Golden Circle Tales, Tomato Farm & Kerid – Small Group from RVK
Description
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Iceland's captivating landscapes with our full-day Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik! Begin at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where Iceland's ancient parliament was established in 930 A.D. Next, Efstidalur dairy farm for organic, homemade ice creams that embody the essence of Iceland. Experience the Geysir geothermal area. Visit the Gullfoss waterfall. Enrich your experience at Friðheimar tomato farm, greenhouse and interacting with Icelandic horses. Visit Kerið volcanic crater, part of Iceland's Western Volcanic Zone, showcasing awe-inspiring forces shaping our planet. The Golden Circle, Iceland's popular route near the capital, offers diverse natural scenery and stories from settlement to present times. Join us for a celebratory experience of Iceland's beauty and cultural heritage.
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Itinerary
One of the most interesting locations in Iceland due to its geological and historical importance. It holds the meeting of the American and Eurasian tectonic plates, but also this place was chosen to celebrate the general assembly, this is where Iceland's parliament was founded in 930 A.D.
Even though this beautiful waterfall is not one of the biggest in the country, it is one of the Icelandic people’s most well-loved waterfalls due to its location and for its historical significance
We will visit Efstidalur dairy farm for some ice cream and also to visit Icelandic cows and other animals.
Geysir geothermal area is quite stunning where you witness the geyser Strokkur erupts every five minutes.
The thundering Gullfoss waterfall tops many lists as a powerful and hypnotizing natural phenomenon
After having lunch (not included) at this tomato farm, we will gain an insight into the processes of greenhouse horticulture, with a short and informative talk on the subject. Also, Friðheimar breeds Icelandic horses, so we will be able to see and pet a couple of them.
It is one of several crater lakes in the area, known as Iceland's Western Volcanic Zone, which includes the Reykjanes peninsula and the Langjökull Glacier, created as the land moved over a localized hotspot, but it is the one that has the most visually recognizable caldera still intact.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
-The pick-up process starts at 8:30 and continues until around 9:00 as we collect passengers from different locations. We kindly request that you be at your chosen pick-up location by 08:30 AM. It's important for us to have your email address on record so that we can send you an email 30 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time. This email will contain a description of our car, including a photo and license plate number. We will also provide the name of the guide in the email. Our driver-guide will always stop, get out of the car, and search for you. They won't leave the pick-up point unless they cannot locate you. -If you are staying in the downtown area and you do not find the name of your hotel in the list, we will need you to use the bus stop designated to your specific accommodation. These bus stops were created by the city of Reykjavik to limit traffic of buses and larger vehicles in the sometimes narrow streets in the older parts of Reykjavik.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in different weather conditions, please dress accordingly
- Infants and children under 4 years old are not permitted on this tour. For safety and operational reasons, they cannot be accommodated, and boarding will be denied if a booking is made with a child under the minimum age.
- Passengers must fit safely and comfortably within their allocated seat or arrange additional seating in advance. Guests must be able to board, disembark and walk independently.
Reviews(1,084)
Wonderful time! We learned a lot on the tour and the stops were great. Our guide, Al, was very knowledgeable to all of our questions. Would do another tour with the same company again
Fun day with Michaela. Enjoyed the tomato farm, the geiser, the Kerid Crater was ok. Well spaced day.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the Best Tours I’ve Ever Been On! Our Golden Circle tour in Iceland was absolutely incredible, and so much of that was because of our amazing tour guide- Gon! He was extremely knowledgeable, informative, funny, and engaging, but in such a calm and easygoing way. He shared so much fascinating information about Iceland—its history, culture, geography, and incredible landscape—without ever making it feel overwhelming or rehearsed. He has a natural way of sharing his knowledge that makes you genuinely want to listen and learn. Everything about the day was seamless. He was incredibly punctual, the pick-up and drop-off locations were perfect, and his driving was excellent. We felt comfortable, safe, and well taken care of throughout the entire tour. His relaxed personality, subtle sense of humor, and incredible knowledge made the entire experience so enjoyable and memorable. He didn’t just drive us around the Golden Circle—he really added so much to the experience and helped us appreciate Iceland on a completely different level. I’ve been on many tours while traveling, and I can genuinely say this was one of the best tours I’ve ever been on. I would recommend him without hesitation. If you’re visiting Iceland and have the opportunity to take a tour with him, absolutely do it! 🇮🇸❤️
This may have been the best tour I have been on. Our guide Einar was a real pro. He was equal parts funny and informative. The tour was well organized and ran smoothly. I was pleasantly surprised by the amazing ice cream and the dinner at the Tomato Farm. Lastly, I greatly enjoyed talking with Einar at the end and getting lots of recommendations for local food and shopping.
Hi Heather, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! Hearing that this may have been the best tour you have ever been on is an incredible compliment. We are delighted you enjoyed the organisation of the day, the ice cream stop, and your meal at the tomato farm. It is especially wonderful to know Einar made such an impression with his mix of knowledge and humour, and that you enjoyed chatting with him and getting some local recommendations for the rest of your stay. Einar will be very pleased to hear your kind words. Thank you for the amazing recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member
This tour was a great experience and better than advertised. Our tour guide Einar was super knowledgeable, and took really good care of us throughout the day. We enjoyed every stop, and even got to pet a dog while having ice cream.
Hi Ben, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear the Golden Circle tour exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed every stop along the way. It is especially great to know Einar’s knowledge and attentive approach made you feel so well looked after throughout the day. And getting to enjoy some ice cream while making a new four legged friend sounds like a pretty perfect bonus! Einar will be very pleased to hear your kind words. Thank you for choosing EastWest, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member
Excellent tour well hosted by Ionut who managed to maintain an interesting, informative and sometimes amusing commentary whilst keeping us safely between the ditches. Good pace and plenty of interesting stops at comfortable intervals. The only minor hitch was because we were given the wrong licence number for our pickup van resulting in a bit of a delay and misunderstanding. Otherwise first class
Hi there, Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear you had such an enjoyable Golden Circle experience and appreciated the pace and variety of stops throughout the day. It is great to know Ionut kept the journey interesting, informative, and entertaining while getting everyone safely between the ditches! We also appreciate you mentioning the incorrect licence number. We are sorry for the confusion this caused during pick up and are glad the rest of the day was a first class experience. Ionut will be very pleased to hear your kind words. Thank you for travelling with us! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member
We had beautiful weather the whole day. Our guide Ionut was so great and entertained us during the bus travel. So glad we opted for the stops at the dairy farm for ice cream and the tomato farm for lunch. Seeing the wonders of Iceland is a must, especially the Geysir, the Gullfoss waterfall and the crater. East west is the best tour company without a doubt, as we were with a different tour company the day before. Highly recommend!
Hi there, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear you had such a wonderful day exploring the Golden Circle, with beautiful weather to make the experience even better. It is great to know you enjoyed the mix of Iceland’s natural wonders and the farm stops, especially the ice cream and lunch at the tomato farm. Ionut will be very pleased to hear that his guiding and entertainment made the journeys between stops just as enjoyable. Being described as the best tour company after experiencing another operator is an incredible compliment. Thank you so much for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member
Wow, what a great day. The pick up was flawless. Michaela, our guide was excellent .Very informative and personable. She explained what we were doing and where we would be with great insight, and knowlege. Her insightful tips helped us beat the rush when things got busy. We even saw an Icelandic horse herd being moved on the highway. Some horses were trotting in the “Tolt” style as earlier described by Michaela. So cool. I highly recommend this tour, guide, and company. 10 stars.
Hi there, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We are delighted to hear you had such a great day exploring the Golden Circle and that everything ran smoothly from the very beginning. It is wonderful to know Michaela’s knowledge, personality, and helpful tips allowed you to make the most of each stop. And seeing a herd of Icelandic horses on the road, especially after learning about the tölt from Michaela, sounds like a very special bonus! Michaela will be very pleased to hear your kind words and your incredible 10 star recommendation. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member
We did the Golden Circle tour and it was amazing. Our driver, Ionut, was the best. He was very knowledgeable on all the sites along with the folklore. Ionut was fantastic.
Hi Danny, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience exploring the Golden Circle and that Ionut made the day so memorable. It is great to know you enjoyed his knowledge of the sights as well as the Icelandic folklore he shared along the way. Ionut will be very pleased to hear your fantastic feedback! We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member
I was concerned about 9 hour tour, but I went for it and we were so glad. Time flew by. The sites were great. Pacing was great so not too long in one place or on the road. Never felt rushed, nor were we sitting around bored. The best part was our tour guide Gon. He was so knowledgeable, kind, and friendly. Just excellent guy. Really can’t say enough about it. This was in a Mercedes Sprinter so 17 on our tour (19 max) and it was very comfortable. Again, ask for Gon. He is the best!!
Dear Claire, Thank you for joining our Golden Circle Tour. We’re delighted your concerns about the length of the day quickly disappeared and that you enjoyed the comfortable pace and variety of stops. It’s especially wonderful to hear how highly you thought of Gon and his knowledgeable, kind and friendly approach. We hope to welcome you back for another tour. Kindest Regards, Marta EastWest Customer Service
