Day Trips in Reykjavik

Travel around Iceland's Golden Circle from Reykjavik with stops in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thingvellir National Park, on this 8-hour tour that includes round-trip transport. See the national parliament, Althing, Gullfoss waterfall, and Faxi waterfall, as well as the 6,000-year-old volcanic crater lake, Kerid, along your way. Plus, you'll also visit Hveragerdi, a town well known for its hot springs.

Most visitors to Iceland journey around the Golden Circle - the popular sightseeing route that includes Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss. This guided tour from Reykjavík elevates the experience by adding visits to the Secret Lagoon (a less crowded alternative to the Blue Lagoon, which you visit early, when it is quietest) and lunch at Fridheimar Tomato Greenhouse. Traveling in a group of no more than 12 people ensures a more laid-back experience than some of the bigger tours.

Bathe in geothermal pools and experience Iceland's volcanic beauty up close on this leisurely 6 hour hiking and hot springs tour from Reykjavik. With an expert guide, leave Reykjavik and head to the greenhouse town of Hveragerdi town where Reykjadalur valley is located. Situated in the Mt Hengill volcanic range, Reykjadalur is known for its steaming hot springs and stunning surroundings. Admire the otherworldly scenery of this smokey valley and pass gushing rivers and bubbling pools during a relaxed hike through the hills of the valley. Learn all about Iceland's past and underground volcanic systems, and stop at a naturally heated hot spring where you will have the chance to bathe in the warm waters.

Take in the treasures of the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park on this full-day tour of the Golden Circle from Reykjavik. Stand in awe before the thundering Gulfoss Waterfall; see Geysir, the geyser after which all others were named; and marvel over the startling colors of the Kerið crater lake. Pass an endless panorama of photo-worthy scenery and learn how the natural landscape has been sculpted through the moving of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.

Enhance your experience of Iceland's natural splendor on a full-day Super Jeep tour from Reykjavik. With a professional guide, marvel at physical wonders like the Langjökull glacier and the mighty Hraunfossar waterfalls, and then discover the petrified allure of the Lava Cave in Hallmundahraun Lava. Gain insight into Iceland's rich historical heritage at Reykholt, home to influential author Snorri Sturluson, before marveling at Deildartunguhver, the largest and most powerful hot spring in the northern hemisphere.

Discover the top natural attractions for which Iceland is famous on this 10-hour Golden Circle tour and evening Northern Lights cruise from Reykjavik. Visit the Friðheimar Greenhouse Cultivation Centre with your guide, where geothermal heat is harnessed. Watch bubbling hot pools and steaming geysers at Geysir, then visit Geysirstofa Museum. Admire the Gulfoss Waterfall and explore the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park. Cruise from Reykjavik Old Harbour by night in search of the famous Northern Lights. With informative on-board commentary, watch the skies for the tell-tale shimmering green hues.

Capture the wild spirit of Iceland's spectacular natural highlights on a full-day tour of the Golden Circle from Reykjavik. Alongside a professional guide, discover magnificent landmarks like Îingvellir National Park and the explosive Geysir Hot Spring Area. Marvel at the magnificent power of Gullfloss Waterfall and then head to the Langjökull glacier to experience an exhilarating snowmobile ride across the ice. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Reykjavik hotel on this unforgettable tour.

If you are short on time in Iceland, you can make the most out of a single day on this combination tour from Reykjavík. You'll travel the famed Golden Circle route, visiting Thingvellir, Geysir, and Gulfoss, then enjoy some relaxation in the Secret Lagoon, before embarking on a northern lights hunt in the evening.

Make the most of a limited time in Iceland on this guided tour that takes you directly from your hotel to the must-see attractions around the Golden Circle. See the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Thingvellir National Park, site of the world's first parliament, and walk down the lava canyon where the tectonic plates of America and Eurasia pull apart. Continue to the spouting hot springs of Geysir and on to the mighty Gullfoss waterfall before returning to Reykjavík.

Explore the rugged scenery of Iceland's south Coast on this full-day tour from Reykjavik. Stops include Reynisfjara Beach, Skógafoss Waterfall, Sólaheimasandur Glacier, and other photo-worthy locations. Round-trip transportation from Reykjavik hotels included.

Tick through all of Iceland's Golden Circle sights and more on an 8-hour tour from Reykjavik. Settle into a comfortable Mercedes Benz minibus and tour the country's most celebrated natural treasures. Admire the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall and see the powerful, spouting Strokkur geyser at the Geysir geothermal area. Explore Thingvellir National Park to view the site of Iceland's first parliament and the North American and Eurasian geological rift; and enjoy an extra stop to witness the beautiful Faxi waterfall. Complimentary snacks and beverages, and free on-board WiFi, are included.

Hit the most important landmarks in Iceland during this 8-hour Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik. With a local guide, visit the Gullfoss waterfall, the most impressive cascade in Iceland. Stop at the legendary Geysir geothermal area and explore Thingvelllir (Îingvellir) National Park's mossy expanses and deep fissures. Visit the Friðheimar greenhouse, where geothermal energy is harnessed to grow hothouse vegetables in the middle of the Scandinavian winter. Round-trip transportation from select Reykjavik hotels is included; transportation is by climate-controlled coach.

Go deep into a world of blue ice and frozen tunnels on a full-day tour from Reykjavík to the man made Ice Cap Glacier on Langjökull. Start the day at the steaming Deildartunguhver hot spring, then see the lacy, scenic waterfalls at Hraunfossar. Rumble through ice caves in an 8-wheel monster truck, then continue on foot into caves lit by vivid LED lights. Listen to the sounds of creaking ice and dripping water, then return to the surface and relax on a comfortable bus for the trip back to Reykjavík.

Marvel at some of Iceland's most famous natural sights during this 8-hour day trip along the country's famed Golden Circle. Stop by Thingvellir National Park and check out the mighty Gulfoss waterfall. You'll also have time to explore the Geysir geothermal area and tour Faxi waterfall, plus much more. Minivan transport with on-board Wi-Fi is included.

Grab your camera and discover the natural wonders of Iceland's south coast on this full-day tour from Reykjavik. See the spectacular Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, stroll the black sand beaches of Vik, and walk through the Skaftafell National Park. Finally, hop aboard an amphibian boat for a cruise across the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon (summer only) and sail past jagged icebergs and snow-capped mountains.

Enhance your experience of Iceland's renowned Golden Circle on a private full-day tour of iconic natural landmarks. Alongside an expert guide, absorb the spectacular landscapes of Thingvellir National Park and walk over the spot at which the Eurasian and American tectonic plates diverge. Gaze at the erupting geysers at Haukadalur Valley; see the steam rise from the surface of Lugarvatn's hot springs; and capture photographs of the colossal cascades of the Gullfloss Waterfall. Receive undivided attention from your expert guide on this private tour.

Experience the must-sees of the Golden Circle on this full-day trip from Reykjavik. Aboard a minibus with a small group of other travelers, learn about Iceland's cultural history, geology, and environment. Stops include the famous Gullfoss and Geysir; pickup and drop-off included.

Iceland is home to soaring volcanoes and cascading waterfalls, but the most impressive natural attractions are spread far and wide. This Golden Circle bus tour heads directly through the Geysir geothermal area to sites of interest including the Gulfoss waterfall and Thingvellir National Park. Reach the landmarks in comfort with time to explore on foot, and enjoy panoramic views over the Icelandic countryside with round-trip travel from Reykjavik hotels included.

Explore a lava cave and Iceland's Hengill and Reykjadalur geothermal areas on a day trip from Reykjavik. Head first to Leiðarendi lava cave in the Bláfjöll mountains and take a caving tour to see its multicolored lava formations. Then, hike through Hengill and Reykjadalur, known as 'Steam Valley,' for its steaming pools and vents, and enjoy an optional soak in a geothermal stream. Minivan transport, hotel pickup and drop-off, and caving gear included.

Get the most from a day in Iceland on an 11-hour tour from Reykjavik that covers the Golden Circle, Kerid crater, and Blue Lagoon. View the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates at UNESCO-listed Thingvellir, see the geysers and pools at Geysir, and admire the Gulfoss Waterfall. In addition, visit the lake-filled Kerid volcanic crater, and finish by bathing in the warm Blue Lagoon (own expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off included.