Golden Circle Day Trip with Fridheimar Greenhouse visit from Reykjavik
Summary
Meet your guide and group in central Reykjavik, board the climate-controlled coach, and embark on the Golden Circle tour of Iceland's most remarkable natural landmarks. Along the way, learn about the history, ecology, and geology of the area from your local guide.
Stop at the Geysir geothermal area, home to the Strokkur geyser, which erupts with a 98-foot (30-meter) column of boiling water every few minutes. Continue to Gullfoss, one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls, where the Hvítá River cascades into a 105-foot (32-meter) crevasse.
In Thingvellir National Park (Þingvellir), see the fields of verdant moss and the gash in the earth where the Eurasian and American tectonic plates are pulling apart.
Visit the Friðheimar greenhouse, where organic produce is grown using the power of the earth's geothermal heat. Learn about the growing process and taste some of the fruits of the farmers' labor.
Tour info
Duration
8 hours
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Why take this tour?
The Golden Circle tour takes you on a day trip to see the world-famous Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss, the queen of Icelandic waterfalls, as well as Thingvellir National Park. Additionally, the tour includes a visit to the idyllic Friðheimar greenhouse cultivation centre.
What’s included?
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Air-conditioned vehicle -
Professional guide -
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Free Wi-Fi -
Admission to Friðheimar greenhouse -
Food and drinks
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 8h
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Mobile tickets accepted
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Instant confirmation
Covid Policy
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Reykjavik Excursions is the leading organizer of guided coach and bus tours in Iceland. A fully licensed tour operator and travel agent that offers day trips and guided tours, traveling all over the country since 1968. Our buses offer free wireless internet allowing you to share your experience right away.
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