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Golden Circle Tours in Iceland: the 15 Best Loops

30 soaks  ·  from $78 a head

Geysir, Gullfoss and Thingvellir in one loop, and the only real decision is what gets added on the way back. These 15 compare the Secret Lagoon, Blue Lagoon and Kerid add-ons on price, group size and how long the day runs.

From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour - Kerið Crater gives you a striking first stop
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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

1.Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,009 reviews · 10 hours · from $132Our pick

Spend 10 hours touring Iceland’s Golden Circle by comfortable bus, with stops at Kerið Crater, Secret Lagoon, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Þingvellir. English-speaking guides such as Sunny, Jessica, Daniel, and Anna add local stories and clear timing. The warm lagoon, dramatic waterfall, and easy Reykjavik pickup make this a strong one-day choice.

“Great trip. Our guide Sunny was very enthusiastic and informative about lots of things to keep us entertained brought the day. Got to visit some fantastic places on this tour.”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour - Thingvellir, where geology and government meet
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

2.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,270 reviews · 11 hours · from $249

Spend 11 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Christina, Filip, David, or Thorri, visiting Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and the Blue Lagoon. You get minibus transport, Wi-Fi, Kerid and Blue Lagoon admission, a towel, and about two hours in the hot water.

“An amazing day out, with a great few must-see stops. full day out passed by quick and didnt feel too long. lots of stops with good amenities. Our tour guide Colin was good craic and kept us entertained with lots of local knowledge”

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Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Strokkur, Iceland’s reliable geyser show
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Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

3.Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,906 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $168Top rated

Travel from Reykjavik to Thingvellir, Gullfoss, and the Strokkur geyser before ending with an hour at the rustic Secret Lagoon. Small groups of up to 17 ride with a local guide, with pickup from designated hotels, bus stops, or the cruise port. Guides such as Rakel, Ian, Gummi, and Thor are praised for lively local insight.

“We had a fabulous day, our guide Rakel was so good, informative and very friendly. We visited such fantastic places that will never be forgotten”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik - Starting from Reykjavik at 8 a.m.
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

4.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,660 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $127

Set out from Reykjavik by coach for a full day of Iceland’s top natural sights. Visit Thingvellir, Gullfoss, Strokkur, Kerid Crater, and the Secret Lagoon, with guides such as Sunny, Thor, Heidi, and Daniel sharing local history and stories. The tour lasts about 10 hours, includes entry fees, and returns to Reykjavik.

“An amazing day. Our tour guide Daniel and driver Michael were extremely knowledgeable and fun. Daniel really knew his stuff! Did all the parts of the Golden circle and secret lagoon and still they took us to a couple of unscheduled stops. Would highly recommend this company and use them again.”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour - Pickup in Reykjavik and the long day ahead
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

5.Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,583 reviews · 11 hours · from $252

Travel from Reykjavik by minibus to Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater, then soak at the Blue Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Tom, Siggie, Thorey, and Monia add stories, humor, and useful local tips. The $252 price includes transport, crater admission, and the Blue Lagoon Comfort Package.

“The best trip we did! Absolutely amazing - we loved our guide (unfortunately I don’t know how to spell her name to thank her again). Well worth the money”

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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour - Reykjavik pickup and the long road south
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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

6.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,550 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend a full day with Nicetravel visiting Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater, then finish at the Blue Lagoon or Hvammsvík Hot Spring. Pickup from Reykjavik, Wi-Fi, and a small group of up to 19 make this a practical choice. Guides such as Christina, Filip, and Kristófer are praised for clear commentary and good timing.

“Great way to experience the best of southern iceland in a day! Loved the smaller group and guide kept us on time all day. Visited two extra spots not on itinerary.”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour - Þingvellir: geology and the birth of Iceland’s parliament
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour

7.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,426 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $148

Spend about nine hours exploring Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, and Kerið with an English-speaking guide, then unwind at the Secret Lagoon. Pickup and drop-off from selected Reykjavík points, lagoon admission, WiFi, and transport are included. Groups are capped at 19, though minibus seating can feel tight.

“Great guide and amazing trip that hits all the high points. Special shout out to the team at the Secret Lagoon! Best lagoon in Iceland!”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Day Tour with optional Blue Lagoon - Þingvellir: plates, parliament, and a lava-cut valley
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Day Tour with optional Blue Lagoon

8.Golden Circle Day Tour with optional Blue Lagoon

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 921 reviews · 7.5 - 13 hours · from $78Best value

Travel from Reykjavik to Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss on a comfortable full-day coach tour with a live English-speaking host, multilingual GPS audio guide, WiFi, and USB charging. Choose the longer option with Blue Lagoon admission, or finish after the Golden Circle sights.

“I liked guide (with driver Rafael), interesting tour, I have seen everything what wanted before trip to Iceland”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Day Trip - Starting in Reykjavik and getting the pickup right
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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Day Trip

9.Golden Circle and Secret Lagoon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 863 reviews · 9.5 - 10.5 hours · from $141

Spend a full day touring Iceland’s Golden Circle by coach, with stops at Þingvellir National Park, Strokkur, and Gullfoss before a two-hour soak at the Secret Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Leifur, Dóri, and Karin add history and local stories. Pickup is optional, and the bus includes Wi-Fi and USB charging.

“This tour was everything I hoped for and more! The Golden Circle is a must-see, and combining it with a relaxing visit to the Secret Lagoon made the experience truly unforgettable. Each stop along the Golden Circle was breathtaking — Þingvellir National Park with its dramatic landscapes and historic significance, the powerful Gullfoss waterfall that left me in awe, and the Geysir geothermal area, where nature shows off its raw power. Every location offered something unique and beautiful, and our guide added so much insight and context along the way. Ending the day at the Secret Lagoon was pure bliss. It’s smaller and more peaceful than some of the bigger…”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater and Sky Lagoon Tour - Thingvellir: geology and the old Icelandic parliament
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater and Sky Lagoon Tour

10.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater and Sky Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 518 reviews · 11 hours · from $246

Join Nicetravel for an 11-hour minibus tour from Reykjavik to Thingvellir, Strokkur, Gullfoss and Kerid Crater, with about two hours at Sky Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Bear, Håkon, Dominika and Filip add history, humor and practical help. Choose the Pure or Sky Pass, and bring your own swimsuit.

“Christina was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable & helpful, & fun at the same time. We completed all as listed in the trip as well as a couple of little extras that she thought everyone might enjoy such as a stop at an artisan ice cream parlour/farm.”

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Small-Group Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater - Geysir and Strokkur: Iceland’s famous hot ground
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Small-Group Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

11.Small-Group Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 516 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $224

Spend about 10 hours visiting Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater before relaxing for two hours at Sky Lagoon. Nicetravel uses small minibus groups of up to 19, with Wi-Fi, USB chargers, English-speaking guides such as Addi, Thor, Christina, and Filip, plus hotel pickup in Reykjavik.

“Pierke was really interesting and helped us understand the history of this wonderful country. His scientific background was a bonus.”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Friðheimar (Small Group) - Þingvellir: where Iceland’s parliament met in 930
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Friðheimar (Small Group)

12.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Friðheimar (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 489 reviews · 10 hours (approx.)

Travel from Reykjavík in a group of up to 19 to Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Friðheimar tomato farm, and the Secret Lagoon. Expect about 10 hours on the road, guided sightseeing in English, tomato soup at the greenhouse, and a warm geothermal swim. Lunch, drinks, and towels are extra.

“Adonis was the best guide ever! Excellent driver, got us everywhere on time and gave us enough time at each location. He was very knowledgeable and gave such good information about Iceland as we drove along. Dziękuję!!”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Tour with Blue Lagoon Visit & Entry - Pickup in Reykjavik and the first coach ride
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Tour with Blue Lagoon Visit & Entry

13.Golden Circle Tour with Blue Lagoon Visit & Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 441 reviews · 13 hours · from $351

Spend about 13 hours touring Iceland’s Golden Circle by coach, with stops at Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss Waterfall. After a break in Reykjavik, continue to the Blue Lagoon for about three hours, including entry, a towel, silica mud mask, and one drink. Guides vary by departure, with past tours led by Darren and Emilia.

“Brilliant day out loved every minute, beautiful sights and amazing fees along the way, then to finish of at the blue lagoon was really lovely.”

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Private Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Friðheimar Greenhouse Lunch - Lunch among the tomatoes at Friðheimar
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Private Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Friðheimar Greenhouse Lunch

14.Private Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Friðheimar Greenhouse Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 381 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Spend 9.5 hours with a private guide exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle, soaking in Sky Lagoon’s seven-step ritual, and eating lunch among tomato plants at Friðheimar. Pickup from Reykjavik, private transport, admissions, and lunch are included. The tour suits adults and children 12 and older, with guides such as Einar, Robert, Levi, and Arna praised for warm storytelling and careful driving.

“Loved the tomato greenhouse 🐝😊 Martin our guide was brilliant. Due to bad weather itinerary changed but hidden Iceland made it a memorable tour.”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Tour and Sky Lagoon Entry Ticket - Starting from Reykjavik: pickup is the first test
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Tour and Sky Lagoon Entry Ticket

15.Golden Circle Tour and Sky Lagoon Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 333 reviews · 9.5 hours · from $285

Spend 9.5 hours touring Iceland’s Golden Circle with an English-speaking guide, then relax at Sky Lagoon. See Thingvellir, erupting Strokkur, and Gullfoss, with Wi-Fi, USB charging, audio guides, transportation, and the Saman admission package included. You can upgrade the lagoon ritual on arrival.

“The Golden Circle tour and Sky Lagoon visit were unforgettable highlights of our Iceland trip. Helgi, our skilled and punctual driver, and Darren, our engaging and knowledgeable guide, ensured a stress-free, immersive experience. Darren’s storytelling brought Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and Geysir to life, deepening our appreciation for Iceland’s beauty and history. The Sky Lagoon was the perfect way to unwind after sightseeing. Its warm geothermal waters, ocean-view infinity edge, and unique 7-step ritual were blissful. The modern, clean facilities added to the luxurious experience. While both tours were incredible, the connecting bus transport between the hotel and tours...”

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