Booking for : Iceland’s Northern Lights
Iceland’s Northern Lights
Tour Details
6 Days
What’s Included
Independent Package Includes
- Round trip flights New York-Reykjavik, Reykjavik-New York
Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices - Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
- 4 nights accommodations Reykjavik.
- All transfers
- Breakfast daily♦
- Reykjavik City Tour & Northern Lights Tour in modern motor coach
- Services of English-speaking guide throughout
- Entrance fees per itinerary
Breakfast available for an additional cost on Day 2, approximately US $15 – $30 per person. All other days breakfast is included.
Please note: Most flights arrive in the early morning and your room may not be ready for you until early afternoon. To guarantee your room will be ready upon check in, you must book a pre-night.
Special Features
- City tour of Reykjavik, including the Pearl & Northern Lights Center
- Search the skies for the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), among the most spectacular phenomena on earth
Please note: Northern Lights tour is subject to correct weather conditions and sightings cannot be guaranteed. If the tour is cancelled locally, another Northern Lights tour will be offered on the evening of Day 3, Day 4, or Day 5. The Northern Lights tour departs in the late evening and may not return until after midnight
This is an active itinerary which includes several walking tours on often uneven, icy terrain.
Entry Requirements:
Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates. All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
Starting prices shown are departing from New York / JFK. Prices vary depending on date and if you need a different departure city. Packages are offered year round but are subject to availability. All prices shown are per person based on 2 travelers.
Day 1,Depart for Iceland
This following is a suggested itinerary, some tours mentioned here are available at additional cost with the exception of the City tour of Reykjavik. You may otherwise plan your own activities.
Day 2,Arrive in Iceland, Reykjavik City Tour, Northern Lights Evening Tour*
Arrive in Iceland, "Land of the Midnight Sun" and transfer to your hotel. Most flights arrive in the early morning and your room may not be ready for you. In this case, leave your luggage with the concierge. Later this morning at approximately 9:30, enjoy a city tour of Reykjavík. During the tour, view the old town center, the Parliament, the harbor, the Hofdi house, and the Hallgrímskirkja Church, whose steeple is a Reykjavík landmark. The drive continues past Reykjavik's largest outdoor swimming pool in Laugardalur, which is heated with water from natural hot springs under the city. Then, visit the Pearl vantage point, a remarkable building unique to Iceland. Built in 1988, the Pearl is a glass dome constructed atop huge tanks in which natural hot water is stored for heating the city. It offers great views of the capital area and beyond. Next, visit the Northern Lights Center, followed by a view of the new Harpa Concert and Conference Hall. After the city tour, we suggest you take time to rest this afternoon as the Northern Lights search can last late into the evening. Tonight, enjoy a welcome reception with your tour guide. Then search the skies for the Northern Lights, (Aurora Borealis) among the most spectacular phenomena on earth. The Northern Lights originate from the sun, where large explosions and electronic storms throw charged solar particles deep into space. This solar wind is caught by the Earth's magnetic field on the south and north poles. The solar particles collide with atmospheric gases and create this wonderful light effect. This evening, hope to see these lights swirling and dancing across the sky, endlessly changing color, shape and size*
*Please note, Northern Lights tour is subject to correct weather conditions and sightings cannot be guaranteed. If the tour is cancelled locally, another Northern Lights tour will be offered on the evening of Day 3, Day 4 or Day 5. The Northern Lights tour departs at approximately 8 PM from Oct 16 - Mar 14, and 9 PM from Sep 15 - Oct 15 & Mar 15 - Apr 15. The tour may not return until after midnight. All optional tours offered with this package end before the Northern Lights tour begins and can be done on the same day.
Day 3,Full Day in Reykjavik
Spend the day at leisure to explore Reykjavik, surrounded by incredible landscapes and countless natural wonders. Or perhaps take an optional tour to the world-famous Blue Lagoon, a unique natural pool of mineral-rich geothermal water located in the middle of a lava field. Geothermal seawater is led directly to the Blue Lagoon forming wells as deep as 6,000 feet and the water stays warm at 100-110°F throughout the entire year. An indoor Blue Lagoon and geothermal sauna are also on site. The Blue Lagoon's warm water and natural ingredients of mineral salts, silica and blue green algae help you relax and escape the stress and strain of daily life. Depart the Blue Lagoon at approximately 1:30 pm
Optional: Blue Lagoon Experience 9:30 AM**
Meals: Breakfast**The Blue Lagoon optional tour may not be available to book locally. In order to guarantee availability, you must prebook this tour at least 8 days prior to your departure.
Day 4,Full Day in Reykjavik
Full day to explore Reykjavik at your leisure or choose to take the optional tour of the Golden Circle, which showcases some of Iceland's most popular tourist attractions including the country's best known natural, cultural, and historic sites. From Reykjavik, visit Hellisheiði Power Plant at the foot of Mt. Hengill Volcano where the earth's most brutal forces are harnessed and converted to clean energy for space heating. Next stop is the Geysir geothermal area, home of the famous Strokkur geyser. The Strokkur geyser erupts every 6-10 minutes, making it one of the most active geysers in the world. Then, on to the Gullfoss waterfall, the queen of Iceland's waterfalls, tumbling down a deep gorge. The final stop of the day is Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where the tectonic plates of Europe and North America meet and one of the world's oldest parliaments was founded in 930 AD
Optional: Full Day Golden Circle Tour 8:30 AM
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5,Full Day in Reykjavik
Full day to explore Reykjavik at your leisure or choose to take the optional South Shore Adventure tour, which visits the amazing southern coast of Iceland, famous for its black sand coastline and stunning scenery. The first stop of the day is at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss waterfall, one of Iceland’s best known falls. Next, continue on to visit the majestic and much-photographed Skógafoss waterfall. The thundering falls plummet nearly 200 feet over a cliff to the valley floor. Then, visit the Skogar folk museum to get a taste of how Icelanders lived in centuries past. Today’s tour continues on as far as Vik, a charming village at the southern tip of Iceland surrounded by beautiful high cliffs. Other highlights of today’s tour include views of Mýrdalsjökull glacier and the impressive Reynisdrangar rock formations
Optional: Full Day South Shore Adventure 9:00 AM
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 ,Depart Iceland
Transfer to Keflavik Airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
Day #3 - Half Day Blue Lagoon Experience 9:30 AM - $130.00
The Blue Lagoon, Iceland’s unique natural pool of mineral rich geothermal water, located in the middle of a lava field in the pure, beautiful Icelandic wilderness, is not to be missed and worth the hour drive to reach this unique site. A combination of mineral-rich fresh and sea water of 100-110°F, surrounded by magnificent mountain ranges, is ideal for wading and soaking in the shallow 3-5 foot waters, (swimming not required), while the air temperature ranges from 25-55°F.
<p>The facility is a modern building with clean changing rooms and showers, skin care facility, and gift shop. Your entrance fee and towel rental are included in the price. Food is available in snack bars and fine dining restaurants on site; plus a selection of smoothies, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased in the Lagoon Bar, so there’s no need to leave the water!
Children under 2 are not permitted in the Blue Lagoon.
Tour departs approximately at 9:30 am. Please be in the hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. Drop off to be advised locally
Dates from 10 Sep 2017 - 30 Apr 2018
Day #4 Full Day Golden Circle Tour 8:30 AM - $105.00
The Golden Circle tour showcases some of Iceland's most popular tourist attractions including the country's best known natural, cultural, and historic sites. From Reykjavik, visit Hellisheiði Power Plant at the foot of Mt. Hengill Volcano where the earth's most brutal forces are harnessed and converted to clean energy for space heating. Next stop is the Geysir geothermal area, home of the famous Strokkur geyser. The Strokkur geyser erupts every 6-10 minutes, making it one of the most active geysers in the world. Then, on to the Gullfoss waterfall, the queen of Iceland's waterfalls, tumbling down a deep gorge. Our final stop of the day is Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where the tectonic plates of Europe and North America meet and one of the world's oldest parliaments was founded in 930 AD.
Tour departs approximately at 8:30 am. Please be in the hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Approximate tour duration is 8 hours. Drop off to be advised locally.
Dates
10 Sep 2017 - 30 Apr 2018
Day #5 - Full Day South Shore Adventure 9:00 AM - $135.00
The South Shore Adventure tour visits the amazing southern coast of Iceland, famous for its black sand coastline and stunning scenery. The first stop of the day is at the gorgeous Seljalandsfoss waterfall. Next, we continue on to visit the majestic and much-photographed Skógafoss waterfall. The thundering falls plummet nearly 200 feet over a cliff to the valley floor. Then, visit the Skogar folk museum to get a taste of how Icelanders lived in centuries past. Today’s tour continues on as far as Vik, a charming village at the southern tip of Iceland surrounded by beautiful high cliffs. Other highlights of today’s tour include views of Mýrdalsjökull glacier and the impressive Reynisdrangar rock formations.
Tour departs approximately at 9:00 am. Please be in the hotel lobby at least 30 minutes prior to departure. Approximate tour duration is 10 hours. Drop off to be advised locally
Dates from 01 May 2017 - 30 Sep 2017 & 01 Oct 2017 - 30 Apr 2018 $135.00
Skuggi Hotel, Reykjavik – 3 Star
This tourist class hotel is a short walk away from Reykjavik's main shopping street, Laugavegur. The hotel is within a half mile walk of Reykjavik's main shopping street, Laugavegur and the Hallgrimskirkja church. The Icelandic parliament building is within a mile, and the Hlemmur bus station is within a half mile of the hotel.
Radisson Blu Saga, Reykjavik – 4 Star
This first class hotel is perfectly located in a quiet neighborhood with a scenic view and just a few minutes walk from the picturesque Reykjavik pond. The hotel is within half a mile of the National Museum, the National Library and the University of Iceland. It is 0.6 mile from Reykjavik City Hall, 0.8 mile from Reykjavík Cathedral, and 1 mile from the Reykjavik harbor.
Reykjavík Natura, Reykjavik – 3 Star
This first class hotel is situated nearby Oskjuhlid Hill. This hotel is within one mile of the Perlan, Oskjuhlid Hill, Nautholsvik beach, and the Hallgrímskirkja church. The Kringlan shopping center, the National Museum of Iceland, Laugavegur, the National Center for Cultural Heritage, and the Einar Jónsson Museum are within three miles of the hotel. The Satt Restaurant features dishes that use fresh and local ingredients. Guests can enjoy the wide variety of beverages that are available at the Satt Bar.
Hotel Klettur, Reykjavik – 3 Star
This tourist class hotel is located nearby Reykjavik's main shopping street, Laugavegur. The hotel is a short walk away from the shopping street, Laugavegur. Hallgrimskirkja church is within a mile walk. Reykjavik City Hall and the Icelandic Parliament House are about a ten minute drive away. The Hlemmur bus station is a short five minute walk away.