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Golden Circle Private Tour with Silfra Snorkeling from Reykjavik

10 hours Reykjavík areaVAREN IcelandFree cancellation on most tours

Iceland's Golden Circle is one of the great road trips of the world: tectonic rifts, erupting geysers, thundering waterfalls and a volcanic crater that looks like it belongs in a painting. This day adds something from a completely different list: snorkeling in Silfra , a crystal-clear fissure between two continents. This is a fully private tour . Your group of up to 8 guests gets a dedicated driver-guide and a vehicle that belongs entirely to you for the day. No fixed pace, no waiting for other passengers, no compromises. If you want to stay longer at Gullfoss because the light is perfect, you stay. If you want to watch Strokkur erupt one more time, you watch. The day is yours. The day starts at Þingvellir , where you zip into a dry suit and float through Silfra . Glacier water filtered through lava for decades gives visibility of up to 100 metres, and certified snorkeling guides lead the way. Afterwards, you walk between the North American and Eurasian plates in the rift valley above. On the way to Haukadalur , we stop to say hello to Icelandic horses . In the geothermal fields, you'll smell the sulfur in the steam and hear Strokkur building tension seconds before it explodes skyward. At Gullfoss , the deep roar of glacial water fills your chest, and at Kerið , red volcanic slopes wrap around a still blue lake. Throughout the day your driver-guide is right there, sharing stories, small legends and practical tips, with deep knowledge of Iceland's history, culture and landscape at every stop. They answer questions, give context and make sure your group gets the most out of every moment, so you don't just see the Golden Circle, you feel why people fall in love with this place . Full details of each stop are in the itinerary. Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in the Capital Area, including the cruise terminals, is included. Silfra snorkeling tickets are not included and can be added when you book. The order of stops may be adjusted on the day due to weather or road conditions. Choose a Private Sedan for 1-3 guests or a Private Van for up to 8 guests. One price per vehicle, not per person.

Golden Circle Private Tour with Silfra Snorkeling from Reykjavik is a 10 hours experience run by VAREN Iceland in Reykjavík area, from 171.000 ISK per person. Iceland's Golden Circle is one of the great road trips of the world: tectonic rifts, erupting geysers, thundering waterfalls and a volcanic crater that looks like it belongs in a painting.

171.000 ISKfrom, per person
Duration
10 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
12 years
Pickup
Included (mandatory)
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Mini Bus / Car
Operator
VAREN Iceland

About this tour

Iceland's Golden Circle is one of the great road trips of the world: tectonic rifts, erupting geysers, thundering waterfalls and a volcanic crater that looks like it belongs in a painting. This day adds something from a completely different list: snorkeling in Silfra , a crystal-clear fissure between two continents.

This is a fully private tour . Your group of up to 8 guests gets a dedicated driver-guide and a vehicle that belongs entirely to you for the day. No fixed pace, no waiting for other passengers, no compromises. If you want to stay longer at Gullfoss because the light is perfect, you stay. If you want to watch Strokkur erupt one more time, you watch. The day is yours.

The day starts at Þingvellir , where you zip into a dry suit and float through Silfra . Glacier water filtered through lava for decades gives visibility of up to 100 metres, and certified snorkeling guides lead the way. Afterwards, you walk between the North American and Eurasian plates in the rift valley above.

On the way to Haukadalur , we stop to say hello to Icelandic horses . In the geothermal fields, you'll smell the sulfur in the steam and hear Strokkur building tension seconds before it explodes skyward. At Gullfoss , the deep roar of glacial water fills your chest, and at Kerið , red volcanic slopes wrap around a still blue lake.

Throughout the day your driver-guide is right there, sharing stories, small legends and practical tips, with deep knowledge of Iceland's history, culture and landscape at every stop. They answer questions, give context and make sure your group gets the most out of every moment, so you don't just see the Golden Circle, you feel why people fall in love with this place .

Full details of each stop are in the itinerary. Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in the Capital Area, including the cruise terminals, is included. Silfra snorkeling tickets are not included and can be added when you book. The order of stops may be adjusted on the day due to weather or road conditions.

Choose a Private Sedan for 1-3 guests or a Private Van for up to 8 guests. One price per vehicle, not per person.

What’s included

  • Private Golden Circle tour with Silfra snorkeling, 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
  • Time for Silfra snorkeling while your driver-guide waits
  • Help with your luggage and gear
  • Bottled water
  • USB charging on board
  • Kerið Crater entrance fee
  • All parking fees and local taxes

What to bring

  • Warm, waterproof clothes and comfortable shoes. For Silfra, a thermal base layer, warm socks and a change of clothes.

Good to know

  • Your booking
  • You 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? We plan the start time and the route around your ship's schedule, so you are back at the port well before all-aboard time.
  • Silfra snorkeling
  • Snorkeling tickets are not included in the tour price, and you can add them when you book. The price is per person and includes a certified snorkeling guide, a dry suit and all equipment.
  • You must be at least 12 years old, 150 to 200 cm tall and weigh 45 to 120 kg.
  • You need to be able to swim and feel comfortable in the water.
  • Everyone fills in a medical statement before snorkeling. Some answers need a doctor's signature, and guests aged 60 and over always need one.
  • Snorkeling is not possible during pregnancy.
  • Glasses cannot be worn under the mask, so please bring contact lenses if you need them.
  • The snorkeling guides speak English. Guests who do not speak English need an English-speaking companion.
  • Walking and accessibility
  • This tour involves easy walks on uneven natural paths, so it is not suitable for guests with serious mobility limitations. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
  • Children
  • This tour is for guests aged 12 and over, the minimum age for Silfra.

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Where it starts

Reykjavík, Iceland

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Frequently
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questions

How long is Golden Circle Private Tour with Silfra Snorkeling from Reykjavik?
The tour runs about 10 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Golden Circle Private Tour with Silfra Snorkeling from Reykjavik operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 171.000 ISK per person — the operator's price in the Tourdesk catalogue, updated weekly.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 12 years old.