Iceland · Land Adventure

Golden Circle & Ice Cave Tour in Monster Truck from Reykjavik

11 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 02 See Strokkur erupt in the Geysir geothermal area
  • 03 Marvel at the dramatic Gullfoss waterfall
  • 04 Ride onto Langjökull in a specially designed monster truck
  • 05 Explore a natural ice cave inside the glacier
  • 06 Learn about Icelandic geology, glaciers, and local folklore
  • 07 Enjoy sweeping views across the snowy glacier landscape

Experience some of Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders in one unforgettable day, combining the classic Golden Circle with a glacier adventure on Langjökull. Travel from Reykjavík to Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and the powerful Gullfoss waterfall before heading into the highlands for a monster truck journey onto the ice.

At Langjökull, ride in a specially designed glacier truck and step inside a natural ice cave hidden within the glacier. Along the way, hear stories of Icelandic geology, glaciers, and local folklore from your guides, and enjoy extraordinary views across snowy landscapes shaped by fire and ice.

This tour is ideal for travellers who want to pair Iceland’s famous sightseeing route with a more adventurous glacier experience, all in a single day from Reykjavík.

Strokkur erupts every 4–8 minutes, shooting water up to 25 meters into the air, while the original Geysir remains dormant.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Reykjavik, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir, Langjökull
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Choose pick up point in Reykjavik

You will start your Icelandic adventure from the convenient pick-up locations around the city. Pick up starts at 08:30 and can take up to 30 min.

Thingvellir

Start with a scenic drive in Superjeep/modified small bus to Þingvellir National Park, where Iceland’s first parliament was founded in 930 AD. Þingvellir is also a geological marvel—here, you can see the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. This unique blend of history and geology earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2004.

Geysir

Continue to the Geysir geothermal area, where you'll see vibrant yellow sulfur, red iron-rich rocks, and pale silica deposits. Strokkur erupts every 4–8 minutes, shooting water up to 25 meters into the air, while the original Geysir remains dormant. Before heading to the next location, you’ll have the chance to buy a quick lunch on-site.

Sleipnir Tours Iceland - Meeting Point

Now it is time for the Sleipnir Monster Truck Glacier Adventure! Your Golden Circle Guide will bring you right to us!

Ice Cave & Langjökull Glacier Adventure

To the Glacier: We head toward Langjökull, the “Long Glacier,” where each turn reveals breathtaking new scenery. Once inaccessible, this majestic glacier is now within reach thanks to our powerful, specially designed Red Glacier Truck, offering a smooth and safe ride to the top.

Stories Along the Way: Enjoy fascinating insights from our expert guides, who share stories of local folklore, glacial science, and the unique geology of Iceland.

Ice Cave Exploration: Step inside the glacier itself and explore a stunning ice cave, where layers of crystal-clear ice are streaked with black volcanic ash from ancient eruptions. The deep blue tones of compressed ice and frozen ash create a surreal, otherworldly atmosphere—like walking through frozen history.

A Photographer’s Dream: Capture unforgettable moments inside the ice cave or outside on the vast, snowy expanse of Langjökull, with panoramic views that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Return to Gullfoss: After your glacier adventure, we return to Gullfoss waterfall.

Gullfoss

Marvel at Gullfoss, the spectacular “Golden Falls,” as it thunders into a dramatic gorge below. Walk right up to the edge along the viewing paths to feel the power of the falls up close—the roar of the water, the mist on your face, and on sunny days, rainbows dancing in the spray. It's a moment you won’t forget.

Back to Reykjavik

After an unforgettable day of adventure, we’ll relax aboard our comfortable Superjeep/modified small bus for a scenic journey back to Reykjavík—what a day to remember!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. 5 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guided Golden Circle Tour in Superjepp/modified small bus with our partner
  • Guided transfer from Gullfoss to Sleipnir Monster Truck Base
  • Guided 3-4 hour Tour to Langjökull Glacier in the one of the Largest Glacier Trucks in Iceland (tour time includes transfer to and from Gullfoss)
  • Ice cave visit
  • Crampons/Spikes
  • Restroom on Board of Sleipnir Truck
  • Pick up from Hotel/Guesthouse or Bus Stops in Reykjavik.

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks. Best to bring some snacks and bottled water for the trip.

Know before you go

  • Your safety is our priority; therefore this tour part may be canceled on the day prior due to weather conditions
  • Minimum age 4 years
  • Booster seats are available, please prebook
  • Pick up is INCLUDED in the price
  • Pick-up is operated in a Superjeep or modified mini-bus. Please be ready at your designated pick-up location at 08:30. The pick-up window can take up to 30 minutes. The pick-up and Golden Circle tour are operated by Arctic Adventures. If your pick-up is delayed beyond the window, please call.
  • The Golden Circle Tour part is operated by our partners. Driver guides narrate during the drive and allow guests to explore independently at each stop (Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss)
  • We reserve the right to modify the itinerary due to weather and road conditions. This might result in that some stops at the highlights are shortened, or during high winter due to short daylight hour are held when it is already getting dark.
  • The operation of this tour depends on the conditions of the glacier. Due to sudden and unexpected weather changes, the monster truck experience might be canceled after the tour departs from Reykjavík
  • Bring with you some snacks/packed lunch and water. While we stop along the way at Geysir to buy food before boarding the Monster Truck, but there might be limited time for that.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Reykjavík.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Reykjavík.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Reykjavík..

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