Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip
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Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip
By NiceTravel
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This day trip to the Golden Circle from Reykjavik is a stress-free way to see some of Iceland’s most beautiful attractions. Don’t worry about mapping out an itinerary: Let your guide and driver take you to Kerid crater, the Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss waterfall, and more. Plus, your guide explains local history and geology that you wouldn’t learn traveling on your own.
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$129.00
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Ages 5-99, max of 19 per group
Duration: 11h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
- 11-hour Golden Circle, Kerid crafter, and Blue Lagoon tour from Reykjavik
- A guide offers history and geology facts you wouldn’t learn on your own
- Small-group tour of 19 or fewer people guarantees a memorable experience
- Hassle-free round-trip transportation from your Reykjavik hotel or accommodation
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Reykjavik capital area
- Free Wi-Fi on bus
- Entry/Admission - Kerid Crater
What's not included- Entrance fees to the Blue Lagoon
- Bathing suit
- Towel
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Blue Lagoon
- Begin your tour with pickup from your hotel or accommodation in the Reykjavik area. Meet your guide and small group and hop on your climate-controlled vehicle. Set out toward the Golden Circle, hearing about Icelandic history, geology, and culture from your guide en route. Head to Thingvellir National Park, where you learn about how it lies within a volcanically active area. It's also home to the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Straddle two continents while you walk between the plates. Hop back on the bus for the journey to the lake-filled, 3,000-year-old Kerid crater. Stop to marvel at its magical-looking lake and colorful slopes. Next, visit the surreal Geysir geothermal area on foot, stopping at bubbling ponds, steam vents, and Geysir and Strokkur geysers. The next destinations are Gullfoss waterfall and the iconic Blue Lagoon. Choose to head inside the lagoon spa (own expense) if you’ve pre-booked admission. Enjoy a soak in the steamy waters while admiring surrounding lava fields. After roughly two hours at the lagoon, relax during the journey back to Reykjavik, and finish with a drop-off at your hotel.
- Departure details
- Traveler pickup is offered.
- Please note that Nicetravel offers free pickup and drop off from hotels within Reykjavik. As buses are not allowed to drive in certain areas of Reykjavik centre, your pick up may be from the nearest bus stop. After receiving your pickup information, we will notify you of your exact pick up location. If you do not require hotel pickup, you can meet the tour at Nicetravel office in Fiskislóð 45M, 101 Reykjavik. Please notify Nicetravel directly if you intend to use this option and be there before 08:30. Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00, so please be ready from 8:30 at your pickup location and look out for a bus with NICE travel logos.
- Ports:
- Skarfabakki Harbout
- Hotel pickup is offered. View the hotel list on our checkout page to see if yours is included among the pickup points.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 42839P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note that admission tickets to the Blue Lagoon are not included and must be pre-booked seperately. After booking the tour, you will receive a message with further information on how to book the Blue Lagoon tickets. If you have any problem with this then please let us know as soon as possible and not later than 48 before your tour departure. The tour arrives at the Blue Lagoon at 5pm / 17:00 so Blue Lagoon tickets should be booked for that time.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- How much is Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip?
- Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip price starts from $129.00. Discover and book Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip on Tripadvisor
- What is the Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip cancellation policy?
- Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 11h. Discover and book Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater, and Blue Lagoon Day Trip on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 42839P2
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Itinerary
- You'll get picked upSee departure details
- 1Thingvellir National ParkStop: 45 minutesSee detailsPass byLaugarvatn
- 2GeysirStop: 80 minutesSee details
- 3Gullfoss WaterfallStop: 40 minutesSee detailsPass byReykholt
- 4Kerid CraterStop: 30 minutes - Admission includedSee detailsPass byReykjanes Peninsula
- 5Blue LagoonStop: 2 hours - Admission excludedSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator
- alexwM6190BD00Whoop! Whoop! Walter!Walter with NiceTravel was one of the the best tour guides I have ever had! He's funny, energetic, and very knowledgeable! If I could have tour guide like Walter I would! He’s amazing with a capital W for Whoop! Whoop ! Thank you for such a great Iceland experience from the sir names!
- K8580LTjacobj00Definitely worth itThis tour was so much fun. The views were spectacular and our tour guide Walter was extremely friendly and knowledgeable.
- E6124ZUandrewj00Golden Circle and Sky lagoonIt was an amazing trip. Beautiful scenery and photo spots. Our guide Walter keep it very fun and engaging, Would 10/10 recommend Walter if you go!
- jessicawH6672EW00Above and Beyond!Every stop was so great! Walter was amazing- he went above and beyond to show us extra fun things during our trip and kept it fun and light with his humor. He gave us plenty of time at each beautiful location. Book with them and hope to get Walter as your guide!!
- B3011ALmatthewf00Would highly recommend to EVERYONE, amazing tour with lots packed in fair price!! Would highly recommendThis tour was amazing ! Packed with lots of the golden circles top attractions with good length of time in between locations. Hotel pick up was great, started the day in the dark. Then first attraction when the sun raised! For the price, you will understand why it is! It’s a smaller group so your not packed with a massive coach waiting for people! It’s a mini bus so your more looked after. Golden circle was great! The volcanic Krater was deep. With it being icey they allowed people to borrow these grip things to add grip on the ice for free! The blue lagoon was closed at the time due to the volcano, and this tour didn’t hesitate to help change to a different geothermal spa for no extra price! We chose the sky lagoon which was well worth it! Choose this tour if you would like a great experience in Iceland
- 165billye00Golden circle tourThe best tour guide I have ever had. Very friendly, informative and really made the experience that much better
- Tour4850555326300Wonderful tonightWonderful tonight! We took a lot of pics, including the northern light. Our guide Ingo is awesome, his tour is the best. I really hope to come again and join the tour. Thank you!
- Escape3346779245800Golden circle tourTrip was amazing and our tour guide walter was even better was extremely friendly, funny and informative throughout the entire tour 10/10
- Guiness198900ExcellentExcellent! The tour guide was very friendly and he allowed enough time in each place. The Blue lagoon was closed so we were booked for the Sky lagoon instead - which was fabulous.
- Jeff D00Fabulous experienceWas a great experience and fabulous way to see some of the amazing experiences that Iceland has to offer. Great guide, very knowledgeable and friendly!
- X9442GQmelissal00Brilliant 🤩Our tour guide Ingo was great. A lot of information given and all unreal sites seen :) as a young couple would definitely recommend
- jacksH1816PO0010/10Guide: Walter We didn't want to hire a car so the one day bucklist tour meant we could enjoy and relax but also get the knowledge and context. The whole day was phenomenal. Not too late of a start. Weather in our favour. Getting to experience the sunrise over the mountains which were beautiful. More stops that I'd realised. Plenty of time in each stop that nothing ran stale and the whole day ran so smoothly. The bus facilities were great! And our 'maltese radio' tour guide's script was entertaining and packed. I swear he hardly took a breath. Expert service in an outstanding setting. I cant recommend enough! Definitely recommend the sky lagoon spa package too. My skin feels great!!
- 659keirak00Golden circle, Kerid crater and sky lagoonWalter was the best your guide ever! Super funny and didn’t overload us with information. Told us what we needed to know and then let us do our thing! was super fun and such an enjoyable experience
- QWinters00Geologist as a tour guide is GENIUS!We had a great time out with Bear! He’s so personable and willing to share all of his knowledge with us! As two science nerds on a fun trip to Iceland, this tour was top notch for us!! Takk Bear!
- amymJ9204TX00Great tourThe bus/van picked us up right at our hotel at the appointed time. Bus was comfortable, holding only 20. Our guide, Ragnar, was informative and interesting. The tour itself was breathtaking. We stopped at several locations to explore and get drinks and/or food or to use the facilities and shop. Due to the volcanic and seismic activity near the Blue Lagoon which closed that facility, we were given the option to go the Sky Lagoon instead. That was incredible and hard to leave after a full day.
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dughall
Holmfirth, UK593 contributions
Feb 2020
Don't get me wrong, the experiences themselves were jaw-droppingly awesome in every way and the entire experience will be remembered forever.
What didn't help was that I spent much of the day feeling angry about how the group we were in were deliberately frightened and 'coerced' into paying an additional ISK1500 (payable to the guide/driver) for crampons. He asked who'd brought any, described how slippery some of the areas were, said what dreadful accidents befall people who don't wear crampons and basically terrified people into 'hiring' sets from him. I noticed that other tour parties with the 'NiceTravel' company had not been 'forced' into wearing crampons so this was probably just this guide's personal racket. I went without and, whilst there were some slippery bits, it was perfectly possible (and safe) to go without.
If you booked a snowmobile trek and were charged extra for a helmet how would you feel? Or a pony trek where the saddle was an additional cost? If crampons are needed, say in advance or include them in the cost; don't terrify punters into an expensive surcharge.
What didn't help was that I spent much of the day feeling angry about how the group we were in were deliberately frightened and 'coerced' into paying an additional ISK1500 (payable to the guide/driver) for crampons. He asked who'd brought any, described how slippery some of the areas were, said what dreadful accidents befall people who don't wear crampons and basically terrified people into 'hiring' sets from him. I noticed that other tour parties with the 'NiceTravel' company had not been 'forced' into wearing crampons so this was probably just this guide's personal racket. I went without and, whilst there were some slippery bits, it was perfectly possible (and safe) to go without.
If you booked a snowmobile trek and were charged extra for a helmet how would you feel? Or a pony trek where the saddle was an additional cost? If crampons are needed, say in advance or include them in the cost; don't terrify punters into an expensive surcharge.
Written February 20, 2020
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NiceTravel-Iceland
Dear guest, thank your very much for reaching out to us. The experience you describe regarding the crampons should never happen on our tours. The guide had no permission to try to rent out crampons and he has been officially reprimended for this.
We offer our guests crampons for free to use during tours when conditions require this. On behalf of the company, I sincerely apologize for this incident.
Despite this, it is good to hear that you still enjoyed the amazing beauty of the Icelandic nature and the sights visited and we really hope to see you soon here again in Iceland on a tour with us, where you can enjoy the full NICE experience we strive to provide every day for our guests.
Written February 22, 2020
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Linda W
Gravesend, UK102 contributions
Feb 2020
From start to finish, the communication and efficiency of Nice Travel was faultless. The tour guide and driver, Thor, was informative, funny and highly competent in both his driving in icy blizzard conditions and keeping the tour and visits to the various sites on time - allowing plenty of time on each of the stops for photos, comfort breaks, food and drink. Although the wind was bitterly cold on this occasion, with frequent snow showers, each of the attractions were exceptional - even the Blue Lagoon which concluded the trip, a surreal experience in wonderfully warm water, whilst snow fell on your head.
Written February 23, 2020
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NiceTravel-Iceland
Dear guest, thank you very much for your kind words, we really appreciate them. Great to hear you enjoyed your NICE day with us and we really hope to see you here again in Iceland, perhaps in the summer with a little less snow.
Written February 25, 2020
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hay413
London, UK23 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
If you are not in Iceland for long I strongly recommend this tour. It is a long day but absolutely worth every penny!! It was one of my favourite days and our drive Arnie was hilarious!! Friendly and very knowledgable!!
I would defo recommend taking some snack and water, although you do stop for lunch.
Tbh I was a bit shocked when we had to PT desperately for our blue lagoon entry.. ended up paying £75 pp however I recommend booking ASAP in the hope of getting a better entry price. Other than that it was well worth every penny!!
I would defo recommend taking some snack and water, although you do stop for lunch.
Tbh I was a bit shocked when we had to PT desperately for our blue lagoon entry.. ended up paying £75 pp however I recommend booking ASAP in the hope of getting a better entry price. Other than that it was well worth every penny!!
Written February 6, 2020
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NiceTravel-Iceland
Dear guest, great to hear you enjoyed your NICE tour with our guide Arnie, thank you very much for recommending it to other travelers.
Written February 11, 2020
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Femi O
3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
The whole day was simply breathtaking from beginning to end. We were fortunate to have a boisterous, happy and nicely chatty guide named Christina who was not only a good guide but also an excellent driver. On a day of inclement weather when most tours were cancelled, she adventurously ensured we visited all sites and incredibly on time. Our colleagues were also very cooperative and not once was anyone late to depart on time..
Written January 11, 2020
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NiceTravel-Iceland
Dear guests, thank you for your very kind words about our tour and our guide Christina, we really appreciate you choosing NICETRAVEL and for sharing your experience of our tour with other travelers.
Written February 11, 2020
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Nat Castro
Garfield, NJ33 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I chose this tour for my actual birthday and it was the right decision. The bus was very clean, Skúli our driver and tour guide was very friendly he gave us so much interesting information about the tour sites and about Iceland history and culture. To say Skúli went above and beyond is an understatement! My phone died in the middle of the tour, he took pictures for us with his own camera and somehow he manage to get a charger from another tour guide. He also got us crampons when we got to a very icy trail. Very patient and funny! Now the tour itself: every single place was stunning! I had plenty of time to take as many videos and pictures as I wished and I got to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of each one. It was PERFECT!
Written January 4, 2020
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NiceTravel-Iceland
Dear guest, again a very happy birthday, thank you for sharing your special day with us. Great to hear you enjoyed your tour, you are a PERFECT guest! :-)
Written January 20, 2020
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Lauren D
Washington DC, DC8 contributions
If you are going to Iceland, you must do this tour. It’s long, but totally worth it! The sights are some of the most beautiful I have seen in the world- exceeded my expectations. The tour itself was also very well organized, transport pick up was very easy and the tour guide gave enough interesting information but also didn’t talk us to death. Once we got to the various stops, we were able to explore, eat, shop or whatever you wanted until the shuttle left for the next stop. There were several stops with lunch options, there was no set time you had to eat. The last stop is the Blue Lagoon which is the only stop I didn’t feel we got enough time, although we were there almost two hours so I’m not sure how the tour would be able to build in more time with the other stops but you still have to pay full price separately to enter the lagoon regardless of how much time is spent there ($75-100/pp). We decided to go back another day we were there to spend more time, but of course had to pay entry again. We did learn while we were there there are other lagoons (the new Sky Lagoon) that are much closer to Reykjavik, if that is where you are staying. Similar pricing for entry but much closer and easier to get to- so you definitely have options if two hours isn’t enough for you. Overall, we had a fantastic time and it was a perfect start to our trip to see a lot of the Iceland beauty.
Written August 10, 2021
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Jeff B
Palm Harbor, FL4 contributions
Great day trip! You get an overview of the diverse beauty of Iceland — tectonic plates, geysers, waterfalls, volcanic craters — ending with the blue lagoon — a must do! Christina was great. Knowledgeable, funny, happy — talked enough but let us relax too!
This excursion has a max capacity around 17. Other groups had the big busses — which to me is more like a “herd” of tourists. I highly recommend this trip. But again, choose one with the blue lagoon. You need to make sure you buy tickets in advance!
This excursion has a max capacity around 17. Other groups had the big busses — which to me is more like a “herd” of tourists. I highly recommend this trip. But again, choose one with the blue lagoon. You need to make sure you buy tickets in advance!
Written February 25, 2020
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Leehamtheman
Margate, UK1 contribution
So to begin with, one day before our tour we had realised we were actually outside of the pick up zone. I contacted nice travel and they arranged for a small car to pick us up from where we were and take us to the tour bus. Our small car driver aka peter the sexy was hilarious. Very welcoming and funny.
The actual tour itself was just timed perfectly, not rushed but not overstated at any location. The tour guide was very informative and thoughtful.
So at the end I actually left an item on the coach bus, I contacted nice travel the next day and they had kept it at their office and I was able to pick it up. When ever I messaged them they where very quick to respond. I couldn’t recommend them more. 5*
The actual tour itself was just timed perfectly, not rushed but not overstated at any location. The tour guide was very informative and thoughtful.
So at the end I actually left an item on the coach bus, I contacted nice travel the next day and they had kept it at their office and I was able to pick it up. When ever I messaged them they where very quick to respond. I couldn’t recommend them more. 5*
Written February 18, 2020
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Fiona Gallaugher
Newtownabbey, UK3 contributions
Mini bus picked me up right outside my hotel & the driver was great fun and really helpful from start to finish 😊 really informative butoads of craic 😊👍
The trip was so well organised, but somehow still really relaxed. Which for a solo traveller is brilliant!
I would defo recommend this trip you get to see everything in 1 day & end up with the last 2 hours at the blue lagoon to relax.... Heaven 😍
The trip was so well organised, but somehow still really relaxed. Which for a solo traveller is brilliant!
I would defo recommend this trip you get to see everything in 1 day & end up with the last 2 hours at the blue lagoon to relax.... Heaven 😍
Written March 7, 2020
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Eimear O
6 contributions
We had a great day with our tour guide Arnie who was good fun, a wealth of knowledge and very accommodating throughout the trip. We got to see the great sites of stunning iceland in the midst of winter.
Be prepared for significant sub zero temperatures and for the more frugal visitor it maybe advisable to bring snacks, however there are adequate rest breaks throughout the day.
The blue lagoon is literally a warm welcome at the end of the day. It really is very relaxing. The cost of admission to the blue lagoon is extra, but oh so worth it.
Overall it's a great day with nice travel.
Be prepared for significant sub zero temperatures and for the more frugal visitor it maybe advisable to bring snacks, however there are adequate rest breaks throughout the day.
The blue lagoon is literally a warm welcome at the end of the day. It really is very relaxing. The cost of admission to the blue lagoon is extra, but oh so worth it.
Overall it's a great day with nice travel.
Written January 30, 2020
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Grand Cayman1 contribution
Since my husband booked the tour with you but saying not including the blue Lagoon tickets how do we book the tickets?? Tour bus will wait for us while we r lagoon??
ANNA K
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You have to book the tickets for the Blue Lagoon directly at the site of the Blue Lagoon. Mind that you have to know from the tour company at what time you will arrive to the Blue Lagoon and book your tickets for exactly that time. If the stop at the Blue Lagoon is foreseen in the tour then the bus will wait for you there. At least this is the experience I had
Embog
Scole, UK14 contributions
Hello, is the cost to swim in the blue lagoon included? Or do we need to purchase separately? Many thanks
mpwallenius
Stockholm, Sweden4 contributions
Its included
Claudio P
Los Angeles, Chile308 contributions
Hola...soy Claudio de Chile, estoy proximo ir a Islandia. Queria consultarte si ese tour lo contrataste antes o alla directamente..? fue en Español...?
Si tienes alguna otra info que me puedas ayudar, te lo agradeceria mucho.
Mi objetivo son las auroras boreales...alguna recomendacion...?
Muchas Gracias
What time is best to book Blue lagoon ticket for please?
Ian C
Solihull, UK56 contributions
we did not go in, it is very touristy but the drive there is amazing, and it was not to busy
sjanderson6
Anaheim, California124 contributions
do you pick up from the port
Leigh L
Bristol, UK28 contributions
Hi it all depends which hotel or where you’re staying the tour company will advise you of where they pick up. They use some of the bus stops along the route. The company we went with phone you to make sure you know where it is but if you ring them yourself a day before they will give you the information very helpful
Cece0403
Chicago, IL2 contributions
we are getting off a cruise ship we will not make the 9am boarding how can we do the trip it is a party of 4
Jeremy P
Doncaster, UK14 contributions
Hello, the Blue Lagoon was a brilliant experience and wouldn't have missed it for the world. Great bonding with my daughter. Great photos.
Yasima
Meridian, MS40 contributions
Hello! I have 10 persons in my group, but 4 of them don’t want to do the blue lagoon. Is the bus will take them back to Reykjavik or they just wait at the bus?
JanetD6114
Liverpool, UK54 contributions
There’s a hotel and restaurant there so people I assume can use their facilities,,,, Contact the blue lagoon they will give you up to date details.
What is there to do if I do not want to bath at the Blue Lagoon?
momwithkid_8
Wayne, NJ52 contributions
There is a restaurant and a fitness facility. The bath is awesome though
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