Set off on the amazing Golden Circle experience with many interesting stops for people of different ages and cultures. Not only we will visit the most famous Geysir, Gulfoss and Thingvellir Nacional park, but we will make a few amazing stops along the way. Firstly Kerið - a unique volcanic crater filled with water. Then famous Fridheimar greenhouse. We do not forget to stop along the way to get acquainted with horses or to taste homemade ice cream in the Efstidalur II farm.
This will be a day to remember, packed with attractions, stories and good vibes! Our guides are really knowledgable and simply nice people. They will take care of you so you can get the best out of this tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Pickup/drop-off at the select Hotels or BUS STOPS # in Reykjavik
✔ Transport by Mercedes Benz climate-controlled minibus limited to 16 people in the bus
✔ Free WiFi and USB power on board
✔ A lot of FUN
✔ Local English speaking driver/guide
✖ Meals, but stops will be made at a local restaurant or grocery shop where meals can be purchased
✖ Alternatively you can bring a packed lunch
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Hotel Muli
2. Hotel Viking
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4. Hotel Reykjavik Saga
5. Hotel Vellir
6. Hotel Kriunes
7. Hotel Smari
8. 201 Hotel
9. Hotel Laxnes
10. Storm Hotel by Keahotels
11. Fosshotel Raudara
12. Midgardur By Center Hotels
13. Fosshotel Reykjavik
14. Tower Suites Reykjavik
15. Reykjavik Marina Residence
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17. Hotel Mork
18. Fosshotel Lind
19. 22 Hill Hotel
20. Arctic Comfort Hotel
Additional Info: IMPORTANT: The pickup starts at 8:30am and usually takes place between 8:30 and 9:00am. So please be ready at 8:30 at your pickup location. Look for the silver Sprinter with our ,,Back to Iceland travel '' logo on it.
NOTE: Please note that Back to Iceland travel offers free pickup and drop off from hotels within Reykjavik. As buses are not allowed to drive in certain areas of Reykjavik center, your pick up may be from the nearest BUS STOP #. If you do not mark a hotel or BUS STOP# for pickup, the default pickup place is BUS STOP #8.
If your pick-up location is not on our pick-up list then we kindly ask you to locate the closest pick-up point( Hotel or BUS STOP #) to your accommodation from the map or list below and meet us there for your tour. One –two days before tour we will notify you of your exact pick up location and we will tell you all update info if need to know.
We also do pickups from the following BUS STOPS : #1, #3, #4,#5, #6, #8, #9,#12,#13 and #15 in Reykjavik,since some hotels are located within traffic restricted areas.
Itinerary
1
Hveragerdi
In Hveragerði when you can get some freshly brewed coffee and Icelandic sweets at a local bakery. In the same building, you can visit Earthquake Museum which simulates the earthquake that rolled over (under:) the south of Iceland in 2008.
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Kerid Crater
Kerið is a volcanic crater lake. You can have a walk around the ridges or even go down and touch the gleaming surface of the water.
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Fridheimar
The famous greenhouse where you can see how we grow vegetables in Iceland
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Gullfoss Waterfall
When visiting the Gullfoss waterfall you will be stunned by the scale of this famous waterfall. Many cascades of fast pacing water dropping down to a canyon while producing amazing rainbows (with the right weather) is just a jaw-dropping experience! This is also a great place for lunch and for shopping. We can recommend the traditional Icelandic soup (there is always an option without meat): it will keep you full and warm for the rest of the day.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Here you can get acquainted with Icelandic horses
Duration: 10 minutes
6
Strokkur
At Geysir, you will witness an eruption of hot water going almost 20 or so meters up into the air. The whole area is a geological wonder covered in steam coming from the geothermal activity - an experience you will never forget!
Duration: 30 minutes
7
A unique restaurant in a "barn" with homemade ice cream!
Duration: 20 minutes
8
Thingvellir National Park
This is the oldest working parliament in the world. There you will walk on old battlegrounds where the Vikings fought among each other in countless battles. Þingvellir is also a place where 2 continents meet. Imagine yourself strolling through a canyon which walls are made from 2 tectonic plates: European and American. A truly remarkable experience!
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Every one child must be accompanied by one adult , minumum child age is 3+
• Child seats or boosters are available on request if advised at time of booking
• At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
• Minimum numbers apply (2 people min). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
• Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
• The weather can be unpredictable. Remember to bring with you warm waterproof jacket and walking shoes depending on weather conditions.
• Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
• All our buses are thoroughly disinfected every day and hand sanitizer is available during the tour
