Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

Reykjavík, Iceland

Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

$147 (Per Person)(All-In Price)

Overview

Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour Experience

Golden Circle sightseeing and Northern Lights tour from Reykjavík in one full day.

Details

Experience two iconic Icelandic adventures in a single day. Begin with the Golden Circle, exploring Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet above ground. Walk between the plates and enjoy the dramatic landscapes shaped by Iceland’s geology and history.

Next, visit the Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur Valley. Witness Strokkur erupt every 10 minutes, sending boiling water 20–40 meters into the air, and explore surrounding bubbling mud pools. Continue to Gullfoss, Iceland’s most famous waterfall, where the Ólfusá River plunges into multiple tiers, creating a powerful misty spectacle viewable from several vantage points.

The tour also stops at Kerið volcanic crater, formed over 3,000 years ago. Guests can admire the crater from the edge or descend 55 meters to the lake below for a unique perspective of this ancient eruption site. After the Golden Circle, return to Reykjavík for a break and dinner before the evening Northern Lights tour.

In the evening, depart the city in search of aurora displays. Travel to optimal locations beyond light pollution, with stops tailored to the predicted sky conditions. Enjoy homemade hot chocolate while guides provide insight into Icelandic myths and cultural stories surrounding the Northern Lights. Guests can receive guidance on capturing photos of the aurora with phones or cameras.

Duration: 12 hours and 30 minutes

Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún, Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting Point
  • Please meet the tour at Bus Stop # 12 (opposite Storm Hotel)
  • You will be picked up within 30 minutes of the departure time
  • You can find directions to this location at busstop.is


Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

$294 /Per Person

  • Offered daily, August through April
  • 24-hour advance booking requirement
  • 24-hour advance cancellation policy

What's Included
  • A shared Golden Circle and Northern Lights tour
  • Professional guides
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Kerið volcanic crater entrance ticket
  • Hot chocolate during Northern Lights tour
  • All fees and taxes
What's Not Included
  • Food or drinks other than the hot chocolate
  • Gratuity
  • Pickup and drop-off (available for an additional fee)
Know Before You Go
  • Comfortable shoes, water, and snacks advised
  • Warm, water- and windproof clothing recommended
  • All tickets are e-tickets; printing not required
  • Northern Lights sightings are not guaranteed; free rescheduling valid for 36 months if missed
  • Total touring time is approximately 12.5 hours; weather or other delays may extend duration
  • Not recommended for guests with back or heart problems


Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

$294 /Per Person

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