Small-Group Golden Circle and Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Trip from Reykjavik
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Thingvellir
Embark on a small-group adventure to explore the iconic Golden Circle and the enchanting Kerid Volcanic Crater. Discover Iceland's most spectacular attractions in this 8-hour day trip from Reykjavik.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Thingvellir National Park - Your 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.   

  • Laugarvatn - Laugarvatn sits next to a beautiful lake of the same name in a geothermally active area. The plumes of super-heated vapor billowing into the air in this area are used by the locals to bake rye bread in the ground!

  • 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.

  • Reykholt - Small town with lots of Greenhouses

  • 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 - On the way back to Reykjavík tour goes via Geothermal Area in Hveragerði, packed with famous greenhouses powered by green energy and horse farms. After a short drive through mountain pass you will also see Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik
  • Knowledgeable driver/guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • (OPTIONAL) Visit at the Geothermal Park with bread tasting and second geyser visit
Additional Information

The Golden Circle stands as the most frequented and well-liked day journey in Iceland. It showcases some of Iceland’s most astonishing sights, such as Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and the Kerid Volcanic Crater. The Kerid crater holds a width of 270m and a depth of over 55m - it’s decked by a 14m deep lake at its base which grants it an enchanting aura. This is an 8-hour venture in a small group setting, promising a personalized feel.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 5 years old.
  • Only small luggage like a small backpack can be taken on this tour
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Thingvellir National Park
Cancellation Policy

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

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Emily_d
Jun 21, 2024
Relaxing, adventure-filled day - We were so happy with this day trip. The smaller group option felt more relaxed and our bus driver was a kind, friendly local. We also were lucky enough to see an Icelandic tradition of cooking bread and boiling eggs in the ground due to the heat of the earth. So cool! I also liked that each stop, we were given independent time for exploration. The lamb soup, while not included in price of tour ticket, at the Guiser cafe was excellent.
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Annette_h
Jun 19, 2024
Fun drives in between sites - We loved the personal experience of a small group excursion. Our guide was thoughtful and Nice Travel felt like a solid company with a comfortable van. We’ll probably book with them directly next time.
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Wendy_a
Jun 18, 2024
Golden Circle thumbs up - Excellent tour. 8 hours is a little long but that also meant we had plenty of time at each stop. Highly recommend the small group experience. Hotel pick up and drop off definitely a plus.
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Nomad59867280184
Jun 17, 2024
Great overview of four key Icelandic treasures in a small group - We had a great day exploring the key highlights with our wonderful guide Thore (not sure of the spelling, but she was great). If you only have limited time in iceland, this will give you a really good overview of the Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, Kerio Crater, and the Geysirs. I liked that she told us a lot about the history and highlights of each area, then let us walk about and explore for a set time at our own pace. Great tour, with only a small group which is really nice.
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Elginloon
Jun 12, 2024
Highly Recommended - Wonderful trip seeing Iceland nature up close with waterfalls, geysers and many beautiful views. Driver was very chatty, letting us know all that was around and sharing information about Iceland.
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Carl_f
Jun 12, 2024
Great tour! - Haki, our driver and tour guide was exceptional. He was knowledgeable, shared many facts, has a broad range of experience, very personable and helped us to understand the Iceland people and culture.
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David_s
Jun 11, 2024
Ode to Hakon - The tour guide Hakon brought energy and humour to the tour. A long but memorable experience Comfortable bus
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Cadius1
Jun 10, 2024
Enjoyable - Enjoyed the whole day the guide/ driver was entertaining and provided a interesting commentary without overwhelming us The sights we visited were grear
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Anonymous
Jun 9, 2024
Great day - A great day was had by all, mainly due to our driver Filip who went the extra mile for us. Filip’s commentary, his music selection, his jokes and positive attitude made the day exceptional. He even included a couple of stops that were not part of the itinerary. The scenery was fantastic and the geyser and canyon were spectacular. Highly recommend this tour.
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980margaretk
Jun 8, 2024
Great Tour - Thoroughly enjoyed the day and the commentary provided by Filipino with humour and music making the pace of the tour very interesting
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