Overview
The Golden Circle Tour takes you on a journey through Iceland's breathtaking landscapes and its most iconic sites.
Þingvellir National Park, Geysir geothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall, and Kerið Crater Lake.
You will start at Þingvellir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the world's oldest parliament, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet.
The tour will also include a stop at Geysir, where you can witness the powerful geysers and hot springs.
Gullfoss waterfall, one of Iceland's most beautiful, will be another highlight of the tour. On the way back, you'll visit Kerið Crater Lake, formed by a volcanic eruption and characterized by its bright blue waters and surrounding red volcanic rocks.
The tour includes information about the natural and historical aspects of Iceland. Available all year long.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Fuel surcharge
- Lunch Each guest have to buy its own food at the selected restaurant.
- WiFi on board
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Vonarstræti 101
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Ráðhúsið
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Thingvellir National Park
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Efstidalur II
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fridheimar
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Geysir
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gullfoss Waterfall
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Kerid Crater
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Reykjavik
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Golden Circle Classic Private Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Private transportation.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Lunch. Each guest have to buy its own food at the selected restaurant.
- WiFi on board.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Golden Circle Classic Private Tour is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Golden Circle Classic Private Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Fuel surcharge
- LunchEach guest have to buy its own food at the selected restaurant.
- WiFi on board
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
