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Golden Circle Private Tour with Kerid Crater & Faxi Waterfall

Difficulty

Easy

Duration
8 hours
Price from

152.900 ISK

Discover Iceland’s Golden Circle on a private tour from Reykjavík, visiting Þingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Faxi Waterfall, and Kerið Crater with a dedicated guide.

Iceland's Golden Circle is one of the great road trips of the world: tectonic rifts, erupting geysers, thundering waterfalls, and a volcanic crater that looks like it belongs in a painting. You could do it on a shared bus with forty strangers. Or you could do it like this.

This is a fully private tour. Your group of up to 3 or 8 people gets a dedicated guide and a vehicle that belongs entirely to you for the day. No fixed pace, no waiting for other passengers, no compromises. If you want to stay longer at Gullfoss because the light is perfect, you stay. If you want to watch Strokkur erupt one more time, you watch. The day is yours.

Your private guide brings deep knowledge of Iceland's history, culture, and landscape to every stop. They are there to answer questions, provide context, and make sure your group gets the most out of every moment on the route.

The route takes you across some of the most dramatic terrain in Europe: ancient history, living geothermal fields, waterfalls that stop conversation, and a crater with colours that genuinely do not look real. Full details of each stop are in the itinerary.

Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your Reykjavík accommodation is included. The itinerary order may be adjusted on the day due to weather or road conditions.

  • Professional English speaking driver-guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik
  • Private tour for up to 3 or 8 passengers
  • Transportation in a comfortable private vehicle
  • Wi-Fi & Phone charging facility in the vehicle
  • Bottled water and Break for a meal
  • All parking fees and local taxes
  • Kerid Crater entrance fee included

Clothing & footwear
  • Warm, waterproof, and windproof outer layer – Icelandic weather can change within minutes regardless of season.
  • Thermal base layer and mid-layer fleece for colder months (October-April).
  • Sturdy, waterproof hiking shoes or boots – paths at Þingvellir and Gullfoss can be wet, muddy, or icy.
  • Warm hat, gloves, and a scarf – especially important outside summer months.

  • Pickup from Reykjavík

    Your private guide will pick you up directly from your hotel or designated pickup point in Reykjavík in a comfortable private vehicle. After a short introduction, you’ll begin your journey into Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.

  • Þingvellir National Park

    Your first stop is Þingvellir National Park, one of Iceland’s most important historical and geological sites, where you can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, visit the site of the world’s oldest parliament (Althingi), enjoy stunning views of lava fields, cliffs, and lakes, and take time for short walks and photos.

  • Öxarárfoss Waterfall

    Located inside Þingvellir National Park, Öxarárfoss is a beautiful waterfall framed by basalt cliffs, where you can walk up close to the cascade, take photos of the dramatic volcanic landscape, and enjoy a peaceful nature break.

  • Geysir Geothermal Area

    Next, you’ll visit the famous Geysir geothermal area, home to bubbling hot springs and steaming vents, where you can watch the Strokkur geyser erupt every few minutes, explore colorful geothermal pools, and learn about Iceland’s volcanic activity.

  • Gullfoss Waterfall

    Continue to the powerful Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls, where you can walk along viewing platforms offering different perspectives, feel the mist from the roaring glacier-fed cascade, and capture breathtaking photos of this natural wonder.

  • Faxi Waterfall

    Your journey continues to the quieter Faxi Waterfall, located on the Tungufljót River, where you can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere away from large tour groups, walk close to the waterfall, and even spot salmon jumping during the summer months, adding a unique and relaxed touch to your Golden Circle experience.

  • Kerid Crater

    The final stop is the striking Kerid volcanic crater, known for its red volcanic rock and blue lake, where you can walk around the crater rim, descend closer to the lake for photos, and learn about Iceland’s volcanic history.

  • Return to Reykjavík

    After exploring Kerið, you’ll relax on the drive back to Reykjavík, where you’ll be dropped off at your original pickup location.

  • A 100% charge applies if canceled within 1 days of the start time.
  • A 5% charge applies if canceled within 999 days of the start time.

Please note

Confirmation & pickup
  • You will receive a booking confirmation immediately after purchase.
  • Exact pickup time will be confirmed by the operator at least 24 hours before departure.
  • Hotel pickup is included.
  • Groups of 1-3 travel in a private sedan; groups of 4-8 travel in a private minivan.
Health & accessibility
  • This tour involves easy walking on uneven natural terrain. It is not recommended for guests with serious mobility limitations.
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Children & age requirements
  • Children of all ages are welcome – the tour is family-friendly.
  • Parents or guardians are responsible for the safety of children throughout the tour.
Food & drinks
  • Food and drinks are not included. Cafés and snack options are available at stops.

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