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4.9(6,177 reviews)

Golden Circle & Blue Lagoon Tour

FromISK 259
9 hours
Reykjavik, Iceland

About this activity

Experience Iceland's natural wonders with a guided tour of the Golden Circle, a rejuvenating soak in the Blue Lagoon, and a visit to the Kerid Volcanic Crater.

Highlights

  • Explore Thingvellir National Park
  • Witness the erupting Strokkur Geyser
  • Relax in the Blue Lagoon's warm waters
  • Marvel at Gullfoss Waterfall's beauty
  • Hike around Kerid Volcanic Crater

Full description

Discover Iceland's most iconic sights on this comprehensive day trip. Begin with a guided tour of the Golden Circle, featuring the historic Thingvellir National Park, the erupting Strokkur Geyser, and the majestic Gullfoss Waterfall. Afterward, unwind in the soothing geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, renowned for their healing properties. Conclude your adventure with a hike around the Kerid Volcanic Crater, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. This tour provides a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, showcasing Iceland's unique geological features and natural beauty.

Included / Excluded

  • Admission to Blue Lagoon geothermal spa
  • Guided tour of Golden Circle attractions
  • Visit to Kerid Volcanic Crater
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

The Golden Circle route is the most popular in Iceland and for very good reasons. It offers a wide varity of beautiful and famous sites and attraction, including the UNESCO listed Thingvellir National Park, the powerful Geysir geothermal area and the magical Gullfoss Waterfall with a visit to the Kerid Volcanic Crater added in for even more fun experiences

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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You will discover Thingvellir which is the old site of the Icelandic parliament, a UNESCO World Heritage Site listed for its amazing nature and rich history.

Duration: 45 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: Laugarvatn sits next to a beautiful lake of the same name in a geothermally active area. The plumes of super-heated vapor billowing into the air in this area are used by the locals to bake rye bread in the ground!

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Witness the amazing world famous Geysir hot spring and its active neighbour Strokkur, erupting up 30 meters high every few minutes. During this stop here, you can buy food and drinks, including a full lunch if you wish.

Duration: 1h 20mAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Gullfoss, the Golden Waterfall, will greet you with it´s amazing beauty and power.

Duration: 40 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Visit the spectacular Kerid Volcanic Crater, a 3000 year old crater which is 55 meters deep.

Duration: 30 minAdmission: YES
7

Pass by: A drive through Reykjanes Peninsula admiring vast lava fields, cone volcanoes and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean before we arrive in the Blue Lagoon.

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Take a relaxing bath at the unique and famous Blue Lagoon, enjoy the hot water and fantastic facilities. Included in the tour is the Blue Lagoon Comfort Admission ticket, which in addition to the access offers free use of towel, 1 Silica Mud mask and 1 non-alcoholic drink of your choice.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES

Important information

Know before you book

  • Tour operates in all weather conditions; cancellations are rare.
  • Children under 2 years old are free; discounted rates for children 2-13 years old.
  • Blue Lagoon admission is included; spa treatments are extra.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring swimwear and a towel for the Blue Lagoon.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress in layers.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Children must be accommpanied by an adult. Minimum age is 5 years old. Children seats/cushions are available for free upon request
  • Blue Lagoon: Children aged 2-11 share a locker with parent. A drink and towel are included with a child pass

Traveler reviews

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Wonderful

My granddaughter and were lucky to have booked this tour. It was fun, informative and enjoyable. The best tour from Reykjavík!! Loved the golden circle and Blue Lagoon.

gaildiane35Jul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

A great tour with a great guide

David was a great guide. He was very knowledgeable as well as entertaining. I can’t recommend this tour too highly.

Michael_JJul 6, 2026VIATOR

Was an excellent day and...

Was an excellent day and our guide Nicola was full of information and fun had a great voice often replying in Song lol Crater-Geysirs-Waterfall and Icing on Top BLUE LAGOON were everything and more. Were given plenty of time at each location too.

kmccormack59Jul 6, 2026VIATOR

Excellent Day!

Really recommend this tour - it was such a fun packed day! The bus was really comfortable - only a small mini bus but had reclining seats & air con. Khristophe was a great driver / tour guide. Kept us really entertained with just enough commentary. We felt like we learned so much through the day! We were happy with the times we were given at each destination, felt like we had just long enough to see everything without it being too long. Easy to see why it’s so highly rated.

EmmaM2112Jul 6, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Norwegian guy approves 10/10

Our guide (Kristof) was AMAZING! The tour showed a lot of cool places, we got tips and tricks on how to best utilize our time for every stop. There was plenty of stories, learning about the country and volcanoes and funny rants along the way that made time fly away Would recommend this to anyone early on in their trip. And please, when on these trips, ask questions. Anything you wonder, just ask!

Hakon_LJul 5, 2026VIATOR
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