Northern Lights Iceland

Golden Circle & South Coast Winter Mood

3-Day Guided Winter Tour

Duration

3 Days

Season

Winter (Oct. - Apr.)

Tour Level

Easy

Max Group Size

18 PAX

Description

On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the iconic geothermal Geysir, the powerful Gullfoss waterfall, and Thingvellir National Park along the Golden Circle route. You’ll then explore the renowned South Coast, where you’ll see the waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, as well as the famous Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. The journey continues to the breathtaking Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) in Vatnajökull National Park, where you can also explore Europe’s largest glacier and enter a blue ice cave. In the evening, your guide will update you on the Northern Lights forecast, and if conditions are favorable, he will suggest nearby spots for viewing this spectacular phenomenon.

Included

Transport in a minibus from the Capital, Reykjavík
Wi-Fi access in the minibus
Accommodation for 2 nights (private bathroom, breakfast included)
Professional English-speaking guide
Glacier Hike & Ice Cave Tour with a certified Glacier Guide
Northern Lights under the right conditions
Personal travel advisor
Icelandic taxes

 

Not Included

Meals, drinks, and entrance costs, unless otherwise noted
Personal Travel Insurance
Any services not listed above as “included”

Itinerary

Day 1
Highlights

Geysir Geothermal Area

Gullfoss Waterfall

Þingvellir National Park

Northern Lights (if conditions allow)

Good to Know
  • A 24-inch suitcase is included. Add additional bags for storage while making a reservation.
  • Choose your Reykjavík pick-up point from a drop-down menu when making a reservation.
  • Northern Lights are a random phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed by the operator.
Parc national de Thingvellir

The tour kicks off at 8 a.m. from Reykjavík, heading towards Geysir geothermal area, known for its array of colorful hot springs. Strokkur, a geyser in the area, erupts every five minutes, shooting water up to 35 meters into the air.

 

Next, you'll marvel at the "Golden Falls" (Gullfoss), where water from Langjökull, Iceland’s second-largest glacier, melts and tumbles into a deep canyon. On clear days, you might catch a glimpse of Langjökull in the distance, and if you’re lucky, see a rainbow forming in the mist of the falls—a perfect photo opportunity!

 

The tour then takes you to a unique location where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates are pulling apart. Nowhere else in the world can you witness this geological phenomenon as clearly. Beyond its natural beauty, Thingvellir National Park holds historical importance as the site where Icelanders founded their parliament in 930 AD, a place where chieftains would gather each summer.

 

Before reaching the hotel, your guide will share an update on the possibility of seeing the Northern Lights tonight. Although sightings can't be guaranteed due to their unpredictable nature, we’ll do everything we can to find the best vantage points if conditions are right.

Day 2
Highlights

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall

Skógafoss Waterfall

Glacier Hike

Northern Lights (if conditions allow)

Good to Know
  • Weather and road conditions may lead to modifications of the schedule with attractions varying in order or becoming unavailable.
Skogafoss sous les aurores boréales

The day begins with a visit to Seljalandsfoss, a striking waterfall where you can take a brief walk behind the cascading water. It's a good idea to bring a raincoat to stay dry, as the dramatic scenery provides a fantastic photo opportunity.

 

Continuing further east, you'll arrive at Skógafoss, a towering 60-meter waterfall set within a narrow valley. A staircase along the gorge allows you to climb to the top, where you can take in breathtaking views from above.

 

Next, you'll journey to one of Iceland's vast glaciers, part of the 9% of the country covered in ice. Upon arrival, you'll be outfitted with crampons, helmets, and ice axes before embarking on a hike toward the glacier. As you traverse the glacier, you'll encounter deep crevasses, swirling moulins, and other awe-inspiring ice formations.

 

And just like the previous night, if the conditions are right, you may have the opportunity to witness the Northern Lights!

Day 3
Highlights

Vatnajökull National Park

Blue Ice Cave

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Diamond Beach

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach

Good to Know
  • Weather and road conditions may lead to modifications of the schedule with attractions varying in order or becoming unavailable.
  • You will visit naturally formed ice caves which are ever-changing and thus unique for each year.

Jökulsárlón, a lagoon reaching depths of 200 meters, is dotted with icebergs that have broken off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. You'll also stop at Diamond Beach, where smaller icebergs glitter like diamonds against the striking black sand, creating a breathtaking contrast.

 

The tour's crowning jewel is the Blue Ice Cave. From October to March, the itinerary includes a visit to this incredible Ice Cave. Your guide will provide insights into the formation of these caves, helping you appreciate the sheer beauty and wonder of this natural marvel. You may even get to witness its vibrant blue hue!

 

You'll also visit Reynisfjara, a black sand beach famous for its powerful waves and striking basalt columns. In the distance, you'll spot the Dyrhólaey cliffs, a haven for birdwatchers during the summer. Afterward, we’ll head back to Reykjavik, with an expected arrival time of around 8 p.m., though this depends on the weather and road conditions.

Price from p.p.
130,000 ISK

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