Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour
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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
1113 reviews

See Iceland’s most iconic attractions on the Golden Circle route. Journey from Reykjavík to central Iceland and relax in the Blue Lagoon.

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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Pickup is available from selected hotels, official bus stops in central Reykjavik, and from the cruise port. Please contact the local partner to confirm pickup details after booking.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Scott – United States

Guide fit in a number of extra stops... all excellent additions. He managed the group very well, everyone stayed to his timing. Excellent background, Q&A and discussions about every stop. As the guide said, if you can only do one excursion... THIS IS THE ONE.

5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Clare – Belgium

Bryndis gave us an excellent service as tour guide and driver. She was very friendly, helpful and approachable!!!

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Itinerary

  • 23 pickup location options:

    Bus Stop #3 Lækjargata, Bus stop #1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall, Grand Hótel Reykjavík, Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Bus stop #4 Miðbakki, Skarfabakki 312 Cruise Terminal, Bus Stop #13 Rauðarárstígur, Bus stop #11 Austurbær, 22 Hill Hotel, Bus stop #5 Harpa, Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura, Bus Stop#15 - Vesturbugt, Bus Stop #14 - Skúlagata, Bus Stop #9 Snorrabraut, ODDSSON hotel, Bus Hostel Reykjavik, Perlan, Hotel Orkin, Bus Stop #6 - Safnahúsið The Culture House, Hallgrimskirkja, Bus Terminal Reykjavík, Bus Stop #2 Tjörnin The Pond

  • Bus/coach

    (50 minutes)

  • Thingvellir National Park

    Sightseeing (45 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Gullfoss Waterfall

    Sightseeing (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (10 minutes)

  • Geysir

    Sightseeing (80 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (35 minutes)

  • Kerid Crater

    Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1.5 hours)

  • Blue Lagoon, Reykjavik

    Swimming (2 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (50 minutes)

  • 23 drop-off locations:

    Bus Stop#15 - Vesturbugt, Bus stop #4 Miðbakki, Bus Stop #6 - Safnahúsið The Culture House, Hallgrimskirkja, Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura, Bus stop #11 Austurbær, Bus Stop #13 Rauðarárstígur, Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Skarfabakki 312 Cruise Terminal, 22 Hill Hotel, Bus stop #5 Harpa, Bus Stop #3 Lækjargata, Bus stop #1 - Ráðhúsið - City Hall, Grand Hótel Reykjavík, Bus Stop #14 - Skúlagata, Hotel Orkin, Bus Terminal Reykjavík, Bus Stop #2 Tjörnin The Pond, ODDSSON hotel, Bus Hostel Reykjavik, Perlan, Bus Stop #9 Snorrabraut, Hilton Reykjavik Nordica

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience the best of Iceland’s natural wonders on a minibus tour
  • Marvel at the most beautiful of Iceland’s waterfalls
  • Relax in the waters of the Blue Lagoon, with admission included
  • See the famous Geysir
  • Visit the UNESCO site of Þingvellir National Park

Full description

Join a minibus tour of the Golden Circle with plenty of stops in all the best locations along the way. See natural formations, such as geysers, waterfalls, lakes, and unwind in the Blue Lagoon hot springs.

Visit Thingvellir, a historic landmark where the Icelandic Commonwealth was founded. View the North Atlantic Divergent Ridge and see eruptions of up to 20 meters high at Strokkur, which erupts every 3 to 4 minutes. Pass by the dormant Geysir.

Enjoy the view at Gullfoss, considered the most beautiful of Iceland’s 30,000 waterfalls. Stop for lunch before heading to Kerið, a striking crater lake filled with blue-green water and surrounded by black and red slopes.

The highlight of the day is the time you will spend at the Blue Lagoon, Iceland´s most popular geothermal spa. This luxurious experience comes with a free face mask and drink of your choice.

Includes

  • Small-group tour
  • Blue Lagoon Comfort Package entrance, including towel, silica face mask, and 1 free drink
  • Admission to the Kerid Volcanic Crater
  • Professional guide
  • Pickup from selected hotels, official bus stops in central Reykjavik, and from the cruise port
  • WiFi on the bus
  • Round-trip transportation by bus
  • Meals
  • Swimsuit rental

Not suitable for

  • Children under 2 years

Important information

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Swimwear
  • Hiking shoes

Know before you go

  • Wear warm, waterproof clothing and good hiking shoes
  • Bring a swimsuit. These can also be rented at the Blue Lagoon at your own expense
  • Towels are included with Blue Lagoon admission tickets
  • Use of conditioner and shower gel is complimentary and available in the Blue Lagoon shower rooms
Likely to sell out

From $250 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 1113 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Scott – United StatesJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Guide fit in a number of extra stops... all excellent additions. He managed the group very well, everyone stayed to his timing. Excellent background, Q&A and discussions about every stop. As the guide said, if you can only do one excursion... THIS IS THE ONE.
5
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Clare – BelgiumJuly 6, 2025 – Verified booking
Bryndis gave us an excellent service as tour guide and driver. She was very friendly, helpful and approachable!!!
5
5 out of 5 stars
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enid – Puerto RicoJuly 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Improve the kind of bus, a little uncomfortable. The guide, HBO was excellent. Good organized route

Product ID: 163584

Activity provider:
BusTravel Iceland

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