Private Golden Circle & Hvammsvik Hot Springs

by Absorb Iceland · Lagoons & spas · Golden Circle

  • Luxury
  • Couples
  • Suits older travellers
  • Good with teenagers
  • Can be tailored

from €1,788.96 per vehicle

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Private Golden Circle & Hvammsvik Hot Springs — Absorb Iceland
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  • Duration

    10 hours

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    All year

  • Starts in

    Mosfellsbær

  • Pickup

    Hotel pickup included

  • Guide

    Guided in English

  • Departs

    08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 …

  • Minimum age

    10

  • Cancellation

    Free until 2 days before

About this experience

Welcome to the Golden Circle & Hvammsvik Hot Springs tour, an exciting full-day adventure taking you to some of Iceland's most famous natural wonders. Get ready for an incredible journey filled with breathtaking landscapes and historical significance.

Our first stop is Thingvellir, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the birthplace of the world's oldest parliament. Explore the stunning surroundings and learn about the fascinating history of this ancient site. It's a truly remarkable place that will leave you in awe.

Next, we'll head to Geysir, a geothermal area renowned for its erupting hot springs. Prepare to witness the captivating spectacle of the Strokkur geyser shooting hot water into the air. Don't miss the chance to capture this unique natural phenomenon on camera.

Continuing our adventure, we'll visit Gullfoss, one of Iceland's most famous waterfalls. Prepare to be amazed by the sheer power and beauty as the waterfall cascades down two tiers into a narrow canyon. Feel the mist on your face and take in the awe-inspiring views.

After experiencing the wonders of the Golden Circle, we'll end our tour with a relaxing visit to the Hvammsvik Hot Springs. Indulge in the warm geothermal waters and unwind in the peaceful surroundings. It's the perfect opportunity to relax and reflect on the incredible natural wonders you've encountered throughout the day.

Join us on this unforgettable journey through the Golden Circle, where you'll be captivated by the beauty of Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and the soothing waters of Hvammsvik Hot Springs. Get ready for a day filled with adventure and wonder.

Description from the operator, Absorb Iceland. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

  1. Thingvellir National Park
  2. Geysir hot springs geothermal area
  3. Gullfoss waterfall
  4. Hvammsvik Hot Springs

Included

  • Hvammsvik Hot Springs admission fee
  • Knowledgeable & experienced English-speaking driver-guide
  • Pickup & drop-off within the Reykjavik Capital Area
  • Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • National Park entrance fee
  • Parking fees
  • Services tax

Not included

  • Food & drinks (your private driver-guide can recommend stops for refreshments during the tour, and we highly recommend the Stormur Bistro & Bar at the Hvammsvik Hot Springs)
  • Swimwear, towels, and wading/swim shoes (can be rented on-site at the Hvammsvik Hot Springs)
  • Tip or gratuity

Good to know

  • Bring swimwear and a towel, or rent at the Hvammsvik Hot Springs when there.
  • Please respect nature - do not throw out trash or walk on any moss.
  • You do not need to print out your e-ticket for environmental responsibility purposes.
  • Your private driver-guide can always recommend different restaurants in the area and make stops on the way so you can purchase food/snacks/drinks, but you are also welcome to bring a packed lunch.
  • This tour's total duration depends on how much time you spend at each stop.
  • Road conditions or adverse weather could make some stops inaccessible during winter, so the itinerary may need to be altered if necessary.
  • Dress according to the weather by wearing warm and wind-/waterproof clothing in layers and bring gloves and a hat.
  • Wear suitable footwear, preferably waterproof with a good grip, in case of slippery conditions due to ice, rain, or gravel paths.
  • We may occasionally need to alter the tour itinerary due to unpredictable weather and road conditions in Iceland, especially during winter. The weather in Iceland can be pretty unpredictable.

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 2 days 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. 1Absorb Iceland 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 2 days before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Who this is not for

  • Children under 10 cannot join this one.
  • 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

Absorb Iceland is one of 207 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 →

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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.

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.

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Pairs well with

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