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Spend your day exploring Iceland’s record-breaking travel route, including a visit to the colorful Kerid Crater, and enjoy a well-deserved spa ritual in the evening! This all-year-round adventure takes you to the top-rated attractions on the Golden Circle. With a small group, you can experience Iceland in a more intimate way. And what could be better than a relaxing 7-step wellness treatment after an eventful day of sightseeing?
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Get ready for a sensational 9-hour trip starting from Reykjavik! Right after pick-up, we'll head out into the fresh morning air for a lovely drive along the Golden Circle. There, we'll soak in the history of Thingvellir National Park, get up close to the breathtaking Gullfoss Falls, and witness the incredible geysers of the Haukadalur Valley in action!
You will have plenty of time to enjoy and photograph each attraction as your local guide shares fascinating stories about them. On the way back, we will make a quick stop at the Kerið Crater. Then, in the evening, you will be treated to some traditional Icelandic bathing rituals at the geothermal Sky Lagoon.
Our adventure begins with a scenic 45-minute drive to the first stop on the Golden Loop: Þingvellir National Park. This UNESCO-recognized site is where the country's first parliament, Althingi (Alþingi), was born. As soon as you enter this historic place, you'll notice the unique geological features like gorges and ravines. Such terrains result from the movement of the two tectonic plates between which the park lies. You will have a one-of-a-kind opportunity to walk in the famous Rift Valley, which is located right in the middle of the North American and Eurasian continents.
Get ready for the second wonder of the day as we head to the breathtaking double-tiered Gullfoss Waterfall. You will hear the sound of its thundering waters before you even see it. This massive giant can carry up to 5,000 cubic feet of water per second (140 cubic meters per second). We’ll admire its never-ending flow from the lower and the upper viewing platforms. While you take pictures, your guide will share the inspiring story of the falls. You might also find out why it is called the “Golden Waterfall.”
We'll wrap up our Golden Route with a visit to the Hakadalur Valley. This hot spring area is teeming with all kinds of fascinating geothermal activity that you will be able to observe up close. We’ll walk past numerous steam vents, boiling mud pots, mineral-stained fumaroles, and, of course, impressive water-shooting geysers.
You will see the legendary Geysir that gave the name to all the other erupting springs in the world. Iceland’s most active geyser, Strokkur, will amaze you with its power. Every 4-10 minutes, it shoots fountains reaching up to 65.6 feet (20 meters)!
On the way back, we will stop by the place often called the "Eye of the World." Kerid Crater is a water-filled volcanic lake that formed 6,500 years ago. You will be able to hike down one of the red-colored walls to reach the contrasting aquamarine pool at the bottom. This stunning attraction is worth the visit in every season. In summer, the slopes are covered with green moss, and all the colors pop against each other. In winter, the lake freezes and turns an even brighter blue - perfect for photos.
After all that exploring, it's time to relax and unwind in one of the world's finest geothermal spas. The Sky Lagoon is a modern wellness center just a few minutes' drive from the capital. You'll get to experience a traditional 7-step skincare ritual. It starts with a soak in the warm lagoon, followed by a cold plunge. Then, you'll relax in a sauna with an amazing view of the North Atlantic Ocean. This is followed by a refreshing mist, exfoliating scrub, and a steam room, and ends with a warm shower. It’s a perfect conclusion to our adventurous day.
Pick-up starts at 08:00 from your accommodation or a nearby authorized meeting point in Reykjavik. It can take up to 30 minutes for everyone to be picked up. Your patience is appreciated.
Available pick-up points: Arctic Adventures’s pick-up list.
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.
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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
No, for all your questions and concerns you would need to contact our customer service.
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.
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.
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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.
