Golden Circle, the Blue Lagoon with admission tickets included and Kerid Volcanic Crater
By NicetravelMust-see
There is a very good reason why the Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon are at the top of list of must see places for most visitors to Iceland!
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Difficulty
- Very easy
- Season
- All year
- Minimum age
- 5 years
- Getting there
- Pickup included
- Book by
- 30 minutes before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 h before
from
31.900 ISK
per adult
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Thu 1 Oct · 09:00
- Fri 2 Oct · 09:00
- Sat 3 Oct · 09:00
- Sun 4 Oct · 09:00
Runs: All year
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
Why it's on Icebreaker
Golden Circle Day Tour
The Golden Circle delivers travellers to a trio of classics a stone's throw from the capital: Þingvellir national park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss. It is Iceland's most popular route: not crowded like Venice, but not tranquil like some advertising may lead you to believe. The Grapevine recommends a guided tour for this one, which frees up your eyes for the view. At Geysir the main act is Strokkur, erupting roughly every five minutes; at Gullfoss the view changes every few metres along the path. These are eight-to-eleven-hour bus trips with BusTravel Iceland, Nicetravel or Arctic Adventures, picking up in Reykjavík. Most add Kerið, the crater Arctic Adventures bought in 2023; the longest end with a soak at the Blue Lagoon, admission included. Lunch is not.
From the Icebreaker app, curated with The Reykjavík Grapevine.
Prices
| Adult12+ years | 31.900 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children5 - 11 years | 19.900 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
There is a very good reason why the Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon are at the top of list of must see places for most visitors to Iceland! Here you combine these two magic places in one day tour with comfort admission tickets into the Blue lagoon and admission to the Kerid Volcanic Crater included in the package.
Your day starts by driving from Reykjavik to the historic site of Thingvellir 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.
After enjoying the experience of Thingvellir, you will travel onwards to the world famous site of the hot spring Geysir. 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. 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 tourist attractions is Iceland, Gullfoss will amaze you with it´s raw power and beauty, plummeting down 32 meters into a rugged canyon.
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. Admission to the Kerid is included in the tour price.
After this visual feast, it is time for you to head onward to the Blue Lagoon to spend the rest of your day relaxing in the natural hot water and enjoying the fantastic facilities there. The Blue Lagoon is sold out on most dates but as this tour includes the admission tickets, you can start looking forward to enjoying this unique place as soon as you have completed your booking of the tour.
After spending 2 hours at the Blue Lagoon, it is time to head back to the bright lights of Reykjavik where you can reflect on an amazing day and enjoy the rest of your night.
What's included
- Professional tour guided in English in a minibus
- Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik
- Entry to the Kerid Volcanic Crater
- Comfort admission tickets to the Blue Lagoon (includes Silica Mud Mask, Use of a Towel and a non-alcoholic drink)
- Children aged 2-11 share a locker with parent/supervisor at the Blue Lagoon. A drink and towel are included with a child pass
- Free Wi-Fi on bus
What to bring
- Warm, wind & waterproof clothes
- Good walking shoes are recommended
- Camera
Good to know
- Pickup takes place between 08:30 – 09:00 – so please be ready from 8:30 at your pick up location.
- The tour reaches the Blue Lagoon just before 17:00 / 5pm and departs from there at 19:00 / 7pm, returning back to Reykjavik around 20:00 / 8pm.
Tour information:
Available: All year
Duration: 11 hours
Activities: Sightseeing
Difficulty: Easy
Minimum age: 5 years old
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup is part of this tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is Golden Circle, the Blue Lagoon with admission tickets included and Kerid Volcanic Crater?
- About 11 hours, not counting pickup.
- How much does Golden Circle, the Blue Lagoon with admission tickets included and Kerid Volcanic Crater cost?
- From 31.900 ISK. Adult (12+ years): 31.900 ISK. Children (5 - 11 years): 19.900 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Is hotel pickup included?
- Yes. Pickup is part of the tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.
- What is the minimum age?
- 5 years.
- When does it run?
- All year round. Departures are listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it very easy.
Explore more
- Lagoons and hot springs
- Volcano tours
- Day tours from Reykjavík
- Tours in Reykjavík
- Tours in Golden Circle
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