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The 15 Best Golden Circle Tours from Reykjavík

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Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss are the same three stops on every version, so the choice comes down to group size and what gets added on the way back. These 15 compare Kerid, the Secret Lagoon and the snowmobile add-ons on price and finish time.

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater - Hveragerði gives you an easy start
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

1.Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24,485 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $82Our pick

Join BusTravel Iceland for a 7 to 8.5-hour Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik. You’ll see Strokkur erupt, feel Gullfoss spray, walk at Þingvellir, and view Kerið crater. Guides such as Barbara, Andrea, Gary, and Thor add Icelandic history, geology, folklore, and humor along the way.

“Fascinating, guide was really informative and interesting. Amazing sights, loved all the stops on the route. Really great trip”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour - Reykjavik pickup and the first part of the morning
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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

2.Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,009 reviews · 10 hours · from $132

Spend 10 hours touring Iceland’s Golden Circle from Reykjavik, with stops at Kerid crater, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir. You also get 1.5 hours at the Secret Lagoon, a warm and peaceful break. English-speaking guides such as Sunny, Jessica, Anna, and Daniel lead the day.

“Excellent trip exploring the golden circle and loved the secret lagoon! Our guide Sunny was fantastic, telling us lots of interesting information and keeping us entertained.”

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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater - Pickup from Reykjavik and the small-group ride
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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

3.Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,631 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $249Top rated

Spend about 11 hours with Nicetravel visiting Iceland’s Golden Circle, Laugarvatn, Kerid Crater, and Blue Lagoon. Pickup, Wi-Fi, transport, crater entry, and Blue Lagoon Comfort admission are included. Guides such as Halldor, Monika, Walter, and Dominique bring local stories and humor to the day.

“Fantastic! Jonas did an amazing job with the tour, and beat the weather for us to see everything! I highly recommend him and this tour!”

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Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik - Þingvellir: where politics and tectonic plates meet
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Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

4.Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,195 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $73Best value

Ride from Reykjavik by air-conditioned coach to Thingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss. An English-speaking guide such as Eric, Flosi, Leifur, or Albert adds history and geology, while WiFi, pickup options, and a six-and-a-half-hour schedule keep this classic route simple.

“Excellent trip and guide was very knowledgeable. Transportation excellent and sights to visit awesome”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour - Thingvellir: geology beside Icelandic history
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

5.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,351 reviews · from $243

Join Nicetravel for an 11-hour minibus tour from Reykjavik to Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and the Blue Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Elias, Filip, Walter, and Christina bring local stories, extra photo stops, and practical help to a busy but well-paced day.

“Pick up is on Time and all people in the group is nice. Guide is professional and very keen on time. We have enough time to explore and also had a good learning about the places we been to.”

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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik - Strokkur: the stop with a built-in show
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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

6.Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,826 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Set out from Reykjavik with a professional English-speaking guide for an 8.5-hour Golden Circle tour. See Strokkur erupt, walk above Gullfoss, explore Thingvellir’s plate boundary, and add Kerid Crater, with transport, pickup, and return included.

“It was an awesome experience. We learned a lot about Iceland, its history, nature, and traditions. The guide also provided multiple valuable recommendations on what to see and try food-wise.”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour - Leaving Reykjavík by coach
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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full Day Tour

7.Golden Circle Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,337 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $84

Travel from Reykjavík by warm, Wi-Fi-equipped coach to Þingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss. An English-speaking guide such as Karen, Darren, Rosa, or Stoney provides history, folklore, and practical help. Pickup is optional, and you get time to walk, take photos, eat, and shop.

“Excellent day out, got to see amazing sights with a very knowledgeable guide.”

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Small-group Golden Circle Classic Tour from Reykjavik - Reykjavik pickup and the first ride east
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Small-group Golden Circle Classic Tour from Reykjavik

8.Small-group Golden Circle Classic Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,023 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $116

Travel from Reykjavik in a minibus of up to 19 people to Iceland’s key Golden Circle sights. You’ll see Gullfoss, Strokkur, Thingvellir, and Kerid Crater, with guides such as Wendy, Sergio, Franklin, and Erik adding stories, humor, and occasional bonus stops.

“Driver was kind and very patient with us. Good driving in snowy conditions. Made it very personal. Definitely enjoyed the smaller group van than the big bus.”

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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - Thingvellir, where parliament met and plates pull apart
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

9.Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,932 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $253

Spend 11 hours with a small group of up to 18, visiting Iceland’s Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, and Blue Lagoon. A professional guide such as Siggie, Ottar, or Dooley handles the driving, stories, timing, and central Reykjavik pickup. Blue Lagoon Comfort admission includes a towel, silica mask, and one drink.

“This was an amazing full day trip! Tony, our guide, was extremely knowledgeable and helped make our trip fun and memorable. There was plenty of time at each stop, the Blue Lagoon was fabulous with about 2 hours to soak and relax.”

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Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Strokkur: your best chance to see an Icelandic eruption
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Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

10.Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,906 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $168

Spend a full day exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle with a local guide such as Rakel, Ian, or Gummi. Walk through Thingvellir, watch Strokkur erupt, feel Gullfoss’s power, then soak at the rustic Secret Lagoon. Pickup is offered from selected hotels and bus stops.

“Rakal the tour guide is amazingly knowledgeable, makes you feel so welcomed and like you've known her for years. The secret lagoon is the perfect way to end such a fabulous day seeing all of the beauties the Golden Circle tour offers. The small group makes the trip feel personal and intimate rather than being on a full bus load of tourists. Would highly recommend.”

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The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - Gullfoss: the waterfall that demands proper shoes
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The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

11.The Golden Circle Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,726 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $88

From Reykjavik, visit Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir on a 6.5-hour guided bus tour. Expect local guides such as Steinnun, Gunnar, Lasma, or Dylan, an app-based audio guide, free Wi-Fi, and pickup from your accommodation, bus stop, or cruise port when selected.

“Well worth the time and money. Lawman our guide was terrific and informative and couldn’t be nicer. Driver Kuge(?) was attentive and diligent. Great scenery”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik - Secret Lagoon: the day’s warm reset
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

12.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,660 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $127

Travel by shared coach from Reykjavik to Kerid Crater, Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir, then soak in the Secret Lagoon. Guides such as Sunny, Thor, Heidi, and Daniel bring local stories, volcanic facts, and humor to a full 10-hour day. Entry fees are included, but bring money for food and a towel.

“Simon was a careful driver and Edward was a knowledgeable and interesting guide. Each of the sites were well worth the trip!”

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From Reykjavik: Best of Golden Circle Guided Tour - Geysir and Strokkur: Iceland’s most reliable eruption
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From Reykjavik: Best of Golden Circle Guided Tour

13.Best of Golden Circle Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,646 reviews · from $79

Travel from Reykjavik by air-conditioned coach to Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater. An English-speaking guide such as Richie, Sunny, Thor, or Heidi may lead the day, with stories, clear timing, and free time at each stop. Expect about 7 to 8.5 hours on the road.

“I love all the sites that were included in the tour. Best value for the price 😀”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour - Þingvellir: where geology and government meet
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

14.Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,583 reviews · 11 hours · from $252

Set out from Reykjavík with an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Siggie, or Monia for Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, Kerið crater, and the Blue Lagoon. Admission, towel, silica mask, one drink, WiFi, and hotel or cruise-port pickup are included. Expect a full day and a compact minibus.

“Great day trip to see some amazing sights in Iceland and the Blue Lagoon was the perfect ending to a busy day! Our tour guide was great too, very informative and good humour too.”

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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour - Laugarvatn and Iceland’s geothermal kitchen
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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

15.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,550 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend about 11 hours with Nicetravel visiting Iceland’s Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, and either Blue Lagoon or Hvammsvík. Expect hotel pickup, a maximum of 19 people, Wi-Fi, and guides such as Christina, Filip, Dominika, and Kristófer, with time for stories, photos, and a long hot soak.

“It’s a full day, you get to see all the different aspects of Iceland from volcanoes and earthquakes, to the blue lagoon.”

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