
Reykjavík: Golden Circle & Northern Lights Small-Group Combo Tour
Pickup included · 11 hours
Explore Iceland's iconic Golden Circle — Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss — then ride a snowmobile across Langjökull, Iceland's second-largest glacier. Hotel pickup in Reykjavík is included, along with all snowmobiling gear and an experienced guide, on this full-day small-group adventure.
This full-day small-group tour combines two of Iceland's greatest experiences: a guided journey around the Golden Circle and an exhilarating snowmobile ride on Langjökull Glacier. Hotel pickup in Reykjavík is included, and the group size stays small throughout.
Your first stop is Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet. This dramatic rift valley is also where Iceland's parliament — one of the world's oldest — was first established, making it as historically significant as it is geologically spectacular.
Next, the tour continues to the Geysir Hot Springs area, home to Strokkur, which erupts to around 40 metres every 7–10 minutes. Fumaroles, bubbling pools, and steaming vents complete the geothermal landscape. The final Golden Circle stop is Gullfoss, a two-tiered waterfall whose upper cascade drops 11 metres and lower cascade drops 21 metres — fed directly by meltwater from Langjökull Glacier.
After Gullfoss, the group transfers by Super Jeep or monster truck to the snowmobile base camp on the eastern edge of Langjökull, Iceland's second-largest glacier. Guides fit you with warm overalls, gloves, and a helmet, then lead a safety briefing before a one-hour guided snowmobile ride across the glacier's vast ice fields, surrounded by volcanic craters and Iceland's rugged interior.
Final available pickup options are selected during checkout and may vary by operator.
Your day begins with morning hotel pickup in Reykjavík. The small-group minibus heads first to Þingvellir National Park, where your guide explains the geology of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and the history of Iceland's ancient parliament.
The tour then moves to the Geysir Hot Springs area. Watch Strokkur shoot a column of boiling water skyward roughly every 7–10 minutes, and explore the surrounding geothermal field at your own pace.
At Gullfoss, you'll stand at the edge of one of Iceland's most powerful waterfalls before the group transfers by Super Jeep or monster truck to the Langjökull Glacier base camp. Guides provide a full safety briefing and fit you with glacier overalls, gloves, and a helmet. The one-hour snowmobile ride crosses open ice fields framed by volcanic peaks. Snowmobiles are shared between two participants as standard; solo upgrades are available.
Few tours in Iceland pack this much variety into a single day. The Golden Circle covers three of the country's most celebrated natural and historical landmarks, while the snowmobile leg takes you deep into the Icelandic interior onto Langjökull — a glacier most visitors only see from a distance.
The small-group format means personal attention from experienced guides, and the Super Jeep or monster truck transfer adds an adventure element even before you reach the glacier. All gear is provided, Reykjavík pickup and drop-off are included, and the English-language guided tour ensures you leave with real context for everything you see.
Reykjavík hotel pickup and drop-off Snowmobile tour (approx. one hour on the glacier) Snowmobiling gear: overalls, gloves, and helmet Super Jeep or monster truck glacier transfer Guided visit to Golden Circle highlights (Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss) Experienced snowmobile guide Experienced driver-guide English-language guided tour Wi-Fi on board Small-group guarantee Stop at Gullfoss Café (lunch available for purchase)
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We reserve the right to alter the itinerary according to weather, road and glacier conditions. Your safety comes first. We'll begin the golden circle tour, then snowmobiling. Please note that you'll be changing vehicles in Reykjavík after the snowmobiling adventure and you'll have a 1-2 hour wait between tours (enough to grab some dinner!). Please note you need to have a valid driver's license to be able to drive the snowmobiles.
BRING THIS TICKET TO THE TOUR - PRINT OR DIGITAL Duration: 16 Hours Did you read everything about your tour? Check out the Tour description Pick Up This tour is a combination of two tours. First, you will go on the Snowmobile & Golden Circle tour and then You will be picked up for the Northern Lights portion of the tour in the evening. Pick Up for Glacier Snowmobiling and Golden Circle Tour Pick-up from your selected location in Reykjavík begins at 8:30 AM. Please be ready at your designated spot by that time. Depending on traffic and your location, it may take up to 30 minutes for your guide to arrive. We appreciate your patience. Please be sure to look out for vehicles branded with Arctic Adventures/ Adventures.is Pick Up for Magical Auroras - Northern Lights by Minibus After the Snowmobile & Golden Circle tour, we will drop you off at your pick-up location at approximately 18:00 (6:00pm). You will have free time to get some dinner before the Northern Lights portion of the tour. Pick up times for Magical Auroras is as follows: 25th Aug - 14th Sept: 21:30 (9:30pm) 15th Sept - 14th Mar: 20:30 (8:30pm) 15th Mar - 15th Apr: 21:30 (9:30pm) Please note that this tour will be operated by Arctic Adventures. Important information The Northern Lights tour depends heavily on weather conditions. We reserve the right to cancel departures up until 18.15 (6:15pm) on the day of the tour if conditions don't look promising. Cancellation notices are sent via email & text message, so make sure we have your information on file and check for updates. Free Re-booking If the aurora isn't visible during your tour, we offer a chance to rejoin the Northern Lights Minibus tour free of charge. The offer is valid for 3 years and provides unlimited tries until you see the aurora. To reschedule a complimentary tour, please contact our Customer Care . Important: Remember, you’re responsible for updating your pick-up location at least 48h before your tour. Log into: my.adventures.is Please note that a valid driver's license is required to operate a snowmobile. Standard price includes an appr. one-hour snowmobile ride sharing a two-person snowmobile. If you are solo, you must upgrade before the tour to a solo snowmobile. Photos See your Northern Lights photos here after the tour: https://adventures.is/nlphotos Loved your tour? Tell us about it on Tripadvisor or Google . Your feedback makes a real difference for our guides and future adventurers!

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