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Golden Circle & South Coast. Private Day Tour

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On average, this is booked 29 (0) days in advance.
12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

This incredible tour takes you around the Golden Circle and the South Coast in one day to visit the main attractions of Iceland’s two most popular routes. Admire the beauty of Iceland by visiting Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, Reynisfjara black sand beach, Gullfoss waterfall, Thingvellir Valley of Geysers, and National Park, Continental Rift, and more.

What's Included

  • Private tour for your party
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Reykjavik
  • Driver/guide services
  • Food and drinks
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Thingvellir National Park

Thingvellir National Park is famous for both historical and geological matters. On the one hand, this is the place where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates split. On the other hand, it is a symbolically important place in the history of the Icelandic nation formation, the place of the national assembly fount by the first settlers in the Viking Age.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gullfoss Waterfall

Gullfoss is one of the most famous waterfalls in Iceland, consisting of two stages. The height of the first cascade is 11 meters (33 ft), and the second is 21 meters (65 ft). The waterfall flows into the canyon with walls reaching up to 70 meters (230 ft) in height. Geologists believe the canyon was formed due to glacial outbursts at the end of the last ice age.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Haukadalur

During this stop, we will walk through the small geothermal valley of Haukadalur, famous for its Geysir and Strokkur hot springs. Although Geysir is inactive today, Strokkur, the largest active geyser in the country, erupts every 5-10 minutes up to 20-35 meters (60-100 feet) in height.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fridheimar

The Fridheimar tomato greenhouse is recommended for visiting and having lunch on a trip.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Seljalandsfoss

Seljalandsfoss is a supremely graceful waterfall fed by the meltwater of the Eyjafjallajokull glacier. This impressive natural wonder falls about 63 meters (200 feet) into the quiet pool below, and there is a hidden trail behind the falls so that you can watch the waterfall from all directions.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Vikurfjara Black Sand Beach

Reynisfjara is the most famous black sand beach on the south coast of Iceland. Its beautiful black sand and pebbles, vertical basalt columns, powerful ocean waves, and the nearby Reinisdrangar sea cliffs make Reinisfjara a truly unique place to visit.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Skogafoss

Skogafoss, one of Iceland's largest and most elegant waterfalls, is 60 m (195 feet) high and 25 m (75 feet) wide. It generates a lot of sprays, which on sunny days often creates a bright single or even double rainbow, adding to the charm of Skogafoss Falls. We can walk to the waterfall's base and the stairs to the observation deck to see the waterfall from above.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Golden Circle & South Coast. Private Day Tour?

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 Golden Circle & South Coast. Private Day Tour?
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:
  • Private tour for your party.
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Reykjavik.
  • Driver/guide services.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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 Golden Circle & South Coast. Private Day Tour 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 Golden Circle & South Coast. Private Day 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 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

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  • Private tour for your party
  • Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Reykjavik
  • Driver/guide services
  • Food and drinks

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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