Golden Circle Afternoon Tour
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Availability
All Year
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DURATION
8 Hours 30 Minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
At additional cost
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Minimum Age
2 Years
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Price
ISK 10.990
Tour Highlights:
- Explore Iceland’s famous Golden Circle with a convenient afternoon departure from Reykjavík
- Discover the history and geology of Þingvellir National Park
- See the rift landscape between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates
- Experience the geothermal activity of the Geysir area
- Watch Strokkur geyser erupt regularly
- Visit Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most impressive waterfalls
- Learn about Icelandic nature, geology and history with a professional guide
Included:
- Golden Circle sightseeing tour from Reykjavík
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Transportation by comfortable tour bus
- Visit to Þingvellir National Park
- Visit to the Geysir geothermal area and Strokkur
- Visit to Gullfoss waterfall
- Free Wi-Fi on board
Golden Circle Afternoon Tour from Reykjavík
Enjoy a relaxed morning before discovering some of Iceland’s most famous natural landmarks on a Golden Circle Afternoon Tour from Reykjavík.
This full-day sightseeing experience takes you through the Icelandic countryside to the three classic highlights of the Golden Circle: Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall.
At Þingvellir, discover a landscape shaped by both geology and Icelandic history. The national park sits in the rift zone between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and is also closely connected to the founding of Iceland’s historic parliament.
Continue to the Geysir geothermal area, where bubbling hot springs and erupting geysers reveal the geothermal forces beneath Iceland. Nearby, experience the impressive Gullfoss waterfall, where glacial water plunges through a dramatic canyon.
See Iceland’s Golden Circle Later in the Day
The afternoon departure is a convenient option for travellers who prefer a later start while still wanting to experience Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.
A professional guide accompanies the tour and shares stories and information about Iceland’s landscapes, geology and history along the way.
The complete experience takes approximately 8 hours and 30 minutes and has an easy difficulty level, making it accessible to most travellers.
Please note that Kerið volcanic crater is not visited on departures at 12:00 or later.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour visits the three classic Golden Circle highlights: Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area with Strokkur, and Gullfoss waterfall.
No. Kerið Crater is not visited on departures at 12:00 or later, including the afternoon tour.
Allow approximately 8–8.5 hours for the complete experience. Timing can vary depending on traffic, weather and conditions during the tour
Pickup and drop-off are not included in the standard tour price. However, pickup from selected Reykjavík locations can be added for an additional fee when booking.
Bus Stop #12, opposite Storm Hotel, is available as a meeting point. If you add pickup when booking, please follow the instructions for your selected pickup location
Wear warm layers with waterproof and windproof outerwear. Icelandic weather can change quickly, so comfortable footwear and clothing suitable for the conditions are recommended.
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 8–8.5 hours
- Difficulty: Easy
- Minimum age: 2 years
- The tour departs from Reykjavík
- Bus Stop #12, opposite Storm Hotel, is available as a meeting point
- Pickup and drop-off from selected Reykjavík locations can be added for an additional fee
- If pickup is booked, please be ready at the selected location at the stated pickup time
- The pickup process may take up to 30 minutes
- The afternoon tour visits Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall
- Kerið Crater is not visited on departures at 12:00 or later
- Food and drinks are not included
- Wear warm, waterproof and windproof clothing suitable for Icelandic weather
- E-tickets are accepted, so there is no need to print your ticket
Cancellation Policy
- 100% cancellation fee when cancelled 1 day or less before the tour
Departure from Reykjavík
The Golden Circle Afternoon Tour departs from Reykjavík, giving you the chance to enjoy a relaxed morning before exploring Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.
Bus Stop #12, opposite Storm Hotel, is available as a meeting point. Pickup from selected Reykjavík locations can also be added for an additional fee. Please allow up to 30 minutes for the pickup process.
From Reykjavík, travel through the Icelandic countryside towards three of the country’s most famous natural and historical landmarks.
Þingvellir National Park
The first major highlight is Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Iceland’s most important historical locations.
Þingvellir lies within the rift zone between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Here, you can see dramatic geological formations created by the movement of the Earth’s crust.
The area also holds an important place in Icelandic history. Alþingi, Iceland’s historic parliament, was established at Þingvellir in 930, making this an extraordinary place to discover both the natural and cultural history of Iceland.
Geysir Geothermal Area
Continue to the Geysir geothermal area, where steaming ground, bubbling hot springs and geothermal activity reveal the powerful forces beneath Iceland’s surface.
Although the original Great Geysir is less active today, nearby Strokkur erupts regularly. Watching hot water burst into the air is one of the classic experiences of the Golden Circle.
You will have time to explore the geothermal area and enjoy the unusual landscape before continuing to the next highlight.
Gullfoss Waterfall
Next, visit spectacular Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most famous waterfalls.
The Hvítá river carries glacial water towards Gullfoss before plunging dramatically through two stages into a rugged canyon. Walking paths and viewing areas offer impressive perspectives of the waterfall and surrounding landscape.
Weather conditions can completely transform the experience, from powerful summer flows to beautiful icy scenery during the colder months.
Return to Reykjavík
After visiting the three classic highlights of the Golden Circle — Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss — travel back through the countryside towards Reykjavík.
Pickup and drop-off services at selected Reykjavík locations may be available as an optional extra when booking.
Please note: Kerið volcanic crater is not visited on departures at 12:00 or later, including this afternoon tour.
Bus Stop # 12 (opposite Storm Hotel) Þórunnartún, Reykjavik 105
or choose your pick-up location while booking (paid extra)
