Golden Circle & Kerid Crater Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Þingvellir National Park
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Kerid Volcanic Crater
- Stunning Icelandic landscapes
- Expert local guide
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Þingvellir National Park
- Visit to Gullfoss Waterfall
- Exploration of Kerid Volcanic Crater
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Your day starts by driving from Reykjavik to the historic site of Þingvellir National Park. This was the venue for the Icelandic parliament from 930 till 1798 and is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, both for it´s rich history and amazing nature. This is also where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet which creates an amazing feeling having one foot in each world.
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!
Known throughout the world for it´s power and beauty, Geysir has become a synonym for this amazing show of nature. Strokkur, another hot spring, sits nearby and is very active, erupting to heights up to 30 meters every few minutes. Follow one of many paths and enjoy steaming springs bubbling all around you. In the Geysir Area you will also have time to buy lunch or some snacks.
Next on the agenda is the waterfall Gullfoss - the Golden Waterfall. One of the most popular attractions is Iceland, Gullfoss will amaze you with it´s raw power and beauty, plummeting down 32 meters into a rugged canyon.
Pass by: Small town with lots of Greenhouses
These three attractions complete the classic Golden Circle - but to add even more to your experience - we also stop at the spectacular Kerid Volcanic Crater. This 3000 year old crater is 55 meters deep and offers a unique view of the beauty of the Icelandic nature.
Pass by: On the way back to Reykjavík tour goes via Geothermal Area in Hveragerði, packed with famous greenhouses powered by green energy and horse farms. After a short drive through mountain pass you will also see Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in all weather conditions; cancellations are rare.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
Know before you go
- Dress in layers to accommodate varying weather conditions.
- Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear suitable for walking on uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking landscapes.
Cancellation policy
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 accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 5 years old.
- Only small luggage like a small backpack can be taken on this tour
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Traveler reviews
Great trip
Really excellent tour with Addi, all the main sites covered with lots of info and enough time at each stop and a couple of extra stops thrown in. My son loved feeding the horses (the right food of course!) Highly recommend- there were 18 on our trip.
Must see!
Addi was fantastic and made the experience even better!
Thank you Walter!
Walter was fantastic! So enthusiastic and passionate about his job. He gave us more than ample time to see everything on our own. It would’ve been nice if we had him accompanying us to the sites too rather than giving us the explanations on the ride.
Amazing Golden Circle and Kerid Crater tour
Elias was a fantasric guide. We had a very nice trip and were thankful for all the good advice he provided!
Perfect trip
Had an amazing day with our guide Fillip. From pick up to drop off everything was great (sadly the weather was not in our favour but it’s Iceland after all) our guide was great fun and explained the places we were visiting so well but also loved his play lists which fitted so well with the locations we were at Plenty of time at each stop to enjoy the sights We added the geothermal bakery which is not to be missed The bread is delicious and complimented by the egg boiled in the hot springs It was nice to be part of a smaller group which made everything much more personal We all thoroughly enjoyed it and would definitely recommend Nice travel