3-Day Whales, Golden Circle, Glacier Lagoon & Hot-Springs Package
Join us for a day that balances relaxation with exploration.
Embark on a journey across Iceland’s enchanting landscapes. Day one offers a thrilling Whale Watching Tour with Elding, where nature’s whims dictate what you might encounter, from Minke whales to Blue whales. Day two explores the famed Glacier Lagoon, a realm of glaciers, icebergs, and cascading waterfalls. You’ll marvel at Seljalandsfoss, then delve into Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon‘s icy wonderland, birthed by Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest glacier. On day three, bask in the warm embrace of the Secret Lagoon, an ancient geothermal pool nestled amid steaming hot springs. The tour then whisks you through Haukadalur’s Geysir geothermal area, with Strokkur’s eruptions painting the sky, and to Gullfoss, Iceland’s majestic “Golden Waterfall.” Lastly, visit Þingvellir National Park, home to the world’s oldest parliamentary site, where tectonic plates gradually part ways, creating a symphony of geological marvels.
On Day One, enjoy a Whale Watching Tour with Elding. The tour boat offers outdoor viewing platforms, indoor saloon with a café, basic bathroom facilities, and heated lounge with panoramic windows. Guides provide commentary and answer questions. Common sightings include Minke whales, White-beaked dolphins, and Harbour porpoises, with occasional Humpback whales, Killer whales, Fin whales, and Blue whales. Sightings aren’t guaranteed due to unpredictable cetacean abundance and tour duration may change based on sea conditions.
Day Two explores the famous Glacier Lagoon along the South Coast of Iceland. Marvel at glaciers, icebergs, and waterfalls. Visit Seljalandsfoss waterfalls. Glacier Lagoon, the largest and deepest in Iceland, is located in the southeast, branching from Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Europe’s largest glacier, Vatnajokull.
Day 3 of our package offers relaxation at a natural pool. The Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Volcanic Crater Tour covers diverse Southwest Iceland sites.
Begin with a dip in the Secret Lagoon, an ancient geothermal pool surrounded by bubbling hot springs and a small erupting geyser. Steam rises from the warm mineral-rich water, maintained at 38-40°C year-round.
Explore the Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur valley, home to the Strokkur fountain geyser erupting high into the air every few minutes. Visit Gullfoss, Iceland’s stunning “Golden Waterfall.”
Then head to Þingvellir National Park, site of the world’s oldest still-functioning parliament, Alþingi, since 930 AD. It’s also a unique spot to witness the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates slowly pulling apart.
This fantastic tour package includes 3 of our most popular day tours.
Day 1 – Whale Watching from Reykjavík harbour
Tour highlights & itinerary
- 2.5-3.5 hour whale watching tour
- Complimentary use of warm overalls and blankets
- Access to our Wildlife Exhibition
- Free WiFi
- Professional guide
- Entrance fee to Secret Lagoon
- Pickup and drop off
- Refreshments, Food and drinks
- Hat and gloves recommended
- The wind can be biting so even if you plan to use the provided coveralls, you should also wear a warm coat
- Warm, water- and windproof clothing are always useful in Iceland.
- Your swimsuit and towel
- All tickets are e-tickets so there is no need to print them out.
- The tours must be taken in the order shown above
- We are at the mercy of the sometimes rough weather and tours can be cancelled or changed at short notice. We will let you know of any changes to your tour status as soon as possible.
- Cancellation Policy for Multi-Day Tours & Packages:
Multi-Day Tours are all scheduled group tours that include accommodation and packages are day tours sold together with accommodation.
All cancellations from customers should be notified via email to info@bustravel.is.- ‣ 100% refund of the tour price, if canceled 7 days or more prior to the starting time of the tour.
- ‣ 50% refund of the tour price, if canceled 7 days or less prior to the starting time of the tour.
- ‣ No refund is given if canceled 48 hours or less prior to the starting time of the tour.
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Itinerary
Itinerary
Meet on locationDay 1 - Reykjavik HarborMeet us at the Elding ticket office, Ægisgarður 5, in Reykjavík’s old harbour (Gamla Höfn) to exchange your voucher for a boarding pass. Please arrive 15 minutes early. For a fee, we offer pickup from selected locations in the capital area. Be at your pickup spot 45 minutes before the boat’s departure.
1 Day 1 - Whale watching tourOn Day One you will enjoy a Whale Watching Tour with our partner Elding.
Once on board the tour boat you will find several outdoor viewing platforms, a large indoor saloon with an on board café where you can buy light refreshments, basic bathroom facilities and a cloak room where you can borrow one of our blankets or overalls on colder days. You can either stay outside in the fresh air but you are also welcome to stay inside the heated lounge and observe the views from within, through our large panoramic windows. One of our excellent guides will commentate on the sights and views at hand through the intercom system on board and will be available to you and happy to answer any questions you may have throughout the tour.
The most common cetacean in the area are the Minke whales, White-beaked dolphins and Harbour porpoises. Occasionally we spot other species including Humpback whales, Killer whales/Orcas, Fin whales and Blue whales to name but a few.
Please be aware that the tours are run in wild nature and we can never guarantee sightings on a particular tour. The estimated duration of tours are standard times and can change according to conditions at sea. Although our success rate is high, the cetacean abundance is unpredictable and varies with the food availability of our shores.
2 Day 1 - Reykjavik HarborAfter the whale watching tour, you will go back to the harbor.
3 Day 2 - ReykajvikOur day tour starts with efficient pickup from Reykjavik hotels or designated stops. Once everyone’s aboard, we head to South Iceland via Route 1, offering stunning views of glaciers, black sand lowlands, mossy lava fields, and the glistening Atlantic Ocean. The South Coast is a land of dramatic beauty.
4 Day 2 - Glacier Lagoon & South CoastDay Two will bring you to the famous Glacier Lagoon. On the way you will also see other sights of the Icelandic South Coast.
Jökulsárlón is one of the most amazing natural wonders of Iceland. Experience a day full of glaciers, icebergs and waterfalls at Iceland’s jewel.
This great tour takes us along the impressive South coast of Iceland to the extraordinary Glacier Lagoon. You will have plenty of time exploring the Glacier lagoon with it’s floating icebergs. On our drive we will visit two gorgeus waterfalls, Skógafoss with its magnificent 60 m drop and Seljalandsfoss where you can walk behind and through to the other side.
Glacier Lagoon is the largest and the deepest glacier lagoon in Iceland, located in the south east part of Iceland. The lagoon branches from Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of the Vatnajokull glacier the largest glacier in Europe.
5 Day 2 - eykjavikFollowing our visit to this remarkable waterfall, we’ll embark on a roughly two-hour journey back to the capital. Returning to our bus, we’ll set out on Route 1, heading towards Reykjavik.
6 Day 3 - ReykjavikOur Golden Circle day tour commences with a quick and efficient pickup process. Our driver-guide will pick you up from designated central Reykjavik locations or various stops across the city. After everyone is onboard, we’ll head to our first attraction of the day.
7 Day 3 - Golden Circle of IcelandDay 3 of this package will give you some time to relax in a natural pool. On our Golden Circle,Secret Lagoon & Volcanic Crater Tour you will experience a series of remarkable and diverse sites in the Southwest of Iceland.
Start the day with a leisurely swim in the Secret Lagoon, one of the oldest natural geothermal pools in Iceland, nestled amongst bubbling hot springs and a small erupting geyser. Steam rises from the surrounding geothermal area as you relax in the warm mineral-rich water, which holds at 38-40*C year-round.
Then we embark upon the quintessential Icelandic tour to the Geysir geothermal area in the Haukadalur valley, where the Strokkur fountain geyser spouts water high into the air every few minutes, before visiting the majestic “Golden Waterfall” of Gullfoss, considered by many to be Iceland’s most beautiful waterfall.
Then onward to the historic geological wonder Þingvellir National Park, which is not only the seat of the world’s oldest still-functioning parliament (where the Icelandic Alþingi first convened in 930 AD) but is considered the best place on earth to view the geologic meeting point of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, pulling apart year by year.
- Drop-offDay 3 - Ryekjavik
After our amazing day visiting the Golden Circle of Iceland, we will drive back to Reykjavik.
Meet us at the Elding ticket office, Ægisgarður 5, in Reykjavík’s old harbour (Gamla Höfn) to exchange your voucher for a boarding pass. Please arrive 15 minutes early. For a fee, we offer pickup from selected locations in the capital area. Be at your pickup spot 45 minutes before the boat’s departure.
On Day One you will enjoy a Whale Watching Tour with our partner Elding.
Once on board the tour boat you will find several outdoor viewing platforms, a large indoor saloon with an on board café where you can buy light refreshments, basic bathroom facilities and a cloak room where you can borrow one of our blankets or overalls on colder days. You can either stay outside in the fresh air but you are also welcome to stay inside the heated lounge and observe the views from within, through our large panoramic windows. One of our excellent guides will commentate on the sights and views at hand through the intercom system on board and will be available to you and happy to answer any questions you may have throughout the tour.
The most common cetacean in the area are the Minke whales, White-beaked dolphins and Harbour porpoises. Occasionally we spot other species including Humpback whales, Killer whales/Orcas, Fin whales and Blue whales to name but a few.
Please be aware that the tours are run in wild nature and we can never guarantee sightings on a particular tour. The estimated duration of tours are standard times and can change according to conditions at sea. Although our success rate is high, the cetacean abundance is unpredictable and varies with the food availability of our shores.
After the whale watching tour, you will go back to the harbor.
Our day tour starts with efficient pickup from Reykjavik hotels or designated stops. Once everyone’s aboard, we head to South Iceland via Route 1, offering stunning views of glaciers, black sand lowlands, mossy lava fields, and the glistening Atlantic Ocean. The South Coast is a land of dramatic beauty.
Day Two will bring you to the famous Glacier Lagoon. On the way you will also see other sights of the Icelandic South Coast.
Jökulsárlón is one of the most amazing natural wonders of Iceland. Experience a day full of glaciers, icebergs and waterfalls at Iceland’s jewel.
This great tour takes us along the impressive South coast of Iceland to the extraordinary Glacier Lagoon. You will have plenty of time exploring the Glacier lagoon with it’s floating icebergs. On our drive we will visit two gorgeus waterfalls, Skógafoss with its magnificent 60 m drop and Seljalandsfoss where you can walk behind and through to the other side.
Glacier Lagoon is the largest and the deepest glacier lagoon in Iceland, located in the south east part of Iceland. The lagoon branches from Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of the Vatnajokull glacier the largest glacier in Europe.
Following our visit to this remarkable waterfall, we’ll embark on a roughly two-hour journey back to the capital. Returning to our bus, we’ll set out on Route 1, heading towards Reykjavik.
Our Golden Circle day tour commences with a quick and efficient pickup process. Our driver-guide will pick you up from designated central Reykjavik locations or various stops across the city. After everyone is onboard, we’ll head to our first attraction of the day.
Day 3 of this package will give you some time to relax in a natural pool. On our Golden Circle,Secret Lagoon & Volcanic Crater Tour you will experience a series of remarkable and diverse sites in the Southwest of Iceland.
Start the day with a leisurely swim in the Secret Lagoon, one of the oldest natural geothermal pools in Iceland, nestled amongst bubbling hot springs and a small erupting geyser. Steam rises from the surrounding geothermal area as you relax in the warm mineral-rich water, which holds at 38-40*C year-round.
Then we embark upon the quintessential Icelandic tour to the Geysir geothermal area in the Haukadalur valley, where the Strokkur fountain geyser spouts water high into the air every few minutes, before visiting the majestic “Golden Waterfall” of Gullfoss, considered by many to be Iceland’s most beautiful waterfall.
Then onward to the historic geological wonder Þingvellir National Park, which is not only the seat of the world’s oldest still-functioning parliament (where the Icelandic Alþingi first convened in 930 AD) but is considered the best place on earth to view the geologic meeting point of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, pulling apart year by year.
After our amazing day visiting the Golden Circle of Iceland, we will drive back to Reykjavik.