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Reykjavik: Northern Lights & Golden Circle Full Day Trip
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Highlights

  • Explore Iceland’s Golden Circle with a live guide, covering Thingvellir, Gullfoss waterfall, and the Geysir geothermal area.
  • Marvel at the Northern Lights on a guided evening tour, chasing the aurora beyond Reykjavík’s city lights.
  • Learn about Iceland’s history and geology, from the birthplace of democracy to the meeting point of tectonic plates, from an expert guide.
  • Opt for the hotel transfer upgrade to enjoy round-trip transportation and free Wi-Fi on board for extra comfort.

Your Experience

Explore Iceland’s Golden Circle by day and chase the Northern Lights by night, with expert guidance and optional Kerid Crater access.

Getting started

Your experience begins with a pick-up from your chosen location in Reykjavik, where you board a comfortable tour bus with your expert guide. Leave the city behind and head into Iceland’s countryside to explore the geological wonders of the Golden Circle.

What to expect

Golden Circle sightseeing adventure

Visit three of Iceland’s most iconic natural attractions as you explore Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and Gullfoss Waterfall. After time to explore Reykjavik and have dinner, set out again with your guide to search for the Northern Lights.

Features

  • Explore Thingvellir National Park, with dramatic cliffs, rivers, and deep gorges shaped by Iceland’s geological forces.

  • Watch Strokkur Geyser erupt with bursts of steam and water at the Geysir Hot Springs.

  • Visit Gullfoss Waterfall and see the Hvítá River plunge 32m through a rugged two-tiered canyon.

  • Search for the Northern Lights with your expert guide, who shares tips on photographing the Aurora Borealis if it appears.

  • Upgrade your experience with a stop at Kerid Crater and enjoy hot chocolate while waiting for the Northern Lights.

Wrapping up

After your Northern Lights search, your guide drives you back to Reykjavik, bringing your day of Golden Circle sightseeing and evening Aurora hunting to an end.

Inclusions

  • Golden Circle & Northern Lights tour
  • Live guide
  • Transfers (across the different places)
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off (as per option selected)
  • Free Wi-Fi on board

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The tour includes a visit to Iceland’s Golden Circle, featuring Thingvellir, Gullfoss waterfall, and Geysir geothermal area. Additionally, there is an evening guided tour for viewing the Northern Lights.

Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer due to unpredictable Icelandic weather. Sturdy walking shoes suitable for icy or uneven terrain are recommended, along with crampons available at BSÍ bus station.

Yes, you should bring your own food and drinks as they are not included in the tour offerings.

The tour includes transfers between different stops. You can opt for a hotel transfer upgrade that offers round-trip transport with free Wi-Fi on board, depending on your selected option.

A live guide will accompany you throughout the tour of Iceland’s Golden Circle and provide insights into Icelandic history and geology during the trip.

You'll explore Thingvellir, known as the birthplace of democracy, and Geysir area where tectonic plates meet. The guide will provide detailed information on these significant locations.

Yes, you can choose to have a hotel pick-up and drop-off as part of your selected options within the tour package.

The evening portion involves chasing the aurora beyond Reykjavík’s city lights, guided by a knowledgeable expert to enhance your experience and increase chances of seeing the phenomenon.

While personal expenses are not covered under the inclusions, you will need to purchase food, drinks, and potentially crampons if required for your safety on icy terrain.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available on board when you opt for the hotel transfer upgrade within the tour options.

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