Iceland · Photography

Private Golden Circle Captured

10 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private Golden Circle day tour from Reykjavík
  • 02 Visit Thingvellir National Park and walk between two continents
  • 03 See Strokkur erupt in the Geysir geothermal area
  • 04 Take in panoramic views at Gullfoss Waterfall
  • 05 Enjoy a scenic hike to the hidden Bruarfoss waterfall
  • 06 Includes a professional photographer guide throughout the day
  • 07 Receive an edited photo package after your tour

Discover Iceland’s most famous sightseeing route on a private Golden Circle tour that combines dramatic landscapes with a professional photo experience. Travel from Reykjavík to Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and mighty Gullfoss Waterfall, then round out the day with a scenic hike to the striking blue waters of Bruarfoss.

Along the way, your certified driver guide and professional photographer will capture portraits, group shots, and landscape images so you can stay present and enjoy the experience. After the tour, you’ll receive an edited photo package as a lasting keepsake of your day in Iceland.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Reykjavik, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Private Golden Circle Captured Tour

Pickup

Depart from Reykjavik at 8:00am. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and start your adventure towards Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.

Thingvellir National Park

Our first stop takes us to the historic Thingvellir National Park,  the birthplace of Icelandic democracy. Here, you will walk between the  continental plates that separate Europe and North America, witness the  power of Öxarárfoss waterfall, and marvel at the serene beauty of  Iceland’s largest natural lake, Thingvallavatn.

Geysir

Our second stop brings us to the mesmerizing Geysir  geothermal area. Here, you can witness the earth’s incredible power as  boiling water and steam erupt from the ground in mesmerizing displays.  We will have our camera ready to capture you next to the famous Strokkur geyser which erupts every 4-10 minutes.

Lunch Break

Here, we will also make a 30-40 minute lunch stop at the Geysir  Centre across the street which serves a la carte hot food as well as a  variety of sandwiches and beverages.

Gullfoss Waterfall

Next, we go to Gullfoss Waterfall, also known as the  “Golden Waterfall”.  Plunging 32 meters into a rugged canyon, It is one  of Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders as well as the second most  powerful waterfall in the country. You will be able to witness the  cascading water from a series of observation decks and trails that wind  their way around the falls, providing panoramic views of the surrounding  landscape.

Hike to Bruarfoss Waterfall

You will finish your day’s adventure with a hike to Bruarfoss waterfall,  a hidden gem located in a lesser-known area of the Golden Circle. This  2-hour roundtrip hike takes you along a stunning glacial river on easy  and mostly flat terrain the entire way. Note that some areas of the  trail can be very muddy or rocky so hiking boots are recommended to  bring or to rent from us.

The reward at the end is a stunning blue waterfall cascading into a  tranquil pool below that is unlike any other waterfall that you will  ever see. This will put the finishing touches on an already fantastic  day along the Golden Circle!

Throughout the tour, your photographer will capture the  beauty of the landscapes and the memories of your trip, so you can relax  and enjoy the sights without worrying about taking photos. At the end  of the journey, you will receive an edited photo package as a keepsake  of your Golden Circle adventure within 14 days.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. 4 cities · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Certified Driver Guide and Professional Photographer
  • Pickup and Return from Reykjavík accommodation
  • Private Tour
  • 15 Shot Photo Package (1-4 people) or 24 Shot Photo Package (5-6 people)

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks

Know before you go

  • GOOD TO KNOW
  • – Lunch and Dinner is not included in the price of this tour.
  • – Pickup and Drop off is exclusively from the greater Reykjavik Area.
  • – The length of each day and order that you visit these attractions can vary depending on weather and road conditions.
  • :: Special Notes ::
  • – Photo packages may sometimes take more or less than 14 days to edit. This is just our average turnaround time.
  • – IPJ Editor selects and edits the photo package based on what we feel are the best shots from the day. If additional photos are available outside of the package count they may be available for 1,000 ISK per but not guaranteed.
  • – Also be aware that if there is a request to have specific photos from the day, advance notice is required before the editing process begins.
  • – Our Cancellation Policy can be found here. Also, feel free to check out our FAQ page if you have any questions!

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

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