Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

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Itinerary

1. Golden Circle tour is the tour to take if you only take one tour in Iceland! The duration of the stops vary, but it is (very roughly) at least 30 min at each of the main sights.

   30 min

2. You will take a short walk through Thingvellir, a National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site, located directly between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. The history here is also fascinating; Thingvellir was the original site of what is now the longest-running parliament in the world, formed in 930 AD.

   45 min

3. Another stop will be in the geothermal are near Haukadalur valley. This hilly area has a lot of hot springs, but what it is most renowned for is its geysers. The largest, Geysir gave the world the word geyser, while Strokkur is the most active in the area, shooting water up to 30 meters high every five to ten minutes.

   30 min

4. Admire the majestic waterfall Gullfoss. The sheer power of the falls is mesmerizing, and its history is inspiring.

   30 min

5. On this tour, you will also get the time to slow down and relax like a local. Secret lagoon is Iceland’s oldest swimming pool, filled with water trickling in from an adjacent geothermal area, which, as an added bonus, has another little geyser. Its location could not be more serene, and you will no doubt ease away any tension built up over your holiday in its healing waters.

   1 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 1,957 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Unforgettable memories!

  My first Golden Circle tour on my first trip to Iceland started with a warm and friendly welcome from our wonderful guide, Rakel. She kept the whole group engaged, took great care of everyone, and guided us with so much experience and knowledge that I felt completely safe and comfortable while experiencing Iceland’s incredible nature. What made the tour even more special was that she shared not only the sights, but also Icelandic mythology, culture, and real insights into gender equality in Iceland. It felt like both a sightseeing tour and a fascinating study tour! It was truly a valuable and fulfilling day, and I think being part of a small group made the experience even more personal and enjoyable. Thank you, Rakel, for making my first Icelandic tour so memorable! 🇮🇸❤️

  hisamiy2021September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Tour made perfect by the guide Rakel!

  A great taste of significant aspects of the country. Lots of history, amazing technology based on the geology, and gorgeous countryside. But Rakel made it amazing by filling in so many details and anecdotes about life as an Icelander.

  Wanda_HSeptember 2026via Viator

• 5Excellent tour guide (Ian)

  Ian was our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable on many fronts We booked a small group tour but it was going to be cancelled due to lack of interest. In the end we paid more and had it as a private tour which in comparison was then good value!

  keithbrock2020September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5The GOAT of Tour Guides in Iceland! Love Gummi and GTIce!

  We actually spent 8 days in Iceland, doing various tours from this operator (Gateway to Iceland) each day. Every day was incredible. Gummi was so knowledgeable, flexible, helpful, and kind. He took us to amazing places that weren't even on our radars. He adapted to our preferences and spent long days with us, culminating with the unforgettable experience of viewing the Northern Lights! He is so much more than a tour guide - his love of Iceland and servant's heart will make him a dear friend by the end of your tour. And you won't want to ever visit Iceland without him by your side.

  freelaborSeptember 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5AMAZING TOUR

  I have no words for the amazing tour we just experienced! We actually did several tours all together in one week. It was amazing!! Traveling all over Iceland, Gummi was the perfect guide for our tour. He is a wealth of knowledge, knowing Icelandic information and history off the top of his head, which he would share with us along the way. He was so patient with us when we changed our agenda and made his life a little harder. He even arranged a fishing trip for my brothers, completely ad-lib! While we were here, he pointed out the Northern Lights to us and allowed us to pull over and take pictures. (This was outside of the typical Northern Lights season, so we were incredibly grateful that he mentioned it.) Then, the next night, he came to pick us up at 10:00 p.m. and took us to a dark area so we could see them even better. This company provided a customized week long tour, taking us to all the places my dad wanted us to see, plus more. Our tour included transportation, lunch, entrance tickets, information, hotel reservations and whatever else was needed. Iceland is a beautiful, amazing country, and this tour did a fantastic job of covering it all! We really enjoyed our week here! 10/10!! Thank you for making it so special.

  jrichins4September 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5This was the perfect way...

  This was the perfect way to spend the day. Our guide was so much fun and we learned so much about Iceland and it's history. Highly recommend this tour!

  Joy_BSeptember 2026via Viator

Know before you go

How it compares in Reykjavik

• Its from-price is 86% below the median of the 566 day trips we list in Reykjavik.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 9 of 566.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Reykjavik

Reykjavik is the northernmost capital of any nation, a colourful, compact city of art and music that opens onto Iceland's volcanic landscapes.

The landmark Hallgrímskirkja church, its tower inspired by basalt columns, rises above streets of brightly painted houses. Down by the harbour, the glass-fronted Harpa concert hall shimmers on the water, and the Sun Voyager sculpture faces the sea toward Mount Esja. Laugavegur, the main shopping street, is lined with design shops, cafés and bars.

Top-ranked sights in Reykjavik: Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Harpa.

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