Golden Circle and Waterfalls, with Friðheimar Farm and Kerið in small group
by EastWest · Golden Circle
- Fine on your own
from €139.41 per person
Next departure: Thu 22 Oct
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Duration
9 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Reykjavík
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Guide
Guided in English
Departs
08:30, 09:00
Minimum age
4
Cancellation
Free until 24 hours before
About this experience
Come with us and embark on an unforgettable adventure through Iceland's breathtaking Golden Circle, where every stop promises a new adventure and breathtaking scenery. Join us as we uncover the wonders of this iconic route, from majestic waterfalls to geothermal marvels and charming local farms.
Tour Highlights:
1. Thingvellir National Park: It stands as the sole location worldwide where you can stand between two continental plates simultaneously, offering a unique experience. Additionally, visitors have the opportunity to explore the historical site where Iceland's first parliament was established.
2. Öxarárfoss Waterfall: Marvel at the beauty of Öxarárfoss, a picturesque waterfall nestled within Thingvellir National Park.
3. Efstidalur Dairy Farm: Experience Icelandic farm life at Efstidalur Dairy Farm, where you can meet friendly cows and sample delicious dairy products.
4. Geysir Hot Spring: Feel the ground tremble beneath your feet at the Geysir Hot Spring Area, home to the legendary Strokkur geyser. Watch with amazement as Strokkur erupts, shooting a powerful mixture of steam and water into the air.
5. Gullfoss Waterfall: Simply breathtaking. It is one of Iceland's most famous waterfalls, known for its majestic beauty. When you stand at the edge of the canyon, you can feel the powerful spray of the glacial waters as they thunderously plunge into the depths below.
6. Fridheimar Tomato Farm (Lunch Stop): Enjoy a delicious lunch at Fridheimar Tomato Farm, a unique dining experience set amidst thriving tomato greenhouses. Taste the freshest ingredients straight from the farm and indulge in a meal filled with local flavors. (not included).
7. Kerið Crater Lake: is a breathtaking volcanic crater that boasts vibrant turquoise waters. You can enjoy a relaxing walk along the rim of the crater while admiring the striking contrast between the red volcanic rock and the beautiful azure lake below.
The Golden Circle, Iceland's popular route near the capital, offers diverse natural scenery and stories from settlement to present times. Join us for a celebratory experience of Iceland's beauty and cultural heritage.
Why Choose East West Tours?
At East West Tours, we strive to create unforgettable experiences that showcase the best of Iceland's natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Our small-group tours ensure personalized attention, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of Iceland's Golden Circle.
With expert guides, comfortable transportation, and carefully curated itineraries, we ensure that every moment of your Golden Circle adventure is truly memorable.
Book your Golden Circle tour with East West Tours today and embark on a journey of discovery through Iceland's most enchanting landscapes and landmarks.
Description from the operator, EastWest. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Where you go
- Golden Circle and Waterfalls
Included
- Pickup will begin at 8:30. Please make sure you are ready at your assigned pickup spot by 8:30.
- Free WiFi on board
- Professional local guide
- Drop off back in Reykjavik
- We will stop at Fridheimar for lunch (not included). Additionally, we will make stops at other places along the way where you can purchase snacks.
Not included
Lunch at Fridheimar is not included
Food and drinks are not included
Good to know
Dress according to weather, good shoes and a camera.
- Pickup begins at 08:30. Please be ready at the selected location based on this information. Have your phone number with reception, we will call you if we can't find you.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not stroller accessible
- Operates in different weather conditions, please dress accordingly
- Due to the duration of this tour and the fixed schedule, we believe that infants (0-3 years old) should not attend this tour.
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- If you are staying in the downtown area and you do not find the name of your hotel in the list, we will need you to use the bus stop designated to your specific accommodation. These bus stops were created by the city of Reykjavik to limit traffic of buses and larger vehicles in the sometimes narrow streets in the older parts of Reykjavik.
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.
- 1EastWest 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 & Friðheimar Visit From Reykjavik - Small Group Tour from Nordur Travel Services ehf is €114 — €26 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| EastWest · €139 | Nordur Travel Services ehf · €114 | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting there | You make your own way | Picks you up |
On everything we can measure, the Nordur Travel Services ehf tour is the better buy. The €26 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 4 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
EastWest 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 EastWest
Read all 2,173 reviews on Google →Operator rating 5.0/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
I took three different day tours with this company during my stay in Iceland: the Golden Circle, South Coast, and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. All three were absolutely breathtaking! You get to experience so much of Iceland’s incredible beauty in a comfortable, well-organized way. The minibuses were clean, the tours were punctual, and I always felt safe while having a lot of fun. Leroy and Ionut were my guides and drivers. Leroy went above and beyond. He is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, professional, and has a great sense of humor. Truly one of a kind! 🙂 Ionut was equally wonderful—caring, knowledgeable, organized, and an excellent guide who made the day both enjoyable and informative. I highly recommend this company to anyone visiting Iceland. It was one of the highlights of my trip!
★★★★★ · 3 weeks ago
We booked 3 tours with this company. Our Northern Lights tour was a bust, but they rebooked it for tomorrow for us. This review is for Golden Circle. We also have a South Coast Tour planned for tomorrow. Stay tuned for those reviews as well. East West is extremely communicative, I encourage you to check your email the morning of pick up. A lot of tour companies use the bus stops and have multiple vehicles. We knew Simon was our driver and had a license plate number. Simon was great, with a fantastic sense of humor. He explained exactly what was going on at every step of the way. We visited the National Park, fresh ice cream shop, waterfall, geyser, crater, and tomato farm. Definitely a long day with a lot to do. I will say that food everywhere is expensive. Tomato farm was very good though. 2nd review is the South Coast Tour. Oscar was our guide for this tour. We went to black sand beach, and some really amazing waterfalls and a glacier. I don’t want to say too much and ruin it for you. We loved this one even more than the first. The scenery is absolutely stunning. This is a 10 hour tour and well worth it. Finally was our second go at the Northern Lights. We hit them at the very first stop. By the way, hot chocolate is amazing. This company and everyone we met who works for them is top notch.
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
The Golden Circle tour guided by Gon was one of the most incredible experiences of our lives. First, a moment for Iceland because this country is 😍. 🇮🇸 We started the day punctually, in an immaculately clean van, with a wonderful group of tourists and expert tour guide. After an early start, Gon was on mission to maximize our experience on this tour. He was able to squeeze in a few extra stops that were just the cherry on top of all of the experiences included in the tour. He thoughtfully planned out and timed our route to place us in locations at ideal times for lower crowds. Not one stop felt rushed or “overcrowded” at any point on our trip (aside from Guyser, which is apparently always packed in summer). Gon was extremely knowledgeable of Icelandic culture and history, blending informative segments and opportunities to quietly take in the majesty of the remarkable landscape. From breathtaking vistas and grand waterfalls, to expertly crafted dining and treats, to interaction with native animals, this adventure was more than we could have ever hoped for! One for the memory book for sure! Gon, Eastwest, we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to experience Iceland with you! Leaving with a greater appreciation and knowledge of what a truly unique country this is because of this tour.
★★★★★ · a month ago
Our South Coast tour with Einar was fantastic! He was super knowledgeable and lots of fun. He was able to drive and guide us all safely through our 10 hour tour. I highly recommend! We also did the Golden Circle tour with Monica as our tour guide. She was quite entertaining and very interactive with the group. She made us all feel welcome and we had beautiful weather. You can tell she is passionate about the land!
Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026
Read before you book
- Best Golden Circle Tour (2026): 5 Picks From ReykjavíkThe Golden Circle tours we would book ourselves from Reykjavík: small group, budget bus, lagoon combo and private, with real adult prices.
- Friðheimar tomato farm on the Golden CircleWhat the Friðheimar stop includes, why lunch is almost never in the tour price, and which Golden Circle tour books you a table rather than dropping you off.
- Kerið crater: worth the stop?The red crater on the Golden Circle, and the only stop on it that charges. What the €4 buys, how long it takes, and which tours include it.
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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
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