The Golden Circle is a term often used for tours visiting three of Iceland's most popular tourist attractions. It is mainly based on three natural wonders not far from Reykjavík, Iceland's capital. This is a Golden Circle private winter tour that Hit Iceland operates in winter for your safety and comfort when driving conditions are often difficult and the roads slippery. We have added one interesting stop to the classic Golden Circle tour to enhance your experience and relaxation. The tour starts and ends in Reykjavík.
Advantages of a Golden Circle Private Tour in winter
There are many advantages to taking a private tour with Hit Iceland in winter. You travel comfortably with a knowledgeable guide in a vehicle that is suitable for Iceland's weather conditions. Everyone in the group can enjoy the tour and the scenery, as no one needs to concentrate on driving. Our local driver-guide accompanies you at every stop and shares broad insight into each specific place.
Þingvellir National Park
The first stop is at Þingvellir National Park, an important place in Iceland both historically and geologically. There, we visit Almannagjá Gorge, which aligns with the rift zone and is defined by two tectonic plates. In the gorge Almannagjá, you are situated between the European and American tectonic plates, specifically where they drift apart. We also visit Öxarárfoss waterfall and the river Öxará. Within the national park, we walk by places with profound historical importance in Iceland, as it was the meeting place for Alþingi, the oldest parliament in history.
Brúarfoss waterfall
The waterfall Brúarfoss in the river Brúará is one of Iceland's most beautiful small-scale waterfalls. We added this waterfall to our Golden Circle private winter tour as it is as stunning in winter as in summer. Although it is more like rapids, historically, it has always been defined as a waterfall in Iceland. Brúarfoss is renowned for its blue color and clear water in the river. It is one of the most photogenic waterfalls and rivers in Iceland.
Gullfoss waterfall is an inseparable part of the Golden Circle winter tour
Gullfoss waterfall is the most impressive waterfall in Iceland. It is also the best-known natural wonder and the most popular tourist attraction. It is a waterfall often mentioned on lists of the world's top ten most fascinating waterfalls. It is a stunning sight and a special experience to view in all seasons.
Geysir Geothermal Area and Strokkur Hot Spring
Geysir is the hot spring area where the geyser Strokkur erupts every ten to fifteen minutes. The Geysir hot spring is part of the geothermal field in Haukadalur Valley in South Iceland. It has been active for 10,000 years, although the earliest accounts of hot springs in Haukadalur only date back to 1294. Haukadalur is also an important historical place in Iceland, home to a vital learning center where the sagas of Iceland were written.
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