What Youll See on our Golden Circle Tour

Gullfoss Waterfall

A highlight of the Golden Circle tour, the mighty Gullfoss Waterfall is an awe inspiring sight. It is easily one of Iceland’s most beautiful waterfalls as it name directly translates to ‘Golden Falls’ or ‘Waterfall of Gold’.  It’s waters stem from the glacial river, Hvítá before cascading stunningly down two huge steps descending into a deep gorge. The immense power of Gullfoss waterfall is a must-see on your Iceland holiday. If you’re lucky, you might even get sprayed by the powerful water.

Geysir Geothermal Field

The geothermal hotspot of Geysir has given its name to all such waterspouts (geysers) around the world. The Geysir Geothermal Field boasts a range of geysers which bubble and spray out of the earth and into the air every few minutes. Most of the springs are aligned along a 100-meter-wide (328 feet) strip of land running in the same direction as the tectonic plate lines, from south to southwest. You can explore the hot springs, see the steam rising from the ground, and smell the sulfur in the air at this phenomenal natural wonder! The main attraction here is the Great Geysir which sends a column of water skyward every 5 minutes or so - but don’t stand too close, the water is hot!

Thingvellir National Park

Thingvellir National Park is one of Iceland’s most significant geological sites. It is where the first Iceland parliament was founded in the year 930 AD. The site is home to breathtaking geology including views of where the Eurasian and the North American tectonic plates meet as well as where those plates have been drifting apart. You can also go diving in the crystal clear waters of Silfra lake, a fissure which has the purest natural freshwater on the planet with visibility that can extend to more than 100 meters (300 feet) underwater, making it the most unique diving and snorkelling site in the world!

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