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Experience the midnight sun on this five-day summer adventure of Iceland’s southern coast. Visit all the highlights of the country’s iconic Golden Circle – soaking in the steamy geothermal waters of the Secret Lagoon and marvelling at the eruptions of the Strokkur Geysir, before strapping on the crampons and hiking across the Solheimajokull Glacier, feeling the mist of waterfalls on your face. If you’re lucky, you might even see a whisp of the Northern Lights!

Trip Name
Iceland's Golden Circle in Depth
Last Updated
2024-08-14
Days
5
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Make the most of Iceland at night during the midnight sun, a period in summer when the sun doesn't set for almost 24 hours!
  • Explore one of Europe’s largest ice caps on an adventurous walk over the alien landscape of Solheimajokull Glacier, and bask in the spray of the spectacular Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss falls.
  • Visit a local art workshop and chat with the artists in a rugged, off the beaten path harbour town.
  • See the sights that make Iceland’s famous Golden Circle so celebrated, from Gulfoss Waterfall to Strokkur Geysir and Thingvellir National Park.
  • There are few things more quintessentially Icelandic than soaking in a geothermal pool – experience it for yourself during a visit to the lesser-known Secret Lagoon.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Reykjavik
Welcome to Iceland! Your adventure begins in Reykjavik – the world’s northernmost capital. Your adventure officiaqlly begins at your welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, why not hit the streets and explore the city's boutiques and cosy cafes. After your meeting, you might like to head into town with the group and get to know each other over dinner.
Day 2 - Reykjanes Peninsula - Hveragerdi
Take a moment to breathe in the fresh Icelandic air before heading out to the Reykjanes Peninsula, stopping at the Bridge between Continents along the way – this footbridge spans the fissure between the North American and Eurasian continental plates. Visit the eerie mud pools and steam vents of Gunnuhver, named after the angry ghost that’s said to have been trapped in the hot springs 400 years ago. Then, check out Hafnarfjordur and a local artist’s community. You’ll see their space on a guided tour where you’ll meet the artists and learn about the history of the building and the community. Have lunch in the harbor town of Keflavik then continue through the geothermal areas of Krisuvik and Seltun. Your final stop today will be Strandarkirkja – a Lutheran church that’s been a landmark for seafaring travellers since the 12th century. After a busy day, you’ll head for your accommodation near the town of Hveragerdi and settle in for the night.
Day 3 - Hveragerdi / Golden Circle
Today is all about exploring Iceland’s famous Golden Circle. Head to the geyser geothermal area to check out Strokkur and watch as the geyser swells with blue water before erupting and shooting 20 to 30 m into the air. Take in the sheer power of the Gullfoss double waterfall on the Hvita River, then, after witnessing these natural wonders, it’s time to reap the benefits of Iceland’s geothermal activity yourself. Your group will head out for a summer soak in the warm waters of the Secret Lagoon – fed by various hot springs, this spot is the oldest pool in Iceland. When you're fully destressed (or before your fingers start to prune), head back to your accommodation, where you can relax for the night.
Day 4 - Hveragerdi / South Coast
Start the day by visiting the mighty Seljalandsfoss Waterfall and take a walk behind its cascade for a different perspective. Continue chasing waterfalls at the powerful Skogafoss – one of Iceland's biggest falls at 25 m wide and with a drop of 60 m. From here, embark on a short hike to Kvernufoss Waterfall, hidden in a nearby valley. These falls are framed by moss-coated cliffs of lava rock, adding to its otherworldly appearance. After you’ve had your fill of falls, take a walk on one of Europe's biggest ice caps – the mighty Solheimajokull Glacier. No experience is necessary to partake in the hike – your guide will brief you on all you need to know so you can explore the glacier safely. This evening you’ll enjoy a comforting dinner at your accommodation – if you’re travelling during the time of the midnight sun, why not go out for a late walk and soak in the strange atmosphere of nighttime sunshine.
Day 5 - Thingvellir National Park - Reykjavik
It’s time to head back to Reykjavik. On the way, stop at Thingvellir National Park to see the Parliament Plains – the site of Iceland’s first parliament. Thingvellir also contains the Silfra fissure, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly pulling apart. The resulting gap is partly filled with fresh water and is clearly visible. When you get back to Reykjavik, your leader will take you out on a walking tour to discover more of the history and culture of this fascinating city. After, your trip comes to an end and there are no further activities planned. If you’d like to extend your stay in the city, just reach out to your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
24-07-202528-07-2025AUD $ 4,065-
31-07-202504-08-2025AUD $ 3,744-
07-08-202511-08-2025AUD $ 4,410-
14-08-202518-08-2025AUD $ 4,140-
21-08-202525-08-2025AUD $ 3,566-
28-08-202501-09-2025AUD $ 3,861-
04-09-202508-09-2025AUD $ 4,480-
11-09-202515-09-2025AUD $ 4,095-
18-09-202522-09-2025AUD $ 4,395-
02-10-202506-10-2025AUD $ 3,565-
09-10-202513-10-2025AUD $ 3,795-
23-04-202627-04-2026AUD $ 3,765-
07-05-202611-05-2026AUD $ 3,765-
14-05-202618-05-2026AUD $ 3,765-
21-05-202625-05-2026AUD $ 3,765-
28-05-202601-06-2026AUD $ 3,765-
04-06-202608-06-2026AUD $ 3,915-
11-06-202615-06-2026AUD $ 3,915-
18-06-202622-06-2026AUD $ 3,915-
25-06-202629-06-2026AUD $ 3,915-
02-07-202606-07-2026AUD $ 4,065-
09-07-202613-07-2026AUD $ 4,065-
23-07-202627-07-2026AUD $ 4,065-
30-07-202603-08-2026AUD $ 4,065-
06-08-202610-08-2026AUD $ 4,065-
13-08-202617-08-2026AUD $ 4,065-
17-08-202621-08-2026AUD $ 4,065-
20-08-202624-08-2026AUD $ 4,065-
27-08-202631-08-2026AUD $ 4,065-
03-09-202607-09-2026AUD $ 3,915-
10-09-202614-09-2026AUD $ 3,915-
17-09-202621-09-2026AUD $ 3,915-
24-09-202628-09-2026AUD $ 3,915-
01-10-202605-10-2026AUD $ 3,765-
08-10-202612-10-2026AUD $ 3,765-
22-04-202726-04-2027AUD $ 3,765-
06-05-202710-05-2027AUD $ 3,765-
13-05-202717-05-2027AUD $ 3,765-
20-05-202724-05-2027AUD $ 3,765-
27-05-202731-05-2027AUD $ 3,765-
03-06-202707-06-2027AUD $ 3,765-
10-06-202714-06-2027AUD $ 3,765-
17-06-202721-06-2027AUD $ 3,765-
24-06-202728-06-2027AUD $ 3,765-
01-07-202705-07-2027AUD $ 3,765-
08-07-202712-07-2027AUD $ 3,765-
22-07-202726-07-2027AUD $ 3,765-
29-07-202702-08-2027AUD $ 3,765-
05-08-202709-08-2027AUD $ 3,765-
12-08-202716-08-2027AUD $ 3,765-
16-08-202720-08-2027AUD $ 3,765-
19-08-202723-08-2027AUD $ 3,765-
26-08-202730-08-2027AUD $ 3,765-
02-09-202706-09-2027AUD $ 3,765-
09-09-202713-09-2027AUD $ 3,765-
16-09-202720-09-2027AUD $ 3,765-
23-09-202727-09-2027AUD $ 3,765-
30-09-202704-10-2027AUD $ 3,765-
07-10-202711-10-2027AUD $ 3,765-

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Transport

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