Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, holds deep historical and geological importance. Visitors can walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates at the striking Álmannagjá gorge, which widens annually. It’s also the location of Iceland’s first parliament, adding cultural depth to its natural wonders.

At Geysir Geothermal Area, stroll past bubbling springs to Strokkur, a geyser erupting every 5–10 minutes, shooting water up to 20 meters high—sometimes even 40. Nearby lies the dormant Great Geysir, namesake of all geysers, once said to have erupted to an astonishing height of 100 meters. We will also most likely make our lunch stop here at the visitor center. The center offers several dining options.

Next, we visit Gullfoss, meaning “Golden Waterfall.” It’s part of the glacial river Hvítá, fed by the massive Langjökull glacier, visible on clear days. In spring, Gullfoss is especially powerful—up to 2,000 cubic meters of water thunder over the falls every second, about 20 times the winter flow.

Opening in August 2025, Laugarás Lagoon inspired us so much with its vision that we built this tour around it! Set beside a pristine river, the lagoon will offer warm waters, cold plunge, two saunas, and a swim-up bar. Relax and reflect on your Golden Circle journey in this beautiful setting. The tour with Lerki entrance ticket, includes a towel and a complimentary drink from the in-lagoon bar.