
If you only have one day then I suggest picking about 4-5 stops.
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If you want to see all the Golden Circle stops listed in this article then I suggest allocating at least 1.5 days and preferably 2 full days to experience the route at a leisurely pace. How long does it take to drive the Golden Circle? Reykjadalur valley Golden Circle Iceland MapĬheck out the map below to see all the popular and less visited stops plotted on a handy map of the Golden Circle! The walk to the falls is predominately walking through bushes, muddy ground and even crossing a small stream so make sure you have appropriate footwear. The most striking feature of the waterfall is the clear blue water and it’s definitely worth getting a bit muddy to see these falls! As with anywhere in Iceland, don’t leave any trash behind and respect the people’s wishes who live there.
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You can see the trail by downloading the Iceland map on Maps.Me (a fantastic offline maps app!).ĭue to the area not being able to properly support the number of tourists arriving, please ensure you respect any no-access signs and don’t take the trail if when you visit there is a sign saying that the path is closed. You are still able to access the waterfalls by directing your Google Maps to “Bruarfoss Waterfall Official Parking” and then following the path along the river to the falls which is approximately 3km one way.

While you were previously able to access Bruarfoss Waterfall by just taking a 10-minute walk from a gravel road, private landowners have recently closed this access point due to the impact it was having on the environment. Located between Þingvellir National Park and Strokkur Geysir, Bruarfoss Waterfall is a great off-the-beaten-path stop if you’re self-driving the Golden Circle. Kerið Crater Lake The Less Visited Golden Circle Stops 5. The national park can feel quite crowded near the entrance as many tour operators only stay here for an hour or so, however, it’s quite easy to get away from the crowds by walking further into the national park. The first stop on most tour operators’ Golden Circle route is Þingvellir National Park, located about 40km from Reykjavik. They both include popular stops 1-3, while the GetYourGuide tour also includes Kerið Crater Lake. I suggest either this tour that is available on GetYourGuide on this tour available on Viator. As Iceland is an extremely popular tourist destination, we strongly recommend booking a tour in advance, particularly if you only have a couple of days in Iceland. If you don’t have a car during your trip to Iceland and want to visit the popular stops on the Golden Circle then you need to organise a guided tour. We recommend browsing on to find great deals as they aggregate prices across many major providers.

The best way to get around on the Golden Circle is by hiring a car.
