Private Golden Circle on the Rocks by Super Truck 4x4

We begin our journey at Þingvellir, where Iceland’s history and geology come together. This is where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates pull apart, slowly shaping a rift valley that’s been forming for over a million years. You can clearly see the cracks and fissures where the land is splitting open.

Þingvellir is also where Iceland’s first parliament, Althingi, was established in 930 AD. Major decisions in the country’s history were made here — like the adoption of Christianity in the year 1000 and the declaration of independence from Denmark in 1944.

The park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and in winter it’s also a favorite spot for viewing the northern lights.

Destination Highlights

• A walk between two tectonic plates
• Almannagjá Canyon
• Lögberg Law Rock
• Öxárfoss Waterfall
• Silfra fissure where two tectonic plates meet
• The historical Drowning Pool
• The coin-sparkling Peningagjá

We drive east through the rift valley and into Haukadalur, where the Geysir geothermal area waits. This is where the earth steams, pools bubble and the smell of sulfur lingers in the air.

This is one of the few places in Iceland where geothermal activity is right on the surface. Strokkur, the active geyser, erupts every few minutes — shooting boiling water up into the sky. Just beside it is the original Geysir, now mostly dormant, but still the namesake of all geysers around the world.

The ground here feels alive. It shifts, steams, and reminds you that Iceland is still forming.

Destination Highlights

• Strokkur erupting
• Geysir the oldest documented geyser
• Steaming hot springs
• Colorful bubbling mud pools

Next, we arrive at Gullfoss — “the golden falls.” The Hvítá river flows from Langjökull glacier and drops 32 meters (105 feet) in two stages into a narrow gorge. You can walk along the river to a viewpoint right next to the falls. An activity we recommend to feel the full power of the falls.

On sunny days, you'll see rainbows form in the spray. Some say that’s where the name comes from. Others believe it’s from an old Viking legend — where a man threw his gold into the falls so no one else could have it.

Destination Highlights

• Getting up close to the waterfall

After Gullfoss, we head into the highlands toward Langjökull—the second-largest glacier in Iceland. As we gain elevation, the green landscape fades into volcanic rock and barren hills, shaped by melting ice and ancient floods.

This is a wild, post-glacial zone. The ground is rough and scarred, marked by old eruptions and jagged ridges that feel almost otherworldly. The glacier itself stretches across the horizon, a massive flow of ice only reachable by snowmobiles or special vehicles.

The highlight of the tour is reaching the glacier and driving on top of it. You'll be far from busy sights and sounds and can enjoy the quiet atmosphere.

Destination Highlights

• Drive on top of a Glacier
• Experience driving in a 4x4 Super Jeep
• Discover rugged terrain in Iceland's highlands
• Go where few others venture and enjoy the tranquility

Here are just a few things to consider taking with you on your day out:

• Warm layers - Places inland tend to be colder than Reykjavík
• Rainproof layers - The weather changes fast in Iceland
• Food and Drinks - We'll make sure to also stop along the way
• Hiking boots - Sturdy shoes are better in these landscape
• Fully charged Camera