The Golden Circle

Bestseller for years!

The classic Golden Circle has been the most popular sightseeing route in Iceland for years - and for a good reason.

The Golden Circle tour will take you to the Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Gullfoss waterfall as well as the famous Geysir geothermal area where hot springs and geysers are abundant. The route takes about 9 hours to drive.

Thingvellir is the site where the oldest existing parliament in the world was formed. It´s not only one of the most historic place in Iceland, but also a natural wonder because of its location literally ON one of only two tectonic rift valleys in the worlds. At Thingvellir, you can actually see how the continental plates of America and Europe have drifted apart. Huge canyons are the most clear manifestation of that, one of which (“Peningagjá canyon”) is thought to make wishes come true when you throw a coin into it.

From Thingvellir we will continue to the geothermal area around the Geysir hot spring and Gullfoss waterfall (“the Golden waterfall”). These attractions are two of the most popular ones in Iceland – and for a reason! Everybody is blown away by the natural power that is reflected in the spouting geysers and huge waterfalls.

After a day of classic sightseeing you will drive back to Reykjavik where you are dropped off at your hotel.

A complimentary pick up from your hotel is included, 30 minutes prior to departure. Please be ready in the lobby!

Don´t miss ...

• The opportunity to make a wish at Peningagjá canyon at Thingvellir National Park

Insider´s tip:

• Be sure to look out for the wind direction in the Geysir Area. Strokkur could blow right over you - and you WILL get wet !