3 Days - Golden Circle, Southcoast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

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Tour Overview

Embark on a breathtaking 3-day adventure through Iceland's iconic Golden Circle and South Coast with our small-group tour. Travel in comfort on a minibus with a friendly, experienced guide as you explore the geothermal wonders of Geysir, the majestic Gullfoss waterfall, and the historic Thingvellir National Park. Journey along the South Coast to witness the dramatic black sand beach of Reynisfjara, the stunning Jokulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, and the awe-inspiring Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. In winter, marvel at the Northern Lights and explore the enchanting Blue Ice Cave. Enjoy two nights in comfortable hotels with breakfast included, and choose between glacier hiking or a Blue Ice Cave tour for an unforgettable Icelandic experience. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Geysir and the geothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall, and Thingvellir National Park in the Golden Circle

  • Black sand beach, Reynisfjara, and Jokulsárlón Glacier Lagoon in Vatnajokull National Park

  • Explore Europe’s largest glacier

  • Blue Ice Cave exploration and Northern Lights during winter

  • Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls

  • Glacier hike in Skaftafell

  • Boat ride among icebergs in Jokulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

  • Diamond Beach with sparkling ice rocks

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Golden Circle

Location: Golden Circle

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast


Geysir Geothermal Area

The Geysir geothermal area hosts hundreds of colorful hot springs and two geysers, erupting hot springs. One is called “Geysir” and name giving for all the geysers in the world. Today, however, it erupts very seldom. The other geyser is called “Strokkur” and erupts every 5 minutes up to 40 meters.

Gullfoss Waterfall

The melting water from Iceland´s second biggest glacier, Langjökull, falls into a deep canyon forming the majestic “Golden Falls”. On a sunny day, you can see the glacier Langjökull in the distance and enjoy a rainbow in the mist of the waterfall, an Instagram blockbuster waiting to happen!

Þingvellir National Park

We visit the place where the two tectonic plates, the North American and the Eurasian plate, are moving away from each other. Few places in the world offer a better and clearer view of this massive geographic activity. The biggest natural lake in Iceland is also located at Thingvellir National Park and hosts a great variety of fish and bird life. Thingvellir is also an important place for Icelandic national history. At Thingvellir Icelanders founded their parliament in 930 a.d. where the chieftains had their annual meeting every summer. The name “Thingvellir” translates to “Parliament Plains”.

Day 2 : South Coast

Location: South Coast

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast


Seljalandsfoss waterfall

The adventure begins when with the powerful theatrics of Seljalandsfoss. Bring a raincoat and you’ll be able to make the short hike behind the falls. The scene behind the fall and the trembling ground from the power of the falling water makes for an automatic Instagram blockbuster!

Skogafoss

Further west along the coast is Skógafoss waterfall. Skógafoss is an incredibly picturesque sight. Tucked in a little gorge, the river Skógá tumbles down a 60 meter cliff before continuing down the landscape towards the Atlantic Ocean. Alongside the gorge a staircase can take you to the shelf above the waterfall for stunning views. See if you can count your steps on your way up.

Glacier Hike in Skaftafell

We will hike an outlet glacier spawning from the largest glacier in the  country, Vatnajökull. A spectacular experience and opportunity to learn  more about this breathtaking natural phenomenon. Skaftafell area has  been used as a filming location for many famous TV shows and films, such  as Game of Thrones.

Spend the night on the south coast.

Day 3 : Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Location: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Meals Included: Breakfast


Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Starting this day by heading to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, a 200m deep glacial lagoon fed by Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe’s largest glacier. Enormous icebergs come from Breiðamerkurjökull all year round so the lagoon is usually filled with ice that floats south. We will then go on a boat ride between the icebergs during summertime and get a closer look at the millenary ice. In the winter we will walk alongside the glacier lagoon enjoying the magnificent views and dead silence of Icelandic nature.

Diamond Beach

On the other side of the road the icebergs from Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon float into the Atlantic Ocean where they are quickly thrown back to shore by the tide and winds. This black sand beach is full of smaller ice rocks in all shapes and sizes, sparkling like diamonds in the daylight. The ice itself comes in all shades of white and blue forming beautiful contrasts, guaranteed to make your Instagram account pop!

Reynisfjara, the Black Sand Beach

Heading further west, we visit the black sand beach of Reynisfjara where the massive waves of the Atlantic meet the unique basalt columns in the cliffs above the sand. Rock pillars in the water and the cliffs of Dýrhólaey are seen in the distance. This area of the south is also a paradise for bird lovers, as Puffins and dozens of other unique species nest on top of these cliffs in the summertime from June to August.

Optional Activity

Blue Ice Cave Tour (Winter) - You will get the opportunity of a lifetime to enjoy one of the world’s greatest wilderness, Iceland’s largest glacier. You are driven in a specially modified Super Jeep to the glacier, where you get to explore the glacier environment, enjoy a view out of this world, go into and underneath the glacier and experience the glacier’s beauty from the inside! Blue Ice Cave Exploration is truly a unique experience. An experienced local guide leads the way and shares a wealth of fascinating information about glaciers, ice fields and their impact on our environment during our journey, making sure everyone enjoys themselves to the fullest. Our guides provide you with safety equipment (helmet and crampons) and the fun begins!

Your guide will return you to your accommodation in Reykjavik.

What's Included

  • Local taxes

    Local taxes are included in the tour package.

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide

    A professional English-speaking driver-guide will accompany you throughout the tour.

  • Live commentary on board

    Live commentary will be provided on board during the tour.

  • Pick-up and drop-off from hotels/guesthouse in Reykjavik

    Pick-up and drop-off services from hotels or guesthouses in Reykjavik are included.

  • Small-group tour

    The tour is conducted in a small group with a maximum of 21 people.

  • 2 nights accommodation in comfortable hotel with private bathroom

    Accommodation for 2 nights in a comfortable hotel with a private bathroom is included.

  • Breakfast in hotel

    Breakfast at the hotel is included.

  • Amphibian Boat Tour

    An Amphibian Boat Tour is included in the package.

  • Choice of Glacier Hiking / Blue Ice Cave Exploration

    You have the choice between Glacier Hiking or Blue Ice Cave Exploration.

  • Necessary safety equipment for activities

    All necessary safety equipment for activities is provided.

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What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner

    Lunch and dinner are not included; meal breaks will be at restaurants or cafes along the way.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities are not included and are recommended.

  • Luggage and baggage excess

    A fee is applied for luggage storage if you have excess baggage.

Know Before You Go

  • Wheelchair Accessible

Requirements

  • Hiking boots (available for rent) 
  • Windproof and waterproof outdoor clothes
  • Camera
  • A sense of adventure

Please Note

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Bring warm, wind & waterproof clothes and a camera
  • Minimum age is 8 years old
  • Ice Caving tour may be cancelled due to weather and/or safety reasons. If cancelled, other activities may be offered as alternative and you will receive a refund of the price difference.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Reykjavik City has issued a regulation preventing buses from driving in certain areas in the City center. This means that all tour companies are only allowed to stop at certain designated bus stop locations in the centre of Reykjavík to pick up the guests from hotels or other accommodations in this restricted area. Customer will be contacted directly after booking if they list an address/hotel within the restricted area and direct them to the nearest bus stop.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 21 travelers
  • You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
  • Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Mode of Transport

Travel in a comfortable minibus with a professional English-speaking driver-guide, including pick-up and drop-off from hotels/guesthouses in Reykjavik.

Accommodation

Enjoy 2 nights of comfortable accommodation in a hotel with private bathrooms, including breakfast each morning.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour is conducted on a comfortable minibus with a friendly and experienced guide.

  • What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes 2 nights of accommodation in a comfortable hotel with a private bathroom.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Breakfast is included in the hotel, but lunch and dinner are not included. Meal breaks will be at restaurants or cafes along the way.

  • What activities are included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to famous locations in the Golden Circle and the South Coast, a glacier hike in Skaftafell, and an amphibian boat tour. During winter, there is also an option for Blue Ice Cave exploration.

  • Is there a luggage allowance for the tour?

    Yes, there is a luggage allowance of one 24-inch luggage per person plus one carry-on per person.

  • What safety equipment is provided for activities?

    Necessary safety equipment for activities, such as helmets and crampons for glacier hiking, is provided.

  • What should I bring with me on the tour?

    You should bring hiking boots (available for rent), windproof and waterproof outdoor clothes, a camera, and a sense of adventure.

  • Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

    The tour is not wheelchair accessible.

  • What happens if the Blue Ice Cave tour is canceled due to weather?

    If the Blue Ice Cave tour is canceled due to weather or safety reasons, other activities may be offered as an alternative, and you will receive a refund of the price difference.

  • What is the maximum group size for the tour?

    The tour is a small-group tour with a maximum of 21 people.

  • Are there any health restrictions for the tour?

    The tour is not recommended for travelers with heart problems, serious medical conditions, back problems, or for pregnant travelers.

  • What is the minimum age requirement for the tour?

    The minimum age for the tour is 8 years old.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    It has always been a part of our process to sanitise and keep our cars and gear clean but since this started we have updated all processes for this to make sure everything is clean and safe when our clients arrive. Hand sanitizers are available on our buses for all our clients and guides to use before and after the tours. All buses and gears are disinfected between tours. Travelers are advised to use a face mask when in crowded areas or when social distancing is not possible. Temperature of travelers and guides will be taken everyday and/or before the start of tour. Anyone with temperature above 38 degree celcius after repeated measurements will not be allowed to join the tour. We follow all the guidelines from the health officials so our travelers can safely enjoy their trips to Iceland. If someone in the tour group starts to feel sick or show symptoms during the tour, the guides are trained to handle the situation according to the guidelines from the Icelandic Directorate of Health. We will keep all travelers informed of any steps that need to be taken in that case.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    A confirmation email will be sent upon confirmation of booking.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, single room supplements are mandatory for single travellers.

Reviews of this operator

Gloria Hu (Google Reviewer)  

We booked with Marina Travel...

06-Mar-2022

We booked with Marina Travel and they did an excellent job. We went to Blue Lagoon and even added a 30 minute in water massage for my husband. The driver was fabulous, even shared some Iceland history with us on the way there. Would definitely recommend them. ...more ...less

안혜진 (Google Reviewer)  

We went on a six-night,...

01-Mar-2025

We went on a six-night, seven-day trip under the name of cotton balls. It was nice to stay in the accommodation in good condition throughout the trip and I could see the aurora almost every day in the accommodation. Above all, our mate Valerio tried to show the tourist attractions in good condition by checking the weather every time. This was the most grateful point of this trip. Thanks to our mate, I think my trip to Iceland will remain a good memory. Thank you so much to the mate valerio for always driving safely for our cotton ball group and allowing us to have a good trip by checking the weather 🥹💗 ...more ...less

김준래 (Google Reviewer)  

Thank you for the perfect...

31-Jan-2025

Thank you for the perfect ride. It was so precious time for me. Thank you.

만두 (Google Reviewer)  

I joined the Suite Euro...

16-Feb-2025

I joined the Suite Euro package tour in Iceland, and it was an amazing experience. The accommodations were great, and the travel itinerary was well-planned. At the beginning of the trip, the weather was so bad that we almost couldn’t visit some of the planned destinations. However, thanks to our driver Josip, who did his best to make sure we got to see everything, we were able to visit Kirkjufell. The wind and rain were so strong that we could barely stand, so we had a quick look from the parking lot before heading back to the hotel. Suite Euro tour guide and Josip also shared useful travel tips about Iceland and was always kind and helpful. Even when our schedule was delayed by a day, Jo kindly offered to take us to the airport (thank you so much!). We had such a fun conversation on the way. A huge thanks to both our tour guide and driver for ensuring a safe and enriching journey throughout the trip! ...more ...less

최선영 (Google Reviewer)  

Valerio is very nice and...

31-Jan-2025

Valerio is very nice and kind. I was very worried cause the flight was cancelled, but he help me so much so I can feel easy. And he gave us beautiful picture so we can remember our memory of Iceland.

Linda Gerlach (Google Reviewer)  

We just returned from a...

04-Oct-2022

We just returned from a 14 day self-driving tour organized for us by Marina Travel. They provided access to a 9-passenger van, hotels w/breakfast and a itinerary/route with numerous points of interest along the way . Everything they did for us worked out very well, and we're very happy with our experience. I particularly liked staying at the Fosshotels. We encountered a weather concern, and discovered that they operate their offices 7 days a week, which is very comforting in a foreign environment. I'd give them an A+. ...more ...less

sj p (Google Reviewer)  

Valerio is professional and kind...

31-Jan-2025

Valerio is professional and kind for us. we have great time iceland thanks to him. I will miss everything that I have here. thank you very much!

Richard Kersey (Google Reviewer)  

Waited for them to show...

24-May-2022

Waited for them to show up for 3 hours in the snow with 3 kids. They never showed up, and then claimed that they did so that they wouldn't refund us. Save your money and buy your own tickets to whatever event, and book your own taxi. We had to do that in the end anyway. Edit: their response is a lie. They never showed and we paid $200 for a taxi to get us there and the chargeback went through, so luckily I did get a refund, just not through any good customer service, only by forcing it through. I think I'll go find a few more places to inform customers about your horrible service with more reviews, right now. ...more ...less

Sofia Christoforou (Google Reviewer)  

I loved the blue lagoon...

11-Jan-2025

I loved the blue lagoon such an amazing experience however I just wouldn’t do it again with Marina tours. There’s no need. They just pick you up from the hotel and drop you off at the general bus stop and then you get on another random bus that takes you to the resort. You can easily do this with a normal bus with normal prices! We paid over €500 for the experience and I now know I could have gotten it much cheaper and marina tours are just not helpful. They send out weird cryptic emails with confusing directions and then they just remain silent. There’s no “tour” aspect to it. ***EDIT SINCE MARINA TOURS HAVE REPLIED: You even said it yourself in the below email. you sent me a detailed version on the 27th WHICH WAS THE DAY OF MY TOUR and you literally sent it to me while i was queuing up at the blue lagoon! You cannot take criticism for some reason which is astonishing considering you get SO many complaints. I want you to email me with a proper response to my complaint. I should not have to reach out to you. AGAIN. ...more ...less

Katherine Clayton (Google Reviewer)  

EDIT: It’s unfortunate to now...

17-Aug-2021

EDIT: It’s unfortunate to now see the owners tell me I am a liar. We did not hang up nor yell on the phone. Good business practice would be taking the time to speak with me and come to a mutual conclusion if I somehow was misunderstanding so deeply. It’s what makes people change their mind on reviews, etc. Plus - I wish I had a single driver ask me if I were going with Marina Tours. Probably wouldn’t have sat there for over an hour. Ah well. I think this place is a scam and doesn’t exist. Unfortunately, this place was as unprofessional as they get. We were not informed what time to pick up our tour bus and it took 3 calls and 1 email to get ahold of a single person. They told us finally to meet at 8:30am at our bus stop. We got there at 8:20, and asked every single tour bus driver if they were part of Marina Tours for blue lagoon and had our party name on the list. 100% of them said no. We called Marina Tours and the woman said that some driver kept calling for us - look, there were 3 people looking. It never happened. They said they’d send another bus to our stop at 9. Then at 9:30. No one came (only a bus for a troll tour and for a horse tour). Called again, they said they were looking for us - never happened. Said we weren’t at bus stop 3, we took a picture of the stop. It was 3. Now they won’t give us our refund because we “didn’t cancel 24 hours before” - kind of hard to know that a tour company will never show up or do what you paid for 24 hours ahead. We kept our cool and the lady just ended up hanging up on us. So, beware. I’m not sure this place is even real. ...more ...less

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  • Low Deposit

    Marina Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of marina travel charges.

    Up to 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 2 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

3 Days - Golden Circle, Southcoast & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

3 Days Starting and ending in Reykjavik, Iceland

Visiting: Golden Circle, South Coast, Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Tour operator:

Marina Travel

Tour code:

120156

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 21

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

8-

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

From: $1251 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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