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Golden Circle Day Trip with Fridheimar Greenhouse visit from Reykjavik

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Reykjavik, Iceland
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 8 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Hit several of the most important landmarks in Iceland on a Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik. Admire Gullfoss waterfall; the Geysir geothermal area, and Thingvellir (Þingvellir) National Park's mossy expanses and deep fissures. Visit the Friðheimar greenhouse, where geothermal energy is harnessed to grow hothouse vegetables in the middle of the Icelandic winter.
  • Check off plenty of South Iceland's highlights in just one tour
  • Leave the navigating to someone else with round-trip transport
  • Learn about Icelandic history and culture from your guide
  • Hotel pickup and round-trip transportation included for convenience

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional guide
  • Bus fare
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Admission to Friðheimar greenhouse
  • Carbon Neutral tour in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies
  • Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please be ready at your designated pickup point 30 minutes before your departure time. Our pickup vehicles are well marked with Reykjavik Excursions logo.

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Meeting point

  • BSÍ Bus Terminal Reykjavík
    Vatnsmýrarvegur 10, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

    Meeting point is at BSI Bus Terminal. Please be ready at the BSI Bus Terminal at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.9:00 am

Itinerary

Meet your guide and group in central Reykjavik, board the climate-controlled coach, and embark on the Golden Circle tour of Iceland's most remarkable natural landmarks. Along the way, learn about the history, ecology, and geology of the area from your local guide. 

Stop at the Geysir geothermal area, home to the Strokkur geyser, which erupts with a 98-foot (30-meter) column of boiling water every few minutes. Continue to Gullfoss, one of Iceland's most impressive waterfalls, where the Hvítá River cascades into a 105-foot (32-meter) crevasse. 

In Thingvellir National Park (Þingvellir), see the fields of verdant moss and the gash in the earth where the Eurasian and American tectonic plates are pulling apart. 

Visit the Friðheimar greenhouse, where organic produce is grown using the power of the earth's geothermal heat. Learn about the growing process and taste some of the fruits of the farmers' labor.

Reykjavik Excursions (Pass By)

1

Fridheimar

40 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Strokkur

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Gullfoss Falls

50 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Thingvellir National Park

55 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Remember to dress warmly
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Peter_F
A great tour. The guide, Per, was excellent, providing lots of information on the sites, the history of Iceland and the culture. Would recommend this tour which was one of the more affordable on offer.

Reviews

4.8
based on 1,277 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A day trip worth doing

Jason_K, Feb 2026
Great way to spend a day out in Iceland. Bus was on time tour guide was excellent very informative. Loads of time to explore each stop.

Great tour, but I would pick small group next time

Susan_D, Dec 2025
This was a huge bus, and I wished that I had booked with a smaller group. Despite that, it was a great tour. Guide Maryanne was great, very informative and made sure we kept to schedule. Though the weather wasn't great, everything was beautiful and worth seeing. The tomato soup at the greenhouse was excellent!

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience! While we understand that a smaller group can sometimes feel more personal, we’re glad to hear you still had a great tour overall. It’s wonderful to know that Maryanne’s informative guidance and time management helped make the day enjoyable, and that even with challenging weather, the sights were still worth it. We’re also happy you enjoyed the tomato soup at the greenhouse—it’s a guest favorite! Best regards, Sesili

Golden Circle and Friedheimar Tomato Farm

Jane_B, Aug 2025
I wish we had a little more time at the tomato farm and we could have done with less time at both the waterfall and Thingvellir as neither location was a long walk. There’s an option to walk farther at Thingvellir but it was the last stop and we were a bit tired at that point.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Jane, Thank you for your feedback, and we’re sorry that the timing at the stops didn’t quite match your expectations. We appreciate your thoughts about spending more time at the tomato farm and less at the waterfall and Thingvellir. Your input is very helpful and will guide us in making the experience even better for future guests. Best regards Rute

Great views, The tomato...

nick_r, Aug 2025
Great views, The tomato farm Bloody Mary was one of the tastiest I ever had, and the soup was awesome. The geyser and the waterfalls were breathtaking. Our tour guide and bus driver were exceptional

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Nick, Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience on the Golden Circle tour. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the stunning views and the delicious tomato Bloody Mary and soup at Fridheimar. It's great to know that our guide and driver made the trip even more exceptional for you. We hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in Iceland soon. Warm regards, Inga

straightforward golden...

Franz, Dec 2024
straightforward golden circle tour. big group and slightly rushed but all still okay. tomato thing was kind of random.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Dear Traveler, Thank you for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience with our service and that the tour exceeded your expectations! Thanks again for your kind words and for being a valued customer. We can't wait to serve you again! Best regards, Inga

Great trip and the greenhouse experience was also fab!

Kath_T, Nov 2024
Awesome sights, great guide and the extra visit to the greenhouse was fab! We had tomato soup, tomato mocha, tomato ice cream and mulled tomato wine! All delish ❤️

Response from Host, Nov 2024

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are delighted that our services met your expectations and that you had a fantastic time. Your feedback is invaluable as it encourages us to maintain high standards and continue delivering the best service possible. We can't wait to have you back and provide you with another exceptional experience that you can cherish. Kind regards, Sesili

Beautiful sights and fabulous Greenhouse experience

Linda_F, Oct 2024
We saw many beautiful sites in Iceland on this tour. The Greenhouse was just amazing! If you go, get a cup of tomato soup! It's the best.

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Dear Traveler, Thank you for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an outstanding experience with our service and that the tour exceeded your expectations. Thanks again for your kind words and for being a valued customer. We can't wait to serve you again! Best regards, Inga

MUST DO!

Lisa_S, Mar 2024
This tour was AMAZING! the tomato farm was really cool, we got tomato Ice Cream, totally worth the try. The tour guide was very funny and enjoyable.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Dear Lisa, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear that you found our Golden Circle Day Trip with Fridheimar Greenhouse visit to be AMAZING! It's fantastic that you enjoyed the tomato farm experience, especially trying the tomato ice cream - it's definitely a unique treat worth trying. We're delighted that our tour guide added to the enjoyment of your day with their humor and charisma. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for more memorable adventures in the future! Best regards, Inga

Fabulous, well organised.

Sarah_B, Feb 2024
Amazing and we has a snowy day which made it all the more atmospheric. Each area was just awe enspiring, best tomato soup ever at Fridheimer and took some notes too for my own tomato growing 🤩

Response from Host, Feb 2024

We're thrilled that you enjoyed your Golden Circle tour and your visit to the Fridheimer tomato farm! Your recommendations mean a lot to us, and we greatly appreciate your positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future for more unforgettable experiences in Iceland. Thank you for choosing us for your adventure!

Take this trip!

Michelle_F, Dec 2023
Loved this tour! We got to see so much, but I especially enjoyed the tomato greenhouses with the ponies outside. The stops were the perfect length and our guide was a true delight!

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Dear customer, I'm delighted to hear that you had a beautiful tour, and the three locations were super cool! It's always wonderful when a guide can enhance the experience with interesting stories. Thank you for sharing your positive recommendation. If there are any specific highlights or details from the tour you'd like to share, feel free to do so. Wishing you many more amazing travel experiences in the future! Best regards Mariah

Fun, educational, beautiful

Haley_B, Sep 2023
Oulaf was an amazing tour guide! Her exceptional knowledge and care and consideration made for an impactful and educational experience. Despite the rain, we had a great day and saw and learned so much. The greenhouse stop was a fun and interesting addition to the other golden circle stops. The geographical phenomenon stops were incredible!

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Dear Haley, Thank you for your nice words on our tour, guide Ólöf, and customer service! We are really happy that you had a good time on the Golden Circle and Friðheimar tour! We'll also make sure to pass the word on to our guide! We hope to see you again in Iceland for more exciting adventures! Kind regards, Svava

Golden Circle

Mike_O, Sep 2023
Knowledge of tour guide. Came away with lots of info regarding Iceland. Would recommend this group for tours.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Reykjavik excursions. We're delighted by your kind words of our guide. We look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future. Warm regards, Anete

Amazing

Armelyn_D, Sep 2023
Our tour guide was exceptional! Her knowledge of the land was extensive. Our family enjoyed the tour tremendously.

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Reykjavik excursions. We're delighted by the kind words of our guide. We look forward to welcoming you back for more adventures in the future. Warm regards, Iryna

It depends on your frame of reference...

Nancy_W, Jun 2023
This excursion is a "must" for those visiting Iceland. However....if you have been to Niagara, Yellowstone or Hawaii, you will not see anything close to their grandeur.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're glad you enjoyed the journey and our services! Hopefully see you soon again! I hope you have a great day! Iryna

A classic golden circle tour

Robyn_S, Mar 2023
A classic golden circle tour where you get to see all the major sites. The tomato farm is really cool and you have just enough time there to have a look around and try some of the products they make. Our guide was really professional and I learnt a lot about Iceland on the drives between sites.

Response from Host, Mar 2023

Thanks so much for the nice review! We´re glad to read our guide offered a pleasant experience and made sure to pass on the word to them. We thank you for joining us and will be looking for seeing you again. Have a wonderful day! Adam

fab tour guide. made all the difference

Charlotte_B, Feb 2023
Best day we had was the Golden Circle. Peter our tour guide was just fantastic, the kids (8&16) both really enjoyed listening to his stories and knowledge, he's made me want to learn more, so interesting. You must go to the greenhouse, the soup is just amazing!

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We are glad you had a great time and we'll pass to Peter your honest feedback! I hope you have a lovely day! Hopefully see you soon again! Eleni

Breath taking

Kate_B, Feb 2023
This was a fantastic tour. The guide, Kris was brilliant, so knowledgeable. The stops amazing though it would have been good to have 10 more minutes at Friðheimar.

Response from Host, Apr 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We are glad you had a fantastic time and we'll pass your honest feedback to our colleague! I hope you have a lovely day! Eleni

Truly Amazing Sightseeing Tour

LNBS, Nov 2022
This is a 8 hour tour through some of the most expectacular views in Iceland it is totally worth the time and the experience was awwsome 100 percent recommedable!

Golden circle very ice.

Barbara_G, Nov 2022
Nice trip with all considerations along the way. Soup stop perfect. National park beautiful. Pickups good.

Golden Circle and tomato farm tour.

Peter_F, Oct 2022
A great tour. The guide, Per, was excellent, providing lots of information on the sites, the history of Iceland and the culture. Would recommend this tour which was one of the more affordable on offer.

A golden experience on the Golden Circle

Devon_B, Jul 2022
This tour was everything we had hoped it would be. Geysir was impressive, Gulfoss awe-inspiring, the greenhouse an excellent example of Icelandic ingenuity. Finishing up at the national park was another gorgeous walk in Iceland. Our guide and driver were very friendly and made the day enjoyable.

Thoroughly enjoyed.

Paul_S, Jul 2022
Great tour. Enjoyed the greenhouse to have tomato soup. At the geyser there are two restaurants, so pay attention to decide what you want. Fantastic guide and great experience. First time I did it was 15 years ago in Jan. Definitely different to see it a second time but in summer.

Great day out seeing the beauty of Iceland.

Alexandra_C, May 2022
We had a great day out on this trip. the coach was very comfortable, the driver and guide were lovely, and the stops were beautiful with plenty of time at each location.

1st class service from booking to...

Steven D, Apr 2018
1st class service from booking to doing excursion. Our guide for the day was very informative and helpful. Highly recommended.

I booked this tour because of the...

Emil_d, Feb 2018
I booked this tour because of the reviews. Surprisingly, our tour was not what I expected. Eric who was our guide was by far the laziest guide I’ve ever had so far. I’ve been travelling for years everywhere. He just tells us minimally where to go, does not talk about the site, and go with us to see.

This was an amazing tour in spite of...

ELynn_G, Feb 2018
This was an amazing tour in spite of the windy and snowy weather conditions. The tour operator modified the itinerary and route but one of the mountain passes still closed. Therefore she took us around the Reykjanes western peninsula back to Reykjavik along the Atlantic Ocean. The scenery was totally awesome. The lava fields were similar to the moon scape, Well worth it in spite of the weather conditions.

The Golden Circle day tour is a must...

Patricia G, Aug 2017
The Golden Circle day tour is a must for a first-time visitor to Iceland. The geysers, the meeting of the tectonic plates and the beautiful waterfall, Gullfoss are the highlights. You also get to visit a sustainable farm where tomatoes are grown ten feet tall in hothouses. All energy is renewable. I was really impressed with the staff when my traveling companion left her purse at one stop and they got it to her before the end of the day. Nothing was missing from the purse or the tour.

Great Tour ! Wish they had spent...

Shiv, Jul 2017
Great Tour ! Wish they had spent more time T the lovely Falls rather than at the Tomato farm which seems to be a tourist trap. Overall the trip was good.

Amazing tour, plenty of stops along...

Amanda D, Mar 2017
Amazing tour, plenty of stops along the way and more than enough time at each location. Tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Busses are equipped with USB ports so you can charge your phones which i needed to do as I took way too many photos and drained my battery

Our tour guide was amazing! Very...

Stephanie_F, Mar 2017
Our tour guide was amazing! Very knowledgeable and have a lot of information! Loved that we stopped at the tomato farm.

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