5 Days New Year's Northern Lights Adventure
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Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through Iceland's most captivating landscapes and cultural experiences. From the vibrant capital of Reykjavík to the serene Reykjanes Peninsula, the majestic waterfalls of the South Coast, and the iconic Golden Circle, this tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Enjoy relaxing soaks in the Blue Lagoon, witness the awe-inspiring Northern Lights, and celebrate New Year's Eve in true Icelandic style. With comfortable accommodations and expert guides, this tour promises an adventure of a lifetime.
Included
Daily breakfast
4-course festive dinner on the 31st of December
Fine dining in downtown Reykjavík's on the 1st of January including transfers
Arrival transfer with Flybus (no guide)
Luxury bus throughout tour with free wi-fi
Departure transfer with Flybus (no guide)
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
Entrance with towel at Blue Lagoon
Entrance fee to Skógar Folk Museum and Turf Houses
Northern Lights program during 2 evenings with a combination of lectures, presentations, film and guided searches for Northern Lights and midnight refreshments.
Use of winter & Northern Lights explorer equipment: Simple non slip snow & ice grippers spikes for shoes and flash light
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Attractions
Great Geysir
Eyjafjallajökull Info Point
Thingvellir National Park
Seljalandsfoss
Skógafoss
Skógar Museum
Strokkur
Reykjanes Lighthouse
Reynisdrangar
Dyrhólaey lighthouse
Gullfoss
Garður Old LighthouseDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavík
- Reykjavik - Arrival day
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Upon arrival at Keflavík International Airport, the Flybus shuttle will transport you to your hotel in Reykjavík. Spend your first night in Iceland's vibrant capital city. If time permits, explore the city at your own pace.
Day 2 – Day 2: Discovering Reykjavík 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 for a tour of Reykjavík's highlights. Journey 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. In the evening, enjoy a presentation on the Northern Lights and, if the skies are clear, step outside to witness this natural phenomenon.
Day 3 – Day 3: South Coast Adventure and New Year's Eve Celebration
- Rangárþing ytra
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- Eyjafjallajökull Info Point
- Seljalandsfoss
- Skógafoss
- Skógar Museum
- Reynisdrangar
- Dyrhólaey lighthouse
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Travel along the South Coast, stopping near the active volcano beneath the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. Visit the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall and the Skógar Folk Museum. Marvel at the Skógafoss waterfall before heading to the Black Lava Beach at Reynisfjara, Dyrhólaey, and the Reynisdrangar Sea Cliffs. Visit the village of Vík. In the evening, celebrate New Year's Eve with a traditional Icelandic bonfire tour and a festive dinner at Árhús Restaurant in Hella. Enjoy fireworks and, if lucky, the Northern Lights.
Day 4 – Day 4: Golden Circle Exploration
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- Great Geysir
- Thingvellir National Park
- Strokkur
- Gullfoss
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Embark on the Golden Circle route, starting with the Geysir geothermal fields. Witness the Strokkur geyser erupting every 5-10 minutes. Continue to Gullfoss, a majestic double waterfall. Visit Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to Reykjavík for an overnight stay and enjoy a culinary treat at a downtown restaurant.
Day 5 – Day 5: Departure from Reykjavík
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Conclude your Icelandic adventure with an individual transfer by Flybus airport shuttle from your accommodation in Reykjavík to Keflavík Airport.
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