Self Guided Golden Circle Audio Driving Tour GPS APP Offline
By WalknTours
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Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveler*
*Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 6h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
Discover Iceland's Golden Circle with a self-guided GPS audio tour that brings each stop to life. Don't miss the story and sites as you drive. See more. Starting in Reykjavík, this route showcases the dramatic landscapes shaped by volcanoes and rich Viking history. Experience iconic sites like Þingvellir National Park, geysers, and waterfalls, all while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace. With professional narration guiding you, every mile reveals fascinating tales of Icelandic folklore and geology. Ideal for families or solo adventurers, this tour allows for spontaneous stops for photos, hikes, and more, ensuring a memorable road trip through Iceland's stunning scenery.
- Self-guided GPS audio tour lets you explore at your own pace
- Highlights include Þingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, and geothermal areas
- Optional hikes and stops at folklore locations enrich your journey
- Convenient start from Reykjavík, with offline navigation available
Activity location
- Sun Voyager
- Saebraut
- 101, Reykjavik, Iceland
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Glitur hafsins
- 4 Skúlagata
- 101, Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland
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Self Guided Golden Circle Audio Driving Tour GPS APP Offline in English
- 6h
- Opening hours: Wed 12:00am-11:30pm
- English
Language options: English
Price details
$14.99 x 1 Traveler$14.99
Total
includes taxes & fees
*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
What's included, what's not
- Offline = Take the tour offline, download first and no signal needed
- Autoplay, the tour plays automatically as you drive
- Go at your own pace, anytime, the tour never expires
- Don't miss out on the sites and stories of Iceland
- Self Guided Audio GPS Driving Tour of the Golden Circle on our driving tour app
- No Admission to any museums or sites, this is only a driving our
Know before you book
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Activity itinerary
Sun Voyager
- 10m
Begin your Golden Circle adventure on Reykjavík's scenic waterfront beside the iconic Sun Voyager sculpture. Enjoy beautiful views across Faxaflói Bay toward Mount Esja while discovering the story of Iceland's founding, the city's geothermal origins, and one of Reykjavík's most photographed landmarks.
Helgafell
- 10m
Hike to the summit of Helgafell, a rare flat-topped volcano formed beneath an Ice Age glacier. The short climb rewards visitors with sweeping views and a fascinating look at one of Iceland's most unusual geological formations.
Helgufoss
- 10m
Take a short, easy walk to one of southwest Iceland's hidden waterfalls, where water tumbles over moss-covered cliffs into a peaceful valley. According to Icelandic folklore, the surrounding rocks are home to the mysterious hidden people known as the Huldufólk.
Leirvogsvatn
- 10m
Pause beside this peaceful lake to admire the scenery while hearing the legend of the Nykur, Iceland's terrifying water horse said to lure travelers into its icy depths. It's one of the country's best-known folklore locations.
Þórufoss
- 10m
Hidden just off the Golden Circle, Þórufoss plunges into a dramatic basalt canyon and is famous as a filming location in Game of Thrones. Its powerful year-round flow and rugged setting make it one of Iceland's most photogenic waterfalls.
Thingvellir National Park
- 10m
Walk through the birthplace of Icelandic democracy and one of the few places on Earth where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are visibly pulling apart. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Þingvellir combines Viking history, spectacular geology, waterfalls, and crystal-clear fissures.
Geysir
- 10m
Watch Strokkur erupt every few minutes, sending boiling water up to 40 meters into the air. Nearby lies the original Great Geysir—the natural wonder that gave every geyser on Earth its name.
Gullfoss Waterfall Lookout
- 10m
Known as the "Golden Falls," Gullfoss is one of Iceland's most spectacular waterfalls, plunging in two dramatic stages into a rugged canyon. Powerful viewpoints allow visitors to feel the spray while learning the remarkable story of Sigríður Tómasdóttir, whose determination helped save the falls from development.
Bruarhlod
- 10m
Look down into a narrow canyon carved by glacial waters over thousands of years. Towering rock formations known as Karl and Kerling—"Old Man" and "Old Woman"—rise from the rushing river, accompanied by Icelandic troll legends.
Secret Lagoon - Gamla Laugin (Pass by)
Relax in Iceland's oldest natural swimming pool, built in 1891 and naturally heated year-round by geothermal springs. While you soak, watch a small geyser erupt beside the lagoon every few minutes for a truly unique Icelandic spa experience.
Reykholt
- 10m
Visit the home of Snorri Sturluson, the medieval scholar whose writings preserved nearly everything we know about Norse mythology. This quiet village played an enormous role in Viking history and Icelandic literature.
Raufarhólshellir (Pass by)
Explore one of Iceland's longest lava tubes, formed more than 5,000 years ago during a volcanic eruption. Guided tours lead visitors through colorful lava chambers, towering rock formations, and seasonal ice sculptures hidden beneath the surface.
Bridge Between Continents
- 10m
Walk across a symbolic bridge spanning the gap between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Few places on Earth allow you to stand between two continents while witnessing the forces that continue shaping the planet.
Hafnarberg Sea Cliffs
- 10m
Towering basalt cliffs overlook the crashing North Atlantic and provide nesting grounds for thousands of seabirds. This dramatic coastline offers breathtaking views, incredible birdwatching, and one of the wildest landscapes on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur - Fitjar
- 10m
Finish your Golden Circle adventure with one of Iceland's most famous culinary traditions at Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur, whose name means "The Town's Best Hot Dogs." Since 1937, this iconic hot dog stand has become a must-visit destination, serving its legendary Icelandic lamb hot dogs to everyone from locals to world leaders, including Bill Clinton, Anthony Bourdain, and Metallica's James Hetfield. Order it the Icelandic way—"ein með öllu" ("one with everything")—and enjoy a delicious blend of Icelandic lamb, crispy fried onions, raw onions, sweet mustard, ketchup, and creamy remoulade as the perfect ending to an unforgettable day exploring Iceland's volcanoes, waterfalls, geysers, and Viking history.
Golden Circle Route
- 1h 50m
Explore the golden circle on a exploration of a lifetime! See the cliffs, the geysers, the historic sites, the lava fields and so much more.
Location
Activity location
- Sun Voyager
- Saebraut
- 101, Reykjavik, Iceland
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Glitur hafsins
- 4 Skúlagata
- 101, Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland
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