Golden Circle and Southcoast Iceland (Luxury Private tour)

Luxury
Self-guided

from €1,831.78 per vehicle

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Golden Circle and Southcoast Iceland (Luxury Private tour) — KFJ Luxury Tours

Duration
12 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Start time
Time agreed after booking
Cancellation
No refund once booked

About this experience

The Golden Circle Special private tour combines two of the most popular tours of southern Iceland: The Golden Circle and the South Coast tour. This private tour allows you to experience the magnificent nature of southern Iceland in a private vehicle with your own driver-guide. The tour starts with a pickup at your accommodation in the greater metropolitan area of Reykjavik. From there the journey heads towards the southern part of Iceland which is renowned for various nature attractions and interesting exhibits.

Description from the operator, KFJ Luxury Tours. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

Thingvellir
Gullfoss
Geysir
Seljalandsfoss
Skógarfoss
Eyjafjallajökull

Included

Guided private tour in a comfortable vehicle to the Golden Circle. Experience magnificent waterfalls, Geysir geothermal area, Þingvellir National Park and interesting exhibits.

What to expect:

Þingvellir national park
Geysir geothermal area
The magnificent waterfalls Gullfoss, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss
Views of the Eyjafjallajökull volcanic glacier
Drive through the charming villages of Hvolsvöllur and Hella
Optional visit to the Lava centre and Skogar Museum

Þingvellir national park

The historical and geological wonder that is Þingvellir national park is home to the site of where the North-American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart. Þingvellir is also home to the site of the world’s oldest parliament Alþingi which was founded in the year 930 AD. Þingvellir has been on the UNESCO World Heritage list ever since.

Geysir geothermal area

The Geysir geothermal area is home to the geyser Strokkur which shoots a column of water up to 30 meters (98 ft.) into the air every 4-8 minutes in a thrilling display of natures forces.

Gullfoss waterfall

Gullfoss waterfall tumbles and plunges into a crevice some 32 meter (105 ft.) deep. The waterfall derives from the river Hvítá and offers exceptional scenery and views showing the true beauty of Iceland’s nature.

Seljalandsfoss waterfall

This picturesque waterfall faces the traffic heading along the Ring road of Iceland. It’s narrow and falls off a cliff above a cavern. It’s quite easy to walk up to the base of the waterfall and behind it along a pathway inside the cavern.

Skógafoss waterfall

This mighty waterfall is one of Icelands biggest waterfalls towering 60 meters high (197 ft.) and 25 meters (82 ft.) wide. By the waterfall you can visit Skogar folk museum to get a better insight into the life of Icelanders throughout history in the southern region.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Reynisfjara is better known as the Black sand beach. There you will find a scenic basalt columnar wall stretching into the beach with splashing waves from the Atlantic.

Exhibitions

We offer an optional stop at the Lava Centre in Hvolsvöllur, Lava show at Vík and the Skogar Museum at Skógafoss. The Lava Centre is an interactive and high-tech educational exhibition depicting volcanic activity, earthquakes and the creation of Iceland over millions of years.

The Lava Show is the only place in the world where you can safely experience hot molten lava in close proximity as the show recreates a volcano eruption by pouring molten lava (1,100°C / 2,000 °F) into the showroom and over ice.

Skogar Museum is a cultural heritage collection of 15,000 regional artifacts exhibited in 6 historical buildings and 3 museums.

Not included

Optional - Volcano Show 1,700 kr. pr. person. Optional - Skogar Folk museum 2.500 kr. pr. person.

Cancellation for this tour

No refund once booked. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

Who this is not for

Not a good fit if you want a relaxed day: 12 hours is a long time on the road, most of it spent getting there and back.
Not the one to book if your dates might move: this operator does not refund once booked.

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

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What travellers say about KFJ Luxury Tours

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Operator rating 5.0/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

Dan C
★★★★★ · a year ago
My wife and I just returned from four unforgettable days with Sveinn and Ivar—two days with each of these extraordinary guides—and the experience opened our minds in new ways. Our journey wove together epic highland hikes with shorter explorations of the South Coast’s most breathtaking treasures. Many of these hidden gems would have remained undiscovered without the expertise and passion of our guides, who not only led us to incredible places but also brought them to life through the rich history and folklore of Iceland. Iceland is a land of raw beauty—vast, dramatic, and untamed—and this trip demonstrated to us that it can’t be captured in a single visit. We’re already imagining our next adventure with Iceland Luxury Tours. Thank you Sveinn and Ivar!
Amanda McKeen
★★★★★ · 2 years ago
Amazing Experience with Iceland Luxury Tours! I had the pleasure of having Ivar as my guide during my recent trip to Iceland, and I must say, it was an experience beyond my expectations. From the moment we met, Ivar provided more than just guiding services; he became a teacher, a storyteller, and a companion. His wealth of knowledge about Iceland's history, culture, politics, religion, and language was shared eloquently and precisely. His personal anecdotes and memories added a personal touch that made the trip truly special. Ivar created a safe and relaxed space for open conversations, some serious and impactful, and others lighthearted and humorous. He handled everything with ease and professionalism, making me feel comfortable and valued throughout the journey. I have no doubt that my trip to Iceland wouldn't have been the same without Ivar. His kindness, compassion, and mastery of his craft were evident every step of the way. I wholeheartedly recommend Iceland Luxury Tours and Ivar to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland. I look forward to my next trip and hope to have Ivar as my guide again. Thank you, Ivar, for an incredible experience! Amanda
Katlin Corum
★★★★★ · 4 years ago
My first trip to Iceland, I rented a car thinking I could do my first solo trip all on my own. However the first night there we got way more snow than I’ve ever seen in North Carolina and I was afraid to try to drive alone, especially in regions I wasn’t familiar with. Fortunately, Iceland Luxury Tours were able to pick me up last minute. The owner went out of his way to accommodate me and I cannot thank him enough. He was so polite, knowledgeable, and fun to be around it felt as if I spent the day with old time friends. They have all the proper equipment to trek through the terrains of Iceland regardless of the weather. My first day in Iceland, on my first solo trip ever, was literally saved by them and I could not recommend this company enough!
Sjakon Tahija
★★★★★ · a year ago
My wife and I spent 5 days touring Southern Iceland and staying at a different luxurious hotel every evening. We had an excellent 4WD Off-road vehicle and a wonderful guide Ivar Palsson. Ivar knew all the history of the different places and due to his history of hiking glaciers was also our personal guide to take my wife and I on the glacier. I have no hesitation to recommend Iceland Luxury Tours an Ivar if you want a hassle free luxury adventure 😊

Reviews from Google · updated 23 Oct 2026

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