Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR in Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland

Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews12 hoursFrom $1,177
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59/100

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5.0/5

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Is Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR worth booking?

Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR is a 12-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $1,177 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
12 hours
From
$1,177 per person

Enjoy the highlights of both the Golden Circle and the South Coast in a day. Walk through the beautiful Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the birthplace of the oldest existing parliament. Geysir Hot Spring area is a rare natural phenomenon where boiling water erupts 30 meters, every 5 minutes. Experience the magnificent and powerful Gullfoss Waterfall, a set of glacial river cascades falling 32 meters into a narrow canyon. Travel to the South coast, to see the natural highlights. Along the South Coast of Iceland stop at the two beautiful waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Visit the outlet glacier Sólheimajökull and see the effect of climate change on glaciers. Stop at the Reynisfjara Black Beach to look at some amazing volcanic formations, column basalt and basalt sea stacks, Reynisdrangar. Reynisfjara Black Beach was, in 1991, ranked as one of the ten most beautiful non-tropical beaches in the world.

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy the highlights of both the Golden Circle and the South Coast in a day. Walk through the beautiful Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the birthplace of the oldest existing parliament. Geysir Hot Spring area is a rare natural phenomenon where boiling water erupts 30 meters, every 5 minutes. Experience the magnificent and powerful Gullfoss Waterfall, a set of glacial river cascades falling 32 meters into a narrow canyon. Travel to the South coast, to see the natural highlights. Along the South Coast of Iceland stop at the two beautiful waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. Visit the outlet glacier Sólheimajökull and see the effect of climate change on glaciers. Stop at the Reynisfjara Black Beach to look at some amazing volcanic formations, column basalt and basalt sea stacks, Reynisdrangar. Reynisfjara Black Beach was, in 1991, ranked as one of the ten most beautiful non-tropical beaches in the world.

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided Tour

    Not included

    • Lunch

    What you'll see and do

    1. Thingvellir National Park

      Thingvellir is characterized by tectonic rift valley and marks the rifting of the Eurasian and North American plates from each other. In 930 the Icelandic Parliament, the first democracy in the world, was established at Thingvellir. Thingvellir became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004.

      60 minutes here

    2. Strokkur

      Did you know that the english name “geyser”, derives from the one and only in the Haukadalur area in Iceland? The geyser Geysir itself erupts boiling water up to 70 meters, but is almost inactive now. Strokkur, only few meters apart from Geyser, erupts on average every 5 minutes.

      60 minutes here

    3. Gullfoss Falls

      Near Geysir is the Gullfoss Waterfall, which probably tops the list of being the most beautiful waterfall in Iceland. Enjoy the view from above and walk down the path to get close to the powerful waterfall.

      60 minutes here

    4. Seljalandsfoss waterfall

      Seljalandsfoss is a 60 m high waterfall, beautifully located and exceptional because you can enjoy it from behind. A path takes you around the waterfall and standing behind it is a rare and unique experience. However, on very cold days the path can be closed because of ice, but then you have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful icy landscape.

      60 minutes here

    5. Skógafoss is one of the most famous waterfalls in Iceland. It is also 60 m high and about 25 m wide. Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss are both in glacier rivers, meltwater from Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. Eyjafjallajökull is now famous for it’s 2010 volcanic eruption that disrupted air traffic in Europe.

      60 minutes here

    6. Solheimajokull Glacier

      Sólheimajökull is an outlet glacier, flowing out of the ice cap Mýrdalsjökull. Underneath Mýrdalsjökull is the famous volcano Katla. Glaciers are retreating and disappearing around us on an unprecedented rate. It is predicted that in a few decades the glaciers in Iceland will all be gone.

      15 minutes here

    7. Reynisdrangar

      Iceland is a volcanic island, made up mainly of basaltic material that is black in colour. Hence, the “Black Beaches”. The black beach was, in 1991, ranked as one of the ten most beautiful non-tropical beaches in the world. On the beach, there are remarkable basalt columns. Reynisdrangar is a sea stack, a geological formation made by wave erosion of surrounding material.

      60 minutes here

    8. Volcano Eyjafjallajokull

      Hopefully the weather allows a view of Eyjafjallajökull volcano, which is famous for it´s eruption in 2010.

      15 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Reykjavik

    Please meet us at bus stop number 8, at the car park on the right hand side of the church when facing the church.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations.

    Ends at

    Please meet us at bus stop number 8, at the car park on the right hand side of the church when facing the church.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, da, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Travelling Iceland

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Pace and timing

    1 mention

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Small groups

    1 mention

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Craig_W · August 2026

    Do both the golden circle and south coast!

    We had a great time on this trip and Erla was an exceptional guide. This was a perfect way for us to wrap up our last day in Reykjavik, and while it was a long day, I'm glad that we did both the golden circle and south coast as I think we would have been disappointed if we had chosen to do only one of the destinations. Erla was flexible with what we wanted to see and we were able to spend a little more time in some areas and less time in others. Highly recommend this excursion and company!

    Response from the operator: Dear Craig, thank you so much for choosing to travel with us and for taking the time to leave a review. We truly appreciate your kind words and are happy to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. All the best from Iceland, Helga

    via Viator

    cpelou · May 2026

    Great "Half A Day" Tour

    A very nice "little" tour if you just have about 5+ hours to fill. The excursion is done in a small modified van with a small group, visiting the essentials of Reykjavik's "Golden Circle". (Note: if you are a "big & tall" person, you will not be comfortable due to the small sizes of the seats and very limited leg room). Rebecca was a great guide! Highly recommended!

    Response from the operator: Travelling Iceland operates exclusively private tours, so I just wanted to check whether this review was intended for us. 🙂 That said, thank you for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Iceland and appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. All the best from Iceland, Helga Bára

    via Tripadvisor

    Explore52770974885 · May 2026

    Rarely have I been on such a well run and interesting tour. Helga, our guide, was thoughtful, timely and flexible.

    This tour was a wonderful experience because of the magnificent Icelandic landscape, but also by our guide Helga, who made the trip relaxed and exciting. I would highly recommend this company.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience and for choosing Travelling Iceland for your adventure in Iceland. We hope to see you again some day soon. all the best from Iceland, Helga

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    12 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $1,177 to $2,060
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Travelling Iceland, who run 8 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.7.

    See everything Travelling Iceland runs

    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)18
    Booking momentum (14% weight)10
    Value for money (12% weight)65
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.

    How much does Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR cost?

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    Prices start at $1,177 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR take?

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    Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.

    Is Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?

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    On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Reykjavik?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR?

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    Included: Guided Tour. Not included: Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 22 listed pickup locations in and around Reykjavik.

    What languages is Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Portuguese, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Danish and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Golden Circle & South Coast in 1 Day - PRIVATE TOUR?

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    Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

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