Private Monster Truck Golden Circle Tour by Superjeep from Reykjavik

Reykjavik does Golden Circle tours, but this one turns it into a ride. You trade quiet bus roads for a monster truck day with real off-road time, plus the classic trio of sights: Thingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss.

I especially liked two things. First, it is truly private, so you can move at your pace and not feel like you are glued to a crowd. Second, the Ford Excursion 6 door super jeep setup is built for comfort while still feeling adventurous, with Wi-Fi, leather seats, air conditioning, and a big-step entry.

The main consideration is simple: it is an all-day outing that mixes paved driving with rugged roads. If you hate bumpy rides or long hours in the car, this may not be your best fit.

Key Highlights You Can Plan Around

• Private, up to 10 people per Monster Truck, so the day feels less rushed
• Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik, making logistics easy from the start
• Ford Excursion 6 door super jeep with 46-inch wheels, designed for rough Iceland terrain
• Golden Circle classics in one loop, with built-in flexibility to adjust as you go
• Langjökull area off-road time, plus stops that help you take in the scale of the ice cap
• All-weather operations, so you should dress for real Iceland conditions

Entering The Reykjavik Monster Truck Experience

Your day starts with hotel pickup in Reykjavik at 8:30am, then you head out with your guide in a modified 4×4 Ford Excursion monster truck. The vehicle is set up for rough terrain with 46-inch wheels, and it includes features that make a long day easier, like leather seats, air conditioning, GPS, Wi-Fi, and a first-aid kit. There is also an extra fold-down step for easier access, and the truck is kitted out for security and tracking.

This is not the kind of tour where you only hop out for photos and shuffle on. The point is the travel itself. You get the Golden Circle’s big name sites, but you also get the thrill of being taken off the beaten track in a vehicle meant for Iceland’s weather and roads.

If you are visiting Iceland for the first time, I like that the guide can tailor the rhythm. You are not stuck watching the same timing checkmarks for a whole busload. In one recent group experience, the guide named Eric was described as personable and knowledgeable, and that matters, because this day is as much about context as it is about scenery.

Thingvellir National Park: Where the Ground Tells a Story

Your first major stop is Thingvellir National Park, a place that feels both historical and geologically alive. Iceland’s parliament was founded here over a thousand years ago, so you get a strong human layer right alongside the science.

But what makes Thingvellir special is what is happening under your feet. The tectonic plates here are pulling apart, slowly, and you can literally stand where the ground reflects that movement. The North America and Eurasia plates meet and diverge in this landscape, so even if you only remember one lesson from the day, it is a solid one: Iceland is active, not just scenic.

What to expect in practical terms is time outdoors in a public park with viewpoints and walkable areas. Your guide will keep you moving, but you are not just rushing through. The value here is that Thingvellir is both a destination and an explanation. You see the physical reality behind terms like tectonic plates, rifts, and continental drift.

Drawback to plan for: it can be windy and cool, even when Reykjavik feels mild. Dress for the outdoors. This tour runs in all weather, so the right layers matter more than your footwear brand.

Geysir and Haukadalur: Watching Strokkur Without Losing the Day

After Thingvellir, you move to the geothermal zone around Geysir in Haukadalur. This is one of those places where the air itself feels different. You get steam vents, hot springs, and the kind of weird color in the water that looks unreal until you see it up close.

The main star is Strokkur, a geyser that erupts often, about every five minutes. That frequency changes the whole experience. You do not have to plan your day like a clock. You can watch, take your time, and still catch eruptions without stress.

This stop also works well for a mixed group. Even if everyone is not equally into geology, everyone reacts to the spectacle of a geyser firing off on a predictable schedule. And the setting is compact enough that you can get good views without a long hike.

One consideration: geothermal areas can have strong smells of sulfur. It is not harmful for most people, but if you are sensitive to strong odors, you might want a hat and to keep your expectations realistic.

Gullfoss Waterfall and the Gullfoss Café Lunch Break

Next up is Gullfoss, often called the queen of Icelandic waterfalls. The reason it earns that nickname is obvious once you see it: the falls are tall and forceful, dropping into a deep gorge. From the right angles, the power looks bigger than the photos.

This is also where the tour turns from pure sightseeing to fueling for the afternoon. You stop for lunch at Gullfoss Café. The menu is described as local and varied, with options like Icelandic meat soup. Your lunch time is useful because it breaks up the day before you head into the higher, rougher terrain.

One key point for your budget: food and drinks are not included. So you should treat lunch as a chance to spend on something warm and filling while you are already at a major landmark. If you want to keep the day comfortable, plan on buying a hot meal rather than trying to speed through snacks.

In a recent group experience, the lunch stop included a mention of also finding ice cream nearby, which fits the vibe of this kind of Iceland roadside café. I cannot promise specific items each day, but I can say this is the kind of location where you will likely find at least one treat option if that matters to your group.

Langjökull Off-Road Time: The Part Most Tours Don’t Do

After lunch, the day gets more rugged. This is when you swap the classic Golden Circle “route” feel for something closer to a true Iceland adventure: off-road riding in the Monster Truck, heading toward the highlands and glacier region of Langjökull, which means long glacier. It is described as the second largest ice cap in Iceland.

Instead of just driving near the ice, you are taken through rough terrain and glacier-area surroundings, from your seat in the vehicle. The day includes occasional stops to take in what you are seeing, which is important. Iceland looks dramatic even when you think you are looking at a plain stretch, and getting a moment outside helps you reset your brain before you continue.

Langjökull is a good target for this kind of tour for a reason that is practical: a monster truck is built for surfaces you cannot reach in typical rental cars or most tour buses. That is the value. You are not only seeing Iceland, you are getting closer to the places that feel remote.

In one group experience, the guide and truck setup delivered a memorable glacier stop moment, including a stop around the ice. That kind of timing is what you should hope for in your weather and road conditions, because it is the payoff for choosing a super jeep day instead of sticking to paved highlights.

A consideration here is comfort. Even with leather seats and air conditioning, off-road riding can jolt. If you are prone to motion sickness, bring what usually works for you. And keep your camera handy, but also remember to keep your attention on what your guide is doing, especially in narrow or uneven areas.

Faxi Waterfall and the Return to Reykjavik

To close the tour, you visit Faxi, described as a small but beautiful waterfall. This stop is shorter than the big hitters like Gullfoss, but it has its place. After hours of major landscapes, Faxi offers a calmer visual rhythm. It is a nice way to end without rushing straight into the long drive back.

Then you head back toward Reykjavik, with return timing around 5:00pm. That return window is helpful for planning your evening. If you have dinner reservations or want to keep your night open for the Northern Lights hunt or a relaxed soak, you will likely still have time.

One small planning tip: because you are doing a full day, your energy level will matter more than usual. Bring a layer for the ride back, even if the morning started mild.

Vehicle Comfort and Group Size: Why Private Feels Different

This tour is offered as a private experience, with up to 10 people per Monster Truck. Private here is not just a marketing label. It changes the tone of the day because your guide can respond to your group. You can ask questions without feeling like you are interrupting a script. You also have more control over pace, including the mentioned possibility of reversing the circle to help you escape crowds.

The vehicle choice also matters. A Ford Excursion 6 door monster truck is not only about the wheels. The comfort details are practical for a long day: leather seats, air conditioning, GPS, and Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi can be nice for quick messages or storing travel notes before you lose signal, and it also makes downtime during transfers less annoying.

The extra fold-down step helps with entry, and the truck includes safety tools like a first-aid kit plus tracking and security equipment. That adds confidence when you are off-road in changing weather.

Potential drawback: because it is private and capped at 10, the cost per person can be high if you are not filling the group. If you are traveling as a smaller party, you will still get the private day, but the value equation shifts.

Price, Value, and When It Makes Sense at $2,776 per Group

The listed price is $2,776 per group, for up to 10 people, with pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik. That is a big number at first glance, so I like to look at it as cost sharing plus what you are actually buying.

What you are paying for includes:

• a full-day route that hits the Golden Circle’s main sites
• off-road riding toward Langjökull
• national park fees
• hotel pickup and drop-off
• transport in a modified 6 door Ford Excursion monster truck
• tour features like Wi-Fi and guide-led driving in a specialized vehicle

If you can fill the group, the per-person value becomes much more believable, because the price is designed for shared transport. If you are traveling as a couple, you should weigh this as a premium option compared to bus-based Golden Circle tours.

Where it truly shines is for people who want more than a checklist. If you care about the experience of getting there, not just standing at viewpoints, the monster truck component is the heart of the day. It also works well if you dislike crowded stops and would rather have a guide who can adjust timing and route direction to suit your group.

Who Should Book This Superjeep Golden Circle Tour

This is a strong fit if you:

• want a private Golden Circle day from Reykjavik with minimal hassle
• like off-road experiences and want to feel the terrain instead of watching it from a bus
• are okay with a long day that blends paved and rough roads
• want comfort details like leather seats and air conditioning, not just rugged sightseeing

It may be less ideal if you:

• dislike bumpy vehicles or have motion sickness issues
• want meals fully included, since food and drinks are not included even though you do stop for lunch
• want a low-cost option, since this is priced for a group and is a premium format

Also, you should note that snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier is not included. You can still expect glacier-area scenery and stops, but if you specifically want snowmobiling, you would need to add it separately.

Should You Book It, Yes or No?

Yes, if your idea of a great Iceland day includes both the famous stops and a serious vehicle experience. The private setup, the comfortable monster truck, the off-road Langjökull segment, and the guide-led context at Thingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss make this feel like more than a drive-by tour.

I would book it especially if you are traveling with a group who can fill the vehicle closer to capacity. That is where the value lands. And if your schedule allows, ask your guide about the option to reverse the circle, it can help you reduce crowd pressure.

You should skip it if you want a relaxed, quiet day with minimal motion and you cannot justify the premium price for a smaller party. In that case, a standard Golden Circle tour might get you the same landmarks with less cost.

FAQ

How long is the Private Monster Truck Golden Circle Tour?

The tour runs about 8 to 9 hours.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Yes. Pickup is offered from your Reykjavik hotel, and you are returned around 5:00pm.

How many people are in each Monster Truck?

There is a maximum of 10 people per Monster Truck.

What is included in the tour price?

The price includes a private tour, freedom to customize, hotel pickup and drop-off, national park fees, and transport by a 6 door Ford Excursion monster truck with leather seats and Wi-Fi.

Is lunch included?

Food and drinks are not included. The tour includes a lunch stop at Gullfoss Café, where you can purchase food and drinks.

Does the tour include snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier?

No. Snowmobiling on Langjökull glacier is not included.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the experience starts. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid is not refunded.