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Silver circle of Borgarfjordur

Silver circle of Borgarfjordur

The Silver Circle takes you through a scenic and ever-changing landscape on the way to Borgarfjörður. Along the route, mountains and glaciers rise around you, their peaks shining in the light. We stop at powerful hot springs, striking waterfalls, and historic sites that date back to the early settlement era.

7-8 hours 1-4 pax 5-8 pax easy

We will visit the geothermal area in the upper Borgarfjordur area, home to Europe’s most powerful hot springs.  This region boasts the largest low-temperature area in Iceland. It has five major low-temperature geothermal systems and a total natural discharge of about 450 l/s of boiling water.

 

 

Tour Details

Highlights

  • Deildartunguhver: The largest geothermal hot spring in the world
  • Geothermal Spa (optional)
  • Hraunfossar / Barnafossar (Waterfalls)
  • Reykholt the historic place of Snorri Sturluson
  • Borgarnes settlement center (optional)

Important Information

  • The tour may take longer time depending on your preferences
Meeting PointReykjavík
Pickup TimeYou decide
Minimum AgeNo minimum age
Languages
englishicelandic

Itinerary

  1. Hraunfossar / Barnafossar

    The name basically means Lava Waterfalls.  The scenery is spectacular and beautiful where you will see how the water pours out of “Hallmundarhraun” lava wall and cascades down to the river appearing in an enormous length of 900 meters.

  2. Deildartunguhver

    At the core of this hot spring, we can choose to experience and relax at the Krauma SPA baths. An option for lunch break is available, allowing us to enjoy the cuisine offered at the restaurant while take in the spectacular view of the powerful hot spring. The geothermal pipeline from Deildartunga to Akranes in use since 1980-1981 hold the record as the world's longest at 64 km.

  3. Reykholt (optional if of interest)

    Iceland's main historic site, the cultural center of Reykholt (4). This was the home of the famous Snorri Sturluson, (1206 to 1241) who was a politician and historian. There we can see the oldest geothermal pool which dates back to the 10th century.

  4. Grábrók volcanic crater

    Grábrók is a volcanic crater which erupted some 3000 years ago. The crater rises about 170 meters (558 feet) above the ground and it is possible to hike up. Not very difficult as the steps have been built most of the way

What's Included

Included

  •  Pick up at your hotel or agreed location in Reykjavik area and drop off
  • Your private tour with your certified driver guide in a Landcruiser 150 (or similar car)
  • Flexibility as this is your private vehicle/tour
  • Bottled Icelandic water
  • Admission and parking fee if applicable in mentioned locations

Not Included

  • Food and drinks, but you will have the opportunity to buy them along the way
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Optional activities

Booking Options (Can be added during booking process)

Option Price Note
Snowmobile on Langjökull Glacier $275 per person This tour alone takes 2 hours
Víðgelmir cave $74 per person This tour takes 1.5 hours
Krauma geothermal SPA $77 per person Include a towel (estimate max 2 hours)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we visit the Lava Cave ?

Yes, we can include Víðgelmir cave in the program, but the day tour will take longer time

Can we go on a glacier tour?

Yes, it is possible to include that in the itinerary with a third partner who offer snowmobile tours on the glacier.  Other activities are also available in the area.  Only contact us and we will make necessary arrangements based on your interest.

Videos

Deildartunguhver

The largest geothermal hot spring in Europe

Hraunfossar

Hraunfossar (Lava waterfall)

Tour Route

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