Volcanoes & the Golden Circle - 4 days

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Small Group Tour
YEAR-ROUND TOUR: Enjoy a volcano hike at the site of Iceland's most recent eruption near Grindavik on this 4-day group tour. You will also take in the country's most iconic sites at the Golden Circle, hike on a glacier in Vatnajokull National Park and explore inside a natural ice cave. See the icebergs at Jokulsarlon Lagoon, walk behind the cascading waterfal...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Golden Circle - Visit Geysir geothermal fields, Gulfoss Waterfall and Thingvellir National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • Seljalandsfoss - Marvel at this famous waterfall, see the nearby cascade of Skogafoss and walk behind the iconic natural wonders
    • Reynisfjara - Walk along the dramatic black sand of this lava beach and admire the towering basalt rock formations at the coast
    • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon - See mighty icebergs floating on the lagoon and calving from the surrounding glaciers
    • Vatnajokull National Park - Hike on a glacier and explore a natural ice cave in the famous Vatnajokull Glacier, accompanied by a qualified guide
    • Volcano Eruption Site - Explore a volcanic landscape transformed by recent eruptions, witness raw natural power, and see the fresh lava flows up close
    • Northern Lights - Gaze skywards as you search for the Northern Lights each evening of your tour (winter departures from September - March)

What's this trip about?

    YEAR-ROUND TOUR: Enjoy a volcano hike at the site of Iceland's most recent eruption near Grindavik on this 4-day group tour. You will also take in the country's most iconic sites at the Golden Circle, hike on a glacier in Vatnajokull National Park and explore inside a natural ice cave. See the icebergs at Jokulsarlon Lagoon, walk behind the cascading waterfall of Seljalandsfoss and admire dramatic Fjadrargljufur Canyon, where Justin Bieber filmed a music video! If travelling in winter, end your trip with a Northern Lights tour from Reykjavik.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 18 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityReykjavik
End CityReykjavik

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Skogafoss

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 18

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 18

Trip includes

    • 3 breakfasts
    • 3 nights 2-3-star accommodation
    • Pick up and drop off from a central pick-up location in Reykjavik
    • Escorted by an English-speaking driver/guide (you may have multiple different guides during your trip and the group may change on different days and for different activities)
    • Transportation in a heated minibus with complimentary Wi-Fi
    • Sightseeing at the Golden Circle (Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir), Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, Seljalandsfoss, Reynisfjara, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Vatnajokull & Skogafoss
    • Guided glacier hike with certified local guide
    • Guided Ice Cave Tour
    • Recently Erupted Volcano Hike
    • Northern Lights tour (During Winter Season)
    • This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Reykjavik

Reykjavik - Thingvellir National Park - Geysir - Gullfoss - Seljalandsfoss - Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Pick-up is at 09:00 am at the meeting point in Reykjavik (see the tour Trip Notes and your booking documentation for information about the pick up point). Our first stop...

Day : 2 Kirkjubæjarklaustur

Jokulsarlon - Skaftafell - Vatnajokull - Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Our day begins with a hearty Icelandic breakfast before we set off towards the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and the nearby Diamond Beach, passing through moss-covered lava fields and some spectacular rock f...

Day : 3 Skogafoss

Kirkjubaejarklaustur - Skogafoss - Reykavik. After breakfast, we’ll begin our tour along the South Coast. If road conditions permit, we’ll take a slight detour to Fjadrargljufur Canyon, famously known as the "Bieber Canyon" after the singer filmed his music video here...

Day : 4 Reykjavik

Reykjavik - Grindavik - Reykjavik. You probably saw on the news in early 2024 that a volcanic eruption took place near the town of Grindavik, forcing its evacuation. Although safe now, this area is still relatively active, and today you will join us for a once-in-a-li...

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Last Updated: 1/6/2025
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Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. ROOM SHARE OPTION: If you are a solo traveller and happy to share of room then you can pay the ‘Twin Share’ price and we will pair you up with another solo traveller of the same gender.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International Flights and Visas
    • Arrival & departure transfers
    • Tips for your guide - this is an entirely personal gesture
    • Pre and post-tour accommodation in Reykjavik

Accommodation

2-3-star hotels
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Child: 8 - 15.99yrs. Adult: 16 yrs+
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