Your Golden Circle full-day tour kicks off with a convenient pick-up in Reykjavik. From the capital, you'll explore the classic Golden Circle attractions: Thingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, and the Kerið volcanic crater. Plus, enjoy additional fascinating stops at nearby sites, making this an unforgettable journey through Iceland's most iconic landscapes.

Our first stop is a mere 40 minutes from Reykjavík city centre. Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park is a place where nature's wonders blend seamlessly with rich history, making it one of Iceland's most captivating attractions. Upon entering Þingvellir, you'll find yourself in a rift valley, a powerful reminder of the Earth's dynamic crust. The dramatic landscape, shaped by the separation of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, tells a geological story millions of years in the making. But there's more to Þingvellir than its geological marvels. Here, you'll discover Althing, Iceland's first national parliament, alongside the enchanting Silfra Fissure, the impressive Almannagjá rift, and stunning views of Þingvallavatn lake. Prepare to immerse yourself in nature's wonders and uncover the secrets of this extraordinary place.

Notre aventure nous mènera ensuite à l'époustouflante Gullfoss, surnommée à juste titre la « cascade dorée », située aux confins des hautes terres islandaises. Cascade gracieuse dans le canyon de la rivière Hvíta, Gullfoss est alimentée par le glacier Langjökull au nord, ce qui lui confère une aura majestueuse. Cascade à deux niveaux, Gullfoss semble disparaître dans les profondeurs, avec ses eaux plongeant jusqu'à 32 mètres. La cascade offre un spectacle fascinant de la puissance de la nature, révélant la force brute des paysages islandais. Quelle que soit la saison, Gullfoss captive par sa beauté époustouflante, ce qui en fait une destination incontournable de notre voyage à travers les merveilles naturelles de l'Islande.

Notre prochaine destination est le champ géothermique de Geysir, qui abrite l'un des geysers les plus célèbres au monde, d'où son nom à ces incroyables merveilles naturelles ! Vous pourrez y flâner au milieu de bassins d'eau bouillonnante, de sources géothermiques cristallines et de cheminées de vapeur. Ouvrez l'œil pour admirer le spectacle spectaculaire d'un geyser en éruption. Bien qu'aujourd'hui inactif, Geysir détenait autrefois le titre de plus haut geyser de l'histoire, culminant à 122 mètres (400 pieds) dans le ciel. Mais n'ayez crainte, son petit frère, Strokkur, est désormais sous les feux de la rampe. Geyser le plus actif d'Islande, Strokkur offre un spectacle fascinant, entrant en éruption toutes les 4 à 10 minutes, vous garantissant de nombreuses occasions d'assister à ses éruptions à couper le souffle.

After your golden Circle tour, you'll be dropped off in Reykjavík for some time to grab dinner and enjoy the city before being picked up later in the evening for the northern lights hunt!

Once you've been collected again from a designated pick up spot, we'll take you to some of the best hidden spots in the countryside to see the aurora borealis in the night sky. Spotting their shimmering, jewel-bright colors is always an awe-inspiring and magical moment. You'll often see green and yellow, sometimes white and blue, and occasionally violet, purple, and rose. While we can't guarantee you'll see the lights, as they're a natural phenomenon, our guides keep a close eye on the aurora and weather forecasts to give you the best chance. Your guide will evaluate weather conditions and KPI data to find the optimal spot for viewing the northern lights. Once arrived at the best location, you'll have the opportunity to have your photo taken with the northern lights, enjoy hot chocolate and some chocolate treats, stay warm with wool blankets and enjoy the spectacle above you. The tour gets back to Reykjavík around midnight, where you’ll be dropped off at or very near your hotel.