Iceland's Golden Circle in Depth
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a thrilling multi-day tour that takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland. This journey begins in the vibrant city of Reykjavik, the world's northernmost capital, and takes you through the Reykjanes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and the mighty Solheimajokull Glacier. Witness the awe-inspiring geysers, waterfalls, and geothermal pools that Iceland is famous for. Experience the local culture and cuisine, and learn about the country's rich history and geology. This tour is perfect for those seeking adventure, natural beauty, and a unique cultural experience.
Included
4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
All Intrepid group trips in Iceland are accompanied by one of our group leaders, who will also be the driver. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders.
Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.
On this trip we are travelling in our own private minibus as this allows us to reach some more off the beaten path destinations and gives us flexibility which would not be possible by public transport. Please note that there are some long travel days and some rough stretches on gravelly and windy roads. On some days we depart early in the morning to ensure we optimise our time. All our vehicles in Iceland have complimentary Wi-Fi.
Private vehicle
Reykjanes Peninsula - Herbal tea and salt workshop visit
Reykjanes Peninsula - Gunnuhver hot springs
Reykjanes Peninsula - Bridge between Continents
Reykjanes Peninsula - Strandarkirkja
Golden Circle - Strokkur Geysir
Fludir - Secret Lagoon
Golden Circle - Gullfoss Waterfall
South Coast - Kvernufoss Waterfall Hike
South Coast - Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
South Coast - Skogafoss Waterfall visit
South Coast - Solheimajokull Glacier Hike
Reykjavik - Leader-led walking tour
Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park
The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.
Hotel (4 nights)
hotel: 4 night(s);
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavik
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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Welcome to the charming city of Reykjavik, where your Icelandic adventure begins. Meet your local leader and fellow travellers at your hotel at 6 pm. If you arrive early, take the opportunity to explore the city's unique boutiques and cosy cafes. After the welcome meeting, you can join the group for a dinner in town.
Day 2 – Day 2: Reykjanes Peninsula and Hveragerdi
- Reykjavik
- Rangárþing eystra
- Hveragerðisbær
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- Bridge between continents
- Gunnuhver
- Reykjanes Lighthouse
- Strandarkirkja
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Start your day with a visit to the Reykjanes Peninsula, where you'll stop at a family-run workshop that uses native Icelandic ingredients to produce herbal teas, jams, and salts. Visit the Bridge between Continents, a footbridge that spans a fissure between the North American and Eurasian continental plates. Explore the eerie mud pools and steam vents of Gunnuhver and enjoy a steaming bowl of lobster soup in the fishing village of Grindavik. End your day in the town of Hveragerdi, where you'll be staying for the next three nights.
Day 3 – Day 3: Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon
- Rangárþing eystra
- Hveragerðisbær
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- Old Iceland
- Urriðafoss
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Today, you'll explore the famous Golden Circle, where you'll witness the power and beauty of the Strokkur geyser and the Gullfoss double waterfall. Afterward, relax in the warm waters of the Secret Lagoon, the oldest pool in Iceland, fed by various hot springs in the surrounding area. Return to Hveragerdi for the night.
Day 4 – Day 4: Waterfalls and Solheimajokull Glacier
- Rangárþing eystra
- Hveragerðisbær
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- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
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Begin your day with a visit to the enchanting Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls. Take a short hike to the hidden Kvernufoos waterfall, framed by moss-coated cliffs of lava rock. Prepare for an unforgettable experience as you walk on the mighty Solheimajokull Glacier, one of Europe's biggest ice caps. No prior experience is necessary as your guide will ensure your safety during this adventure.
Day 5 – Day 5: Thingvellir National Park and Reykjavik
- Reykjavik
- Hveragerðisbær - Departure day
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- Thingvellir National Park
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On your way back to Reykjavik, stop at Thingvellir National Park to see the Parliament Plains, the site of Iceland's first parliament. Witness the Silfra fissure, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly pulling apart. Once back in Reykjavik, join your leader on a walking tour to discover more about the history and culture of this fascinating city. This marks the end of your Icelandic adventure.
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