Private Silver Circle Tour of Glaciers and Hot Springs in Reykjavík

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Private Silver Circle Tour of Glaciers and Hot Springs in ReykjavíkPrivate Silver Circle Tour of Glaciers and Hot Springs in ReykjavíkPrivate Silver Circle Tour of Glaciers and Hot Springs in Reykjavík
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Why we love it?

The Silver Circle Private Tour offers an immersive experience of Iceland's natural beauty, featuring stunning glaciers, majestic waterfalls, and the relaxing Hvammsvik Hot Springs. Spanning 11 hours, this tour is ideal for small groups of 1 to 8 people, allowing for a personalized exploration of the scenic landscapes of West Iceland, including a visit to the historic village of Reykholt. With a dedicated English-speaking guide and flexible itinerary, participants can tailor the adventure to their interests, making it a distinctive choice for those seeking a private and comfortable way to discover Iceland's unique attractions.

Inclusions

  • Private Silver Circle tour, just for your group
  • Friendly English-speaking local driver-guide
  • Private Sedan or Private Van for the whole day
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation or cruise terminal
  • 1.5 hours at Hvammsvík Hot Springs while your driver-guide waits
  • Help with your luggage and gear
  • Bottled water
  • USB charging on board
  • Child seats, free of charge (add them when you book)
  • All parking fees and local taxes

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (optional, always appreciated)
  • Into the Glacier ticket (required, added per person when you book)
  • Hvammsvík entry tickets, unless added when you book
  • Meals and snacks (we stop at a place where you can buy lunch)

Itinerary

Pick-up in the Capital Area

Your driver-guide picks you up at your accommodation anywhere in the Capital Area, or at your cruise terminal, and you head north through Hvalfjörður into West Iceland.

Drive through West Iceland

As you travel into West Iceland, the landscape begins to open up around you. You will see wide lava fields, flowing rivers, and distant mountains in every direction. The peaceful scenery makes the drive enjoyable and relaxing. Your guide will share simple and interesting stories about Iceland’s nature, people, and history. This part of the journey helps you connect with the land before reaching the main stops.

Deildartunguhver and Reykholt

First comes Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, where boiling water bubbles out of the ground and steam rolls across the fields. A few minutes away lies Reykholt, home of Snorri Sturluson, the 13th-century writer who preserved many of the stories of the Norse gods. His old geothermal bathing pool, Snorralaug, can still be seen today.

Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls

Next, you visit two unique waterfalls located close to each other. Hraunfossar is calm and beautiful, with clear water flowing gently out from under a lava field. It creates many small streams that stretch along the river. Just a short walk away is Barnafoss, which is very different. Here, strong glacial water rushes quickly through a narrow rocky channel, creating a powerful and dramatic scene.

Into the Glacier at Langjökull

At Húsafell your glacier adventure begins. A specially built glacier vehicle takes you up onto Langjökull, Iceland's second largest glacier, where you walk into a man-made ice tunnel deep inside the ice, surrounded by blue walls, and learn how glaciers form and change.

Fossatún Waterfalls

After the glacier, you stop at Fossatun, a peaceful area known for its waterfalls and local stories. Water flows gently over dark volcanic rocks, creating a calm and scenic setting. This place is also linked to Icelandic folklore. According to legend, a troll lives here and protects the area. You can explore small paths and enjoy the mix of nature and storytelling.

Hvammsvík Hot Springs

On the way back, unwind at Hvammsvík Hot Springs: natural geothermal pools set right at the shoreline of Hvalfjörður, the perfect way to warm up after a day on the glacier.

Drive back

A short, scenic drive back along the coast, with time to share the highlights of the day.

Drop-off in the Capital Area

We drop you off where we picked you up, anywhere in the Capital Area or at your cruise terminal.

Please Note

  • Your bookingYou will receive your booking confirmation right after you book.
  • Please count everyone in your group, including children and infants, as everyone needs their own seat.
  • We pick up and drop off at any accommodation in the Capital Area and at the cruise terminals in Reykjavík and Hafnarfjörður. Staying somewhere else? Send us a message before you book and we will gladly help.
  • Arriving by cruise ship? This is a long day, so please check your ship's all-aboard time before you book. We plan the start time and the route around it, so you are back at the port well before all-aboard time.
  • This is a full day of about 12 hours door to door.
  • Into the GlacierThe Into the Glacier ticket is required for this tour and is added per person when you book. We reserve your time slot and plan the pick-up time around it.
  • The ice tunnel visit starts in Húsafell and takes about 3.5 to 4 hours, including the ride up the glacier. It is cold inside the ice, and crampons are provided.
  • Hvammsvík ticketsEntry tickets are not included in the tour price, and you can add them when you book: Natural, Classic or Comfort. Tickets are priced per person.
  • If you already have tickets, simply skip the add-on and let us know your entry time so we can plan the day around it.
  • Walking and accessibilityThis tour involves easy walks on uneven natural paths that can be wet or icy, so it is not suitable for guests with serious mobility limitations. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • ChildrenChildren of all ages are welcome on the tour and in the ice tunnel. Hvammsvík welcomes guests from 10 years of age, and guests under 18 must be with an adult.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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