Last updated August 2026
Golden Circle Iceland and Secret Lagoon Tour
Golden Circle combined with Secret Lagoon, a natural geothermal pool in untouched landscape. Hot springs, geysers, waterfalls, and thermal bathing.
Highlights
Itinerary
Pickup in Reykjavík
Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel in a comfortable minibus. The tour accommodates a small group of up to 18 people, ensuring a more personalized experience throughout the day. Your friendly, English-speaking guide will meet you and provide an overview of the day's itinerary.
Geysir Geothermal Area
Our first stop is the famous Geysir Geothermal Area, renowned for its hot springs and boiling water geysers. Here you'll witness the dynamic geological activity underfoot, with steam rising from the ground and the famed Strokkur geyser erupting regularly. This is a prime example of the geothermal energy that powers much of Iceland.
Learn more about Geysir Geothermal Area →Gullfoss Waterfall
Next, we venture along the Golden Circle Route to the breathtaking Gullfoss Waterfall. Known as the "Golden Falls", this powerful waterfall is a sight to behold. During summer, when the sun shines onto Gullfoss, you can see a golden hue shimmering on the cascading water, which gives the waterfall its name. A lunch break is scheduled at the nearby Gullfoss Café, where you can sample some local cuisine.
Learn more about Gullfoss Waterfall →Afternoon Exploration
Visit Afternoon Exploration
Þingvellir National Park
Post lunch, we continue to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the Golden Circle Route. This historic site is where the world's first parliament was established by the Vikings. It's also a geological wonder, situated right on the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Walking paths guide you through this remarkable landscape.
Learn more about Þingvellir National Park →Secret Lagoon
Last but definitely not least, we'll take a left turn off the Golden Circle Route to the Secret Lagoon. This geothermally heated pool, known as the oldest pool in Iceland, offers a unique opportunity to unwind and soak in the hot water. Changing facilities are available for your convenience. If we're lucky, we may even see the Northern Lights!
Learn more about Secret Lagoon →Secret Lagoon
Please note: Admission tickets to the Secret Lagoon and guidance on the Golden Circle sightseeing tour are included in the package.
Learn more about Secret Lagoon →What's Included
Tour details
- Free cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before departure. Cancellations within 1 day are non-refundable.
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup — Pickup from your Reykjavík hotel or nearest designated bus…
- Group size
- Max 17
- Difficulty
- easy
- Guide & language
- English
- Departure
- 10:00
- Operator
- Golden Circle Day Tours (operated by Birkimelur ehf.)
Last verified July 24, 2026
Pickup & meeting point
Hotel pickup — Pickup from your Reykjavík hotel or nearest designated bus stop.
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