Silver Circle in West Iceland - Stunning sights and sagas
by Simply Iceland · Sightseeing day tours · West Iceland
- Fine on your own
from €179.78 per person
Next departure: Thu 22 Oct
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Duration
9 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Húsafell
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Guide
Guided in English
Departs
09:00
Cancellation
Free until 999 days before
About this experience
Embark on the Silver Circle – a journey deep into the heart of Iceland’s raw beauty and volcanic history. This captivating tour offers a unique opportunity to explore some of the country's most breathtaking and lesser-traveled natural wonders, all while tracing a route that showcases the power and majesty of the Silver Circle itself.
Departing from Reykjavik, the adventure begins with a visit to Deildartunguhver, one of the most powerful hot springs in the world. Here, the intense geothermal activity that defines Iceland comes alive, setting the stage for the dramatic landscapes to come.
Next, the tour leads you to Barnafossar, a waterfall as mysterious as it is beautiful, with churning blue waters and local legends that add a touch of Icelandic folklore to the journey.
From there, the Silver Circle winds into the serene expanse of Húsafell, a lush, green oasis nestled against ancient lava fields. Known for its striking scenery and opportunities to connect with nature, this stop serves as a peaceful prelude to the tour's underground marvel.
After reaching Húsafell, you’ll have the chance to personalize your Silver Circle experience with one of the following optional activities:
- Snowmobiling on Langjökull Glacier – an exhilarating ride across Iceland’s second-largest glacier, offering unmatched views and high-adrenaline fun.
- ATV Quad Biking in Húsafell – explore the rugged terrain surrounding Húsafell on an exciting off-road adventure.
- Guided Tour of Víðgelmir Cave – venture deep into one of Iceland’s largest lava caves and discover its spectacular formations and volcanic history.
- Húsafell Canyon Baths – relax in naturally heated geothermal pools set in a remote canyon with stunning views.
- Free Time in Húsafell – take a leisurely walk, visit the local art installations, or simply unwind in this peaceful natural haven.
Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a deeper connection with Iceland’s geological wonders, the Silver Circle offers something for every traveler—a journey that’s as flexible as it is unforgettable.
Description from the operator, Simply Iceland. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Where you go
- Reykjavik pickup
- Deildartunguhver
- Hraunfossar and Barnafossar
- Husafell
- Surtlureykir
Included
In this tour the guided minibus tour from Reykjavik is included. All meals and the activities in Husafell are not included.
Not included
Meals and activities are not included, but can be purchased extra and separately
Good to know
Sturdy shoes
Camera
The bus will stop in Husafell for three hours. Two hours for activities of your choosing and on hour for lunch.
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until 999 days before departure, then 50% of the price within 2 days. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
Why this one and not the cheaper one?
The nearest cheaper Westisland - 6stündige deutschsprachiger Landausflug - Wasserfälle Hraunfossar, Heißwasserquelle Deildartunguhver & Krater Grábrók from SPS Travel is €115 — €65 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| Simply Iceland · €180 | SPS Travel · €115 | |
|---|---|---|
| How long it runs | 9 hours | 6 hours |
| Changing your mind | Free until 23976 h before | Not stated |
The €65 buys you 3 more hours out and free cancellation up to 23976 h before. Whether that is worth it is your call — but that is what the difference is.
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Who this is not for
- Not for last-minute planners — free cancellation ends 999 days before, longer than most tours here.
Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.
Why we list it
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What travellers say about Simply Iceland
Read all 64 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
What a day on the glacier! I was on the glacier on a snowmobile two years ago, but Simply Iceland is worlds better. An amazing tour with great people. A big thank you to Gabriela and her colleague for the fantastic tour. Top-notch snowmobiles, top-notch location—just simply the best. Five stars aren’t even enough, but I can’t give any more. Thanks from Ingo and Jian
★★★★★ · a month ago
My fiancée and I went snowmobiling on a glacier, and it was one of the best adrenaline experiences of our lives. We were lucky enough to have sunny weather with a cloud inversion, which made it even better. Since it was the beginning of September, the snow wasn’t the absolute best, but it was far from terrible. Our guides Gabriela and Eva explained the rules and operation of the snowmobiles very thoroughly, and the ride in the modified 4x4 was another major highlight. Overall, we couldn’t recommend this activity more. PS: If possible, get your own snowmobile instead of sharing one for two people.
★★★★★ · 7 months ago
We had the best time ever snowmobiling this week, a once in a lifetime opportunity and something we will never forget. Felt really safe and well equipped with gear. 10/10 would recommend :)
★★★★★ · 5 months ago
Snowmobiling on Langjöjull glacier was a wonderful experience! We chose the "meet on location" version and drove to Húsafell ourselves, but transportation from Reykjavik is also available. The tour started with a superjeep ride to the snowmobiles. This took only about half an hour, but our guide told us that in the winter the drive was sometimes up to 2 hours due to the road conditions. Beautiful scenery and despite the rough road the drive on the superjeep was really comfortable. Once we reached the snowmobiles we met our snowmobile guide, who showed us how to operate the snowmobiles and went over some safety instructions. The snowmobiling was so much fun! The guide was wonderful at taking into account the different speeds everyone in the group was comfortable with, ensuring that no one was left behind while allowing us to go fast enough to feel the thrill of speeding through the snow. We were provided with helmets and coveralls for the tour, and there were gloves as well for those who hadn't brought their own. The guides, Gabrilla and Robert Orri, took great care of the group keeping everyone safe and making sure each and every person left from the glacier with wonderful memories of the time we spent there. I have no complaints whatsoever of the experience and encourage everyone looking for a fun day to book this tour!
Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026
Read before you book
- Borgarnes: the first stop northAn hour from Reykjavík, and the town everyone drives through without stopping. The Settlement Centre, the lava cave nearby, and why the petrol station is not the town.
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Hotels
Where to stay for this tour
Places to stay near Borgarfjörður, from our hotel partners. Rooms are booked on our hotels site. Ourhotels is our sister company — the same people, a different business — so we list it first and say so.
from 17.442 kr.Ourhotels · our sister company
Hotel · Borgarnes
The Hvítá Inn
8 km away · a night for two, indicative
from 18.252 kr.Ourhotels · our sister company
Hotel · Borgarbyggð
Hvítá Trucks
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from 12.049 kr.Lowest price
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Fossatún Camping Pods
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