the Icelandic parliament from 930 till 1798 and is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, both for it´s rich history and amazing nature.   This is also where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet which creates an amazing feeling having one foot in each world.   

Geysir - Known throughout the world for it´s power and beauty, Geysir has become a synonym for this amazing show of nature.  Strokkur, another hot spring, sits nearby and is very active, erupting to heights up to 30 meters every few minutes. Follow one of many paths and enjoy steaming springs bubbling all around you. In the Geysir Area you will also have time to buy lunch or some snacks.

Gullfoss Waterfall - Next on the agenda is the waterfall Gullfoss - the Golden Waterfall.  One of the most popular attractions is Iceland, Gullfoss will amaze you with it´s raw power and beauty, plummeting down 32 meters into a rugged canyon.

Kerid Crater - These three attractions complete the classic Golden Circle - but to add even more to your experience - we also stop at the spectacular Kerid Volcanic Crater. This 3000 year old crater is 55 meters deep and offers a unique view of the beauty of the Icelandic nature. 

Hveragerdi - Hveragerði is packed with famous greenhouses powered by green energy, horse farms and even a Geothermal Park where you can try bread baked in the ground, boil yourself eggs in a hot spring or simply relax in the mud foot SPA.

At your hotel you will also find hot tubs filled with natural, local geothermal waters. Make sure to bring your swimwear with and enjoy a relaxing dip in warm waters full of minerals. Entrance fee is included.

What's Included
  • Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik
  • Necessary safety equipment for the Ice Cave
  • Accommodation for 2 nights in private rooms with ensuite bathroom
  • Breakfast included
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance to geothermal hot tubs (Night 1)
  • Minibus transfer with complimentary Wi-Fi
What's Not Included
  • Lunch and Dinner (available for purchase)
  • Swimwear
Additional Information

Embark on a three-day tour of the Golden Circle and Iceland’s south coast to explore the naturally stunning Blue Ice cave, glaciers, lava fields, thermal springs, volcanoes, powerful rivers and enchanting waterfalls. Your adventure begins with a morning pickup in Reykjavik on a minibus complete with Wi-Fi. Over the next three days, you’ll marvel at the many natural marvels Iceland’s Southern Coast has to offer, accompanied by an English-speaking guide. The price of the trip includes breakfast.

  • Bring warm, wind & waterproof clothes and a camera
  • Good hiking shoes are necessary for the Ice Cave. If you do not have appropriate footwear, rentals are available
  • Only small carry on luggage such as backpacks are possible. Please check with your hotel if they can store your luggage during the tour. Otherwise you can use luggage lockers that are located in the center of Reykjavík.
  • Ice Caving tour may be cancelled due to weather and/or safety reasons. If cancelled, other activities may be offered as alternative and you will receive a refund of the price difference.
  • The order of activities and sightseeing on the itinerary is subject to change.
  • Minimum age is 8 years
  • Reykjavik City has issued a regulation preventing buses from driving in certain areas in the City center. This means that all tour companies are only allowed to stop at certain designated bus stop locations in the centre of Reykjavík to pick up the guests from hotels or other accommodations in this restricted area. Customer will be contacted directly after booking if they list an address/hotel within the restricted area and direct them to the nearest bus stop.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Guide04771299777
Apr 15, 2024
Excellent trip in Iceland - The scenery along the way is very beautiful, the guide is also very warm and humorous, and will give you time to take good photos, in short, very recommended!
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Yutiand2024
Apr 15, 2024
Love of my life - This tour is so amazing, especially the tour guide, who has made our journey unforgettable and enjoyable! Even though we didn’t see the aurora by eyes, which is a pity, I would still give this tour a 10 out of 10! Not only the view is touchable and breathtaking, but also how the people in Iceland show kindness and passion. Our guide took us to many extra spots, which is kind, and gave us more time enjoying the view than usual, which is generous. I hope one day I could come to Iceland again!
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Climber19635036444
Feb 28, 2024
An unforgettable journey - The tour guide Walter is very erudite and responsible, and the whole journey is very pleasant. Iceland is a beautiful country with charming scenery and history.
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_d3177yp
Feb 28, 2024
My dreaming tour - Awesome! The scenery here is spectacular and our driver and guide Walter is very nice! With his introduction of the landmark and its history we can get fully appreciation
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355xinyuz
Feb 28, 2024
To my first solo trip - It’s really a wonderful trip, really thank you to the Best guide Walter!!!!! He is so patient and kind, bring happiness to us. The most important thing is that he will tell us about the history of Iceland and interesting stories on the road, which better helps me visit Iceland. The hotel is great. The scenery is really stunning and I will recommend it to my friends in the future.
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Adamsfamilymk
Feb 21, 2024
Amazing trip with family, saw so much! Travelled with children who loved it too (ages 9 & 11) - We have just finished the most fabulous tour with Nice Travel - David was an fantastic guide and great driver - we saw everything on the 3 day tour itinerary and even extra stops! David worked the tour around the weather and we stopped a couple of places twice so we could get a different view when the weather improved. The hotels we stayed in were lovely too, it was all so well organised and we got to see so much! The weather changed so often but we were very lucky! For us the Ice Cave was a highlight along with the Glacier Lagoon and waterfalls. I would wholeheartedly recommend a trip with Nice Travel and would book with them again if we return to Iceland one day.
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Steffen_p
Feb 13, 2024
Simply awesome - Atmosphere, locations, tour guide = all perfect, well planned and super entertaining - especially out tour guide made the event absolutely fantastic!! 10/10
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Sarah_w
Jan 21, 2024
The tour was incredible!... - The tour was incredible! We just finished the tour and were unsure what it would be like in the depth of winter but it was incredible. I would recommend this tour to anyone! A special thanks to our guide Christov who was brilliant.
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Selene_d
Nov 27, 2023
The best in Iceland! - I didnt know I was going to love Iceland as much as I did when I was planning my trip, and this tour was part of it. I only had a couple days so I decided to do this tour to maximize my time, and it was an amazing experience! We were able to see in 3 days I would say at least 80% of the most important attractions. The country itself is beautiful, but the organization of the tour is top notch. We did the golden circle, black sand beach, diamond beach, Ice cave, a canyon, Vik, and a couple waterfalls in 3 days. My guides, Elias and Vlad were awesome, super kind and friendly, knowledgeable and their english was perfect. I have no complaints, absolutely loved it!
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Sara_k
Nov 9, 2023
Once in a lifetime experience! - This 3 day was was absolutely incredible. Vlad, our tour guide, was super friendly and really knowledgeable about our destinations. He added in so many little stops that were not in the intinerary so we felt extra lucky! We got to see so much of Iceland and didn't feel rushed at all. The hotel stays were great with breakfasts included, meaning I got to save my money for meals out during the day. The ice cave tour was definitely the highlight! Stunning views and once in a lifetime experience! Overall one of the best tours I've ever been on, we even managed to see the northern lights all 3 nights!!!!!
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