5 Days Land of Northern Lights
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the enchanting landscapes of Iceland. From the vibrant city life of Reykjavik to the serene beauty of the Reykjanes Peninsula, this tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and cultural experiences. Discover majestic waterfalls, explore historic museums, and soak in the rejuvenating waters of the Blue Lagoon. Traverse the iconic Golden Circle, marvel at geysers and waterfalls, and delve into the history of Þingvellir National Park. Each day promises new adventures and the chance to witness the mesmerizing Northern Lights. Comfortable accommodations and expert guides ensure a seamless and enriching journey through the land of fire and ice.
Included
Daily breakfasts
Arrival transfer with Flybus (no guide)
Luxury bus throughout tour with free wi-fi
Departure transfer with Flybus (no guide)
4 nights in tourist-class hotels including breakfast
Hótel Cabin:
Cabin is our budget accommodation in Reykjavík for this tour. The hotel offers standard rooms that are 10m2 with private bathrooms. A restaurant and bar are located on the ground floor of the hotel. The hotel is ideally located for sightseeing and some shopping in the city center.
Hótel Klettur
: Klettur is our comfort accommodation in Reykjavík for this tour. The hotel offers standard rooms that are 18-24m2 with private bathrooms. A bar, with a excellent selection of Icelandic beers, cocktails and wine, is located on the ground floor of the hotel.
Stracta Hotel:
Stracta is both our budget and comfort accommodation on the country side. Stracta is located in a small village with little exposure to city lights, making the possibility for viewing the Northern Lights from the hotel garden, or possibly your window. Our travelers that book the budget option will be staying in a standard room, which are 18m2, with private bathrooms, and our travelers that book the comfort oprtion will be staying in studio rooms, which are 24m2, with private bathrooms and a small kitchenette suitable for basic self-catering. A restaurant is located on the ground floor of the hotel. In the evenings you can relax in the hot tubs and sauna located in the hotel gardens.
All hotels have breakfast and free WiFi.
Hotels are subject to change.
Experienced English-speaking driver and guide throughout tour apart from arrival and departure days
Arival and departure airport transfers
Entrance with towel at Blue Lagoon
Entrance fee to Skógar folk museum and turf houses
Visit to Icelandic horse stables & geothermal greenhouse
Northern Lights program during 2 evenings with a combination of lectures, presentations, film and guided searches for the Northern Lights and midnight refreshments
Use of winter & Northern Lights explorer equipment: simple non-slip snow & ice grippers spikes for shoes and a flashlight that is helpful when walking in the dark and operating your photo camera at night.
Destinations
Reykjavik
Rangárþing ytraMap
Attractions
Great Geysir
Thingvellir National Park
Seljalandsfoss
Skógafoss
Black Sand Beach Vik
Skógar Museum
Reykjanes Lighthouse
Gullfoss
Garður Old LighthouseDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavik
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport, enjoy a convenient transfer via Flybus shuttle to your accommodation in Reykjavik. If time permits, take the opportunity to explore the vibrant capital city of Iceland at your own pace. Overnight stay at Hotel Cabin (Budget version) or Hótel Klettur (Comfort version), or similar.
Day 2 – Day 2: Discover Reykjavik and Reykjanes Peninsula
- Reykjavik
- Rangárþing ytra
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- Reykjanes Lighthouse
- Garður Old Lighthouse
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Meet your tour guide at 09:00 to explore the highlights of Reykjavik. Then, venture to the Reykjanes Peninsula, known for its hot springs, mountains, bird cliffs, lighthouses, and fishing villages. End the day with a relaxing soak in the Blue Lagoon's mineral-rich waters. Stay for two nights in simple cottages in South Iceland, with an option to upgrade to Hotel Stracta in Hella. In the evening, learn about the Northern Lights from your guide and keep an eye out for them in the garden.
Day 3 – Day 3: South Coast Wonders
Day 3: South Coast Wonders
- Seljalandsfoss
- Black sand beach
- Skógafoss
- Skógar Museum
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Journey along the south coast to the area near the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. Visit the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the Skógar Folk Museum, which showcases Iceland's rich history. Marvel at the impressive Skógafoss waterfall. In the afternoon, opt for a glacier walk on the Sólheimajökull glacier or explore the black lava beach and bird cliffs at Reynisfjara near Vík. In the evening, attend another Northern Lights presentation and search for the lights in the expansive grounds of Hotel Stracta in Hella.
Day 4 – Day 4: Golden Circle Adventure
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- Great Geysir
- Thingvellir National Park
- Gullfoss
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Start the day by learning about the unique Icelandic horse and visiting a geothermal greenhouse. Travel the iconic Golden Circle route, beginning with the Geysir geothermal fields, where you'll witness the Strokkur geyser erupting every 5-10 minutes. Continue to the majestic Gullfoss waterfall, and then explore Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Reykjavik for your final night, staying at Hotel Cabin (Budget version) or Hótel Klettur (Comfort version), or similar. Consider booking an optional Northern Lights evening cruise if conditions are favorable.
Day 5 – Day 5: Departure from Reykjavik
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Conclude your Icelandic adventure with an individual transfer by Flybus airport shuttle from your accommodation in Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport.
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