Day 01
Golden Circle Glacier & Northern Lights, afternoon tour
GOLDEN CIRCLE GLACIER & NORTHERN LIGHTS, AFTERNOON TOUR
Iceland · Geological Wonders
Afternoon Delight
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Visit Þingvellir National Park and walk through a dramatic lava field
- 02 See Strokkur geyser erupt in the geothermal area of Haukadalur
- 03 Admire the two-tiered Gullfoss waterfall
- 04 Travel toward Langjökull, Iceland’s second largest glacier
- 05 Follow the historic Kjölür interior mountain road
- 06 Look for northern lights in winter or enjoy the midnight sun in summer
Discover some of Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders on this afternoon adventure from Reykjavík. Travel the famous Golden Circle to Þingvellir National Park, where the ancient parliament site sits beside the dramatic rift of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, then continue to the geothermal area of Haukadalur to witness Strokkur erupt and explore the colourful hot springs.
The journey continues to the powerful Gullfoss waterfall before heading toward Langjökull, Iceland’s second largest glacier, along the historic Kjölür mountain road. Depending on the season, the experience may include driving onto the glacier or snowmobile activities nearby, followed by time in the countryside before returning to Reykjavík to search for the northern lights in winter or enjoy the midnight sun in summer.
Travel the famous Golden Circle to Þingvellir National Park, where the ancient parliament site sits beside the dramatic rift of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, then continue to the geothermal area of Haukadalur to witness Strokkur erupt and explore the colourful hot springs.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
9 Hours
Tour type
Private
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Not included
Transport
Not included
Wheelchair access
Not applicable
City
Reykjavik
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- NATIONAL PARK ENTRANCE FEE
What's Not Included
- FOOD AND DRINKS
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Reykjavík, IS
Tour start
Reykjavík, IS
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Reykjavík.
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