Iceland · Dolphin or Whale Watching

Grand Golden Circle & Whale Watching Tour

12 Hours Round trip from Reykjavík Easy pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Combine whale watching and the Golden Circle in one day
  • 02 Cruise from Reykjavík in search of minke whales, dolphins, seals and more
  • 03 Visit Thingvellir National Park, a site of historical and geological significance
  • 04 See the geothermal area at Geysir
  • 05 Stop at the powerful Gullfoss waterfall
  • 06 Visit the volcanic crater lake at Kerið
  • 07 Travel by bus between Iceland’s famous natural sights

Combine two of Iceland’s most popular experiences in one full-day adventure: whale watching from Reykjavík and the classic Golden Circle sightseeing route. Start the day on the water in search of marine life in Faxaflói Bay, where minke whales, dolphins and seals are commonly seen, with orcas spotted semi-regularly.

In the afternoon, continue by bus to some of the country’s best-known natural landmarks. Visit Thingvellir National Park, the geothermal area at Geysir, the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, and the striking volcanic crater at Kerið for a memorable day of wildlife and landscapes.

Start the day on the water in search of marine life in Faxaflói Bay, where minke whales, dolphins and seals are commonly seen, with orcas spotted semi-regularly.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Reykjavik, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Whale Watching Boat tour from Reykjavík harbour

Join Special Tours Adventures at Sea for a cruise through Reykjavík bay and beyond in search of Minke, Orca, dolphins and more on this family friendly 3 hours excursion from Reykjavík´s Old Harbour

Thingvellir National Park

Striking landscapes and rock formations can be found here at Thingvellir National park, a place of great historical and geological significance.

Geysir

Gullfoss Waterfall

Kerið volcanic crater

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Reykjavík 4 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • WIFI
  • ENTRY OR ADMISSION FEE
  • BUS FARE

What's Not Included

Pickup and drop off from various central locations is available for an additional charge.

Otherwise, the meeting point for the tour is at the Special Tours ticket office in the old Harbour (Geirsgata 11, 101 Reykjavík).

Drop off is the Tour Bus stop #12, located in central Reykjavík.

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 12 hours finish where they began, in Reykjavík.

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