Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour
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Is Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour worth booking?
Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour is a 12.5-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $1750 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 12.5 hours
- From
- $1750 per person
This tour combines two of the most popular daytours in Iceland for decades and with our private driver guide you will get a personal quality service throughout the day. With a private tour you are able to see the highl
What you get
About this experience
This tour combines two of the most popular daytours in Iceland for decades and with our private driver guide you will get a personal quality service throughout the day. With a private tour you are able to see the highlights of the Golden Circle and South Coast in only around 12 hours - something that is not possible with bigger groups.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
Not included
- Lunch
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Thingvellir National Park
Þingvellir National Park is so many things - first of all beatiful nature, unique nature, the only place in the world where you can see our tectonic plates meet. It is also one of the most historic sites in Iceland - where our old parlament was held. We will stop here for about an hour - visit the amazing viewpoint Hakið and from there walk down the biggest rift in the area - in between the tectonic plates and the location of the Wall from Game of Thrones.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Geysir
Geysir geothermal area is not the biggest one but with the erupting hot spring Strokkur it is most likely the most breathtaking one here in Iceland. Erupting in average every 4 - 7 minutes. But others hot spring are also worth the visit. Geysir, dormant but still the biggest one and many others spouting or bubbling showing us all this colours. Just amazing.
45 minutes here
Gullfoss Falls
Some people say Gullfoss or the Golden waterfall is the most beatiful one here in Iceland and we have many - you just have to be the judge of that. Around 32 meters (105 feet) in two steps so we can enjoy it from two levels and with the milky/brown glacier river colour you can just imagine why it got the golden name from - or what ?
45 minutes here
Fridheimar
Friðheimar tomato and horse farm is a nice stop on our way from the Golden Circle to the South Coast. And a good stop for lunch. At the bar we can try the tasty and very famous tomato soup with bread - or the tomato beer - or one of the Bloody Mary you can find here - or the tomato ice cream. And before or after have a walk around the greenhouse with all the tomato plants. And before heading back to the car we can check out the icelandic horses they breed here on Friðheimar farm.
60 minutes here
Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss waterfall - around 60 meters (200 feet) gets it water from Eyjafjallajökull glacier or E15 as it was called after the eruption in 2010. In sommertime it is possible to walk behind it but if we are visiting in winter it is worth the stop - even in the evening when floodlighted.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Volcano Eyjafjallajokull
Eyjafjallajökull can be seen in good weather from big part of the South Coast route and the weather is in our favour we will make a view point stop on the way to hear about this giant volcano who interrupted so many travel plans in 2010.
Pass by without stopping
Skógafoss waterfall feeds from a mountain pass between two of our glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull glacier and Mýrdalsjökull glacier so it can be enormous. Falling down about 60 meters (200 feet) and we can walk so close at the bottom that we can almost touch him.
45 minutes here
Reynisfjara Beach
One of the most breathtaking beaches in Iceland not only because of the black sand stretching in all directions. Here we can also enjoy view towards the famous Reynisdrangar sea cliffs. The basalt columns are amazing here at the beach and the lava formation all around them. Stop at the Black Sand Beach is surely something you dont want to miss out.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Your Private Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
What a DAY!!
What a great day!! Well worth the money and time for both the Golden Circle and the South Coast. For a small fee we were able to get a larger vehicle for our 4 person group. The guide was so sweet and full of information.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 12.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.
How much does Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour cost?
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Prices start at $1750 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 Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour take?
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Plan for about 12.5 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 Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day 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 Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day tour?
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Around 0 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 12.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Iceland's Golden Circle & South Coast - day 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, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater, Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk. 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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