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The 15 Best Volcano & Lava Tours in Iceland

50 tours  ·  from $54 a head

Craters you can walk into, lava fields still black from the last eruption, and a show that pours molten rock across a room. These 15 are compared on how much walking is involved and how close you really get.

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater - Hveragerði gives you a gentle start
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

1.Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24,485 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $82Our pick

This full-day BusTravel Iceland tour takes you from Reykjavik to Strokkur, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, and Kerið crater. Guides such as Barbara, Andrea, Gary, and Thor add Icelandic stories, geology, folklore, and music. Choose an early departure if you want the best chance of visiting Kerið and avoiding the busiest periods.

“Had the best day, with the best sunny weather. The guide (Sunny) and driver (Symon) were very good. Sunny's knowledge was very good and she explained many things on the way round in the coach. The stops were amazing. A great time was had and some great pictures to look back on. Thank you!”

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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour - Reykjavik pickup: allow time and stay alert
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From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

2.Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6,009 reviews · 10 hours · from $132

Spend 10 hours seeing Iceland’s Golden Circle by comfortable coach, with a 1.5-hour soak at Secret Lagoon, stops at Gullfoss, Geysir, Þingvellir, and Kerið. Guides such as Sunny, Jessica, Anna, and Daniel add local stories, while the route gives you a broad taste of Iceland without driving.

“Excellent trip from start to finish -very well organised, our guide Jorgi was very good, interesting and informative. The stops were long enough to be able to appreciate the sights-which were quite spectacular. Well worth the money 👍 The”

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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater - Laugarvatn and the underground rye bread tradition
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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

3.Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,631 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $249Top rated

This 11-hour Nicetravel tour combines Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and the Blue Lagoon. A small group of up to 19 rides in a climate-controlled vehicle with Wi-Fi, guide commentary, included entry, and Reykjavik pickup. The day ends with two hours at the lagoon, including a towel, silica mask, and drink.

“We had a fabulous day seeing all the sights. Christina was an excellent guide. We would 100% recommend this tour and would book it again!”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour - Thingvellir National Park and Iceland’s first parliament
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

4.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,351 reviews · from $243

Travel from Reykjavik by minibus to Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater, then spend about two hours at the Blue Lagoon. Your English-speaking guide handles the route, stories, and timing, with guides such as Elias, Filip, Walter, Bart, and Christina praised for warmth and helpful local insight.

“omg! this trip was unbelievable! Breathtaking sights, a tour guide that was amazing, luxury travel. Brilliant!”

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Reykjavik: LAVA SHOW - Immersive Experience Entry Ticket - The opening film puts Reykjavik on volcanic ground
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Reykjavik: LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

5.LAVA SHOW – Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,360 reviews · 50 - 75 minutes · from $54Best value

Watch real molten lava flow in a safe indoor setting while an English-speaking host explains Iceland’s volcanoes, eruptions, and risks near Reykjavik. The 50 to 75 minute show includes security goggles, a short film, live demonstrations, and plenty of audience questions. Premium tickets add a drink, balcony seating, furnace-room access, and a lava souvenir.

“a fantastic, informative show. Definitely recommend this unique experience. Samantha was extremley knowledgable and answered all questions.”

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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade - The lava pour is short, hot, and memorable
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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket – Optional Premium Upgrade

6.Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket – Optional Premium Upgrade

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,278 reviews · 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Watch a live volcanic demonstration using superheated real lava, then ask questions of the host. The 50 to 70 minute show includes an educational film, safety briefing, and lava pour. Hosts such as Mariana, Samantha, Neil, and Ian bring science and humor to the presentation. Premium, for ages 13 and up, adds lounge access, a drink, balcony seating, backstage viewing, and a lava souvenir.

“This was a great experience! Neil was very informative and funny. The staff were nice and helpful. Would recommend.”

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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik - Kerid Crater: a volcanic bowl with a colorful payoff
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Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

7.Golden Circle with Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,826 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Join BusTravel Iceland for an 8.5-hour Golden Circle trip from Reykjavik, with Kerid Crater added to the classic route. Your guide explains Icelandic geology, parliament, geysers, and local life as you visit Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Thingvellir. Morning departures include Kerid, while tours leaving at noon or later do not.

“Our tour is just about to wrap up. It’s been an incredibly rainy day, which made it a bit harder to fully enjoy each stop, but Barbara was absolutely wonderful. She’s incredibly knowledgeable and eager to share fascinating facts about Iceland along with great suggestions. Michael, our driver, was fantastic as well — in all this rain and fog, he made sure we felt safe the entire time. Thank you both!”

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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour - Meeting the Icelandic horses at Sólhestar
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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

8.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,383 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $142

Ride a calm Icelandic horse for 1.5 to 2 hours through the Redhills and red lava fields south of Reykjavik. Sólhestar matches horses to your experience, separates slower and faster riders, and may offer a chance to try the Icelandic tölt. Pickup, warm gear, helmets, tea, and coffee are available.

“Waited outside to get picked up. The driver made sure it was all of us. Then drove to the area and it was great. Got suited and changed into boots. Then got on the horses and started on the trip. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. It was great. The view was amazing and the horses were great. Well trained. Easy to guide. The tour people were helpful.”

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The Lava Tunnel Tour - Raufarhólshellir - The geology you can actually see
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The Lava Tunnel Tour – Raufarhólshellir

9.The Lava Tunnel Tour – Raufarhólshellir

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,373 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $74

Explore Raufarhólshellir, one of Iceland’s best-known lava tubes, on a guided one-hour walk. You’ll see ancient lava flows, colorful rock layers, lava formations, and total darkness, while an English-speaking guide explains how the tunnel formed. Helmets and headlamps are provided, but sturdy shoes and warm waterproof clothing are essential.

“A great place for photos and to learn about the volcanic activity on Iceland. We paired this with a hike to see the lava fields and active volcanoes along the coast nearby. Highly recommend a volcano day on Iceland.”

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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour - Thingvellir: history where two plates meet
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

10.Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,932 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $253

Join BusTravel Iceland for an 11-hour small-group outing from Reykjavik, limited to 18 people. You’ll see Thingvellir, Strokkur, Gullfoss, and Kerið Crater, then relax at the Blue Lagoon with a towel, silica mud mask, and drink included. Guides such as Siggie, Ottar, Tony, and Axel add local stories and occasional bonus stops.

“This was a fantastic tour taking in sites from the golden circle, the volcano creator and finishing at the Blue Lagoon. It’s a good mix of adventuring, sightseeing and then ultimately relaxing. Our tour guide was a local named Tony who was hilarious and knowledgeable about Iceland, giving lots of useful and interesting information. We really enjoyed this to, it’s a long one at 11 hours, but the day went quickly and it was a blast.”

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Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel: Underground Expedition - The first walk beneath the lava
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Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel: Underground Expedition

11.Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel: Underground Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,717 reviews · 1 hour · from $73

Walk through Raufarhólshellir, one of Iceland’s longest lava tubes, on a one-hour guided visit. Your English-speaking guide explains how the tunnel formed, points out unusual colors and ice formations, and switches off the lights for complete darkness. Helmets, headlamps, and winter crampons are provided.

“Excellent tour! Wonderful Spanish guide! Thank you for accommodating my family and I as we arrived a little late after waiting for our camper van!”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik - Strokkur, where the ground puts on a show
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

12.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,660 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $127

Join BusTravel Iceland for a 10-hour Golden Circle day from Reykjavik, with coach transport, attraction admission, and a warm Secret Lagoon soak. Guides such as Sunny, Thor, Heidi, and Daniel have led recent departures, adding Icelandic history, geology, humor, and practical tips. Bring a towel or rent one, and expect a full day with up to 49 people.

“Really great day out worth every penny and the guide and driver where fabulous a must do trip in Iceland also you visit the secret lagoon it’s not commercialised liked the blue lagoon so it feels more natural and the oldest one. All the sights you see on this trip are fantastic. Especially if your a fan of being in a volcanic island would definitely recommend”

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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour - Pickup around Reykjavík
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Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

13.Golden Circle, Crater & Blue Lagoon Minibus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,583 reviews · 11 hours · from $252

Spend 11 hours exploring Iceland’s Golden Circle by small minibus, with stops at Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, and Kerið crater before relaxing at the Blue Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Tom, Siggie, Thorey, and Monia add local stories and humor. Admission, towel, face mask, one drink, WiFi, and pickup are included.

“My Tour was fantastic! My guide was Thorey, I loved her! She is very kind and funny. I enjoyed her explanation and the whole tour, even as Solo, the people who were with me were very nice! overall it was so fun. We went to beautiful places and had a stroll fitted. I had a question about the language, and she did explain it very well for me to understand (and butchering) the pronunciation :) Do bring some windproof clothes cuz you might be fighting with the wind for your life! Thorey at the end recommended a bakery near my stop, Solid recommendation as well! I loved it.”

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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour - Laugarvatn and the geothermal bakery story
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Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

14.Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Geothermal Lagoon -Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,550 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend a full day with an English-speaking guide visiting Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Kerid Crater, and a geothermal spa. Pickup from Reykjavik, Wi-Fi, and a maximum of 19 people keep the day simple. Choose Blue Lagoon or Hvammsvík, and check carefully whether your selected option includes admission.

“Every stop on the golden circle was amazing. Bus comfortable. Small group. Tour guide was excellent. Gave lots of information. Ample time at each stop.”

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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour - Reykjavík pickup and the long road east
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Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour

15.Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,426 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $148

Travel from Reykjavík in a group of no more than 19, visiting Þingvellir, Gullfoss, Geysir, Kerið crater, and the Secret Lagoon. English-speaking guides such as Sergio, Hilmer, Stefan, and Alex have been praised for clear commentary and good timing. Entry to the lagoon, hotel-area pickup, WiFi, and return transport are included.

“The driver, Simon, was excellent! He explained things well and made sure we got back in time for our cruise to sail.”

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