Category Golden Circle Tours

Reykjavik · GOLDEN CIRCLE TOURS

The 15 Best Golden Circle Tours from Reykjavik, Compared

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Thingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss in one loop: the Golden Circle is almost everyone’s first day out of Reykjavik, and the tour you pick shapes all of it. Compare which add Kerid crater or a Secret Lagoon soak, which keep the group small, what every seat costs, and which one suits a first visit.

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater - Reykjavik pickup, timing, and why the bus ride actually helps

1.Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24,485 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $82Our pick

A full-day bus tour from Reykjavik hitting Golden Circle must-dos, including Strokkur, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, and Kerið.

“Our driver Dean & Guide Sunny made our day so enjoyable. We felt safe with Deans driving & he was very pleasant to talk to. Sunny was a sweet heart, very kind organised & informative. We had a day to remember with the stunning locations we visited. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this trip & found it excellent value for money.💐”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour - Reykjavik pickup and the Kerið crater start

2.Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,009 reviews · 10 hours · from $132

Full-day Golden Circle bus tour with Kerið crater, Strokkur geyser area, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, and Secret Lagoon swimming for about 10 hours.

“I was a bit sceptical at the beginning especially about secret lagoon but i i did it i totally recommend the tour but we also got lucky with our amazing tour guide Daniel, he spoke like a radio guy so pleasant and he is full of knowledge regarding the tour. If you are doubting about this tour please don’t.”

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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater - Morning pickup and the inside scoop on logistics

3.Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,631 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $249Top rated

Small-group Golden Circle plus Blue Lagoon with hotel pickup, Wi-Fi, included Kerid entry, and a Comfort ticket with towel and mask.

“Wow wow wow. Visited so many places, saw some of the most amazing scenery in my lifetime. Had a great time but most of all our guide (King of Iceland) was amazing. So funny and went above when the Northern Lights came out in spectacular fashion after the Blue lagoon visit. Found a car park for us all to experience it more! Top journey”

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Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik - From Reykjavik to the countryside: coach comfort and timing that matters

4.Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,195 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $73Best value

A guided Golden Circle day trip from Reykjavik, hitting Þingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss with hotel pickup, WiFi, and great viewpoints.

“Very enjoyable, knowledgeable guide, great locations, long day on the coach. Well organised pick up was very easy”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour - Thingvellir National Park: Plates, Parliament Ground, and Easy Walking

5.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,351 reviews · from $243

Golden Circle sights plus Blue Lagoon in one 11-hour minibus day. See Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid, then soak.

“The trip was absolutely amazing! Our guide was soooo helpful and we even got to have a little detour and see some of the horses. It was one of the most incredible trips I have ever experienced and I would 100% recommend.”

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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik - Stop-by-stop: what you will actually see and how long you get

6.Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,826 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Golden Circle plus Kerið Crater, with pickup, an expert guide, and smart timing for geysers, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir.

“The guide Barbara was very knowledgeable, and could answer any questions she was asked. She was also funny and kind and made the experience even better. In terms of the experience, I really enjoyed seeing all the landmarks Iceland had to offer and it was a really enjoyable day.”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full Day Tour

From Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour - BSÍ Meeting Point, Pickup Choices, and Getting Seated on Time

7.Golden Circle Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,337 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $84

Reykjavik Golden Circle full-day bus tour to Þingvellir, Gullfoss, and geysers, with English guide, Wi-Fi, and photo stops.

“amazing great guide and learnt so much about Iceland got some incredible views aswell highly recommend doing thank you again for making our last day in Iceland so good.”

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Small-group Golden Circle Classic Tour from Reykjavik

Small-group Golden Circle Classic Tour from Reykjavik - Getting Into the Small-Group Rhythm: Pickup, Minibus, and Wi-Fi

8.Small-group Golden Circle Classic Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,023 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $116

Small-group Golden Circle from Reykjavik with Wi-Fi, round-trip pickup, and photo stops at Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, and Kerið.

“Great tour with a good guide who was good at accommodating everyone’s requests. She was always clear with her instructions and overall the tour was well organised.”

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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - Small-Group Style (Up to 18) and What It Changes

9.Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,932 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $253

Small-group Iceland day trip packs Golden Circle sights, Thingvellir history, and the Blue Lagoon comfort ticket with mud mask and drink.

“The whole day from start to finish was excellent, the tour guide (sorry I can’t remember his name) was very knowledgeable and a perfect guide. The highlight for me was the blue lagoon but all aspects were great. I would highly recommend this tour”

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Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Thingvellir National Park: The Althing of 930 and the World’s Two Plates

10.Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,906 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $168

Golden Circle plus Secret Lagoon hot spring soak in a small-group minibus from Reykjavik, with hotel pickup and 1 hour in the water.

“We had one full day in Reykjavik, and this was a great way to spend it! Our guide Rakel was very knowledgeable about Icelandic history, and seems to really enjoy what she does. If you move quickly, you can see all you need to see. Not much time to dillydally at the stops on this excursion, but that was perfect for us. I'd recommend her /this tour 100%! Keep in mind, Iceland is expensive, so budget a fair amount and splurge for the lamb steaks at lunch! So good!”

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The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - Getting started smoothly: Reykjavik pickup and the BSI terminal

11.The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,726 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $88

Golden Circle highlights in one day from Reykjavik. Guided bus tour with pickup, onboard Wi-Fi, and app audio, for $88.

“Well worth the time and money. Lawman our guide was terrific and informative and couldn’t be nicer. Driver Kuge(?) was attentive and diligent. Great scenery”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik - Strokkur and Geysir area: the geothermal show with built-in rhythm

12.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,660 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $127

Golden Circle sights plus Kerið crater and a thermal soak at Secret Lagoon, all with Reykjavik pickup and included admissions.

“This trip was an excellent, must do in Iceland! If you can only choose once make it this! Sharp, our tour guide, was incredible, insightful and interesting knowledge throughout. Together with Simon, the driver, they gave such a wonderful welcome and really made the trip very interesting and exciting! Seeing the beauty of this country in some very carefully selected stops was immense! Plus some time to take it easy at the secret lagoon. Doesn’t get better”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour - Price and value: is $252 reasonable for this mix?

14.Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,583 reviews · 11 hours · from $252

Minibus Golden Circle to Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir and Kerið, then soak at Blue Lagoon with towel, mask and a drink.

“Great day trip to see some amazing sights in Iceland and the Blue Lagoon was the perfect ending to a busy day! Our tour guide was great too, very informative and good humour too.”

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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour - Price and logistics that matter more than you think

15.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,550 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Small-group Golden Circle day trip with Thingvellir, Kerid crater, Geysir, Gullfoss and either Blue Lagoon or Hvammsvik hot springs.

“Christina was a wonderful guide/driver. She gave running commentary about Iceland culture and the things we saw, such as waterfalls and mountains and weather. We especially enjoyed swimming in the warm Blue Lagoon. She watched over everyone and everyone loved her.”

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