Explore iconic sites like Geysir and Gullfoss, then rev up your excitement with thrilling snowmobiling on Langjökull Glacier. A day of adventure and stunning natural beauty awaits!
Tour Operator: Amazing Tours Iceland
Explore the best of Iceland's natural and historical wonders on our Golden Circle Adventure. Visit Þingvellir National Park, this stunning rift valley is a testament to the power of plate tectonics, lying along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge where the North American and Eurasian plates meet. Here, you can witness the visible evidence of these plates pulling apart, a process that continues to shape Iceland's dramatic landscape.
Prepare to be utterly mesmerized by the mighty Strokkur geyser, a natural wonder that erupts with remarkable regularity, offering an awe-inspiring display of nature's power every few minutes. As we gather around Strokkur, anticipation builds with each rumble and hiss, until suddenly, with a mighty roar, the geyser erupts in a spectacular display of steam and water, reaching impressive heights that defy gravity.
Our journey through the Golden Circle leads us to Gullfoss, Iceland's breathtaking Golden Waterfall. Here, the meltwater from the massive Langjökull glacier crashes into the Hvítá river gorge, creating a dramatic and unforgettable display of power and beauty. As the water plummets in two distinct stages, it creates a stunning spectacle of swirling currents and misty spray. With its unique curves and golden hues, Gullfoss captivates visitors, leaving them in awe of nature's grandeur.
Langjökull, Iceland's "Long Glacier," is like nature's icy playground, stretching over 953 square kilometers in the highlands. Imagine a frozen wonderland where the ice cap reaches up to 1,450 meters high, hiding bubbling geothermal hotspots and sleeping volcanic giants beneath. Langjökull isn't just a glacier; it's a water factory, feeding rivers like the famous Hvítá, home to the stunning Gullfoss waterfall. Adventure seekers flock to Langjökull for its thrilling snowmobiling trails and magical ice caves that shimmer like crystal palaces. It's a place where you can feel the pulse of the earth beneath your feet and marvel at the ever-changing dance between fire and ice in Iceland's wild heart.
Þingvellir is a site of historical, geological and cultural importance to Icelanders. For centuries it was the site of the Alþingi, the oldest parliament in the world, before it was moved to Reykjavík. It is also a site of a rift valley caused by continental drift between the North American and Eurasian Plates. This unique geology offers interesting sites such as fissures with crystal clear waters that are popular with divers. Þingvellir is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Geysir is one of the most famous hot springs in the world. All geysers in the world are named after it. It lies dormant at the moment, but its neighbour, Strokkur, goes off every 4-8 minutes, bursting up to 40 metres into the air.
Gullfoss is a waterfall that is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Iceland. It is about 32 m high and drops into a crevice about 20 m wide and 2, 5 km in length. Gullfoss carries a lot of sediments that glacial ice has carved off the earth and colors the water slightly brownish.
Langjökull (The Long Glacier) is Iceland's second largest glacier. Volcanically the region is relatively quiet. It is one of the most popular glaciers for outdoor activities like snowmobiling and ice cave hunting. This is our base for our snowmobile explorations!