The Golden Circle and South Coast Waterfalls Private Tour from Reykjavik

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Gullfoss — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Seljalandsfoss waterfall — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Pressed by time but what to see more? This is a compact tour that combines some of the most famous waterfalls in of South of Iceland and The Golden Circle, which is a popular route in Iceland that brings you to experience not only Iceland’s nature, but also geology and history. We will cover Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park where Viking settlers stood centuries ago to edict national laws, Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss, the spectacular golden waterfall, Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Arctic Advanced ehf.

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Driver/guide
Included: 4X4 SUV
Included: Hotel pickup
Included: Private Guide

Not included

Not included: Food and beverages
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Thingvellir National Park

30 min

Thingvellir National Park where the oldest parliament was founded in the world over 1000 years ago. Many crucial events in Icelandic history took part here and it is also on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Here you will also see how the earth is ever so slowly pulling apart along the North-America and Eurasian tectonic plates.
Strokkur

30 min

Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur where you can see geysers, hot springs, steam vents and eerie blue algae. Although the Great Geysir is relatively dormant, Strokkur, also being one of the largest and most powerful geysers, it erupts almost every 5 minutes.
Gullfoss Falls

30 min

Many consider Gullfoss to be the queen of Icelandic waterfalls, as it is both high and mighty and stumbles in a deep gorge. Gullfoss is in fact 2 separate waterfalls, the upper one has a 11m drop and the lower one with 21m, beautifully angled creating a dramatic cascade.
Seljalandsfoss waterfall

30 min

Seljalandsfoss is just over 60m surrounded by beautiful cliffs and slopes. There is a footpath behind the waterfall where depending on road conditions we can actually take a walk behind the waterfall for a different view.
Stop 5

30 min

Skogafoss is one of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland. Also measures around 60m in drop, it boasts a width of 25m. On sunny days it’s not unusual to see double rainbow through the spray created by the waterfall.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hotel Muli
Center Hotels Skjaldbreid
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Hotel Hilda
Borealis Hotel
Alva Hotel - Brautarholt
Arctic Comfort Hotel
Hotel Eyja
Fosshotel Baron
Hotel Reykjavik Grand
Hilton Reykjavik
Hotel Cabin

and 56 more pickup points

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.

Good to know

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
In Iceland all itineraries are designed to be flexible taking weather conditions into account.
Subject to weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
Bring warm clothes and your camera