Golden Circle Serenity & Hvammsvik Hot Springs

by Your Friend in Reykjavik · Lagoons & spas · Airport transfers · Golden Circle

4.90· 1,779 Google reviews of the operator
  • Luxury
  • Works in the rain
  • Eco-certified
  • Skip the queue
  • Can be tailored

from €1,933 for up to 2

Next departure: Thu 22 Oct

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Golden Circle Serenity & Hvammsvik Hot Springs — Your Friend in Reykjavik
A traveller entering a tour vehicle from Your Friend in Reykjavik
A picture of a waterfall that formed a rainbow in the centre.
A picture of a Geysir in Iceland.
A tour vehicle from Your Friend in Reykjavik in front of the Harpa Concert Hall
A small waterfall running into a creek.
A picture of Þingvellir National Park
A picture of Gullfoss, one of the biggest waterfalls in Iceland.
Another picture of a Geysir in Iceland.
Golden Circle Serenity & Hvammsvik Hot Springs, photo 10
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  • Duration

    10 hours

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    All year

  • Starts in

    Reykjavík

  • Pickup

    Hotel pickup included

  • Guide

    Guided in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish

  • Departs

    09:00

  • Cancellation

    Free until 24 hours before

About this experience

Join us on a private, bespoke Golden Circle tour in a luxury vehicle.
The Golden Circle includes some of Iceland's most iconic sightseeing spots. These destinations captivate visitors not only for their proximity to the capital but also for their stunning beauty, rich history, and unique geology. The traditional Golden Circle route features Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss Waterfall.

We can customize your tour to include additional sites such as Kerið Crater Lake, the historical bishopric of Skálholt, and Friðheimar Tomato Farm for a unique meal experience. We aim to tailor the tour to suit your interests—just reach out to us at info@yourfriendinreykjavik.com to plan your ideal itinerary.

Main Stops on the Golden Circle

Þingvellir National Park
Þingvellir holds deep significance for Icelanders as the site of Alþingi, the world’s oldest Parliament, founded in 930. It’s one of the few places on Earth where the Mid-Atlantic Ridge rises above ground, offering a remarkable view of tectonic forces.
Walk through the Almannagjá tectonic rift, explore the parliament’s historic grounds, marvel at the beauty of Öxaráfoss waterfall, and enjoy the scenic Þingvallavatn Lake, Iceland’s largest. Fans of Game of Thrones will recognize some iconic scenes shot here. Þingvellir is also where Icelanders embraced Christianity around the year 1000. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004.

Gullfoss Waterfall
Gullfoss is one of Iceland’s most stunning waterfalls, plunging in three steps into a canyon 64 meters deep. The curve of the canyon and the constant spray create a dramatic effect, making it appear as if the waterfall drops into an abyss. Early in the 20th century, conservationist Sólveig Tómasdóttir campaigned to protect Gullfoss, helping to preserve this natural treasure.

Geysir Geothermal Area
The Geysir geothermal area features bubbling hot springs and erupting geysers. Although the original Geysir is now mostly dormant, Strokkur erupts every few minutes, reaching heights up to 30 meters (98 feet).

Kerið Crater Lake
This striking crater lake in Iceland’s Western Volcanic Zone has a unique red volcanic rock surrounding the vivid blue lake. Formed around 3,000 years ago, Kerið is 55 meters deep and offers spectacular views, contrasting the lake’s colors against the surrounding landscape.

Hvammsvik Hot Springs
As a fixed stop on our tour, Hvammsvik Hot Springs is an oasis of relaxation surrounded by nature. The hot springs offer various pools with temperatures adjusted by the incoming tides, providing an immersive experience on the shores of Hvalfjörður fjord. Tickets to Hvammsvik Hot Springs are included in the tour, allowing you to enjoy the calming waters while surrounded by Iceland’s breathtaking scenery.

Optional Activity

Friðheimar Tomato Farm
Enjoy a meal in a greenhouse at Friðheimar, where tomatoes grow year-round despite Iceland’s long winters. Surrounded by plants, you’ll be treated to tomato soup, fresh bread, and other delicious offerings.

Additional Stops

We can add further stops to your Golden Circle tour for an additional fee, extending the duration as desired. Options include glacier hikes, snowmobiling, and a visit to the Blue Lagoon. Extra charges apply for each hour added beyond the standard tour duration.


Note: The tickets for the Hvammsvik Hot Springs are already included. 

Description from the operator, Your Friend in Reykjavik. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

  1. Hotel Pick-Up
  2. Þingvellir National Park
  3. Gullfoss Waterfall
  4. Geysir Geothermal Area
  5. Friðheimar Tomato Farm
  6. End of Tour

Included

  • This tour includes, expert guide, comfortable car, gasoline, and more

Not included

  • Tips are welcome in Iceland if you feel the tour is of good quality but not a requirement

Good to know

  • Please dress according to the weather, in Iceland that means be prepared for any kind of weather. :). 


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.

  1. 1Your Friend in Reykjavik 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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 — €1819 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.

Your Friend in Reykjavik · €1933Nordur Travel Services ehf · €114
How long it runs10 hours9 hours

The €1819 buys you 1 more hour out. Whether that is worth it is your call — but that is what the difference is.

Who this is not for

  • Priced per vehicle, so it is poor value for one or two people and good value for four or more sharing.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

Your Friend in Reykjavik 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 Your Friend in Reykjavik

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Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Sanket Das

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    Your Friend in Reykjavik is the best tour company in Reykjavik . I took Walk with a Viking Tour , Snaefellsnes Peninsula day tour and 6 days around Iceland Adventure tour . I spent 8 Nights in Iceland . I stayed 2 nights at Hotel Reykjavik Grand , 1 night at Hotel Geirland , 1 night at Hotel Hofn , 1 night at Wilderness Center , 1 night at Akureyri Berjaya Iceland Hotels , 1 night at Hotel Laugarbakki , 1 night at Hotel Keflavik . It was an amazing tour . My experience in Iceland was magical and heavenly . I also visited Blue Lagoon and it was a nice experience. I enjoyed my every second in Iceland . Iceland is one of the most beautiful country on our planet . I would keep visiting Iceland in the future . Thank you for making my Iceland journey special and memorable .

  • Wendy Uhlig

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    We had a great time on our Iceland Folklore tour. Our guide was Einar. He was a fantastic storyteller!! Hidden people/elves, trolls and ghost stories - and a lot of Icelandic history. Thank you Einar!!

  • Nanci Ritter

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    Petra was an incredible guide. We asked her to show us as much as she could before taking our crazy family of 10 to the airport for our flights to three different cities ! First stop was the beautiful church in downtown Reykjavik that had just opened with an organ recital. Next stop a lovely spot and observation sight overlooking the city by the Pearl. Cold and wet she found us a lovely coffee shop with the best pastries for a welcome mid morning rest next to the sea. Back in the van we drove for a bit before having the opportunity to explore a geothermal field on our way to the airport. A perfect day and ending to our time in Iceland. Petra shared alot of history and information from the perspective of a local which we all appreciated and enjoyed!

  • Vincent Damas

    ★★★★★ · 4 months ago

    Nice walking trip in Reykjavik city centre with our local guide Hrafn, very friendly and knowledgeable. A good introduction to Iceland on the very first day of our 2 weeks road-trip around the island 👍

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

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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.

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Simply Iceland

Private golden circle tour

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pickup included

8 h · from Reykjavík

  • No free cancellation
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