Your day starts by heading straight out of Reykjavik, driving over Hellisheidi mountain pass before heading inland to the Golden Circle area. Our first stop will be to warm up and soak in the natural hot springs of the Secret Lagoon. We intentionally arrive at the hot pool in the morning when it is quietest. This is Iceland’s oldest natural swimming pool, built around a small bubbling geyser over 100 years ago
Next, we drive to the nearby village of Reykholt. You’ll enjoy a unique lunch inside a  tomato greenhouse farm. You can choose either their famous tomato soup, ravioli pasta, or grilled tortilla pizza. Delicious homemade bread is also included.
After lunch, we get to witness the force of Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most powerful waterfalls. On sunny days, rainbows appear in the mist of this golden hued waterfall.
From there, it is only a short drive to see the wonders of the geothermal area of Geysir, the original exploding geyser, and its surrounding steam vents. The most active geyser in the area, Strokkur, erupts every 6-10 minutes.
Finally, after all this we drive onto the famous Thingvellir National Park. The National Park holds both a historical and geological significance.  Additionally, it is also a place of incredible beauty, sitting in the rift valley of the separating North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. We will explore this area enjoying easy walks and great views. From there, it’s just a short drive back into town.