4 Day - Golden Circle, South Coast, and Landmannalaugar Hot Spring Tour
Price per person from US$1,356

4 Day - Golden Circle, South Coast, and Landmannalaugar Hot Spring Tour

From
US$1,356
Price per person
From
US$1,356
price per person

Description

About the Tour

In just four days, this immersive journey takes you to Iceland’s most unforgettable sights—geysers, glaciers, black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, and colorful highlands. Watch icebergs drift across the stunning Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, hike to the striking basalt-column waterfall Svartifoss, stand beneath the powerful Skogafoss, and trek through the surreal rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar. Don’t just visit Iceland—experience it.

A highlight of the tour is Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, ranked among the world’s best beaches—9th in Europe and 23rd globally in Tripadvisor’s 2025 Awards.


Highlights

Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)Geysir Hot SpringsGullfoss WaterfallSeljalandsfoss WaterfallSkógafoss WaterfallSkaftafell - Vatnajökull National ParkSvartifoss WaterfallJökulsarlón Glacier LagoonDiamond BeachKatla Ice Cave VisitLandmannalaugar HikeReynisfjara Black Sand BeachFjaðrárgljúfur Canyon


Itinerary

During this 4-day tour, you’ll visit some of the most impressive sights in Iceland, covering the Golden Circle, South Coast, glacier lagoons, and Landmannalaugar.

THE GOLDEN CIRCLE

The Golden Circle is Iceland’s most famous sightseeing route. It includes three iconic attractions: the geothermal wonders of Geysir, the historic and geological marvel of Thingvellir National Park, and the majestic Gullfoss waterfall.


JÖKULSÁRLÓN GLACIER LAGOON, SKAFTAFELL NATURE RESERVE, AND KATLA ICE CAVE

We visit Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, one of the most famous glacier lagoons in the world. It is filled with floating icebergs from the Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier, an outlet of Vatnajokull National Park. Some of these icebergs wash ashore at Diamond Beach, creating a dramatic contrast between black sand and sparkling ice crystals.

Skaftafell Nature Reserve is a wilderness area within Vatnajökull National Park, known for its diverse landscapes of glaciers, majestic waterfalls, and black sand deserts.

The Katla Ice Cave is a unique natural ice formation located beneath a volcano—an extraordinary sight rarely seen elsewhere.


SOUTH COAST SIGHTSEEING

Iceland’s South Coast offers remarkable natural wonders. Fjadrargljufur Canyon, often nicknamed “Bieber Canyon,” is a spectacular 2-kilometer-long and 100-meter-deep canyon that gained global attention after appearing in a famous music video.

You’ll also see the vast Eldhraun Lava Field, formed by one of the greatest volcanic eruptions ever recorded.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach is a true South Coast marvel and one of Iceland’s most dramatic coastal landscapes. It is also known as one of the most dangerous beaches in Iceland due to the powerful “sneaker waves” that can unexpectedly pull visitors into the sea.

The South Coast is home to some of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls, including Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss, both included in your visit.


LANDMANNALAUGAR

Landmannalaugar is a geothermal paradise of clear blue lakes, lava fields, natural hot springs, and colorful rhyolite peaks. Its spectacular hiking trails attract visitors from around the world. Hiking through Landmannalaugar’s diverse and surreal landscapes is an unforgettable experience and a true highlight of the tour.


Pick-up Information

Pick-up is at 9:00 a.m. from your hotel or a nearby meeting point in Reykjavik. The pick-up process may take up to 30 minutes. Available pick-up points are listed on Arctic Adventures’ official pick-up list.


Remember to Bring

Warm outdoor clothing (layers)Thermal underwear (top and bottom)Waterproof jacket and pantsHeadwear, scarves, and glovesSturdy hiking boots (essential for glacier hiking, as only this type fits ice crampons)

Hiking boots for the ice cave hike can be rented during the booking process. We recommend renting in advance.


What If I Don’t Own These Items?

No problem. You can rent sturdy hiking shoes, waterproof jacket, and pants during the booking process. If you wish to rent additional gear for the entire duration of the tour, it must be added to your booking at least 48 hours before the tour starts.

Visiting

Day 1 - The Famous Golden Circle
Day 1 - The Famous Golden Circle

Our 4-day tour begins with the famous Golden Circle attractions: Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss and Geysir.


Thingvellir National Park is considered to be the birthplace of the Icelandic nation. It is where the first Icelandic parliament gathered in 930 CE. The whole area is a fantastic geological site between the splitting North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. It is worth seeing for anyone coming to Iceland who wants to understand this country better.

Next, we'll head to Gullfoss, the Golden Falls, probably Iceland's most known and visited waterfall. The water of the Hvita river thrusting down the two stages is an impressive sight to see. 


Geysir is home to the most active hot spring in Iceland. Strokkur, which is Geysir's "little brother," erupts in boiling water every 5 to 10 minutes!

After a day full of adventures, we'll spend the night near the small town called Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

Day Highlights

Þingvellir National Park (Thingvellir)

Geysir hot spring area

Gullfoss Waterfall

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Hekla - Volcano Views (weather permitting)

Vík Village

Included

Guided Minibus Tour

The Golden Circle (Geysir, Gullfoss and Þingvellir)

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall & Vik Village

One night at a hotel

Accommodation

Adventure Hotel Geirland or similar

Day 2 - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell Nature Reserve
Day 2 - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Skaftafell Nature Reserve

In the morning, we'll head towards the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the nearby Diamond Beach. The lagoon is filled with icebergs of various sizes and shapes that drift towards the Atlantic. Some of them are washed on the Diamond Beach and glitter-like crystals on the black sand.


After Jokulsarlon, we head to the nearby Skaftafell Nature Reserve. Here, we will visit the info center and watch a short film about the National Park to learn more about the park and the glaciers.

Then, we will hike to the nearby Svartifoss waterfall, one of the most unique waterfalls in Iceland and one of the most popular sights in the park. 

Our accommodation for the night will be at the Adventure Hotel Geirland.

Day Highlights

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

The Diamond Beach

Vatnajokull Glacier

Skaftafell Nature Reserve

Svartifoss Waterfall

Included

Breakfast at the hotel

Guided Minibus Tour

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Hike to Svartifoss Waterfall

One night in a hotel

Day 3 - South Coast Sightseeing and Katla Ice Cave
Day 3 - South Coast Sightseeing and Katla Ice Cave

After a delicious breakfast, we'll make our way through the magical South Coast of Iceland. If the road conditions allow it, we'll kick off our day with a small detour to Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon.

Our next stop will be at the iconic Eldhraun lava field, where the powerful volcanic eruption once occurred. 


After this short stop, we'll go to Katla Ice Cave, the only ice cave that can be visited all year round. So, even if you come in the summer, you'll be able to experience what a real ice cave looks like. 

Since temperatures in the ice cave are below zero, we recommend you dress warmly.

Next, we'll head to Reynisfjara Black Sand beach, where you can see the waves of the Atlantic Ocean in their full power. The waves here can be very unpredictable, so you'll have to be extra cautious here. 


After Reynisfjara, we'll visit the impressive 60-meter Skógafoss waterfall. There are 527 steps leading to the fantastic panoramic view from the top. 

After enjoying the day visiting South Coast, we'll get to the Hotel Hella for the night's rest.

Day Highlights

Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon

Eldhraun Lava Field

Katla Ice Cave

Reynisfjara Black Beach

Skógafoss Waterfall

Included

Breakfast at the hotel

Guided minibus tour

Visit sightseeing places (Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, Reynisfjara Beach and Waterfalls)

Guided Katla ice cave tour

One night in a hotel

Day 4 - Landmannalaugar Hike
Day 4 - Landmannalaugar Hike

After starting our day with a delicious breakfast, we will drive towards Landmannalaugar, where we will have our hiking experience in Landmannalaugar. The hiking trail is approximately 8-10 km, which will take around 4 hours to finish. This trail goes through the Laugahraun lava field, continuing to Vondugil Canyon, reaching up to Mt. Brennisteinsalda, a multicolored peak that is highly characteristic of the area. On our way back, we'll pass through the Graenagil Gorge, called Green Gorge in Icelandic because of its dominant green color. If there's enough time, we will climb to Blahnukur Volcano before finally soaking in the hot springs and enjoying the surroundings of Landmannalaugar.


We will arrive back in Reykjavik at around 9:00 pm./

Day Highlights

Landmannalaugar hike

Small group experience

Brennisteinsalda mountain

Hekla volcano

Laugahraun lava fields

Hot spring bathing

Included

Breakfast at the hotel

Guided Minibus Tour

Hiking

Landmannalaugar facility fees

Bathing in a natural hot pool

Guided Minibus Tour/Return to Reykjavik

Meeting point

Airport Gate
Day 1: Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Day 2: Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Day 3: Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Hella
Day 4: Hella, Reykjavik

Pick-up & drop off from Reykjavík

Guided Tours with English Speaking Guide

Hotel Room with Private Bathroom for 3 nights

Hotel Breakfasts

Guided Minibus Tour

Free WiFi on Board Your Bus

Highlights of the South Coast & Golden Circle

Bathing in Natural Hot Pool

Landmannalaugar facilities fees

Katla Ice Cave Visit

Certified Glacier Guide

All Necessary Equipment

Warm outdoor clothing including layers

Thermal underwear (top and bottom)

Waterproof jacket and pants

Headwear

Scarves

Gloves

Sturdy hiking boots are essential for visiting ice cave

Possible accommodations

3 accommodations

Remarks

Please note effective October 2020, any foreign tour booked, shall attract 5% TCS (which is 100% refundable on IT returns) This amount will be collected separately from individuals once the booking is made on the website. This has an overall 0 effect on the transaction. Effective 01 October 2023, TCS will be revised to 20% (which is 100% refundable on IT returns).                                                                                          


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