Iceland's most famous day trip circuit visits three extraordinary sites: Þingvellir National Park (world's oldest parliament and tectonic rift valley), Geysir geothermal field (Strokkur geyser erupts every 5-10 minutes), and Gullfoss waterfall (double-tiered waterfall plunging into an ancient canyon). An unmissable Iceland experience.
| Distance | 230km round trip |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 4-6 hours drive time total (full day) |
| Getting there | Rental car (self-drive) or guided tour from Reykjavik |
| Cost | $50-80 car rental or $80-100 guided tour |
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Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Capital Region.
Highlights
- Þingvellir UNESCO World Heritage rift valley
- Strokkur geyser erupting every 5-10 minutes
- Gullfoss double-tiered waterfall
- Snorkeling/diving in Silfra tectonic fissure (optional extra $150+)