PRIVATE WINTER TOUR: Our best-selling Iceland tour, operated privately just for you! This 5-day whirlwind adventure of Southern Iceland takes you from cool city streets to rugged mountains. From the inviting Blue Lagoon to erupting geysers. From thundering falls to the elusive Northern Lights. See the best Iceland has to offer in five days.
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Itinerary
Heading to Hella & the Blue Lagoon
Reykjavik - Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon - Hella. Your morning starts with an included tour of Reykjavik, Iceland's charming capital. From there, you will head out of the city to the breath-taking Reykjanes Peninsula. Think quaint fishing villages, hot springs, and striking mountains. Now, you're headed for Hella, but not without a rejuvenating stop at the Blue Lagoon. Entrance is included, and a towel will be provided for you - don't forget your swimsuit!
Don't worry, you'll reach your accommodation before darkness falls. And once it does, you can head out to the garden and wait for the Northern Lights to appear.
Overnight: Hella | Breakfast
Grumbling glaciers and roaring falls
Hella - Eyjafjallajokull - Skogafoss - Hella. Today is about the sheer force of nature's power - what makes Iceland, Iceland. The rumbling volcano of the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. The plunging Seljalandsfoss and thundering Skógafoss waterfalls. Later, there's an optional hike on the shimmering Solheimajokull glacier where you can take in the enchanting icy scenery.
Please note: this optional hike must be booked in advance. Contact us to book.
If you didn’t book the glacier hike, the tour continues further south where you can stroll on the black lava beach and see the amazing bird cliffs at Reynisfjara near Vík. You will not visit Reynisfjara if you opt for the glacier walk.
You will be back in Hella before it gets dark. Enjoy a second chance to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights - keep your eyes peeled!
Overnight: Hella | Breakfast
Geysers and Gullfoss on the Golden Circle
Hella - Golden Circle - Reykjavik. This morning, you will start the journey back to Reykjavik via the breath-taking Golden Circle. Along the way, you'll see bubbling hot springs and geysers at the Geysir geothermal greenhouse. Its famous Strokkur geyser erupts every 10 minutes - don't miss it!
Further inland, you'll pass the mighty Gullfoss waterfall and through the rugged Thingvellir National Park.
This once-in-a-lifetime drive ends in Reykjavik. Once you're checked in, your final evening is free for you to explore.
Please note:For groups of 10 travelers or more, an additional excursion is included today - you will visit a geothermal greenhouse and meet the sturdy Icelandic horse. Smaller groups can add this activity for a fee - please contact us to book.
Overnight: Reykjavik | Breakfast
Reykjavik to home
And just like that, your tour comes to an end. Enjoy your final morning in Iceland however you wish, before your private transfer to the airport. We're sure you'll be back soon.
Breakfast
Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Hotel Klettur, Reykjavik
Just a short walk to the main shopping street of Laugavegur, Hotel Klettur is a modern hotel believed to be home to many elves! Guest rooms are clean and brightly furnished with comfortable beds and excellent ensuites. A typical Icelandic breakfast is served in the Breakfast Room and there is also a bar serving Iceland's best beers! Head outside to the local pizzeria for dinner and look out for the elves that live under the rocks in the corridor!
Hotel Stracta, Hella
Hotel Stracta in the sleepy village of Hella, offers a serene getaway in South Iceland. This contemporary hotel provides a range of en suite accommodations, from cosy 18m² standard rooms, to spacious 24m² studio rooms, which are equipped with a small kitchenette and a sofa bed. All of the guest rooms are designed in Nordic style and well-equipped, with modern amenities. A delicious and hearty buffet breakfast is served each day at the buffet restaurant Gardur. You can unwind in the sauna or outdoor hot tubs while soaking in views of the Northern Lights and enjoy delectable à la carte meals at Stracta Bistro restaurant, which serves a whole host of Icelandic and international culinary delights. In the winter, Hotel Stracta's dark gardens are perfect for Northern Lights hunting!
At a Glance
