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Golden Circle Tour, hidden waterfall and Lava Tunnel
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Golden Circle Tour, hidden waterfall and Lava Tunnel
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Activity Duration (10 hours)
Light
Hosted in English
Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before the experience starts
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What you'll do
Take a Golden Circle Tour and discover a hidden waterfall and a Lava Tunnel.
Tour Highlight
Embark on a journey through Iceland's Golden Circle, exploring breathtaking natural wonders and rich history. Start at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can walk between tectonic plates and discover Iceland's first parliament site. Witness the Strokkur geyser erupt, and marvel at the powerful Gullfoss waterfall. Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch at Efsti-Dalur dairy farm, renowned for its homemade ice cream. Before visiting the serene Faxifoss waterfall, explore the captivating Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel and its geological wonders. Conclude your adventure with a tour of the stunning Faxifoss waterfall.
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
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Hungerlust Rentals
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Host since 2022
Itinerary
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Þingvellir National Park
1
Þingvellir National Park
Stop: 60 minutes
Þingvellir National Park is the perfect starting point for your -Golden Circle tour-, offering stunning scenery and rich history.
Founded in 930, it’s home to the world’s first parliament, where Icelandic settlers met annually to shape laws. The parliament remained here until 1798, and in 2004, Þingvellir became a -UNESCO World Heritage Site-.
Beyond history, Þingvellir sits on the -Mid-Atlantic Ridge-, where the Eurasian and North American plates drift apart. It’s the only place on Earth where this rift is visible above sea level. From the -Hákið viewing platform-, you’ll stand on the edge of the American continent.
A short walk through the park leads to Öxarárfoss, a scenic waterfall with its own unique history.
2
Efstidalur II
Stop: 60 minutes
3
Geysir
Stop: 35 minutes
Did you know that every geyser in the world is named after -Geysir- in Iceland? The term geyser comes from the Icelandic verb -að geysa,- meaning to gush.
Although Geysir is now dormant (its last recorded eruption was in -2000-), its neighbor -Strokkur- remains incredibly active. Strokkur erupts every -5 to 10 minutes-, treating visitors to dramatic jets of steaming water.
Situated along the iconic -Golden Circle-, Geysir and Strokkur are must-see natural marvels, highlighting Iceland’s geothermal forces. Be sure to experience Strokkur’s breathtaking eruptions up close!
4
Gullfoss
Stop: 35 minutes
Iceland’s renowned -Golden Circle- owes its name to -Gullfoss-, the spectacular -Golden Waterfall.- Various legends surround its origin, and your guide will reveal these captivating tales during your visit.
Did you know that Gullfoss was once in danger of vanishing? Plans for a -hydropower plant- nearly reshaped this natural wonder forever. Fortunately, conservation efforts safeguarded its magnificence, allowing visitors to experience its unbridled power today.
A highlight of the -Golden Circle-, Gullfoss embodies Iceland’s wild beauty with its roaring cascades and mesmerizing golden mist.
5
Faxafoss
Stop: 30 minutes
6
Raufarhólshellir
Stop: 70 minutes
Experience the captivating underground world of Raufarhólshellir, one of Iceland’s most impressive lava tunnels. Known locally as the Lava Tunnel, this natural wonder formed approximately 5,200 years ago during a massive volcanic eruption. Located just 30 minutes from Reykjavík, it’s accessible year-round and offers a unique glimpse into Iceland’s volcanic past.
This concludes the tour.
You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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