Description

Iceland's most famous sightseeing route, in the quietest hours of the day. This private evening tour departs in the late afternoon, once the coaches have turned back toward Reykjavík, and takes you around the Golden Circle at a pace set by you rather than by a timetable.

Your journey begins at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates drift apart. This is the birthplace of Iceland's parliament, founded in 930 AD, set among rift valleys, clear water and dramatic geological formations.

You continue to the Geysir Geothermal Area, home to Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes and sends boiling water high into the air, surrounded by steaming vents and mineral-stained ground. 

Next, visit the magnificent Gullfoss Waterfall, one of Iceland’s most celebrated natural wonders. Feel the power of the glacial river as it plunges into a rugged canyon, creating spectacular views and unforgettable photo opportunities.

The tour also includes a stop at the charming Faxafoss Waterfall, a hidden gem often missed by larger tour groups. Its peaceful setting offers a chance to experience a quieter side of Iceland’s countryside.

The day closes at Kerið, a volcanic crater with steep red slopes falling to a still blue lake. A path circles the rim and a staircase leads down to the water. Your admission ticket is included in the tour price.

Evening is the point of this tour. With most visitors already back in the city, you have space to walk, photograph and simply look. From mid-May to early August, the Midnight Sun keeps the landscape lit in low golden light for hours, and waterfalls, mountains and volcanic slopes take on colours you will not see at midday. Outside that window the evening still means calm, empty sites and a long, soft dusk.

As this is a private tour, the vehicle and guide belong to your group alone. A sedan is provided for groups of one to three; a minivan for four to eight. Pickup and drop-off are door to door from your accommodation in Reykjavík.