Golden Circle

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Golden Circle Tour: Experience Iceland’s Natural Wonders

Join us for a Golden Circle full-day adventure through Iceland’s most famous sights! The Golden Circle tour takes you to stunning landscapes, powerful waterfalls, and incredible geothermal wonders.

Your journey begins at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site rich in history and natural beauty. As you explore, walk between two continents at the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates slowly drift apart. Along the way, take in the breathtaking scenery, from crystal-clear lakes to rugged cliffs that stretch into the distance.

From there, continue to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most spectacular waterfalls. As you approach, you’ll hear the thunderous roar of water cascading into the deep canyon below. Standing at the edge, feel the cool mist on your skin and watch the river’s powerful flow carve through the rugged landscape. Without a doubt, this is a sight you won’t forget!

Next, the adventure leads you to the Geysir geothermal area, a place where Iceland’s volcanic energy comes to life. Here, you’ll discover bubbling hot springs and steaming mud pools that paint the landscape in vibrant colors. Most exciting of all, witness the geyser erupt every few minutes, shooting boiling water high into the sky. Time after time, the eruption leaves visitors in awe!

Finally, with plenty of time at each stop, you can pause, take stunning photos, soak in the views, and truly experience the natural wonders of Iceland at a relaxed pace.

Highlights

National park Þingvellir
Geysir, geothermal wonder
The famous waterfall Gullfoss
One surprise experience

Price

Car with 1-3 persons: 700 EUR per car
Car with 4-8 persons: 850 EUR per car
(Prices are listed per vehicle, not per person)
Included: Driver, fuel, parking fees, and VAT.
Excluded: Entry tickets.

Additional Information

Duration: 6-7 hours
Availability: All year round
Payment: Cash and all major credit cards on the day of pick up. If the amount goes over a certain limit we may ask you to pay a deposit or the full amount in advance.

The Golden Circle private tour starts with a pickup in the Reykjavik capital area and ends with drop-off at your preferred location in the city.

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   Vered L 
 
 
 
 Verified Transfer with sightseeing private tour in Keflavik.
We had a great two days of touring with Walter in Keflavik. A very nice , reliable , knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide
  
 
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   Eileen N 
 
 
 
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I booked our airport transfer online a few weeks before our departure. Walter called me directly within 5 minutes to confirm my booking. It was very reassuring to get this call. He was already waiting at the airport when we landed. We also called him at the last minute to take us on a tour of the South Coast. He was very accommodating and fun to talk with. Later in the week we needed rides to a few locations within Reykjavik. When he was not available he called the central dispatch to arrange a ride for us. And he always followed up to be sure we got to our destination. I highly recommend Iceland Tours by Taxi!
  
 
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   Alyx P 
 
 
 
 Verified Best transportation choice we made!
I found Walter via Trip Advisor before leaving to Iceland. Communication with him was fantastic from the moment I reached out on WhatsApp. It was easy to coordinate with our flight information and hotel. Walter drove us from the airport to downtown Reykjavik, from the hotel to the lagoon, and even gave us a ride from the lagoon to pick up our van. He always responded quickly and was friendly. We were thankful that he was the first person we experienced in Iceland, it made our hectic travel day so much more enjoyable. His service was fantastic and reasonably priced. We enjoyed his company and the comfort of his vehicle. I would recommend him to anyone and will definitely use him when we come back.
  
 
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   BrannanOhio 
 
 
 
 Verified Two thumbs up for Iceland Tours by Taxi!
So glad we found Walter Unnarsson, Iceland Tours by Taxi! Walter is a native Icelander with a great attitude and a great work ethic. He responded immediately to our request for a quote and confirmed all of our arrangements prior to our trip. No standing around waiting—Walter arrived prior to our scheduled pick up every time. Took care of all of our luggage and welcomed us like family. Honest and reliable with competitive pricing. Highly recommend Walter and Iceland Tours by Taxi.
  
 
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   ptbrenda 
 
 
 
 Verified Positive Experience
Walter picked us up outside of Reykjavik on very short notice. He shared his water and ginger with us. Very personable. would highly recommend using him for taxi/tours.
  
 
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   BoardingPass148689 
 
 
 
 Verified Fast ride to the airport
Walter was our driver to the Airport. We needed a last minute ride to the Airport and he got us there quick and safely. Very professional and kind. I highly recommend using this service.
  
 
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   Rachel 
 
 
 
 Verified Great experience
Walter is nice and responsible guy. He arranged an amusing night trip to chasing northern light, and we enjoyed the unforgettable scene so much! Besides, he provided pick up airport transfer on time, and is friendly all the time. I engaged him for 8-seaters taxi in November and December trip in Iceland and satisfy his services.
  
 
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   Casey A. 
 
 
 
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Walter was a good! Extremely helpful and personable service for airport transfer. I wish I’d had more time for a tour.
  
 
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   Dee G 
 
 
 
 Verified Walter Unnarsson made our transfer so much more fun
Our driver was Walter Unnarsson and he made our drive from the hotel to the airport so much more enjoyable. Walter was witty, very jovial and knew so much about their local spots/economy/Iceland in general. I recommend this driver to anyone wanting an enjoyable transfer ride to anywhere.
  
 
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   JAKE M 
 
 
 
 Verified Private Airport Transfer
Wonderful experience!! Prompt pick-up at our hotel and fun conversation all the way to the airport. And thanks for the sample of ginger Walter!Highly recommend!

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