Golden Circle Private Tour with Kerid Crater and Faxi Waterfall
A full day across Iceland's most iconic landscapes, entirely on your terms.
The Golden Circle private tour covers tectonic rifts, erupting geysers, glacier-fed waterfalls, and a volcanic crater in a single eight-hour journey from Reykjavík. Your group travels with a dedicated guide and a vehicle reserved exclusively for you, with no shared schedule and no strangers along for the ride.
This tour adds two stops that most Golden Circle itineraries skip: Faxi Waterfall on the Tungufljót River and Kerid volcanic crater. Both reward visitors who make the detour, offering quieter surroundings and scenery that contrasts sharply with the better-known landmarks on the route.
Your guide brings working knowledge of Iceland's geology, history, and culture to every stop. If conditions at one location are particularly good, you can spend more time there. The itinerary order may shift slightly depending on weather or road conditions, but every stop on the list is covered.
Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your Reykjavík accommodation is included. The tour suits a wide range of travelers, including families, couples, and small groups looking for a more considered pace than a large shared coach allows.
Tour Highlights
Walk the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the location of the world's oldest parliament.
Watch Strokkur erupt every few minutes at the Geysir geothermal area, surrounded by bubbling hot springs and vivid mineral pools.
Stand at the edge of Gullfoss as glacial meltwater drops into a rugged canyon, one of the most photographed natural sites in Iceland.
Visit Faxi Waterfall on the Tungufljót River, a quieter stop where salmon can be spotted jumping during summer months.
Walk the rim of Kerid volcanic crater and look down at its vivid red rock walls and deep blue lake, a geological feature that looks unlike anything else on the route.
Photograph Öxarárfoss waterfall framed by basalt cliffs inside Þingvellir, a less-visited cascade that rewards those who take the short walk.
Travel in a private vehicle with a dedicated guide, allowing your group to set the pace and linger at whichever locations matter most to you.
Itinerary
Your guide picks you up from your Reykjavík accommodation and drives to Þingvellir, where you walk between two tectonic plates and visit the site of the Althingi, the world's oldest parliament. A short walk leads to Öxarárfoss, a waterfall set against basalt cliffs that offers a peaceful contrast to the park's larger geological drama.
The route continues to the Geysir area, where Strokkur erupts reliably every few minutes and the surrounding landscape is dotted with steaming vents and colorful mineral pools. Your guide provides context on Iceland's volcanic activity and the geothermal forces that shape this part of the country.
Gullfoss channels glacial meltwater over two tiers into a deep canyon, producing spray and noise that is felt as much as heard. Multiple viewing platforms give different perspectives on the falls, and your group can take as long as conditions allow.
Faxi sits on the Tungufljót River and sees considerably fewer visitors than the main Golden Circle stops. In summer, salmon can often be seen jumping the cascade, adding an unexpected detail to an already scenic location.
The final stop is Kerid, a volcanic crater distinguished by its steep red walls and the bright blue lake at its base. You can walk the full rim or descend toward the water for a closer look before the drive back to Reykjavík.
What Is Included
Included
- Private vehicle for your group
- Dedicated professional guide
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík
- All stops on the itinerary: Þingvellir, Öxarárfoss, Geysir, Gullfoss, Faxi Waterfall, Kerid Crater
- Flexible pace with no shared schedule
Not Included
- Food and beverages
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for your guide
- Entrance fees where applicable
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