The 10 Best Day Trips from in Selfoss, South Region

April 10, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Discover the best top things to do in Selfoss, Iceland including Golden Circle and Laugarvatn Fontana Private Tour from Reykjavik, Private Golden Circle, Private Golden Circle Classic day tour, Group Golden Circle Daytrip (2 - 7 Person) , Small-Group Golden Circle & Blue Lagoon Tour Including Admission, Golden Circle Private Tour with Secret Stops, Golden Circle & Kerið Day Tour by Minibus from Reykjavik, Day Trip to the Hidden Valley of Thor Thorsmork from Reykjavik, South Coast Waterfalls, Black Bach & Glacier Adventure | Small Group Day Tour, First class Golden Circle with lunch at a local farm and Secret Lagoon.
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1. Golden Circle and Laugarvatn Fontana Private Tour from Reykjavik

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This comprehensive tour covers all the major attractions of southwest Iceland with a visit to Laugarvatn Fontana geothermal hot springs.

Inclusions: Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in the capital area, Private transportation, 1.5-hour stop at Laugarvatn Fontana, WiFi in vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By mark3804

The one on one services shuttling around was great get you to all the landmarks and sites, geysers, waterfalls/lava and crater etc.

2. Private Golden Circle

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5.0 based on 7 reviews

This is a must do while in Iceland. A a tour that offers a variety of natural wonders and stops that makes the day one you will not forget. Visiting the family at Efstidalur farm is not offered by most tour company's but we would not want you to miss it for anything. Faxi waterfall is a hidden gem you will most likely experience all by yourself. The tomato farm is simply a magical place to stop and have a quick bite or a drink, or both!

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By muffe112

Thanks to Walter for excellente service and for helping me out with transport around Reykjavík area during my stay. Highly recommended. My regular driver on future stays on Iceland for sure.

3. Private Golden Circle Classic day tour

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Golden Circle is Iceland's most popular day tour route giving you the opportunity to enjoy the nature and rich culture that Iceland has to offer. Step into the ancient viking parliament Althing before visiting erupting geysers and magnificent waterfalls. We recommend a lunch stop at Efstidalur farm restaurant, where all the produce is made on the farm, or Fridheimar greenhouse, with home made tomato soup. Your private guide will make sure you have a memorable experience.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By JLotsos

We had 9 people in our holiday party and this company was perfect for what we needed. Before we even booked, if I messaged them they replied promptly and were extremely helpful. They picked us up at the airport in a massive van with a trailer so all our luggage fit. Coming back they picked us up at 4am in the morning and the whole process of getting to the hotel and back to the airport was hassle free. Our plane came early but they were still there on time. The transfer wasn't the cheapest but it was worth it for the service and reliability. No waiting around. It was worth the extra dollars.

4. Group Golden Circle Daytrip (2 - 7 Person)

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Our most popular tour. Our first stop takes Hveragerði, town sent in geothermal areas, where people work with energy. Next stop on the Kerið, the volcanic crater. Skálholt church historical sites, the is next stop place which is peaceful and informative. Next, you will visit the Geysir area in Haukadal where you can see the geysers, hot springs, steam vents and creepy blue algae. Churn is one of the largest and most powerful geysers and erupts almost every 5 minutes. Our last stop takes us to Thingvellir, where the Icelandic parliament was established first in the world in 1000. At Thingvellir, you will see how the earth is ever so slowly pulled apart by the North - American and Eurasian tectonic plates and you will be able to stand where Viking settlers stood for centuries the ruling law of the land.

Inclusions: Private Driver , Transport

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Reviewed By Stanley H

Hjalmar the owner of DayTrips organised a superb 2 days' private tour from Reykjavik to Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon with an overnight stay in Hali Country Hotel and sightseeing in numerous locations, such as the Godafoss, Geysir, Vik, Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss, black sand beach, diamond beach, lava fields. The highlight was boat tour in the glacier lagoon, sailing among icebergs. Hjalmar was very friendly and attentive, pre-booked hotel, restaurant and excursions. Very information about all the sightseeing attractions, as well as the local history, geography and culture. Excellent tour, highly recommended!

5. Small-Group Golden Circle & Blue Lagoon Tour Including Admission

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Experience the best of Iceland's natural wonders on this one day mini bus tour. Join us for this magnificent combination of of Iceland, we will take you to the Golden Circle pearls and finish the day off in the Blue Lagoon. Book now to begin your journey!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Blue Lagoon Comfort Admission Ticket

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Scott G

My wife and I were supposed to go on tour with this group on Thursday, 13/05/2021 and we recieved an email the day before stateing the tour was canceled due to covid restrictions. This is odd as there were still tour groups doing tours, and had this been the real issue they should have told us sooner than a day prior. This short notice cost us a large amount of money in setting up a tour with a different group.

6. Golden Circle Private Tour with Secret Stops

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Enjoy a 8-hour, comprehensive guided private tour designed to avoid the crowds on the busy Golden Circle stops. Enjoy transportation in a luxury SUV which can take max 7 people. With your driver and escort, see Rauðhólar, Black Sands, Kerið crater, Faxi waterfall, Gullfoss Falls, Geyser Strokkur, Thingvellir National Park, as well as some secret stops along the way. Tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik. There will be a stop made for lunch (own expense).

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik down town (Bus stop 7 Traðarkot), Local guide, Tour escort/host, Luxurious transport for max 7 pax, National Park fees, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Entrance fees (approx. maximum $2.00), Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By shaunr214

I decided to visit Iceland again when I heard about the eruption at Geldingadalur and contacted Discover Iceland. Georg took me on amazing private tour adventure around Reykjanes peninsula and we did 4 hours hike to Mt Fagradalsfjall and to experience the eruption just blew my mind. To see that lava spouting up from the earth and flowing down the mountains is an out of this world experience . Iceland is the land of Ice and Fire and Mountain Man Georg was full of knowledge, humour and passion for his country !Thanks I will be back again soon.

7. Golden Circle & Kerið Day Tour by Minibus from Reykjavik

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Set off on the amazing Golden Circle experience with many interesting stops for people of different ages and cultures. Not only we will visit the most famous Geysir, Gulfoss and Thingvellir Nacional park, but we will make a few amazing stops along the way. Firstly Kerið - a unique volcanic crater filled with water. Then famous Fridheimar greenhouse. We do not forget to stop along the way to get acquainted with horses or to taste homemade ice cream in the Efstidalur II farm. This will be a day to remember, packed with attractions, stories and good vibes! Our guides are really knowledgable and simply nice people. They will take care of you so you can get the best out of this tour.

Inclusions: Local English speaking driver/guide, Transport by Mercedes Benz climate-controlled minibus limited to 16 people in the bus , Free WiFi and USB power on board, Pickup/drop-off at major Hotels,Guesthouses, Bus Stops, AirBnB in Reykjavik, A lot of FUN

Exclusions: Meals, but stops will be made at a local restaurant or grocery shop where meals can be purchased, Alternatively you can bring a packed lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Gedaxs

With family we have been visited Iceland again...and again we chose to travel with BTI. Their service is the best from door to door... Pleasant and professional communication. This time our trip was to West Iceland and Krauma SPA... it was an amazing adventure and at the end a very pleasant body relaxation in Krauma SPA, tour! Thank you for everything! We would definitely recommend this company to your friends... Br Laura, Asta, Gedi

8. Day Trip to the Hidden Valley of Thor Thorsmork from Reykjavik

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4.9 based on 25 reviews

The nature lover´s paradise including Super Jeep action. Thorsmork or Þórsmörk lies in between mountains and glaciers carved out by weather and natural disasters through centuries. It is truly a paradise worth visiting. The Super Jeep helps getting you there safe and sound on its big tires. The Super Jeeps are specially modified here in Iceland to get you to remote areas regular cars can´t go. Nowhere else in the world you have the opportunity to get in one of those Jeeps and traverse through rough terrain and splashing in glacial rivers. Don´t let it slip you by!!!

Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

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Reviewed By l-pap14

We done the Valley of Thor private tour on our last day of Iceland and absolutely loved it. Our driver Magnus had an answer to every question we asked and took us to a hidden waterfall which was well worth the visit, as well as to see the glacier and mountains.

9. South Coast Waterfalls, Black Bach & Glacier Adventure | Small Group Day Tour

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Explore the scenic South Coast with a full-day guided trip from Reykjavik. Visit glaciers, the Black beach of Reynisfjara, Eyjafjallajokull glacier volcano, and of course, several beautiful waterfalls. Take a hike on Solheimajokull glacier for an unforgettable adventure. Tour includes all necessary hiking safety equipment, hotel pickup and drop-off, and is done in a small group to create a more personal and enjoyable.experience.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking driver/guide (guide will be with the group during all stops), Transport for the whole tour in a minibus, Free Wi-Fi on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 1.5-hour glacier hike (if Glacier Hike option is selected), All safety equipment

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Reviewed By MichelleE52280

The tour and our guide, Christina, were both amazing! We finished the full day of activities at the Blue Lagoon and it was honestly the perfect ending to this tour. Thank you so much!

10. First class Golden Circle with lunch at a local farm and Secret Lagoon

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- Travel in a small group with an experienced guide - Explore and bathe in Icelandic nature - Visit an Icelandic farm, meet the local farmers and taste their homemade products - See Iceland in the best way The Golden circle tour is the absolute must thing to see and do as a tourist in Iceland. You will get to see Icelands most spectacular places and go really deep into Icelands history. Not only will you be having a taste of Icelandic nature, culture and history but you will also visit a farm where you will have a taste of food and drink products made by farmers. Visit Thingvellir national park and see where the two continents meet and learn all about this historical place. See the great crater with this beautiful red soil and rocks. See the one and only Geysir erupt many meters in the air. The iconic waterfall Gullfoss is an absolutely must see. Not to mention bathing in hot spring in Icelandic nature. Is this something that you want to experience? Come and hop on with us.

Inclusions: Free wifi, Icelandic food and drink, Secret Lagoon admission, Coffee and/or Tea, Icelandic Ice cream, Skyr, cheese and whey

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Reviewed By naomic19310

We went to Iceland on the 17th March for 4 nights, on the 18th March we went to search for the northern lights as it was a really clear night. At first there was nothing, and our tour guide, Gunnar, said we would leave at 12 if the lights didn’t appear because people were getting tired and cold. Like magic, at 12 they started to show and got stronger and stronger, they were really visible and looked amazing! After everyone had taken pictures and enjoyed the lights, we all got back in the van to leave, when Gunnar shouted for us all to get back out again, when we stepped out of the van the sky was literally covered with dancing lights, it was so magical! Gunnar really wanted to make the experience the best he could for us all, and he took pictures of everyone under the lights. Making our trip even more special, my partner asked me to marry him under the lights and even though Gunnar had packed away his camera, he didn’t hesitate to go and get it back out again to take some personal, special pictures of me and my partner. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour and tour guide, thank you Gunnar!

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