Small group Tour: Golden Circle Premium and Lava Tunnel
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Experience the very best of Iceland’s natural wonders on this unforgettable Golden Circle adventure. Begin your journey at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia drift apart in a dramatic rift valley.
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- All year
- Minimum age
- 3 years
- Getting there
- Pickup included
- Group size
- Up to 19
- Book by
- 48 hours before
from
23.400 ISK
per adult - 13 and more
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Sat 3 Oct · 08:30
- Sun 4 Oct · 08:30
- Mon 5 Oct · 08:30
- Wed 7 Oct · 08:30
Runs: All year
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel
Formed by an eruption over 5,000 years ago, this lava tube is just a short drive out of Reykjavík and makes a great adventure for both the novice explorer and intrepid caver. The natural and marks formed inside the tunnel are stunning and surprising reminders that nature is an incredible artist.
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Prices
| Adult - 13 and more13+ years | 15.000 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children: 12 and less0 - 12 years | 11.000 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
Experience the very best of Iceland’s natural wonders on this unforgettable Golden Circle adventure. Begin your journey at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia drift apart in a dramatic rift valley. Walk through this historic site, where Iceland’s first parliament was established over a thousand years ago. Continue to the awe-inspiring geothermal area of Geysir, where the lively Strokkur geyser erupts skyward every few minutes, offering an exhilarating display of Iceland’s volcanic energy. Just a short drive away, witness the raw power and beauty of Gullfoss, the “Golden Falls,” as glacial water crashes into a rugged canyon below.
Break for a delicious farm-to-table lunch at Efsti-Dalur, a charming family-run dairy farm dating back to 1750. Savor locally sourced dishes and treat yourself to their famous homemade ice cream—often called the best in the world. After lunch, stop by the serene Faxifoss waterfall, a wide and peaceful cascade surrounded by lush countryside. Finally, step into the underground world of Raufarhólshellir, one of Iceland’s longest lava tunnels. Explore the vivid colors and fascinating rock formations left behind by a volcanic eruption over 5,000 years ago. This tour offers a perfect blend of geology, history, and Icelandic culture, all in one incredible day.
What to bring
- Weatherproof clothes
- Warm clothes
- Sturdy, waterproof footwear
Good to know
- Age limit: 3 Years old
- Walking on uneven ground inside the lava tunnel
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup is part of this tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.
Cancellation
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 Small group Tour: Golden Circle Premium and Lava Tunnel?
- About 10 hours, not counting pickup.
- How much does Small group Tour: Golden Circle Premium and Lava Tunnel cost?
- From 23.400 ISK. Adult - 13 and more (13+ years): 15.000 ISK. Children: 12 and less (0 - 12 years): 11.000 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?
- 3 years.
- When does it run?
- All year round. Departures are listed for the next twelve months.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it easy.
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- Lagoons and hot springs
- Caving and lava tunnels
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- Day tours from Reykjavík
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- Tours in Reykjavík
- Tours in Golden Circle
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