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Golden Circle & Buggy Riding tour

The Golden Circle Sights and Buggy Riding Tour

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two red buggies in muddy field of Iceland

Aerial view of Thingvellir National Park - famous area in Iceland right on the spot where the Atlantic tectonic plates meets. UNESCO World Heritage Site, western Iceland, and site of the Althing. High quality photo

Woman standing watching geysir erupting, next to small crowd viewing

Gullfoss waterfall, the golden waterfall in the golden circle in iceland surrounded by cliffs.

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About tour

Explore the Golden Circle attractions, then head across the countryside for a really thrilling and adrenaline-pumping buggy ride through the outback.

This combo tour blends the fascinating and spectacular sights of the Golden Circle with exciting buggy riding through the rugged hills - history, world-famous natural wonders and spine-tingling exhilaration.

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Highlights

Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)
Gullfoss Waterfall
Geysir Geothermal Area
Buggy Riding

Included

Pick up & drop off in Reykjavík
Small Group Experience
Golden Circle Tour
Visits to all Highlights Buggy Riding Tour (1 hour)
All Buggy Riding Safety Equipment

What to bring

Warm layers
Waterproof top layer
Headwear
Gloves
Scarves
Strong shoes

Tour Snapshot

Availability All Year

Duration 10 hours (1 hour on buggy)

Departs From Reykjavik

Level Easy Suitable for most people in fair condition.

Minimum age 8 years

Meet on Location No

Pickup Yes

Small Group Experience

• More attention from your guide

Expert Guides

• Deep local knowledge

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Itinerary

Your knowledgeable driver/guide will show you the three famous Golden Circle sights, a journey into the outback country for your exhilarating hour-long buggy ride is fitted around this.

ÞINGVELLIR (THINGVELLIR) NATIONAL PARK

At Þingvellir National Park you will see the stunning place where great history, culture, and incredible geology merge together and, where, the North American and Eurasian Continental plates have actually moved apart. Let´s start with history! In the year 930 AD / CE, the Icelandic Parliament was formed here, Þingvellir means ‘Assembly Plains’, every year people came from all corners of the land to participate in this really important event, called the Alþing. Now for some geology! Those tectonic plates are still slowly moving apart, so the rift valley is ever-widening. You are sure to appreciate the beautiful and dramatic views at Þingvellir, with the picturesque lake and the craggy Almannagjá gorge.

GEYSIR GEOTHERMAL AREA

You will see the now dormant Great Geysir at Geysir, but don´t worry, Strokkur a nearby geyser explodes hot water and clouds of steam, sometimes over 30 m high, every few minutes. So you will certainly witness this amazing geological phenomenon for yourself – an extraordinary sight.

GULLFOSS WATERFALL

Gullfoss is a mighty roaring waterfall fed by the glacial Hvítá River. There are attractive pathways and a few points from which you can view Gullfoss waterfall as it drops 32 m. From some vantage points, it looks as though the turbulent flow just disappears into the earth, instead of falling into a great crevasse. Gullfoss means ‘Golden Falls’, so don´t be surprised by the golden spray around the waterfall – now is your opportunity to take that atmospheric photo!

An exhilarating buggy ride

Your buggy ride will be fitted in around the Golden Circle sights, to get to the start you are driven along some rough dirt tracks, perfect to start the adrenaline pumping and ready for the action part of the day!

You and your companion sit side by side (unless you have opted for the solo rider upgrade). Now for the goosebump-raising and adrenaline-soaring part, there is an excellent rally-driving-like feel as you race up hills and down into valleys, over crazily rough terrain and across streams. The route varies according to the conditions but rough dirt trails way off the beaten path are always chosen. Are you up for it?

The tour returns to Reykjavík at approximately 18:30, you are then dropped off where we picked you up.

Practical information

Pick-up is at 08:00 from your hotel or a nearby selected meeting point in Reykjavik. Picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes so your patience is greatly appreciated. Available pick-up points: Arctic Adventures’ pick-up list.

Please note: 2 people ride each buggy. If you are on your own, there is an odd number in your group, or you prefer to ride solo, you should select a solo rider to upgrade.

You need to bring a valid driving license.

Please note

These are two separate tours and if one of the tours gets canceled, the other will still be available for you to join.

FAQ

How is it best to be ready for a pick-up for a tour with Arctic Adventures?

This is a great question. We ask all participants to be ready from the start of the pickup time indicated. This is because you may well be the first pick up of the day. Please be at your assigned location at the start time that you chose when booking the tour.

Here you should wait for your guide.

Have your email and phone number listed with us so we can contact you if we run into any trouble finding you.

View our pick-up locations in Reykjavík.

Can I drink alcohol before or during Arctic Adventures tours?

Before and during activities on the multi-day tours consumption of alcohol is prohibited. If we suspect that a participant is intoxicated, we will prohibit them from joining the activity.

After the activities of the day are finished, you are welcome to have a drink and relax.

Do you offer any family friendly tours, for younger children?

Yes, we do. Langjökull Ice Cave is a magical experience, the tour has no minimum age and is a wonderful option for the whole family. Whale Watching with our partner company Elding has been a favourite with families traveling with young children, these guys have a great success rate in seeing whales (upwards of 98% in the summertime).

Another option would be the Landmannalaugar Safari on this tour you get to explore parts of the Icelandic highlands and bathe in natural hot springs. Most of our super jeep tours are also suitable for children over the age of 6 years old. If you would like a nice and relaxing experience we would also recommend the Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon tour.

Can the itinerary for the tour change?

Your safety is our number one priority! Keeping this in mind, Arctic Adventures reserves the right to adjust the itinerary and/or take different routes depending on conditions. Please read more information in our cancellation policy.

Is there a guide on each Arctic Adventures tour?

Yes, there is a specially trained and certified guide on each of our tours. The only exception to this is for our self-drive tours.

All of our tours are guided in English.

Can the guide advise if I am eligible for rescheduling the tour and/or a refund?

No, our guides are not able to provide information on these matters, but our team will be happy to assist you. We kindly ask that you reach out to our customer care team regarding any questions or concerns.

What type of power outlets are used in Iceland? Do I need to bring an adapter?

The standard in Iceland is 230V and 50Hz and we use F-type power sockets and plugs, so you might have to bring an adaptor if you are visiting from UK, USA, Canada or other countries using a different voltage, Hz or plugs.

How are the tours rated in terms of difficulty?

Our tours are split into four different categories that help participants to understand what to expect from the tour. The categories are Easy, Moderate, Challenging and Demanding. Each tour is rated making it easier to find tours that suit you.

For further information about the difficulty ratings and descriptions.

How does carbon offsetting work?

We’ve partnered with the Kolviður Fund in a new carbon offsetting program, which passengers can select to participate in at the time of booking.

The Kolviður Fund is the oldest, most respected carbon offsetting program in Iceland. With your support, one tree will be planted in special Kolviður forests in Iceland to carbon offset your tour with us.

Kolviður forests are strategically planted to absorb the maximum amount of CO2 and the forests are protected for a minimum of 60 years. During their lifetime the trees absorb carbon and store it in their root system, trunk, and branches. Trees also prevent soil erosion and maintain storage of carbon in the soil.

Do you offer a tour that is solely the Golden Circle?

Yes, we offer the tour Golden Circle small group tour which is basically the Golden Circle with some extra stops. This tour is focusing on sightseeing and the history of Iceland. Our stops are Gullfoss waterfall, Þingvellir national park (home to one of the first parliaments of the world), Geysir hot spring area and the historic Skálholt cathedral. View Golden Circle Tours.

I want to book the Golden Circle in combination to another tour, what are my options?

We offer numerous options to spice up your Golden Circle tour and to make the most of your day. Here is a list of all of some great tours.

All year around options:

Golden Circle, Super Truck and Snowmobiling
Golden Circle Small group tour
Golden Circle and Snorkeling
Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon
Golden Circle and Super Jeep tour
Golden Circle and Caving

Summer season:

Golden Circle and Rafting

What sights will I see on the Golden Circle?

The tour is based around the three most popular attractions in Iceland Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall and The Great Geysir. We offer several Golden Circle trips that combine sightseeing with some of our adventure tours.