--- title: Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Day Tour from Reykjavik lang: en type: tour city: Reykjavik country: Iceland price: 137 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.66 reviews: 259 duration_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 66 of 71 (Golden Circle Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/golden-circle-secret-lagoon-small-group-day-tour-from-reykjavik/ --- # Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Day Tour from Reykjavik In our comparison: #66 of 71 in Golden Circle Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Combine the popular Golden Circle sightseeing tour with a relaxing trip to the phenomenal Secret Lagoon natural hot springs. Soak in the unique and natural waters of the hot springs and enjoy all the wonders of the attractions that make up the famous Golden Circle - on this 9 hour, small group tour directly from Reykjavik that ensures a more personal experience. Thingvellir National Park, Geysir hot spring area and Gullfoss waterfall are three of the most popular attractions in Iceland and together they combine some of the most iconic landmarks of Iceland. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €137 per person - Duration: 9h - Rating: 4.66/5 from 259 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Arctic Adventures - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.66 from 259 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 236 of 259. - 5 stars: 211 (81%) - 4 stars: 25 (10%) - 3 stars: 13 (5%) - 2 stars: 4 (2%) - 1 star: 6 (2%) ## What's included - Reykjavik pick up and drop off service - Small Group Guarantee - Guided tour of the Golden Circle in a minibus - Free Wi-Fi onboard - Secret Lagoon Entrance Fee - A visit to Thingvellir National Park, Geysir & Gullfoss ## Not included - Food & drinks - Towel - Swimsuit ## Itinerary 1. **Reykjavik** (30m) - We'll kick off the day with a morning pick-up from your selected location in the capital city Reykjavík 2. **The National Park at Thingvellir** (40m; admission included) - A quick 40-minute drive to the first stop: Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park. This remarkable rift valley, where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates drift apart, showcases both stunning geology and deep history. Here you can explore Althing, Iceland’s... 3. **Gullfoss Falls** (40m) - Our adventure will then lead us to the breathtaking Gullfoss, aptly named the "golden waterfall," situated at the very edge of the Icelandic Highlands. Cascading gracefully within the canyon of the Hvíta River, Gullfoss is fed by the Langjökull glacier to the north, lending... 4. **Geysir** (30m) - Next, we’ll explore the Geysir Geothermal Area, the birthplace of the word “geyser.” Wander among steaming vents, bubbling pools, and hot springs, and watch Strokkur—the most active geyser—erupt every 4–10 minutes, sending boiling water 15–20 meters (49–66 feet) into the air. 5. **Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin** (1h 30m; admission included) - We’ll unwind at the Secret Lagoon, Iceland’s oldest geothermal pool. Nestled in mossy lava fields, the water stays a soothing 38–40°C (100–104°F) year-round, with a small geyser adding to the charm. Bring your swimwear or rent it on-site for the perfect relaxing end to your... 6. **Kerid Crater** (20m; admission included) - Our final stop is Kerið Crater, or “The Eye of the World,” a volcanic crater formed over 6,500 years ago. Its bright blue-green lake set against red volcanic rock makes it a must-see. The crater is 886 feet (270 m) wide with walls up to 180 feet (55 m) high, offering stunning... 7. **Reykjavik** (30m) - We'll then head back to Reykjavík where you'll be dropped of from your starting location. ## 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 - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - This adventure tour is a small group experience tour offering a more personal experience. - We recommend that you bring: Warm and waterproof outdoor clothing, head wear, gloves, packed lunch, bathing suit, towel and sturdy shoes. - Please note that the order of the itinerary can vary whereas the operator reserves the right to swap the order of the attractions due to weather conditions and other related factors. - *Please note: Due to the Secret Lagoon's closure on May 13-23, we will visit Fontana Spa instead.* - Total duration includes travel time between stops. Total duration of this day tour is approximately 9 hours. ## Compared with other Golden Circle Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #66 of 71** | €137 | 9h | 4.66 (259) | 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 #66 of 71 in Golden Circle Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €75 to €2520, median €171; typical length 8h 30m. 13 of 71 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/golden-circle-tours/?format=md ## More in Reykjavik - All Reykjavik tours: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/golden-circle-secret-lagoon-small-group-day-tour-from-reykjavik/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/?format=md