Private Monster Truck Golden Circle Tour by Superjeep from Reykjavik

This is a Golden Circle day that trades smooth highways for real 4×4 traction, in a Monster Truck built for Iceland’s rough edges. You still hit the big three stops, but the best part is how the day feels like an expedition instead of a checklist.

What I like most is the comfort for the chaos. You ride in a Ford Excursion 6-door monster truck with leather seats, air conditioning, GPS, and Wi-Fi, so you can stay connected while still getting the big wheels rolling off the beaten track.

The main thing to consider is value. At $2,776 per group (up to 10), it makes the most sense if you’re splitting the cost with friends or family, since food and drinks are not included.

Quick hits before you go

• Private tour for up to 10 in a 6-door Monster Truck, so you control the pace.
• Wi-Fi and leather seating mean the ride stays comfortable even when the terrain gets wild.
• Golden Circle highlights in one long day: Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, plus more.
• Off-road time near Langjökull in an all-weather, big-wheel machine with 46-inch tires.
• Reverse-circle option to help you dodge the biggest crowd moments.
• Lunch stop at Gullfoss Café, with local meal choices along the falls.

Monster Truck comfort and why this Golden Circle feels different

Most Golden Circle tours feel like a bus schedule with photo stops. This one is different because you’re in a vehicle designed for rough ground, not just sightseeing. You leave Reykjavik in the morning, then spend the day bouncing between Iceland’s famous sights and the kind of terrain you cannot reach on regular roads.

The truck itself is a big part of the appeal. It’s a Ford Excursion with six doors and modified for off-road work, including big 46-inch wheels. The driver is an experienced guide who handles both wilderness tracks and highways, and the whole setup includes practical safety gear like a first-aid kit and extra security equipment.

You also get details that matter when the day runs 8 to 9 hours. There’s air conditioning and leather seating, plus an extra fold-down step for easier access. And yes, there’s Wi-Fi onboard, along with GPS, so your phone does not become a dead battery by mid-morning. The tour runs in all weather conditions, so dress for Iceland reality, not Iceland wishes.

If you care about pace, you’ll like the private format. This tour is exclusively for your group, and you have flexibility to adjust your itinerary to your preferences. There’s even the possibility of reversing the circle to escape crowds, which can be a real quality-of-life upgrade if you strongly dislike waiting behind other tour groups.

Finally, there’s a guide name you might hear: Eric. If you end up with Eric, expect a personable, knowledgeable, fun day, with a real effort to make the driving and the stops feel worth your time.

Pickup, timing, and what 8 to 9 hours really means

Your day starts with hotel pickup around 8:30am in Reykjavik. The tour ends back at the meeting point area near the start, around 5:00pm. That’s a long day, but it’s the kind that works well if you want one major outing rather than splitting your sightseeing into multiple short tours.

Plan your morning like you’re going hiking. You’ll want comfortable layers, weatherproof outerwear, and footwear that can handle wet or muddy ground. The tour operates in all weather conditions, which is great because it keeps your trip plans moving, but it also means you should assume you’ll step outside at least a few times for viewpoints.

Lunch and timing are built into the itinerary, but food and drinks are not included. You stop at Gullfoss Café for lunch later in the day, which is handy because you’re not hunting for food while everyone is already hungry. Still, bring cashless payment options you trust, plus snacks if you’re the type who gets shaky without them.

Group size is capped at 10 people per Monster Truck, which keeps the day from feeling like a parade. You’ll also get a more personal feel for the stops, since you can ask questions and adjust timing without waiting for a big group to gather.

Thingvellir National Park, where you feel the planet move

Your first major stop is Thingvellir National Park. This is not just a pretty rift valley. It’s where the Icelandic parliament was founded over 1000 years ago, and it’s also one of the clearest places in the world to understand tectonic plates in motion.

Here’s what makes it special for your day: you get history plus real physical drama. You’ll see the earth slowly pulling apart along the boundary between the North America and Eurasian tectonic plates. When you stand in the park, it helps you understand why Iceland is what it is, geologically, and why so much of what you see later in the day is heat and power rising from below.

You’ll also get a sense of where Viking settlers stood centuries ago. That connection is part of the emotional payoff of Thingvellir, because it turns the Golden Circle into more than waterfalls and geysers. It becomes a story about land that was forming while people were making it their home.

Practical note: this is a walking stop, so wear grippy shoes and be ready for uneven ground. If the weather is rough, you’ll likely spend more time taking it in from safe viewpoints and less time wandering. That’s normal in all-weather tours, and it still makes the visit worthwhile.

The Geysir area and timing your photos for Strokkur

Next up is the Geysir geothermal area in Haukadalur. This stop is where the Golden Circle gets noisy and a little spooky in the best way. You’ll see geysers, hot springs, and steam vents, and you may notice eerie-looking blue algae around the geothermal activity.

The star here is Strokkur, which erupts almost every 5 minutes. That regular timing is a gift. You do not need to race to the perfect spot and hope. You can watch, wait, and still catch the eruptions without feeling like you’re constantly sprinting.

What you should do to get the most out of this: find a viewing area, then keep your camera ready but don’t obsess over the exact moment. If you focus too hard on timing, you’ll miss the broader picture of steam, rock, heat, and the way the area changes from eruption to eruption.

One of the nice benefits of having a knowledgeable driver is that you tend to land at the right moment and get practical guidance. If you’re with a strong guide such as Eric, you’re likely to get helpful context on what you’re seeing and why the eruptions behave the way they do.

Weather note: geothermal areas can be windy. Bring a jacket that blocks wind and a bag cover or waterproof pouch for your phone or camera if you’re worried about mist.

Gullfoss waterfall, lunch at Gullfoss Café, and how to plan your time

After the geysers, you reach Gullfoss waterfall, often called the queen of Icelandic waterfalls. It’s high, powerful, and drops into a deep gorge. It’s one of those places where you quickly understand why people build their entire Iceland trip around just a few key stops.

This stop has two sides. There’s the dramatic view side, with the sound and spray doing the talking. Then there’s the reality-check side: the gorge and mist make it feel wilder than the photos, and you’ll want to plan where you stand so you get a good view without getting soaked.

Lunch comes at Gullfoss Café, and this is one of the smart parts of the tour. Instead of forcing you to decide where to eat while you’re traveling, you get a known spot with local flair. Options can include Icelandic meat soup, and it’s conveniently placed right alongside the Gullfoss experience.

Because food and drinks are not included, think of lunch as part of your own budget for the day, not a surprise. If you’re traveling as a group, you might want to agree on meal pace early so nobody is stuck waiting while others finish.

What to bring for Gullfoss: a waterproof layer and something to protect your gear from spray. Even when it’s not raining, waterfall mist can still find you.

Off-road to Langjökull in a 46-inch wheeled monster truck

After lunch, the tour shifts from sightseeing to real off-road riding. This is the part most people came for, because it’s the moment you leave the typical Golden Circle routine behind.

You’ll drive the Monster truck to the highlands, rough terrain, and glacier area of Langjökull, Icelandic for long glacier. Langjökull is known as the second largest ice cap in Iceland, with an area around 953 km², and the tour is designed to let you experience that scale from inside the truck.

You’ll enjoy the terrain from the vehicle, with occasional stops to take in sights. That matters because it gives you a rhythm. You are not constantly getting out, so you stay warm and save energy, but you still get chances to look around and appreciate the emptiness and power of the area.

From a value perspective, this extra driving is what turns the price from a standard tour fee into a different category of experience. You’re paying for access to off-road areas and for a vehicle that can handle that access. If all you want is the classic three Golden Circle stops, a cheaper tour might make sense. If you want the full Superjeep feeling, including the rugged run beyond the normal roads, this is where the money starts to feel more justified.

Practical note: the tour does not include snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier. If you’re hoping for that kind of add-on, you’ll need separate arrangements, since it’s listed as not included.

Faxi waterfall, then the ride back to Reykjavik

Before heading back, you visit Faxi, a small but beautiful waterfall. It works like a closer for the day. You get one more dose of Iceland’s water power, without the long commitment of another major stop.

Then it’s back to Reykjavik, with arrival around 5:00pm. By late afternoon, you’ll likely feel the day in your body in the best way, like you did something outdoors even if you spent plenty of time seated in comfort. The Wi-Fi, GPS, and air conditioning help keep fatigue from turning into misery.

If your group is the type that likes photos, you’ll probably find this leg helps too. You’re heading toward the city, but you’re not done with the scenery yet. Those last viewpoints can be the ones you end up reusing for your trip album, because they don’t all look exactly like the morning stops.

Price and value, what you’re really paying for

At $2,776 per group up to 10, the headline number looks steep if you think per person. But the structure changes the math quickly when you split the group cost. One of the best ways to judge value is to ask what parts of the day you could not replicate easily on your own.

You are paying for:

• A private tour format for your group rather than sharing time with strangers.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off that saves time and planning.
• Access to a modified off-road Monster Truck with 46-inch wheels.
• Driver-guiding and safety gear that’s designed for wilderness and highway driving in Iceland.
• Inclusion of National Park fees.
• Onboard comfort features like Wi-Fi and leather seating.

What you pay extra for:

• Food and drinks are not included, though you do stop at Gullfoss Café for lunch.
• Snowmobiling is not included.

So if you can travel with 4 to 10 people, this can become one of the best “one big activity” plays for first-time visitors. If you’re a couple or solo traveler, you’ll need to decide if the off-road Monster Truck access is worth the private cost compared to a standard Golden Circle tour.

The private flexibility is another value angle. The ability to adjust the itinerary and potentially reverse the circle to escape crowds can make the day feel less rushed and more yours.

Who this Superjeep Golden Circle Monster Truck tour suits best

This is a great match if you want your Golden Circle day to feel active and slightly wild, not just scenic. I’d especially recommend it if:

• You’re visiting Reykjavik and want one full-day experience that covers the main sites plus extra terrain time.
• Your group includes people who like comfort as much as adventure, since the truck has leather seats, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi.
• You want a private format that lets you move at a pace that fits your group.
• You dislike big crowds and might use the reverse-circle idea to improve timing.

It may be less ideal if:

• You only care about the classic three stops and you’re happy with standard buses.
• Your budget is tight and you’re counting every extra cost, because food and drinks are on you.

Should you book it?

I think this tour is a strong booking when your goal is a memorable first Iceland day that goes beyond the photo postcard route. The Monster Truck vehicle quality and the off-road Langjökull time are the two big reasons to choose this specific operator, especially if your group can split the price.

If you’re the kind of traveler who likes being comfortable while still getting access to places other tours cannot reach, you’ll likely feel satisfied by the end of the day. Just plan for Iceland weather, budget for meals, and bring the mindset that this is a full day with real driving, not a short sightseeing loop.

FAQ

How much does the private Monster Truck Golden Circle tour cost?

The price is $2,776.00 per group, with a maximum group size of up to 10 people.

What time is pickup in Reykjavik, and how long is the tour?

Pickup is at 8:30am from your Reykjavik hotel area. The tour lasts about 8 to 9 hours and you return around 5:00pm.

What are the main stops on the tour?

You visit Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area at Haukadalur, Gullfoss waterfall, and then you go to off-road areas near Langjökull. You also stop at Faxi waterfall.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Is food included, or will I need to pay for meals?

Food and drinks are not included. Lunch is at Gullfoss Café, where you can choose from options like Icelandic meat soup.

Is snowmobiling on Langjökull included?

No. Snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier is not included.

Is the tour offered in all weather conditions?

Yes, it operates in all weather conditions. You should dress appropriately.