Golden Circle & Laugarvatn Fontana Small Group Day Tour
by Arctic Adventures · Lagoons & spas · Golden Circle
- Fine on your own
- Self-guided
from €176.11 per person
Next departure: Sat 24 Oct
1 / 28
Duration
8 hours and 30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Reykjavík
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Departs
09:00
Minimum age
6
Cancellation
Free until 24 hours before
About this experience
Discover Iceland's most iconic natural wonders in the comfort of a small group minibus exploring the sights of the Golden Circle; Thingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir & Kerið. Then, unwind in the newly renovated and reopened Laugarvatn Fontana spa, located on the shores of lake Laugarvatn including geothermally heated pools, steam baths, sauna and a swim up bar.
Highlights
- Relax in Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Pools & Steam Baths
- Witness the raw power of Gullfoss waterfall
- Watch Strokkur geyser erupt every few minutes
- Walk between the tectonic plates at Thingvellir
- Enjoy a cozy small group experience by minibus
- Visit Kerið volcanic crater
Kerið
Start your journey with a pickup from your accommodation or a nearby authorized meeting point in Reykjavik. head to the Kerið volcanic crater, a striking crater filled with a vivid blue lake and framed by steep slopes. Take an easy walk around the rim, where every angle offers a new view of the surrounding landscape and the water below.
Gullfoss
Continue to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls. Watch as glacial waters from Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier, plummet into the depths below. Whether you visit in summer, winter, spring, or fall, Gullfoss never fails to be mesmerizing.
Geysir
Next, visit the Geysir Geothermal Area, home to Iceland’s most famous geysers. Watch Strokkur erupt every few minutes, shooting boiling water high into the air. Stroll among bubbling water pools, clear geothermal springs, and steam vents.
Laugarvatn Fontana
relax in the warm waters of the newly renovated Laugarvatn Fontana baths, just on the edge of the lake Laugarvatn. Enjoy the healing powers of the natural steam baths and outdoor geothermally heated swimming baths.
Thingvellir National park
Head to Thingvellir National Park, where you’ll walk between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. Learn about the park’s history and take in the stunning landscapes.
Description from the operator, Arctic Adventures. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Where you go
- Kerið Volcanic Crater
- Gullfoss Waterfall
- Geysir Geothermal Area
- Laugarvatn Fontana Baths
- Þingvellir National Park
Included
Included
- Small group guaranteed (max. 19 passengers)
- Transfer to/from Reykjavík by comfortable minibus
- Guided sightseeing tour of the Golden Circle
- Entrance to Laugarvatn Fontana
- Free Wi-Fi on board
Good to know
What to bring
- Warm, waterproof clothing
- Hat & gloves
- Sturdy shoes
- Ice spikes (Oct–Apr)
- Packed lunch
- Bathing suit and towel
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- We pickup from all hotels and guesthouses in Reykjavík between 9:00 and 9:30. Please be at your designated pick up location at 9:00am, however, it may take your guide up to 30 minutes to collect you depending on your location and traffic.
- We do pickup at hotels, guesthouses and bus stops in Reykjavík. If your hotel is located in the restricted area for busses you would need to walk to the closest bus stop. See the Bus stop website for further details.
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
If the weather cancels this tour
Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is a forecast the operator judges unsafe. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.
- 1Arctic Adventures decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
- 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
- 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.
What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 1 day before departure, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Why this one and not the cheaper one?
The nearest cheaper Golden Circle in Spanish with Kerid Crater & Local Farm Visit in Small Group from Nordur Travel Services ehf is €114 — €62 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| Arctic Adventures · €176 | Nordur Travel Services ehf · €114 | |
|---|---|---|
| How long it runs | 8.5 hours | 9 hours |
On everything we can measure, the Nordur Travel Services ehf tour is the better buy. The €62 is not buying anything we can point to, so unless you want this operator in particular, take the cheaper one.
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
- Children under 6 cannot join this one.
Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.
Why we list it
Arctic Adventures is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Arctic Adventures
Read all 5,195 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.6/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
This was a phenomenal trip with AMAZING sights. Our tour guide was informative, friendly, and easy to listen to. You will learn a lot and see nature at its greatest. We absolutely loved this tour and would recommend it to anyone. The car ride is comfortable and there is wifi as well! Shout out to our tour guide, Magnus (I hope I’m spelling his name correctly), who told us some hilarious stories.
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
I spent six days on a bus tour around Iceland with a professional guide. It was an excellent opportunity to gain a comprehensive overview of Iceland's breathtaking nature while also learning about the country's history and the everyday lives of its people. Iceland's landscape and animals are truly unique, featuring magnificent waterfalls, geysers, whales, seals, puffins, volcanoes, glaciers, and mountains. Every day brought new and unforgettable experiences. Of course, none of this would have been possible without our guide, Viko. He not only drove the bus safely but also shared fascinating stories about Icelandic history, culture, and way of life. He was willing to tailor the itinerary to our group's interests and wishes, making the experience even more enjoyable. I am very grateful for his professionalism, knowledge, and enthusiasm in interpreting Iceland's natural and cultural heritage. He played a key role in making this tour such a memorable experience.
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
I did the Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik. Such an amazing tour and one of the highlights of my trip to Iceland! Our guide, Erik, was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much interesting information about Iceland throughout the day. We visited some of the country’s most beautiful sights, including stunning waterfalls, Vik, black sand beaches, and other breathtaking stops along the South Coast. The pickup process was simple and organized, making the day completely stress-free. The scenery was incredible from start to finish, and Erik helped make the experience even better with his knowledge, friendliness, and enthusiasm. If you’re visiting Iceland, the South Coast is a must-do, and I highly recommend taking this tour with Erik as your guide!
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
What a wonderful adventure! The 3 Day South Coast/Golden Circle tour included all of the sites we wanted to see and it did not disappoint. We were picked up at a bus stop in downtown Reykjavik and our journey began with about 16 other guests, a good group size. Our tour guide "Good" John did an excellent job teaching us about the history of Iceland and the sites we saw. The tour is well organized with just enough time at each site. He also made adjustments to the itinerary based on the weather as well as including sites not on the tour to give us more to see, which we loved! There were plenty of bathroom/food breaks as needed and we loved that we could just sit back, relax, and enjoy the views outside the window rather than worrying about driving and parking. Our multi-day tour included a 2 night stay at Adventure Hotel Geirland, which Arctic Adventures owns. Such a quiet hotel, convenient location with beautiful views. Our only complaints were that the shower leaked and made the floor wet, and that dinner at the restaurant was expensive with limited options. However the food was good and breakfast was included. The Katla Ice Cave was our favorite part, which was partnered with Southcoast Adventure, and our guide Inga was very friendly and knowledgeable. We did pay for a hiking boot rental for my husband but never received the boots. We did not ask our tour guide so we are not sure what happened with that. Overall we absolutely loved this tour and would highly recommend Arctic Adventures to anyone visiting Iceland for the first time!
Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026
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Reviews from our travellers
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Reviews arrive the day after each trip — none yet for this one. After your tour we send one email asking how it was, and what you write goes here, unedited.
Lagoons & spas — questions people ask
Is the Blue Lagoon worth it or is it too touristy?
It is busy and it is worth it, once. The water is milky blue from silica, the setting in the Reykjanes lava is unlike anywhere else, and it sits twenty minutes from Keflavík Airport, so it fits an arrival or departure day. Book a time slot in advance; it sells out. If crowds bother you, go early morning or after 20:00. The Secret Lagoon or Fontana on the Golden Circle are calmer and cheaper alternatives.
Can I do the Blue Lagoon on the way to or from the airport?
Yes, and it is the best way to use it. Transfers like IceTransfer's Keflavík to Blue Lagoon to Reykjavík (/experience/1036423/) or the reverse (/experience/1036419/) stop at the lagoon for a few hours with your luggage stored. Allow at least three hours at the lagoon and check that your slot lines up with your flight. Note that the Reykjanes eruptions have closed the lagoon at short notice; check its status before travelling.
What is the difference between the Secret Lagoon and the Blue Lagoon?
The Secret Lagoon at Flúðir is a simple, warm geothermal pool with a bubbling hot spring beside it and basic changing rooms. It is on the Golden Circle, so it slots into a sightseeing day (/experience/17050/, /experience/624446/). The Blue Lagoon is a spa: silica masks, swim-up bar, saunas and a price to match. If you want a soak after a day of waterfalls, Secret Lagoon. If you want the spa day, Blue Lagoon.
Do I have to shower naked before a pool in Iceland?
Yes, at every public pool and most lagoons. Swimwear off, wash thoroughly with soap, swimwear on, then into the water. It is a hygiene rule because Icelandic pools use very little chlorine, and it is taken seriously. Changing rooms are single-sex with open showers; some larger lagoons have a few private cubicles. Nobody looks. It feels odd for thirty seconds and then it does not.
Hotels
Where to stay for this tour
From the cheapest to the top end of what is near Reykjavík, from our hotel partners. Rooms are booked on our hotels site.
from 16.181 kr.Lowest price
Guesthouse · Reykjavík
Old Town Reykjavík
under 1 km away · a night for two, indicative
from 41.790 kr.Mid-range
Hotel · Reykjavík
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel
under 1 km away · a night for two, indicative
from 60.840 kr.Top end
Hotel · Reykjavik
Hótel Holt
under 1 km away · a night for two, indicative
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