Reykjavík: Golden Circle & Monster Truck Glacier Tour
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Overview
APRIL - OCTOBER ☀️ Golden Circle tour with glacier adventure in one day! Visit top sights and ride the Sleipnir Monster Truck on Langjökull Glacier.
What's included?
Pick-up/drop off in central of Reykjavík
Professional, English-speaking guide
Golden Circle Tour in superjeep
Transfer from Gullfoss to Sleipnir base
3-4h Glacier in a monster truck
Onboard restroom in Sleipnir truck
Crampons/spikes are provided
Hot Cocoa, Jökla Liqueur & “Kleinur”
Food and drinks are excluded
What to expect?
Explore the Golden Circle's iconic sights of Þingvellir National Park, Geysir spouting hot spring, and Gullfoss waterfall. Experience two tours in one day and continue then on an exhilarating journey to Langjökull, Iceland's majestic glacier with the Sleipnir Monster truck.
Enjoy the guided Golden Circle tour in a small group, listen to interesting facts and stories, and be impressed by Iceland´s nature. Þingvellir National Park offers a grand view over the lake and the former parliament site. Spouting hot spring Strokkur gushes every 5 to 8 minutes a water fountain into the air. If you missed it, well, just wait a few minutes! The thundering Gullfoss waterfall leaves everyone in awe, and with a hike to the edge of the waterfall, you can feel the spray of the waterfall on your face!
Discover the wonders of glaciers with the Red Monster Glacier truck Sleipnir. The enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides will lead you into the Highalnds along Kjölur highland road and onto Langjökull Glacier's awe-inspiring landscape. Listen to interesting facts about glaciers and hear authentic stories of the surrounding area.
We’ll stop at a scenic glacier spot for refreshments surrounded by stunning views. For thrill-seekers, seize the opportunity to sled down slopes or play golf atop the glacier*.
This unique combo tour allows you to experience Iceland’s breathtaking natural beauty and exciting adventure in a single day.
🧥 Pro Tip: We recommend bringing rainproof gear and waterproof boots or shoes — not just for our tour, but for any adventure during your Icelandic holiday. Embrace the elements like a local!
Choose pick up point in Reykjavik
You will start your Icelandic adventure from the convenient pick-up locations around the city. Pick up starts at 08:30 and can take up to 30 min.
Thingvellir National Park
Start with a scenic drive to Þingvellir National Park. Here was the parliament of Iceland held when it was established in the year 930 and the yearly meetings continued until 1798, when it was moved to Reykjavik. The huge rift valley was created by the drift of the mid-Atlantic ridge. Due to this geological importance and historical significance, Þingvellir was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2004.
Geysir
Continue to Geysir geothermal area with its colorful deposits of yellow sulfur, the red oxidized iron rocks, and light grey deposits of Silica. Witness Strokkur erupting every 4-8 minutes, shooting water up to 25 meters into the air, while the original Geysir remains dormant. This dramatic display of nature's power is a sight you won't forget.
Sleipnir Tours Iceland - Meeting Point
Now it is time for the Sleipnir Monster Truck Glacier Adventure! Your Golden Circle Guide will bring you right to us!
Langjökull Glacier Adventure
To the Glacier: We set our course to Langjökull, known as the 'Long Glacier'. With every turn, a fresh, mesmerizing sight emerges. While this majestic location was inaccessible in the past, our Gigantic Red Monster Glacier Truck now provides a smooth and safe journey.
Stories Along the Way: Listen to our knowledgeable guides and their interesting facts about glaciers, local stories, and folklore.
Fun on the Glacier: Enjoy the view of the Langjökull Glacier and soak up the atmosphere. Show off to your friends and play Glacier Golf and/or sled (depending on snow conditions) down the snowy hill for some fun! Taste the freshest water straight from the glacier and enjoy some hot cocoa and tea at our pop-up glacier café. Be sure to try the Jökla liqueur and the classic Icelandic pastry “Kleina”.
Photographer's Paradise: Everywhere you look is a perfect photo moment, so you'll have great memories to take home after the trip.
Gullfoss Meeting Point: We head back to Gullfoss waterfall to meet your bus that will bring you back to Reykjavik.
Gullfoss waterfall
Marvel at Gullfoss, the 'Golden Falls', that cascades into a deep gorge. Hear the roaring sound of the waterfall and feel the mist on your face. Sometimes you can see rainbows in the water spray.
Back to Reykjavik
After an unforgettable day of adventure, we’ll relax aboard our comfortable minibus for a scenic journey back to Reykjavík—what a day to remember!
Please note
*Activities are subject to weather and conditions on the glacier. We reserve the right to cancel or modify activities due to glacier conditions.
Booster seats are available, please book.
Minimum age 4 years.
Pick up is INCLUDED in the price
Pick up starts at 08:30. Look for the Arctic Adventure marked Minibus/Superjeep.
The Golden Circle Tour part is operated by our partners Arctic Adventures by Driverguide, narrated during the drive and giving time for guests to explore the sights Thingvellir, Geysir & Gullfoss on their own
The operation of this tour depends on the conditions of the glacier. Due to sudden and unexpected weather changes, the monster truck experience might be canceled after the tour departs from Reykjavík
Bring with you some snacks/packed lunch and water. While we stop along the way at Geysir to buy food before boarding the Monster Truck, but there might be limited time for that.
Tasting water from the glacier might not be available depending on conditions on the glacier.
Check availability
Good to know
Pick-up: please note your pick-up point when booking, or inform us at help@booknordics.com
What to bring
Please wear waterproof hiking or walking shoes and dress in base and mid-layer clothing with a warm, waterproof jacket. Bring a warm hat and gloves, sunglasses, a camera, and a water bottle along with light snacks or a packed lunch to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Requirements
● Base and Mid-layer Clothing
● Waterproof and Warm Jacket
● Warm Hat and Gloves
● Sunglasses
● Camera
Travel notice
· Booster seats are available.
· Minimum age 4 years.
· Pick up is INCLUDED in the price
· Pick up starts at 08:30. Look for the snowmobile marked Minibus. Need assistance during pick up? Call: +354 xxxx
· The Golden Circle Tour part is operated by our partners Snowmobile.is
· The operation of this tour depends on the conditions of the glacier. Due to sudden and unexpected weather changes, the monster truck experience might be canceled after the tour departs from Reykjavík