Project Description

Geysers, Waterfalls & Rift Valley 

Prepare for an exclusive journey designed just for your group! Explore Iceland’s most famous natural wonders in comfort and style on this classic private Golden Circle tour with Moonwalker. Journey through history, geology, and breathtaking landscapes, expertly guided by our team of local experts in a sophisticated Land Rover Discovery.

Your Private Comfort Vehicle: The Land Rover Discovery

On this classic Golden Circle tour, your exclusive transport is a comfortable Moonwalker Land Rover Discovery. Known for its perfect balance of smooth on-road travel, spaciousness, and reliable capability, the Discovery is the ideal vehicle for exploring the iconic Golden Circle route, ensuring your private journey is as comfortable as it is visually stunning.

Discover Iceland’s Iconic Golden Circle with Expert Guides

Your private adventure begins with comfortable transportation from Reykjavik to Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site steeped in history and geological wonder. Your dedicated guide will lead you through the dramatic Almannagjá rift valley, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly pulling apart – a truly unique geological experience. Explore the site of the ancient Viking parliament, immersing yourself in both history and stunning natural beauty.

Next, you’ll journey to the geothermal area of Haukadalur, home to the famous Geysir hot spring area. Prepare to be amazed by the power of nature as Strokkur, Geysir’s active counterpart, erupts faithfully every few minutes, sending a jet of boiling water high into the air – a truly mesmerizing display of the Earth’s raw energy.

Your exploration of the Golden Circle culminates at the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall, widely considered the “Queen of Icelandic Waterfalls.” Marvel at the sheer volume of water thundering down a wide, two-tiered drop into a rugged canyon, creating a spectacular, often misty, display of nature’s raw beauty.

After experiencing these three incredible natural highlights, you’ll begin your scenic drive back towards Reykjavik in the comfort of your private Discovery.

Experience the Golden Circle with Moonwalker: Private Comfort & Seamless Discovery

Choosing Moonwalker for your private Golden Circle day tour means experiencing these iconic sites with the undivided attention of a certified Moonwalker expert guide in a comfortable Land Rover Discovery. Our team is passionate about sharing Iceland’s natural wonders with a personal touch, ensuring your journey is seamless, insightful, and tailored to your group’s interests and pace. We are a highly-rated family business, consistently earning the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice award every year since 2016, known for our superior service and commitment to safety (guides with Search and Rescue (SAR) backgrounds and WFR certification).

We provide the Land Rover Discovery for your private journey, allowing you ample time to explore, photograph, and simply soak in the incredible beauty away from larger crowds.

Optional Add-on: Relax at Hvammsvík Hot Springs

For those wishing to add a unique and scenic relaxation experience to their adventure, you have the option to include a visit to Hvammsvík Hot Springs. Located in the beautiful Hvalfjörður area on the way back towards Reykjavik, Hvammsvík offers geothermal pools nestled right on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. Soak in pools of varying temperatures, enjoy coastal views, and rejuvenate after a day of sightseeing.

(Please note: Adding the Hvammsvík Hot Springs visit will extend the tour duration and incur an additional cost for the entrance fee. It must be booked as an optional extra when booking the tour.)

Tour Highlights:

  • Private Day Tour (Exclusive to your group).
  • Travel in a comfortable Moonwalker Land Rover Discovery.
  • Guided by certified Moonwalker expert guides (with SAR & WFR).
  • Explore Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Witness the erupting hot spring Strokkur in the Geysir Geothermal Area.
  • Be captivated by the power and beauty of Gullfoss waterfall.
  • Enjoy a classic Golden Circle tour experience.
  • Experience Iceland with a highly-rated, family-owned operator.

Bookable Extra Activities (Optional Add-on):

  • Hvammsvík Hot Springs: Add a relaxing and scenic soak in geothermal pools by the ocean in Hvalfjörður. (Requires additional time and cost).

Essential Information:

  • Duration (Base Tour): Approximately 8 hours (+/- 1 hour).
  • Type: Private Tour (Exclusively for your booked group).
  • Pick-up: From your accommodation in the Capital Area starting at approximately 8:30 AM.
  • Minimum Age: Generally suitable for all ages.
  • Fitness Level: Easy. Involves leisurely walks on mostly well-maintained paths around attractions. Ability to step in/out of a vehicle.
  • Vehicle: Travel in a comfortable Moonwalker Land Rover Discovery for your private journey.
  • Seasonality: This tour operates year-round, though conditions can vary. Optional Hvammsvík visit seasonality should be checked.
  • Inclusions:
  • Expert Guide: Private guidance by a certified Moonwalker expert guide (Certified Tourist Guide, many with SAR, WFR backgrounds).
    • Transportation: All ground transportation in a comfortable Moonwalker Land Rover Discovery.
    • Visit to Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area, and Gullfoss Waterfall.
  • What’s NOT Included: Lunch (your guide will make a stop where you can purchase food). Snacks, drinks. Optional add-on activities (Hvammsvík Hot Springs entrance fee).
  • What to Bring (Base Tour): Warm clothing layers (Essential!), Waterproof & windproof jacket, Comfortable walking shoes (Recommended), Warm hat and gloves, Snacks, Camera, Reusable water bottle, Sunglasses and sunscreen, Your sense of adventure!
  • What to Bring (IF adding Hvammsvík Hot Springs): Swimsuit & towel (REQUIRED for the hot springs).

Ready to explore Iceland’s most famous natural wonders on a private, expertly guided comfort tour in a Land Rover Discovery? Book your Moonwalker tour today!

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BEYOND amazing!

Hands down recommend Bessi for private tours! If i had known he was this good, i’d have booked all my tours for my family with him. He is extremely knowledgeable about Iceland – there was simply no question he wasn’t able to answer! He made the tour extremely fun, enjoyable AND relaxing despite the mad weather conditions we had during our tour day! and if you want to experience true Iceland, book a tour with him because i am certain he will give his 1000% that you have a grand experience during your tour 🙂 you simply will NOT regret it!

aniiisasuhaila, Reviewed January 1, 2020

Golden Circle & Langjökull Glacier Tour

We took the Golden Circle & Langjökull Glacier tour with Moonwalker and it was the highlight of our trip to Iceland. We are so glad we look this small group tour that allowed us to go at our own pace and get to know & learn from Bessi; he is an amazing guide & shared great insights into Iceland with his wealth of knowledge & humor. We were joined by Cami (Bessi’s dog) making an incredible trip even better. Standing on the Langjökull Glacier is amazing, but watching Cami chase glacier snow balls made this breathtaking experience even more memorable. I would definitely book this tour again (or others with Moonwalker) without hesitation. Thank your Bessi (& Cami) for this fantastic tour.

Amazing day seeing amazing sights of Iceland

Bessi was the perfect guide and the Golden Circle has so many beautiful sights. This tour was great to be able to avoid the large crowds on typical bus tours. We were able to see the sights of the Golden Circle and to do it with just the two of us and our guide Bessi. Bessi was very knowledgeable and fun. He really made the trip even better. The drive to the top of the glacier was an extra added bonus. Just us alone on top of a glacier surrounded by untouched scenery. If you are on the fence about a private versus group tour, I absolutely recommend private and I would highly recommend seeing the Golden Circle with Bessi!

BryanB_123456789, Reviewed December 1, 2019

Bessí, you are a Legend

Anyone considering to book this company, stop reading and DO IT!
Bessí our guide and monster truck owner, is who you want to go with on this tour or any tour. He has all the information you need to discover the sights, history and culture of Iceland. Our tour was relaxed, no rushing from place to place, plenty of time to take a million photos, have a snowball fight, eat lunch and an extra surprise stop. We had a fantastic time. Value for money, Bessí is priceless. He is a true Viking, love you mate!

A trip highlight

Bessi is an incredible guide. I got confused with the start time but he waited patiently for us to join him. He is extremely gracious. The tour itself was fabulous!! We loved visiting the Geyser, plate boundary and waterfall but by far the highlight was driving up onto the glacier in Bessi’s incredible and purpose built vehicle. We would not hesitate to join Bessi again. We were visiting on a cruise ship and had limited time so this tour was a fantastic way to visit the highlights. Highly recommended and beyond our expectations.