Golden Circle and Glacier Snowmobiling Day Trip from Reykjavik
Overview
Explore Iceland's iconic Golden Circle on an unforgettable journey that blends natural wonders with thrilling adventure. Begin with the awe-inspiring sights of Thingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates converge. Marvel at the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, cascading dramatically into a rugged canyon. Then, experience the geothermal activity at the Geysir geothermal area, home to bubbling mud pools and erupting geysers.
But the excitement doesn't end there – embark on an exhilarating one-hour snowmobile ride across the vast Langjökull glacier, Iceland's second largest ice cap. Feel the rush as you traverse pristine snowfields and panoramic icy landscapes, guided by expert instructors ensuring both safety and thrills. This tour promises the perfect blend of natural beauty and adrenaline-pumping action, offering an unparalleled Icelandic experience that will leave you with lasting memories of this breathtaking land.
What's Included
- The use of a helmet, buff under the helmet, gloves, overalls and overshoes while on the snowmobile.
- Transportation by coach
- Safety briefing
- Carbon Neutral tour in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies
- Guide
- 1-hour guided snowmobile experience (2 persons per vehicle)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “Pickup starts 08:30am”.
• Please be at your designated pickup point at least 30 minutes prior to departure. Our pickup vehicles are well marked with the Reykjavik Excursions. • Each driver has a few stops, so it can take up to 30 minutes to finish picking everyone up, so there is no need to worry if the bus is not there right away.
For the option “Tour from Bus Terminal”.
101 Reykjavík
Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Thingvellir National Park
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Geysir
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Langjokull Glacier
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Gullfoss Waterfall
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A valid driver's license is required to operate a snowmobile (ride along passengers do not require one)
- At least 1 driver is required per 2 persons booked on this tour
- 2 people sit on one snowmobile
- Children aged 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour
- Operation of this tour depends on conditions on the glacier, and may be cancelled
- Due to sudden and unexpected weather changes the snowmobile ride might be cancelled after tour's departure from Reykjavík
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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Activity code: C-24308P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- The use of a helmet, buff under the helmet, gloves, overalls and overshoes while on the snowmobile.
- Transportation by coach.
- Safety briefing.
- Carbon Neutral tour in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies.
- Guide.
- 1-hour guided snowmobile experience (2 persons per vehicle).
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Golden Circle and Glacier Snowmobiling Day Trip from Reykjavik is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Golden Circle and Glacier Snowmobiling Day Trip from Reykjavik will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- The use of a helmet, buff under the helmet, gloves, overalls and overshoes while on the snowmobile.
- Transportation by coach
- Safety briefing
- Carbon Neutral tour in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies
- Guide
- 1-hour guided snowmobile experience (2 persons per vehicle)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A valid driver's license is required to operate a snowmobile (ride along passengers do not require one)
- At least 1 driver is required per 2 persons booked on this tour
- 2 people sit on one snowmobile
- Children aged 5 years and younger are not permitted on this tour
- Operation of this tour depends on conditions on the glacier, and may be cancelled
- Due to sudden and unexpected weather changes the snowmobile ride might be cancelled after tour's departure from Reykjavík
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
