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Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater

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11 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Embark on a journey to discover four iconic attractions along the Golden Circle Route: Geysers, The Golden Waterfall, Thingvellir, and the dramatic Kerið Volcanic Crater. However, instead of returning directly to Reykjavík after exploring these natural wonders, this tour offers a unique twist. You'll have the opportunity to indulge in a relaxing two-hour soak in geothermal pools, while enjoying breathtaking views of the magnificent Whale Fjord.

What's Included

  • Entry to the Kerid Volcanic Crater
  • Free Wi-Fi on bus and USB chargers next to every seat
  • Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik
  • Lunch – we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch or snacks
  • Bathing suit
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up takes place between 8:30 and 9. Please be ready at your designated meeting point from 8:30. Please note that pick up location can be either at your hotel or collection point set by the City of Reykjavík if lodging is located within the area with limited commercial traffic. Your exact pick up location will be confirmed by the tour operator no later than 24 hours after booking this tour.

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The Geothermal Park Hveragerdi

Once picked up, our initial stop on the Golden Circle Tour is the Iceland Hot Springs Park in Hveragerði. A brief drive will bring you to the Eilífur Geyser, which erupts every 15-20 minutes. Stroll along the park's trails, enveloped by bubbling hot springs that highlight Iceland's geothermal marvels. Savor hverabrauð, a sweet bread baked using geothermal heat in the on-site bakery. Inside the greenhouse, witness banana plants thriving in this unique geothermal setting.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Kerid Crater

Next stop is at Kerid, a brightly colored volcanic crater. Kerid is only a few thousand years old, and the crater’s colorful appearance comes from iron deposits in the rocks. The caldera is also covered with lush banks of velvet-green moss. Inside the crater lies a shallow turquoise-colored lake, making Kerid one of the most striking sights seen anywhere in Iceland.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Gullfoss Waterfall

Gullfoss, or The “Gold Falls” in English, are a two-step waterfall fed by the nearby glacier at Langjokull with freezing meltwater, thundering down 30 meters into a deep ravine. The power of these cascades creates a lot of mist and spray, so you might get a little wet if you get too close! On sunlit days, that means there will be constant displays of brilliant rainbows too.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Geysir

The next stop on your Golden Circle tour is Geysir, the highlight of the Haukadalur geothermal area. Bubbling with “hot spring” activity, this is the place that gave geysers all over the world their name. There you can admire Strokkur - an active geyser erupting every 10-15 minutes.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Thingvellir National Park

Thingvellir National Park is a place where you will see the astonishing spectacle of continental plates tearing apart. Here you can stand with one foot in America and the other in Europe, on either side of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Thingvellir is a place of great historical and cultural significance for Icelanders. It’s where its first parliament met for a thousand years, as chieftains would gather to make laws, dispense justice and settle disputes. Some were even executed in the “drowning pool”!
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hvammsvik Hot Springs

At the end of the day, the bus will head towards Whale Fjords, leading you to Hvammsvik Hot Spring. Here, you can immerse yourself in the perfect combination of geothermal water from 1400 meters below the surface and seawater from the nearby Atlantic Ocean. This extraordinary blend of water forms a continuous flow that cascades between pools, spills over their edges, and returns to the ocean, guaranteeing exceptional water quality and purity.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total duration of the tour includes driving time between locations
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Entry to the Kerid Volcanic Crater.
  • Free Wi-Fi on bus and USB chargers next to every seat.
  • Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik.
  • Admission fee to Hvammsvik Hot Spring.
  • Professional tour guided in English in a minibus.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch – we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch or snacks.
  • Bathing suit.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 10..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small-Group Golden Circle, Hvammsvík Spa with Ticket & Crater 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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 2026

What's Included

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  • Entry to the Kerid Volcanic Crater
  • Free Wi-Fi on bus and USB chargers next to every seat
  • Pick up and drop off within Reykjavik
  • Admission fee to Hvammsvik Hot Spring
  • Professional tour guided in English in a minibus
  • Lunch – we make scheduled stops so that guests can buy lunch or snacks
  • Bathing suit

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total duration of the tour includes driving time between locations
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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