ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Private Golden Circle Day Tour with Instant Photo
Languagesar · Audio, ar · Written, de · Audio
RegionSouth Iceland
From Reykjavík1–4 hr, depending on stop
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Thingvellir National Park · Þingvellir forecast
7°
Overcast
Today · Wind 4 m/s
Today
8° 3°
Overcast
Tomorrow
9° 4°
Light rain
Sun
9° 5°
Rain
Mon
8° 3°
Overcast
Tue
4° 0°
Light rain
Wed
4° -1°
Cloudy
Thu
3° 0°
Partly cloudy
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
We love Iceland. Guiding is not simply our job—it is our passion. We want to share that love with every guest and make each traveler feel genuinely valued and cared for. We give special attention to every group and conduct each tour with the highest attention to safety, comfort, and peace of mind. Our five-star reviews on Google Maps reflect the care and dedication we bring to every journey.
What's included
Not included
- –Meals
Itinerary
- Tour stop
Explore the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park with your private driver-guide. Walk through its dramatic rift landscape and learn how the Althing general assembly was established here around 930, making it one of Iceland’s most important historical sites.
- Tour stop
Visit Oxararfoss, a 12.5-meter waterfall that drops into Almannagja in Thingvellir National Park. Enjoy the dramatic surroundings and take time for memorable photos of the waterfall.
- Tour stop
Take a short walk to Bruarfoss, known for its striking clear blue water. See the Bruara River narrow through a gorge before forming the waterfall, and enjoy time for photos in the beautiful natural surroundings.
- Tour stop
Visit Efstidalur II, a historic family-run dairy farm on the Golden Circle. Get a glimpse of Icelandic farm life, watch the cows through the viewing windows, and, if you wish, purchase homemade ice cream produced at the farm. Food and drinks are not included.
- Tour stop
Explore the Geysir Geothermal Area, with its steaming vents, hot springs, and other geothermal features. Watch the active Strokkur geyser erupt approximately every ten minutes while your private guide explains the area’s geology and the story of the mostly inactive Great Geysir.
- Tour stop
See the powerful Gullfoss waterfall as the glacial Hvita River drops 32 meters in two stages into a dramatic canyon. Visit the viewpoints, enjoy time for photos, and hear the story of one of the Golden Circle’s most famous natural landmarks.
- Tour stop
Visit Fridheimar, a family-run farm where tomatoes are grown year-round in geothermal greenhouses. See the tomato plants surrounding the greenhouse restaurant and learn about Icelandic greenhouse farming. Guests may purchase food and drinks at their own expense.
- Tour stop
Visit Kerid, a volcanic crater with striking red slopes and a lake at its base. Walk along the crater rim for panoramic views and, when conditions allow, follow the path toward the lake. The entrance fee is included.
- Tour stop
Stop in Hveragerdi, a town built in an active geothermal area where columns of steam can often be seen rising among the homes and greenhouses. Learn how geothermal activity has shaped the town and take a short walk before returning to Reykjavik.
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.