ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Golden Circle of Iceland: More Than a Classic Tour
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Thingvellir National Park · Þingvellir forecast
3°
Rain
Today · Wind 3 m/s
Today
8° 3°
Overcast
Tomorrow
6° 3°
Rain
Fri
7° 1°
Light rain
Sat
8° 3°
Overcast
Sun
7° 3°
Rain
Mon
8° 6°
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Tue
7° 4°
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Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road signals for South Iceland
Official road alerts from Vegagerðin that IceWay can confidently match to this travel region.
For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
About this experience
Experience an expanded private Golden Circle journey that goes beyond the classic route, combining Iceland’s remarkable landscapes with its history, geology and local culture.
Explore Þingvellir National Park, where Iceland’s ancient Alþingi was founded and the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. See Öxarárfoss waterfall and a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Þingvallavatn, Iceland’s largest natural lake. Continue through Haukadalur to Geysir and Strokkur, followed by spectacular Gullfoss.
Meet Icelandic horses and visit Friðheimar, a geothermal greenhouse where tomatoes are grown year-round using natural geothermal energy.
The route also includes Kerið volcanic crater and an additional panoramic location personally selected as part of my private itinerary for its distinctive Icelandic landscape.
Laugarvatn Fontana can be added as an optional experience, extending the tour by approximately 1.5 hours. It includes a traditional geothermal bread-baking tour.
What's included
Included
- ✓Private transportation
Not included
- –Lunch
Itinerary
- Tour stop
Explore historic Þingvellir National Park, where Iceland’s ancient parliament was founded and the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Walk through dramatic rift landscapes and visit Öxarárfoss, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by striking volcanic cliffs. Enjoy panoramic views and one of Iceland’s most fascinating natural and historic sites.
- Tour stop
Experience Iceland’s famous Geysir geothermal area, home to the active Strokkur geyser, erupting dramatically every few minutes. Walk among steaming vents, bubbling pools and geothermal landscapes, then enjoy a relaxing lunch at Geysir Center, surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Haukadalur valley.
- Tour stop
Make a short stop to meet Iceland’s unique horses, famous for their gentle nature, distinctive appearance and special five-gaited movement. Get close to these beautiful animals and experience a charming part of Icelandic culture and countryside.
- Tour stop
Experience Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most spectacular waterfalls, where powerful glacial water plunges through a dramatic two-tiered canyon. Follow the viewing paths for breathtaking perspectives and feel the sheer force of the Hvítá River as it disappears into the rugged landscape.
- Tour stop
Make a short stop at Friðheimar, Iceland’s famous geothermal tomato farm. See how geothermal energy makes year-round tomato cultivation possible and experience one of Iceland’s most unique examples of sustainable farming.
- Tour stop
Discover Kerið, a striking volcanic crater formed thousands of years ago. Walk around the rim and admire the vivid contrast between the red volcanic rock, dark slopes and the turquoise crater lake below. This remarkable geological landmark offers one of the most distinctive landscapes on the Golden Circle.
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.