Golden Circle and Fontana Geothermal Spa Day Trip from Reykjavik

9 Hours

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Hotel Pickup Offered

English

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Overview

See the iconic Golden Circle sights and wallow in the geothermal pools at Fontana on a full-day trip from Reykjavik, with an expert guide. Awe at beautiful Gullfoss waterfall and the Strokkur geyser as it spouts into the air at the Geysir geothermal area. Enter Thingvellir National Park to see Iceland's historic parliamentary site and the geological rift of the continental plates, a testament to the continuously moving earth's crust. Finally, enjoy an optional bathe in the naturally heated pools and steam baths at Fontana's spa before returning to Reykjavik.

9-hour Golden Circle and Fontana trip from Reykjavik, led by a professional guide
Witness the rock-strewn landscapes of UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park
See Thingvellir's incredible geological rift and Althing, the site of Iceland's first parliament in 930 AD
Gaze at the breathtaking double-tier Gullfoss waterfall
Stroll around the Geysir geothermal area and watch the Strokkur geyser erupt into the sky
Relax in the steam pools and baths at Fontana and taste rye bread baked in hot springs
Ideal for families and as a romantic experience for couples

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Begin your day trip with a pickup from your Reykjavik hotel or a bus terminal in the city. Then, set off on your Golden Circle tour by air-conditioned vehicle while learning about Iceland's geology and history.Stop to take in the spectacular Gullfoss waterfall. This double-tier fall crashes 105 feet (32 meters) into a rock gorge, and begs to be captured on camera.Head into the lunar-like landscapes of Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2004. View the geological rift where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet, and see Iceland's age-old parliamentary site - the Althing. It was here in 930 AD that the country's, and the world's, first parliament assembled, and continued to convene until the late 18th century.Visit the Geysir geothermal area, home to hot springs, streams and waterspouts. Stroll around the bubbling pools and watch the famous Strokkur geyser. This towering geyser shoots water high in the sky every six minutes or so, and makes an unforgettable sight.Lastly, travel on to the Fontana spa and wellness center, where pools and steam baths have been built above natural hot springs beside Lake Laugarvatn. The original sauna was constructed in the 1920s and was orginally little more than a shack set above the springs.Enjoy free time here for an optional bathe in the naturally heated pools and steam cabins. Alternatively, relax over a coffee (own expense) at the caf e or enjoy the lake views from the rooftop area. Then, savor some traditional Icelandic rye bread slow-baked in the natural hot springs. Watch as the bread is dug from the ground, and sample a slice slathered in butter.Later, return to Reykjavik where your tour ends at the start point; your hotel or the bus terminal.Please note: guests are advised to bring swimwear and a towel for their visit to Fontana. Swimwear and towels can also be rented (own expense) on site.

Golden Circle and Fontana Geothermal Spa Day Trip from Reykjavik

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