This renowned sightseeing route definitely lives up the the hype! The Golden Circle comprises three major natural attractions – Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area, and the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall. We have also added a noteworthy addition, the Kerid Crater, as this can be completed as part of the same route and is definitely worth a visit.
In these free travel guides, we will explore all of the famous sights on the Golden Circle in more detail and discuss the best ways to visit, including self-driving the Golden Circle vs doing a tour!
Weather
Although there are 4-seasons in Iceland, it doesn't always feel that way!
Below is what you may expect:
Summer: Typically June, July and August.
Winter: October to April
Shoulder Seasons: May and September.
Fun Fact
Icelandic is one of the oldest languages still spoken in the world today and is derived from Old Norse.
"Hallo" (Hello)
"Pakka Per fyrir" Or "Takk" (Thank you)
"Vinsamlegast" (Please)
