Northern Lights & Hidden Gems - 8 days

Welcome to Reykjavik, the vibrant capital of Iceland. Spend the day exploring the city's cultural landmarks, museums, and galleries. Don't miss the iconic Hallgrimkirkja Church, inspired by the Svartivoss Waterfall. As night falls, embark on a Northern Lights boat tour under the guidance of an expert aurora guide.

Today, we journey along the Golden Circle route, visiting the geological wonders of Thingvellir National Park and the majestic Gullfoss waterfall. As the day ends, we settle in the peaceful village of Kirkjubajarklaustur, an ideal base for spotting the magical Northern Lights.

Our journey continues along the South Coast route. We start with a visit to the remarkable Reynisfjara black sand beach before heading towards the icy glaciers. We'll also visit the world-famous Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. Our day ends in Hofn, the lobster capital of Iceland.

Today, we journey along the coastline of the Eastern Fjords to the charming fishing village of Djúpivogur. We'll visit the renowned sculpture work, Eggin of Gleðivík, and embark on a scenic hike to Hengifoss, Iceland's second-highest waterfall. Our day ends in the riverside town of Egilsstaðir.

Leaving Egilsstaðir, we head to Mývatn, where we explore Námaskarð's geothermal wonderland and visit Hverfjall Crater. Relax at the Mývatn Nature Baths and visit the historic Goðafoss waterfall. We spend the night in Akureyri, known for its stunning fjords and excellent restaurants.

Today, we embark on a thrilling whale-watching cruise from the fishing town of Dalvik. After whale-watching, we explore Dalvík and continue to Siglufjörður, admiring the colorful houses reflecting the town's herring-based past. We end our day in Laugarbakki, where we'll have another chance to look for the Northern Lights.

We make our return journey to Reykjavik today, stopping at the Deildartunguhver Hot Spring and the legendary Barnafoss waterfall. We also see the Hraunfossar cascade, where the water emerges straight from the lava field. In the evening, join our Northern Lights minibus tour for an enchanting experience.

Enjoy a leisurely day in Reykjavik as the tour comes to an end. Explore new paths, go for a scenic bike ride, or visit the Reykjavik Botanical Gardens. Don't miss the chance to take a dip in Laugardalslaug, Iceland's largest swimming pool. Make the most of your final day in this vibrant city!