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Milky turquoise Blue Lagoon with dark lava rock, rising steam and a hill under a blue sky, Iceland.

The Golden Circle and a lagoon

Four baths you can add to the day, what each tour includes, and which one is on the way.

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From
€121
Duration
8 h 30 to 11 h
Tours compared
7

Which Golden Circle tour has the best lagoon?

The Secret Lagoon is the most reviewed and the cheapest.

The Blue and Sky Lagoons cost the most.

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Secret Lagoon

An old pool near Flúðir, from €121. Its price, hours and road.

Blesi hot pool with turquoise water in the Geysir geothermal area, with visitors walking in the distance.
Most reviewed bath

From Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Kerið and the Secret Lagoon

10 h, Min. age 2 years

4.8on GetYourGuide (6,577 reviews)

For the most reviewed bath tour here, at a far lower price than the Blue Lagoon.

Blue Lagoon

Near Keflavík Airport, so it comes at the end of a long day, from €218 with the ticket.

Milky turquoise Blue Lagoon with dark lava rock, rising steam and a hill under a blue sky, Iceland.
19 people at most

Pickup in Reykjavik or the port

Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon, 19 people at most

11 h, Min. age 2 years

4.8on GetYourGuide (1,988 reviews)

For the Blue Lagoon in a small group, with a towel, a mask and a drink in the ticket.

Sky Lagoon

Close to Reykjavik, from €209.

Kerið crater lake with blue-green water below red and green volcanic walls and tiny visitors on the rim.
Back in town by evening

Pickup in Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Kerið and the Sky Lagoon

11 h

4.9on GetYourGuide (642 reviews)

For a bath close to town at the end of the day: about 2 hours from just before 5 pm.

Laugarvatn Fontana

Right on the route, from €160.

Steam rising from hot springs on the shore of Laugarvatn lake, with a greenhouse and small buildings.
On the route

Pickup in Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Kerið and Laugarvatn Fontana

8 h 30, Min. age 6 years

5.0on GetYourGuide (4 reviews)

For a bath right on the route, in a small group, in the shortest of these days.

Compare in detail

Prices and ratings are read from GetYourGuide. Prices are rounded up. Last checked on 4 Nov.

Every tour here is free to cancel up to 24 hours before it starts.

TourDurationStartsMin. ageRatingFromDates
Secret Lagoon
Golden Circle, Kerið and the Secret LagoonBusTravel IcelandStops and time there: Secret Lagoon 90 min, Geysir, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, KeriðKeep in mind: Bring a swimsuit and a towel, or rent the towel there.
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Pickup, if you choose that option
  • Secret Lagoon ticket
  • Þingvellir visitor fee
  • Entry to Kerið
  • Wi-Fi on board

Not included

  • Meals
  • Towel rental

Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
10 hBus Stop 12, Reykjavik, or pickup as an option2 years4.8on GetYourGuide (6,577 reviews)€121See dates: Golden Circle, Kerið and the Secret Lagoon
Golden Circle and 2 hours at the Secret LagoonIcelandiaStops and time there: Þingvellir 45 min, Geysir 1 h, Gullfoss 45 min, Secret Lagoon 2 hKeep in mind: No stop at Kerið.
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Pickup, if you choose that option
  • Secret Lagoon ticket
  • Þingvellir visitor fee
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • USB charger at your seat
  • Audio guide in an app

Not included

  • Meals
  • Headphones for the audio guide

Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
9 h 30BSÍ bus terminal, Reykjavik, or pickup as an option4.5on GetYourGuide (906 reviews)€132See dates: Golden Circle and 2 hours at the Secret Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Golden Circle, Kerið and the Blue Lagoon, by minibusNicetravelStops and time there: Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerið, Blue LagoonKeep in mind: Choose the ticket type when you book. Bring a swimsuit.
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Transport by minibus
  • Pickup in Reykjavik
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Entry to Kerið
  • Blue Lagoon ticket
  • Towel

Not included

  • Meals

Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Warm clothes
  • Comfortable shoes
11 hPickup in Reykjavik5 years4.9on GetYourGuide (6,177 reviews)€224See dates: Golden Circle, Kerið and the Blue Lagoon, by minibus
Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon, 19 people at mostBusTravel IcelandGroup size: Up to 19 peopleStops and time there: Þingvellir 45 min, Gullfoss 1 h, Geysir 80 min, Kerið 20 min, Blue Lagoon 2 h
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Small group
  • Transport by bus
  • Pickup in Reykjavik
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Entry to Kerið
  • Blue Lagoon Comfort ticket: towel, silica mask, 1 drink

Not included

  • Meals
  • Swimsuit rental

Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Warm clothes
  • Hiking shoes
11 hPickup in Reykjavik or at the cruise port2 years4.8on GetYourGuide (1,988 reviews)€218See dates: Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon, 19 people at most
Golden Circle with a ride to the Blue Lagoon, ticket not includedBusTravel IcelandGroup size: Up to 65 peopleStops and time there: Kerið 20 min, Geysir 80 min, Gullfoss 1 h, Þingvellir 45 min, Blue Lagoon 2 hKeep in mind: The Blue Lagoon ticket is not included, and it can carry up to 65 people.
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Transport by coach
  • Pickup, if you choose that option
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Entry to Kerið

Not included

  • Blue Lagoon ticket
  • Meals

Bring

  • Swimwear
11 hBus Stop 12, Reykjavik, or pickup as an option2 years4.9on GetYourGuide (578 reviews)€123See dates: Golden Circle with a ride to the Blue Lagoon, ticket not included
Sky Lagoon
Golden Circle, Kerið and the Sky LagoonNicetravelKeep in mind: Choose the pass when you book. Bring your own swimsuit.
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Transport by minibus
  • Pickup in Reykjavik
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • USB charger at your seat
  • Entry to Kerið
  • Sky Lagoon ticket with its seven-step ritual

Not included

  • Meals
  • Swimsuit rental

Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Warm clothes
  • Hiking shoes
11 hPickup in Reykjavik4.9on GetYourGuide (642 reviews)€209See dates: Golden Circle, Kerið and the Sky Lagoon
Golden Circle, Friðheimar and the Sky LagoonBusTravel IcelandGroup size: Up to 22 peopleStops and time there: Kerið 25 min, Friðheimar 90 min, Geysir 40 min, Gullfoss 45 min, Þingvellir 45 min, Sky Lagoon 2 hKeep in mind: Minimum age 12. Lunch is at your own cost.
What's included

Included

  • Pickup in Reykjavik
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Entry to Kerið
  • Tomato tasting at Friðheimar
  • Greenhouse visit
  • Horse show at Friðheimar
  • Sky Lagoon ticket with its seven-step ritual

Not included

  • Meals
  • Tips

Bring

  • Swimwear
10 h 30Pickup in Reykjavik12 years4.8on GetYourGuide (337 reviews)€224See dates: Golden Circle, Friðheimar and the Sky Lagoon
Laugarvatn Fontana
Golden Circle, Kerið and Laugarvatn FontanaArctic AdventuresStops and time there: Kerið 20 min, Gullfoss 40 min, Geysir 55 min, Þingvellir 40 minKeep in mind: Only 4 reviews so far. Bring a swimsuit, a towel and your lunch.
What's included

Included

  • Live guide
  • Small group
  • Transport by minibus
  • Pickup in Reykjavik
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Laugarvatn Fontana ticket

Not included

  • Meals

Bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Warm clothes
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Waterproof shoes
  • Packed lunch

Not suitable with

  • Reduced mobility
8 h 30Pickup in Reykjavik6 years5.0on GetYourGuide (4 reviews)€160See dates: Golden Circle, Kerið and Laugarvatn Fontana

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What is the difference between the Blue Lagoon and the Secret Lagoon?

The Secret Lagoon is on the route; the Blue Lagoon costs more and is further away.

  • Secret Lagoon

    Made in 1891 near Flúðir, kept at 38 to 40 °C, and close to the route. Tours stay 1.5 to 2 hours. Entry alone costs 4,500 ISK, and a tour starts at €121.

  • Blue Lagoon

    Near Keflavík Airport, so tours reach it after the stops and stay about 2 hours. Entry alone starts at 11,990 ISK, and a tour with the ticket starts at €218.

Which lagoon fits your day?

It depends on where you want to end the day.

Laugarvatn Fontana is also on the route, from €160, and opens from 11:00 to 21:00 in winter.

Secret LagoonBlue LagoonSky Lagoon
WhereNear Flúðir, on the routeNear Keflavík AirportClose to Reykjavik
Time there on tours1.5 to 2 hoursAbout 2 hours2 hours
Tour from€121€218€209
Opening, winter10:00 to 19:0008:00 to 20:00 or 22:00—

Can you do the Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon in one day?

Yes, on a tour of about 11 hours that ends at the lagoon.

Is the ticket included?

On most tours here, yes. Golden Circle with a ride to the Blue Lagoon, ticket not included is the exception: it only takes you there, so you buy the ticket yourself.

What should you bring?

A swimsuit, on all of them. At the Secret Lagoon, bring a towel or rent one. The Blue Lagoon tickets on these tours include a towel, and swimsuits can be rented there at your own cost.

Is 2 hours enough at the Blue Lagoon?

That is what these tours give. If you want longer, go separately: the lagoon is a separate trip from the Golden Circle.

Is the Blue Lagoon open?

Its site lists opening hours, but Safetravel lists an eruption area close to Grindavík, where the lagoon is. Check before you go.

Do you need to book the bath in advance?

With a tour, the ticket is part of the booking, except on Golden Circle with a ride to the Blue Lagoon, ticket not included. On your own, both the Secret Lagoon and Fontana advise booking ahead.

No bath after all?

The route alone is shorter and cheaper.