Golden Circle and Kerid Crater from Reykjavik Cruise Terminal, Reykjavik

About this activity

Embark on a captivating journey through the Golden Circle, with convenient pick-up from designated locations in Reykjavik or the Skarfabakki cruise ship terminal.

We'll begin at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.

Next, we'll explore the geothermal area near Haukadalur Valley where you'll witness the awe-inspiring geysers, including the legendary Geysir, which gave its name to these natural wonders.

Prepare for an unforgettable encounter with the majestic Gullfoss waterfall. Stand at the edge of the canyon and feel the spray on your face as you witness the stunning beauty of this iconic Icelandic landmark.

Finally, we'll visit the stunning Kerid Crater, a vibrant volcanic crater lake.

This tour packs the best of the Golden Circle into a shorter timeframe, making it ideal for cruise passengers and Reykjavik visitors alike seeking an unforgettable Icelandic experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 17 people
People per booking: 1–17
Guide: English
Operated by: Gateway to Iceland

Ages: Children (0–5 years) · Youth (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Kerid Crater admission
Included: Small-group tour (tour operated exclusively on minibuses with a maximum of 19 passengers)
Included: Professional and local driver/guide
Included: Pickup and drop-off from designated bus stops & hotels
Included: Live commentary on board

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (available for purchase during stops)

Itinerary

Golden Circle Route

30 min

Golden Circle tour is the tour to take if you only take one tour in Iceland! The duration of the stops vary, but it is (very roughly) at least 30 min at each of the main sights.
Thingvellir National Park

45 min

You will take a short walk through Thingvellir, a National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, located directly between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. The history here is also fascinating; Thingvellir was the original site of what is now the longest-running parliament in the world, formed in 930 AD.
Gullfoss Falls

30 min

Admire the majestic waterfall Gullfoss. The sheer power of the falls is mesmerizing, and its history is inspiring.
Strokkur

30 min

Another stop will be in the geothermal are near Haukadalur valley. This hilly area has a lot of hot springs, but what it is most renowned for is its geysers. The largest, Geysir gave the world the word geyser, while Strokkur is the most active in the area, shooting water up to 30 meters high every five to ten minutes.
Kerid Crater

30 min Admission included

Visit the stunning Kerid Crater, a vibrant volcanic crater lake. The vivid colors of the lake and surrounding landscape offer a perfect photo opportunity and a unique glimpse into Iceland's volcanic history.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Muli
Stay Apartments Bolholt
B14 Hostel
Brim Hotel
Alba Guesthouse

and 87 more pickup points

Some of the center hotels are located in the restricted area where we aren't allowed to drive. Please find your hotel below and meet us at it's designated bus stop. Thank you for understanding.

PLEASE NOTE: These bus stops for tour buses are not the same as the bus stops for city buses. The tour bus stops have a blue pillar with pink bus sign at the top and the number and name of the bus stop. The city bus stops have a yellow "S" in a red circle (S as Strætó - city bus). Please do not wait at the city bus stops!

Once you submit/confirm with us a specific bus stop, please meet us exactly at that bus stop and not any other.

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Bus stop 1 – Ráðhúsið – City Hall:

Center Hotels Plaza

Downtown Hostel

Hotel Reykjavik Centrum

Iceland Parliament Hotel

Kvosin Downtown Hotel

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Bus stop 3 – Lækjargata (near the Hard Rock Café):

Alva Apartments

Apotek Hotel

City Center hotel

Hotel Borg

Hotel Reykjavik Saga

Radisson Blu 1919

Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel

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Bus Stop 4 - Miðbakki

Black Pearl Apartment Hotel

Exeter Hotel

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Bus stop 6 – Safnahúsið – The Culture House (corner of Ingolfsstraeti and Hverfisgata:

101 Hotel

Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll

Center Hotels Skjaldbreid

Hotel Frón

Loft Hostel

Thingholt by Center Hotels

Vintage Hotel Apartments

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Hallgrímskirkja (Bus Stop 8)

B47 Hostel

Baron's Hostel

Hotel Holt

Hotel Odinsve

Leifur Eiriksson

Reykjavik Downtown Hotel

Sunna Guesthouse

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Bus stop 9 – Snorrabraut:

100 Iceland Hotel

4th Floor Hotel

Alfred's Apartments

Center Hotels Laugavegur

Hotel Vera

Hotel Von

Laugavegur Apartments

Skuggi Hotel

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Bus stop 12 – Höfðatorg (in front of Fosshotel Reyjavik):

Storm Hotel
Fosshótel Reykjavík
Tower Suites

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Bus stop 13 – Rauðarástígur (in front of Centerhotel Miðgarður):

Centerhotel Miðgarður

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Bus stop 14 - Skúlagata (corner of Skúlagata/Klappastígur)

41 - A Townhouse Hotel

Alfred's Studios

Ion City Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Suites

Sandhotel

The Swan House

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Bus Stop 15, Vesturbugt:

Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels

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BSÍ Bus Terminal:

Travel Inn

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If your accomodation is located more than 10minutes walking from our pick up locations, you can contact us directly though Viator chat or send us an an email. We will try to arrange the best pick up location for you.

Using your ticket

Local supplier telephone number: 534 4446

IMPORTANT: Please be ready outside your pickup location by 9am. You will be picked up between 9-9:30am. depending on the pickup list order and traffic. Please have your phone on and ready to receive a phone call during the pickup time if needed.
Please make sure you board on a minibus with Gateway to Iceland and not with any other company.
Pick up from some hotels in Reykjavik and otherwise designated bus stops. If you have put in a location where you cannot be picked up from, you will be contacted by email.
Duration of the tour is approximately 7 hours.
Warm, windproof and waterproof clothes and outdoor shoes are highly recommended.
Food and drinks are not included in the price of the tour, however, there are refreshment stops on the tour, therefore you do not need to bring your own food, you can purchase it at the restaurant/café.
Gateway to Iceland reserves the right to delay, alter or cancel any tour due to weather or any other unsafe conditions for the safety of our clients or if a minimum number of participants are not reached.
The tour operates with a minimum 4 adult participants.

Child Seats / Boosters

It is required by the Icelandic law to have Child Seats / Boosters. As some families already travel with their own, it is kindly asked of you to notify the tour by email/phone in case you would like the tour to provide you one for the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: due to the driving restrictions in Reykjavík, we cannot guarantee a hotel pickup from all hotels. In case your hotel is located in the restricted area, we will ask you to meet us at a designated bus stop, which is never more than few minutes walking distance.
Please notify us in case you need us to provide you a child seat or when you travel with a service animal.
The tour operates with minimum 4 adult participants.