Private Tours
Private Golden Circle Tour with optional extras
Tour Overview
Embark on an exclusive and personalised journey through Iceland’s renowned Golden Circle, a route rich with stunning landscapes and iconic natural wonders. This private tour, lasting approximately 10-11 hours, offers a unique blend of adventure, relaxation, and culinary delights. With convenient pick-up from your hotel or a nearby designated bus stop, your comfort and convenience are prioritised from the moment your journey begins.
Tour Itinerary
The first stop on this Golden Circle tour is at Þingvellir National Park. The birthplace of Icelandic democracy and where the World’s first parliament met in the summer of 930 AD.
Þingvellir National Park has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2004. The entrance to Þingvellir is a walk through the Almannagjá Gorge. See visible evidence of plate tectonic activity on the European-American fault line. Which is still today pushing the two continents apart and creating Iceland, geology’s youngest country.
Hot springs at Geysir
Then it is on to Geysir, which has given its name to spouting hot springs. The giant geyser Strokkur will not fail to impress you, so have your camera ready for when it blows, which it does every few minutes. Other geothermal features include fumaroles, mud pools, smaller geysers, and the large but dormant Geysir.
Gullfoss Waterfall
Before heading into the southern highlands, we visit another of our iconic and impressive natural features, Gullfoss. It goes by the Golden Waterfall and carries the meltwater from Langjökull glacier down the Hvítá River. The waterfall has distinct curves, thus adding drama to the powerful display. You can grab something to eat at Gullfoss or Geysir café before we continue driving.
What is included in this tour?
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or a nearby bus stop
- Professional English speaking guide & driver
- Private experience
- Wi-Fi on board
What is excluded?
- Food, drinks
- Clothing (e.g swimsuit or jacket, parka)
Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon – A thermal spa inspired by nature
Immerse yourself in warmth at our ocean-side geothermal lagoon. The dramatic North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you. Above, glowing sunsets and stormy skies dazzle, and sometimes, the dancing Northern Lights put on a stunning all-natural show. Sky Lagoon is about that Icelandic feeling of warmth and wonder. Join us for rejuvenation and inspiration at the edge of the world.
Blessed with geothermal heating and a stunning landscape, we Icelanders have long come to warm pools for relaxation and connection. Over the centuries, we have developed a way to combine the healing powers of warm water, cold water, warm steam, dry heat and fresh air. We use our traditions to integrate these natural elements to promote our well-being, inside and out. We are proud to share this with you at Sky Lagoon.
Available package for the tour:
Pure Lite Pass – includes Sky Lagoon Admission, public changing facilities, and a towel.
Children under the age of 12 are not permitted at Sky Lagoon. Children 12–14 must be accompanied by a guardian (18 years or older).
Snowmobiling from Gullfoss
Join our super truck transfer from Gullfoss for the snowmobile ride of a lifetime!
This is a great choice for those who have their own transportation and want to top off the Golden Circle with something special. Our professional guides will take you on a snowmobile adventure in the Icelandic highlands, giving you the most amazing views of the majestic Langjökull glacier and its unique surroundings.
We offer up to three daily departures from Gullfoss Café where you can park your car and grab some lunch. Driving in our super truck through the rugged, Mars-like landscape of Iceland, is an adventure of its own so please make sure to enjoy the ride. The view out of the window, the vast countryside and mountain ranges indeed, a rare sight for many travellers.
Once we arrive at our glacier hut, you will receive the appropriate snowmobile gear. Our friendly and fun-loving guides will give you instructions on how to operate the snowmobiles and go over the safety procedures before you ride off into the wondrous winter wonderland.
Secret Lagoon
The Secret Lagoon, known locally as Gamla Laugin, is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland. It was made in 1891 at Hverahólmi, a geothermal area near Flúðir.
What makes our place special are the rich natural resources of warm water coming from hot springs.
Vaðmálahver, Básahver, or Litli Geysir (active geyser which spouts every few minutes, showing off for the guests), provide 100% of the water supply in the lagoon.
The pool water flows continuously, and it takes only 24 hours to its complete replacement. Warm, clean, rich in sulphur, stays at 38-40 Celsius all year round.
Relaxing and healthy in any weather.
Laugarvatn Fontana Spa & Geothermal Bakery
Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths is located in the centre of the most popular tourist route in Iceland, the Golden Circle. A unique experience of the healing powers of the geothermal springs. Soak in a natural pool, listen to the bubbling hot spring in the steam rooms, or for the venturesome, take a dip in the refreshing lake.
We make the bread following an old recipe, dig it into the warm ground and bake it for 24 hours, then we dig the bread up, and it’s delicious! Come and see for yourself!
Experience geothermal energy first hand and try our geothermal baked bread!
We welcome you all year round to experience our geothermal bakery that starts every day at 11.45 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. from our reception at Laugarvatn Fontana.
Between the 1st of June and the 30th of September, we will add the third departure at 10:15 a.m. each day.
Guests experience the geothermal bakery first hand and see as we dig out a pot of fresh bread from the hot black sand. Guests are offered to taste the bread, served hot from the ground with Icelandic butter. This is something you should not miss!
The tour is between 30-40 minutes long. The tour is partly outside and we recommend our guests to dress according to the weather. We recommend our guests to arrive 10-15 minutes before departure time.
Please note that the experience is partly outside to please dress according to the weather.
The Lava Tunnel
A journey into Raufarhólshellir is a unique experience and a great opportunity to witness the inner workings of a volcanic eruption as one walks in the path of lava that flowed during the Leitahraun eruption, which occurred east of the Bláfjöll mountains about 5200 years ago. Every winter spectacular ice sculptures are formed inside the entrance of the cave making the experience of visiting the lava tunnel even more breathtaking.
Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most famous geothermal spas, located in a lava field near Grindavík on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Its striking milky-blue waters, rich in silica and minerals, are renowned for their soothing and rejuvenating properties. The lagoon’s warm, mineral-rich waters are set against a dramatic backdrop of black lava rocks, creating a visually stunning and relaxing experience. Visitors can enjoy the lagoon’s spa treatments, swim-up bar, and stunning surroundings, making it a popular destination for both relaxation and sightseeing.
Available packages
Comfort:
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
- Silica Mud Mask at the Mask Bar
- Use of towel
- 1 drink of your choice
Premium:
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
- Silica Mud Mask at the Mask Bar
- Use of towel
- 2 drinks of your choice
- Two additional masks at the Mask Ba
- Use of bathrobe
Dinner in Reykjavík at Höfnin Restaurant after the tour
After your private Golden Circle tour, unwind with a delightful two-course dinner at Höfnin Restaurant in Reykjavik. Located by the harbour, Höfnin offers a cosy atmosphere with stunning views of the water. The menu features traditional Icelandic cuisine with a modern twist, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You can indulge in dishes like freshly caught fish, succulent lamb, or the famous Icelandic langoustine, followed by a delicious dessert or local delicacy. This dining experience is the perfect way to end a day of exploration, combining the best of Icelandic flavours with a relaxing ambiance.
