--- title: Golden Circle and Kerid Volcanic Crater Small-Group Day Tour lang: en type: tour city: Reykjavik country: Iceland price: 108 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 978 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 38 of 71 (Golden Circle Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/golden-circle-and-kerid-volcanic-crater-small-group-day-tour/ --- # Golden Circle and Kerid Volcanic Crater Small-Group Day Tour In our comparison: #38 of 71 in Golden Circle Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview The Golden Circle is the most visited and popular day trip in Iceland. It includes some of the most spectacular attractions in Iceland, including Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss and the Kerid Volcanic Crater. Kerid crater is 270m wide and more than 55m deep, there is also a 14m deep lake at the bottom of the crater which makes the whole scene look really magical. This is an 8-hour small-group making it a more intimate experience. If you want to make the most of your time on the route add an optional visit at the Geothermal Park & Bakery where you can not only try famous geothermal bread but also see the newest Icelandic geyser called Eilífur. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: Food and drinks, (OPTIONAL) Visit to the… - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum… **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €108 per person for the Standard Itinerary option; other options up to €126 - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.84/5 from 978 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Nicetravel ehf - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.84 from 978 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 945 of 978. - 5 stars: 875 (89%) - 4 stars: 70 (7%) - 3 stars: 20 (2%) - 2 stars: 6 (1%) - 1 star: 7 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Standard Itinerary | €108 / person | English | Pickup included | | Tour w/Geothermal Bakery Visit | €126 / person | English | Geothermal Park Visit: Add stop at the Geothermal Bakery & Park - home to the newest geyser in Iceland called Eilífur (2016) & geothermal bakery Geothermal Bread Tasting Counter clock-wise route: You will start the Golden Circle Route at the Geothermal Park followed by Kerið, Gullfoss, Geysir & Thingvellir Pickup included | ## What's included - Hotel pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík - Driver/guide ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities - (OPTIONAL) Visit to the Geothermal Park with bread tasting and second geyser visit ## Itinerary 1. **Thingvellir National Park** (45m) - Your day starts by driving from Reykjavik to the historic site of Þingvellir National Park. This was the venue for the Icelandic parliament from 930 till 1798 and is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, both for it´s rich history and amazing nature. This is also where... 2. **Laugarvatn** (pass by, no stop) - sits next to a beautiful lake of the same name in a geothermally active area. The plumes of super-heated vapor billowing into the air in this area are used by the locals to bake rye bread in the ground! 3. **Geysir** (1h 20m) - Known throughout the world for it´s power and beauty, Geysir has become a synonym for this amazing show of nature. Strokkur, another hot spring, sits nearby and is very active, erupting to heights up to 30 meters every few minutes. Follow one of many paths and enjoy steaming... 4. **Gullfoss Falls** (40m) - Next on the agenda is the waterfall Gullfoss - the Golden Waterfall. One of the most popular attractions is Iceland, Gullfoss will amaze you with it´s raw power and beauty, plummeting down 32 meters into a rugged canyon. 5. **Reykholt** (pass by, no stop) - Small town with lots of Greenhouses 6. **Kerid Crater** (30m; admission included) - These three attractions complete the classic Golden Circle - but to add even more to your experience - we also stop at the spectacular Kerid Volcanic Crater. This 3000 year old crater is 55 meters deep and offers a unique view of the beauty of the Icelandic nature. 7. **Hveragerdi** (pass by, no stop) - On the way back to Reykjavík tour goes via Geothermal Area in Hveragerði, packed with famous greenhouses powered by green energy and horse farms. After a short drive through mountain pass you will also see Hellisheiði Geothermal Power Plant. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age is 5 years old. - Only small luggage like a small backpack can be taken on this tour - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately ## Compared with other Golden Circle Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #38 of 71** | €108 | 8h | 4.84 (978) | shared | | [Small-Group Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/small-group-golden-circle-sky-lagoon-with-ticket-kerid-crater/?format=md) | €226 | 10h | 4.96 (719) | shared | | [Golden Circle Tales, Tomato Farm & Kerid – Small Group from RVK](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/golden-circle-tales-tomato-farm-kerid-small-group-from-rvk/?format=md) | €129 | 9h | 4.94 (1185) | shared | | [Private Golden Circle, Sky Lagoon and Friðheimar Greenhouse Lunch](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/private-golden-circle-sky-lagoon-and-fri-heimar-greenhouse-lunch/?format=md) | €2914 per group | 9h 30m | 4.97 (389) | private | Ranked #38 of 71 in Golden Circle Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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