5 Days Land of Northern Lights
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a thrilling multi-day tour that takes you through the heart of Iceland, from the bustling capital city of Reykjavik to the serene landscapes of the South Coast. This tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and adventure. Explore the geothermal wonders of the Reykjanes Peninsula, soak in the famous Blue Lagoon, and marvel at the Northern Lights. Discover the rich history of Iceland at Skógar folk museums, and experience the power of nature at the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. Walk on the Sólheimajökull glacier and explore the black lava beach at Reynisfjara. Learn about the Icelandic horse and visit a geothermal greenhouse. Finally, traverse the iconic Golden Circle route, visiting the Geysir geothermal fields, the Gullfoss waterfall, and the Þingvellir National Park. This tour promises an unforgettable 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.
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavik
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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Upon your arrival at Keflavik airport, a Flybus shuttle bus will take you to your accommodation in Reykjavik. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to explore Iceland's vibrant capital city on your own. Your overnight stay will be at Hotel Cabin or Hótel Klettur (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Reykjavik to South Iceland
- Reykjavik
- Rangárþing ytra
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- Reykjanes Lighthouse
- Garður Old Lighthouse
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At 09:00, meet your tour guide who will show you the highlights of Reykjavik before heading out to the Reykjanes Peninsula. Here, you'll encounter hot springs, mountains, bird cliffs, lighthouses, and fishing villages. The day ends with a relaxing soak in the warm mineral waters of the famous Blue Lagoon. You'll spend the night in simple cottages in South Iceland, with an option to upgrade to the Stracta Hotel in Hella. In the evening, learn about the Northern Lights from your tour guide and, if conditions allow, watch them dance across the sky from the garden of your accommodation.
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring South Iceland
Day 3: Exploring South Iceland
- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
- Black Sand Beach Vik
- Skógar Museum
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Today, you'll explore the south coast of Iceland, starting with a visit to the Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the Skógar folk museums. You'll also see the impressive Skógafoss waterfall. In the afternoon, you have the option to join a glacier walk on the Sólheimajökull glacier. If you prefer not to do the glacier walk, you'll continue further south to the black lava beach at Reynisfjara near Vík. In the evening, there's another presentation about the Northern Lights, and if conditions are right, you may see them from the grounds of your accommodation. Overnight stay will be at Hotel Stracta or similar.
Day 4 – Day 4: Golden Circle Route to Reykjavik
- Reykjavik
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- Great Geysir
- Thingvellir National Park
- Gullfoss Falls
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In the morning, you'll learn about the Icelandic horse and visit a geothermal greenhouse before embarking on the Golden Circle route. You'll see the steam rising from the Geysir geothermal fields and marvel at the double waterfall of Gullfoss. You'll also visit the Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before returning to Reykjavík for your last night. An optional Northern Lights evening cruise can be booked if the weather conditions are ideal. Your overnight stay will be at Hotel Cabin or Hótel Klettur (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Departure from Reykjavík
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On your final day, a Flybus airport shuttle will provide individual transfers from your accommodation in Reykjavík to Keflavík Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable journey through Iceland.
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