The Golden Circle The Golden Circle is the most popular day tour in Iceland, probably because it features some of the most impressive natural phenomena in the country, but you can still get back to the city before dark. The first stop is the Geysir geothermal area. Close by is one of Iceland’s most powerful and majestic waterfalls, Gullfoss, the Golden Waterfall. The Golden Circle tour then comes to an end with a stop at Þingvellir National Park. It’s an area that’s impressive, both historically and geographically as it is the spot where the tectonic plates of Europe and America meet, creating some stunning views. For those who are interested, Þingvellir is also a world-renowned diving site. Horseback riding The Icelandic horse is a breed unlike any other in the world. It’s been bred in complete isolation since the 11th century, a feat only accomplished because of Iceland’s isolation. Small and extremely well-tempered, the
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Icelandic horse is known for its unique gait, the “tölt,” an unusual gait where the horse seems to crouch down and slide over rough landscapes like lava fields. You’ll find a variety of tours on christmas.tourdesk.is for all levels of expertise as well as a perfect opportunity to test-drive the “tölt.” Activities in town Nature can be beautiful this time of year, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of things to do within the city limits, especially when the weather is acting up. The museums of Reykjavík, both art and history, can be a very rewarding experience for the culturally-minded. After nurturing the mind in the museums, the geothermally-heated swimming pools of Reykjavík can take care of the body with a relaxing soak in the hot tubs. Afterwards, there are several great restaurants scattered throughout the centre and plenty of Christmas concerts and other events to keep you occupied.
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