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Amazing
Lori was a perfect tour guide and driver- so apologetic when he accidentally hit a bump on our way. He offered to take our pics, and we had enough pit stops for bathroom breaks and picked our food.. Highly recommended company.
Silver Circle: Lava Cave, Waterfalls & Iceland Horses-Small Group
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $229 / person
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 220 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 19
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Explore the Western part of Iceland. Enjoy a unique visit to the Sturlureykir horse farm. Visit Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, Deildartunguhver – the most powerful hot spring in Europe and woodland oasis of Husafell. The highlight of this tour is a visit inside the stunning Viðgelmir Lava Cave. All admissions included in the price
Tour Options
Itinerary
First up is a visit to a very scenic waterfall called Glanni in the tranquillity of the Bifrost area.
Take in the sights at Deildartunguhver, the highest-flow hot spring in Europe, providing 180 liters pr second of 100@C hot water! Thread the path carefully while watching and hearing the powerful energy of the hot spring at work.
Enjoy an unforgettable visit to the Sturlureykir Icelandic horse farm. You can get as close as you want to these beautiful friendly animals and then enjoy some home made "hot spring bread" called rugbraud in Icelandic with a nice cup of coffee or ice cool water.
Next you will stop at Reykholt historic site. There you can learn a little bit about history of Iceland and see Snorralaug – small hot spring used by local people since 12th century. This place was first mentioned in medieval writings of Snorri Sturluson -the famous Icelandic poet and politician who used to bath there.
You will see the great Hraunfossar, a series of waterfalls spread at a distance of around 900 m. The waters flow out of the Hallmundarhraun, a lava field that was formed around 1000 years ago during a massive eruption of volcano lying under a Langjökull glacier. Hraunfossar are very often called “Lava Waterfalls”. Rivulets streaming from the lava field create one of the most breath-taking views in Iceland.
Just few meters away from Hraunfossar you will find another interesting waterfall – Barnafoss. Its name, “the waterfall of the children,” comes from an accident tale which is said to have taken place here in a previous century. There was a natural stone bridge over the waterfall, and two children from a nearby farm fell to their deaths crossing the river on the bridge. Afterwards, the grief-stricken mother had the bridge destroyed.
The highlight of the tour is a visit to a colorful Vidgelmir Lava Cave. Just shy of 1600 meters the cave features amazing colors and lava formations that lurk in the depths of the earth. During this 1,5 hour long expedition you will have a chance to see one of the largest lava caves in Iceland with its stunning lava stalactites and stalagmites. The area surrounding the entrance to the cave will allow you to realize how powerful eruptions of volcano can be.
Highlights
Professional guide
Admission fee to Viðgelmir Lava Cave
Admission to visit the Sturlureykir horse farm
Free Wi-Fi on bus
Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Reykjavik capital area
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Admission fee to Viðgelmir Lava Cave
Admission to visit the Sturlureykir horse farm
Free Wi-Fi on bus
Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Reykjavik capital area
Not included
Meals are not included, but there will be a stop for lunch and a coffee break in the afternoon.
Pickup Locations & Times
Please note that Nicetravel offers free pickup and drop off from hotels within Reykjavik. As buses are not allowed to drive in certain areas of Reykjavik centre, your pick up may be from the nearest bus stop. After receiving your pickup information, we will notify you of your exact pick up location. If you do not require hotel pickup, you can meet the tour at Nicetravel office in Fiskislóð 45M, 101 Reykjavik. Please notify Nicetravel directly if you intend to use this option and be there before 08:20. Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00, so please be ready from 8:30 at your pickup location and look out for a bus with red NICE Travel logos.
Traveller Ratings
4.9
220 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Silver Circle: Lava Cave, Waterfalls & Iceland Horses-Small Group lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $229 per person for this Reykjavik experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please note that Nicetravel offers free pickup and drop off from hotels within Reykjavik. As buses are not allowed to drive in certain areas of Reykjavik centre, your pick up may be from the nearest bus stop. After receiving your pickup information, we will notify you of your exact pick up location. If you do not require hotel pickup, you can meet the tour at Nicetravel office in Fiskislóð 45M, 101 Reykjavik. Please notify Nicetravel directly if you intend to use this option and be there before 08:20. Pickup takes place between 08:30 - 09:00, so please be ready from 8:30 at your pickup location and look out for a bus with red NICE Travel logos. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyI21vNp5BqVb0he4gPeK1Uk=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyHSAb/+KEWla6sQQEKgmdpU=.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 19 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 220 verified reviews; it is run by Nicetravel ehf. Most-mentioned highlights: Professional guide; Admission fee to Viðgelmir Lava Cave; Admission to visit the Sturlureykir horse farm.
Reviews(220)
9
Amazing tour
We had a wonderful experience today! Laury our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, friendly, and made the entire tour enjoyable from start to finish. He shared so much interesting information along the way and made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. The horse farm was such a fun and memorable part of the day, and overall the entire experience was very well organized and enjoyable. We’re so glad we booked this tour and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Iceland. Thank you, Laury, for making our day so special!
E
Truly special!
The guide was thorough, entertaining and made sure we all had a great time! The horse farm was a real treat and the cave tour was beyond existing!
C
Great experience!
This tour is exceptional. Its in a nice size smaller bus with a great guide, Hendrick. The geothermal springs, horses, waterfalls - its all magical. But the lava cave is the star of the show! Its totally doable even for slow walkers. I'm just 8 weeks post hip replacement surgery and it was doable. Highly recommend
K
Would definitely recommend
We had an amazing day on this tour! The stops were amazing and well planned. We saw beautiful geological features and learned more Icelandic culture. JK was a fantastic guide- knowledgeable and enjoyable. The minibus was very comfortable with wifi. Would definitely recommend!
T
Silver Circle and lava cave
Every stop on this tour was wonderful and made the experience so memorable! Our guide, Bart, made it even better with fascinating facts, Icelandic history, stories, and great culinary recommendations. Everything was well organized, informative, and fantastic from start to finish.
S
Silver Circle Small Group Tour
Thoroughly enjoyed the country side and a stop to see the Icelandic horses. Even a taste of hearty rye bread backed in the hot earth on the farm. Plenty of spectacular scenery on this tour as well.
T
Good experience fun trip
We had a good day ,our tour guide Bartosz is very helpful and nice
Operator response
Thank you! We’re glad you loved the guide!
6
Great Tour!
Addi was such a great and knowledge tour guide! Super funny, too. My sister was sad when I said our other tours are likely with a different tour guide. The canyon baths were also amazing and all the waterfalls gorgeous. Highly recommend!
Operator response
Great! Your happiness is our biggest reward! Thank you
D
Great, but let's keep it a secret...
The Silver Circle is a fantastic region that is worth spending time in. Far from crowded tourist spots, it highlights breathtaking landscapes and other secret places. A real pleasure, in the company of our guide "Bear". But let's keep it a secret, so that these beautiful places always remain just as quiet...
Operator response
Thank you! We’re glad you loved the guide!
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