The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik
Overview
Available languages
6 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Embark on a captivating 6,5-hour tour from Reykjavik to experience Iceland's Golden Circle. This adventure includes visits to three iconic natural wonders: the Geysir geothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall, and Þingvellir National Park.
Your journey features the Geysir geothermal area, where you'll witness Strokkur geyser erupting with boiling water every few minutes. Next, marvel at the majestic Gullfoss waterfall as it cascades into a rugged canyon, creating mist and rainbows that capture the raw beauty of Icelandic nature.
The tour also includes Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site of great historical and geological significance. Here, the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet. Walk through this unique landscape and explore the birthplace of the Icelandic parliament, Alþingi, established in 930 AD.
Travel in comfort on a modern bus, accompanied by a professional guide who provides insightful commentary.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We recommend to dress according to the weather.
What To Expect
Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia
Meeting point for the tour.
Strokkur
The Geysir geothermal area boasts spouting springs, including Strokkur, the most active geyser in Iceland
Options
Tour from Bus Terminal
Pickup starts 30 min before
Pickup from hotels or port.: This option provides pickup from various hotels and designated locations in central Reykjavik and starts 30 minutes before. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Pickup from your accommodation or bus stop.
Bus fare
Carbon Neutral tour in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies
Free Wi-Fi
App-based audio guide in multiple languages.
Pickup from Cruise Port included if option selected
Professional local guidance
Food and drinks
Headphones for the audio guide
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2,203 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun Trip
AdventureTraveler769,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour and our guide Ritchie were great. Great information and a fun trip.
Gudjon making guiding Fun for Iceland!
rockinva,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What I enjoy is learning things about an area with humor! Our guide, Gudjon does just that! His dry and witty sense of humor, keeps you engaged about the history, culture and traditions of Iceland! I highly recommend him and this tour.
Beautiful Golden Circle tour
Navigate18670373552,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mikki was a great guide - our tour was very informative and beautiful
Fabulous
Catherine H,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both the driver and the guide were incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The tour surpassed our expectations.
Lots to see
SaoirseC8,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elly was a lovely guide and you see lots on this tour. The pick up/drop off can be tricky to work out but lots included in the tour. Definitely worth doing
Experience and entertaining guide
leopold1160,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide Leifur was very knowledgeable and could tell a story about every stone between Reykjavik and the Gold Circle sites. Very informative and entertaining
Well organized
lolitach,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide was very good and all the places amazing
First trip in Iceland
Dream08482241948,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We have just finished this trip , and can say that parts of it were spectacular,the geysers and the water falls, our guide Gunner R A and driver Tommi were very friendly and informative, on the whole a very worthwhile trip .
Fantastic guide - very knowledgeable
Fearless59114588630,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Would definitely recommend Thank you Gunnar and Tommi
Fantastic experience!
Merel d,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well arranged, time commitment per stop is sufficient and total time duration is not too long. Our guide, Hersey, was very enthusiastic and helpful.
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