ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Private Golden Circle & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Thingvellir National Park · Þingvellir forecast
3°
Light rain
Today · Wind 2 m/s
Tomorrow
5° 0°
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Wed
5° -1°
Clear sky
Thu
3° 0°
Rain
Fri
2° -3°
Partly cloudy
Sat
2° -4°
Cloudy
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3° -5°
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3° -1°
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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
See Iceland's two most famous routes in one long private day from Reykjavik. Ideal for travelers short on time who want the Golden Circle and the South Coast without joining a bus tour.
After an early pickup, walk the rift valley at Þingvellir, watch Strokkur erupt at Geysir and view Gullfoss. Then drive to the South Coast for Seljalandsfoss, where you can walk behind the falls when the path is open, the 60-meter Skógafoss, and the black sand and basalt columns of Reynisfjara.
Your driver-guide plans the timing around daylight, weather and road conditions. It is a long day, with about seven hours of driving between stops. Meals are paid locally.
- Private tour: sedan or SUV for up to 4, van for up to 8
- Reykjavik pickup and drop-off
- 6 major sights in one day
- Parking fees and onboard WiFi included
What's included
Included
- ✓WiFi on board
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
- ✓Parking Fees
Not included
- –Meals
Itinerary
- Tour stop
After an early pickup in Reykjavik, travel with your private driver-guide to the Golden Circle, then east along the South Coast before returning to Reykjavik in the evening. This is a long day with about seven hours of driving. Stop order and times may change with weather, daylight, road conditions and your interests. Meals are paid locally.
Pass by without stopping - Tour stop
Walk through the Almannagjá gorge, where the North American and Eurasian plates are pulling apart, and see where Iceland's parliament first met in 930. The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Paths are well maintained, with some slopes.
- Tour stop
Walk the Haukadalur geothermal area and watch the Strokkur geyser, which erupts every few minutes. Stay on marked paths; the water and ground nearby are very hot.
- Tour stop
View Gullfoss from the upper and lower viewpoints as the Hvítá river drops in two stages into a deep canyon. Spray can be heavy, so a waterproof jacket is useful.
- Tour stop
See the 60-meter Seljalandsfoss and, when the path is open, walk behind the falls. The path can be wet and slippery and is often closed in winter. Waterproof clothing is recommended.
- Tour stop
Stand at the base of Skógafoss, a 60-meter waterfall where rainbows often form on sunny days. A steep staircase beside the falls leads to a viewpoint at the top for those who want the climb.
- Tour stop
Walk the black sand beach near Vík, with basalt columns and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks offshore. Sneaker waves are dangerous here: stay well back from the water and follow your guide's instructions. Then return to Reykjavik.
Know before you go
- 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.