
1 / 10The Golden Circle & Sky Lagoon
About this activity
Combine Iceland's most iconic natural landmarks with a soak in a dramatic oceanside geothermal spa. This 9.5-hour tour strings together the Golden Circle's three essential stops—Geysir, Gullfoss waterfall, and Þingvellir National Park—before finishing with relaxation at the Sky Lagoon, where you'll float in naturally heated seawater surrounded by lava formations and Atlantic views.
On this day tour, filled with exploration and relaxation, we start with the famous Golden Circle before heading to Iceland's latest geothermal spa, The Sky Lagoon.
Visiting the sights of the Golden Circle has for long been an essential part of coming to Iceland. We start with the erupting geysers of the Geysir geothermal area before heading to the queen of Icelandic waterfalls, Gullfoss (the Golden Waterfall) and then head out to Kerið crater. The final destination is the beautiful UNESCO world heritage site, Þingvellir National Park.
After the day's adventures, we head for a relaxing soak in the Sky Lagoon.
This new oceanside geothermal spa feels like a different world, surrounded by lava formations with a view over the Atlantic Ocean.
Departure to the Sky Lagoon follows the end of the Golden Circle tour from BSÍ Bus Terminal
Tour Schedule:
07:30/09:30 Hotel/bus stop pick up (optional)
08:00/10:00 The Golden Circle tour departure from BSÍ Bus Terminal
14:00-14:30/16:00-16:30 Arrival back to Reykjavik BSÍ Bus Terminal
14:30-15:00/16:30-17:00 Enjoy some free time, have a refreshment and get ready for the Sky Lagoon
15:00/17:00 Sky Lagoon transfer departure from BSÍ Bus Terminal
Return transfers from Sky Lagoon are at 17:30,18:30, 19:30, 20:30
Highlights
- ✓Watch Strokkur geyser erupt at the Geysir geothermal area
- ✓Stand before Gullfoss, Iceland's most powerful waterfall
- ✓Explore Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site straddling two tectonic plates
- ✓Soak in the Sky Lagoon's milky-blue geothermal waters with ocean and lava views
- ✓Flexible return times from the spa (5:30 PM to 9:30 PM) let you choose your own pace
Insider tips
- ★Wear swimwear under your clothes and bring a towel to Sky Lagoon; while facilities are modern, changing rooms can get busy during peak returns
- ★The free time between Golden Circle return (2–4 PM) and Sky Lagoon departure (3–5 PM) is tight—use BSÍ terminal facilities or skip the break if you want more spa time
- ★Early morning departures (7:30 AM from hotels, 8:00 AM from BSÍ) mean better light at waterfalls and fewer crowds at Geysir
Good to know
- •Hotel pickup is optional; confirm your location at booking if you want to be collected
- •Departures run on two staggered schedules (7:30/8:00 AM and 9:30/10:00 AM start times)
- •Sky Lagoon return transfers operate at 5:30 PM, 6:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, and 9:30 PM (seasonal closures 1 Feb–30 Apr may affect evening slots)
- •Bring waterproof jacket and sturdy shoes for the Golden Circle; weather changes rapidly
- •Tour includes transport and spa entry; meals not included
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Visit May–September for the most stable weather and longest daylight at the Golden Circle sites. Winter (Oct–Apr) offers darker skies for potential Northern Lights but harsher conditions; note that some evening Sky Lagoon return times are suspended Feb–Apr.











