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Golden Circle & Caving

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Visit the Golden Circle Highlights & Step into a Lava Cave!

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Young female walking on Thingvellir National park path way in spring

Golden Circle route gullfoss waterfall surrounded by green grass and grey skies in spring

Large crystal formations inside Raufarhólshellir lava tube, Iceland.

Thingvellir national park three small white houses in spring

Tourists crouching down using safety helmet torch to view lava tunnel walls up close

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About tour

This Golden Circle and lava-caving adventure combo are not to be missed. Experience the most inspiring day out in south Iceland! Add a lava tubing adventure to your Golden Circle experience. Visit Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir hot spring area, and Thingvellir national park and explore a hidden underworld of a lava cave.

This day tour has everything: stunning natural beauty, interesting history, amazing geological wonders, and an excellent caving adventure! Join us for an easy, family-friendly tour for all participants over 6 years of age.

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Highlights

Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)
Gullfoss Waterfall
Geysir Hot Spring Area
A Visit to a Lava Tube Cave
Family-Friendly Tour

Included

Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík
English Speaking Tour Guide
All Required Safety Equipment
Free WiFi on Board Your Bus

What to bring

Warm outdoor clothing
Thermal underwear and a warm sweater of either fleece or wool
Waterproof jacket and pants
Headwear
Gloves
Good warm sturdy hiking shoes are highly recommended
Shoe Spike Grips (Oct-Apr)

Tour Snapshot

Availability All Year

Duration 10 hours

Departs From Reykjavik

Level Easy Suitable for most people in fair condition.

Minimum age 6 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 day starts with a visit to the world under a lava field. Where you get the chance to witness how the volcanoes created Iceland. You'll embark on an amazing hike through an ancient underground lava tube. After exploring the fascinating underworld in the Raufarhólshellir Lava Tube, you will be dropped off at a café bakery for a lunch break. You will then be picked up at around 12:00 for an exciting drive to the famous Golden Circle, including Iceland's key attractions, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss Waterfall.

Our first stop will be the historic Þingvellir National Park (en. Parliament Fields). Þingvellir is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the original birthplace of the oldest existing parliament in the world. It is also the place where the tectonic plates of North America and Europe meet with a clearly visible rift valley. You will learn about the Vikings and their meetings here as well as the geological forces of nature that have formed the national park.

Continuing our journey, we head to the geothermal area of Geysir, home of the famous erupting hot spring. Come and watch the heated water gurgle, bubble, and escape the ground with enormous force up to 25 meters high.

Our third and last stop for the day is Gullfoss (e. Golden Waterfall), the undisputed queen of Icelandic waterfalls. Gullfoss is truly an incredible sight to admire, with water rushing down three steps of lava layers exhibiting breathtaking power and grandeur.

We end our day in Reykjavik, where you can get dropped off at one of our authorized locations. A great way to explore a lava cave followed by Iceland’s most famous natural attractions!

Pick-up & Return time

Pick-up Information: Pick-up is at 08:00 am from your hotel or a nearby meeting point in Reykjavík. June 1st - September 15th, the pick-up will start at 07:45 am.

Available pick-up points: Arctic Adventures’ pick-up list. Picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes. Your patience is much appreciated.

Return Time: You will return to Reykjavík around 06:00 pm approximately.

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.

Attractions map

Explore the top attractions of the tour with our interactive map

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 make the most of your day. Here is a list of some great tours.

All year-around options:

Summer season:

Winter season:

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.

Do I need crampons for this tour?

If you're visiting during winter, typically from mid-October to mid-April, we highly recommend using lightweight crampons (also called ice spikes) for added safety on icy paths while sightseeing. You can purchase them during the booking process to ensure a more secure and comfortable experience.

Find more details about crampons and ice spikes in this guide.