Want to see some of the best-known natural phenomena in Iceland on a day trip from Reykjavik? From spouting geysers, tumbling waterfalls and ancient volcanoes, the popular Golden Circle Classic full-day excursion by coach will introduce you to Iceland's world-renowned pristine natural beauty surrounding the capital.
Highlights
- Golden Circle Classic day trip from Reykjavik
- Nesjavellir power plant (not guaranteed during winter)
- Thingvellir, the oldest functioning parliament in the world
- Geysir and Strokkur hot springs
- Charming village of Hveragerdi
- Gulfoss waterfall
- English-speaking tour guide
- Pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavik area hotels and guesthouses
Recent Photos of this Tour
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GullfossOctober 6, 2010Photo by: Monica-Maria ARomania, 10 2010 -
ThingvallavatnSunrise over the lake at Thingvallir - a fantastic start to the tour.Photo by: Sarah CUnited Kingdom, 02 2010 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
drive on the Golden Circle ...drive on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
stop on the Golden Circle tourstop on the Golden Circle tourPhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
on the Golden Circle driveon the Golden Circle drivePhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
on the Golden Circle driveon the Golden Circle drivePhoto by: CoreyUSA, 08 2012 -
Gulfoss waterfallGulfoss waterfallPhoto by: Illya VUSA, 01 2012 -
Geysir and Strokkur hot ...Geysir and Strokkur hot springsPhoto by: Illya VUSA, 01 2012 -
Geysir and Strokkur hot ...Geysir and Strokkur hot springsPhoto by: Illya VUSA, 01 2012 -
Magic PoolMagic PoolPhoto by: Illya VUSA, 01 2012 -
Tour busTour bus, Iceland style:)Photo by: Illya VUSA, 01 2012 -
Useful Information
Thingvellir, Iceland
The tour begins with a visit to the Nesjavellir power plant, a geothermal area in the picturesque landscape of Lake Thingvallavatn (this part of the tour may not be included in winter). This really is "green" renewable energy, as more than half of Reykjavik's population gets its energy from the Nesjavellir geothermal plant.
Your tour also includes a visit to Thingvellir, where the Icelandic parliament Althingi was founded in 930, making it the oldest functioning parliament in the world. It is here that the slowly diverging tectonic plates of America and Europe meet.
Your tour continues to the beautiful waterfall of Gullfoss, a highlight of any visit to Iceland, along with the incredible spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur. You will also visit Skalholt church, the ancient seat of the Icelandic bishops.
On your way back to Reykjavik you'll travel through fertile agricultural areas to the charming village of Hveragerdi.
Reviewed by Francis A, May 2013
Locations were great. Our guide was well versed in all aspects of the locations. The charge for the steam plant was unnecessary.
Reviewed by Aoife H, April 2013
This is an amazing way to see Iceland!! We got to see so much in one day. Even in between sites we learnt alot of interesting information about Iceland. As we were on schedule the crew threw in a chance to see a volcano! I would recommend this o anyone.
