Private Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik
Overview
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7 hours
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In this private tour you will be driving in a comfortable vehicle to natural treasures with a local guide.
Geysir hot spring area, Gullfoss waterfall, Þingvellir National Park, Kerið volcanic crater and Faxi waterfall.
When you visit those places on a day trip the locals always talk about it as the Golden Circle.
Extra photo stops are made at carefully selected locations along the way.
This tour is guided by a local certified guide who partly grew up in this area so if you want some inside stories and see those sights through the eyes of a local this tour might be the one for you.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Reykjavik
Pick up
Kerid Crater
The Kerid crater is distinguished by its vivid, aquamarine-colored lake nestled within the volcanic caldera. The contrasting colors of the red volcanic rock and the azure waters create a mesmerizing sight that's a photographer's dream. The relatively young age of the crater, estimated to be around 3,000 years old, adds to the intrigue of this natural wonder. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the rim of the crater, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes and the striking contrast between the volcanic slopes and the serene lake below. The well-preserved cone shape and the accessible trails make Kerid an ideal destination for those seeking both geological wonders and scenic beauty.
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Private Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking fee Faxi Waterfall
Parking fee Þingvellir National Park
Admission fee to Kerid Crater
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
112 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
What a wonderful...
Shannon C,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful introduction to this incredible country! We effectively had only a long weekend, meeting our adult daughter at approximately the halfway point between where we’re both based. Our tour was comfortable, informative, personalized and personable. Thank-you! We were already discussing how much we’d like to return before we’d even left.
Personal and interesting
Cat P,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I’ve done tours and experiences in the past in Iceland and have found that you essentially follow the same formality. With a personal tour you can choose how long or shorty you stay somewhere and have the flexibility to add extra stops and see more things than on a larger tour. The guide was so experienced and told stories along the way…worth the money!
Excellent Gold Circle tour
Eric S,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day seeing the sights. Very informative. Professional and friendly. Spent from 9am to 4pm seeing the sights.
You are looking for a tour at your own pace and quality. Here it is.
Scarlett T,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience, the trip was very pleasant, quiet, well explained, at our pace, shopping or having something without anyone rushing you. The car super clean and comfortable. If you are looking for a quiet experience, with excellent service, without having to worry, here it is. 10/10 VIP service
Amazing tour, Bijarni is the absolute best
Jacqueline B,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We absolutely LOVED this tour! The sites on the Golden Circle were breathtaking. Our tour guide Bijarny purposely went counterclockwise to avoid the crowds. We were SO thankful for this when we had places like Kerid Crater and Thinvillir Park to ourselves. He also took us to the "outdoor bakery" where they bake bread in the volcanic soil, explaining the entire process. While the sites are beautiful, it is Bijarni that made this tour amazing. Within minutes of meeting him, he makes it feel like you've known him for years. He is native to Iceland and one of the best story tellers I have ever met. I would take a tour with Bijarni that went no where, just to drive around with him and listen to his stories. We always book tours when we travel and Bijarni is the best tour guide we've ever had. When we go back to Iceland we will be sure to book all of our tours with Bijarni.
Relaxing, well arranged private tour
Easby H,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We found our private tour with Bjarni to be very enjoyable and relaxing. He is flexible and has an easygoing demeanour and we never felt rushed or pressured to meet a schedule. You can stay a little longer somewhere or leave earlier. He has been a professional guide for a long time and is very knowledgeable and you can ask as many questions as you like. He also had arranged the order of the tour with certain stops at the right time to minimize competing bus traffic and to provide a lunch or washroom break. We would recommend for a professional private tour.
Very enjoyable private tour with easy going and professional guide
synToronto,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took private tour with Byorkin (apologies if I got the spelling wrong). We found our guide to be professional, but very flexible and easy going. We never felt pressured or rushed. We could stay longer at an attraction or leave sooner. He was knowledgeable and patient and you can ask as many questions as you like. He also based the route on your timing trying to go opposite to most large bus tours. Everything is taken care of in terms of making stops for snacks or a washroom at the right time. Seeing the sites is important, but the way you do it also contributes to the experience. We found that the no stress approach of taking an experienced guide (on a rainy day) was the correct way to go. We would recommend.
Great private tour of key sights in southeastern Iceland from Reykjavik.
TomHowes,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bjarni our guide picked us up promptly at 0800 just outside our apt. Very nice Islandic gentleman with excellent English and we went on our tour of the southeastern part of Iceland. The tour took us up the southeast shore from Reykjavik to geiser spouts and later a beautiful waterfall and gorge. Then onto the national park area astride the divide between Europe and North American where we stopped for a potty brake and a sandwich/coffee. At that point, we started back toward Reykajvik. Bjarni explained a lot about Iceland and had stories galore. What a great adventure and outting. Strongly recommend.
Expert insights and a whole lot of fun!
ForUs3,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bjarni was terrific from setting up the tour to executing a fantastic day. He shared a mix of Golden Circle highlights with some off-the-beaten track wonderful experiences. The full day excursion flew by in a flash. We were in awe of the natural beauty of course, but also came away with wonderful knowledge of unexpected things like: -sheep sorting -cherry tomatoes - historical use of no-man’s land between the continents. Highly recommend this company and their quality excursions
Perfect GoldenCircle tour with the perfect Guide!
Dennis C,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a remarkable Golden Circle Tour today. Our guide was so knowledgeable, professional and pleasant. His personality blended perfectly with ours and he was very attentive and flexible to our needs. I would do it all over again with him if we had more time here.
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