See the best of southern Iceland in winter with this 4-day group tour taking in the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Borgarfjordur, and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Take a dip in geothermal springs, explore a natural ice cave and walk on the black lava beach of Reynisfjara. Spend time exploring Reykjavik independently, marvel at the famous waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss, and spend your evenings hunting the Northern Lights.
Trip Highlights
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Itinerary
Hot springs, waterfalls and horses
Reykjavik - Borgarnes. After pick up in Reykavik, we first head towards a town called Borgarfjordur, home to Europe’s biggest hot spring, Deildartunguhver. Opt to visit the Krauma geothermal baths or head to a nearby horse farm to see some native Icelandic horses. Afterward, we head towards Reykholt, where we visit two waterfalls unlike any others in the world: Hraunfossar and Barnafoss. As the day draws to an end, we’ll head to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula where we try to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights - keep your eyes peeled!
Please note that we strongly recommend arriving in Reykjavik the day before your tour starts. We are happy to help you book pre-tour accommodation if required.
Overnight: Borgarnes
The Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Borgarnes - Reykjavik. After breakfast, we visit Djupalonssandur Beach. On the way, we can soak up the beautiful alpine and coastal scenery of western Snaefellsnes. We enjoy a short walk along the coast, ending with magnificent views of Iceland’s most photogenic mountain, Kirkjufell. Snaefellsnes is known for its diverse and artistic landscapes, and is often referred to as “Iceland in a nutshell.” We’ll cap the day off with spectacular views of Snaefellsjokull, the monumental glacier. We then drive back to Reykjavik, stopping en route if we catch the magical Northern Lights appearing in the sky.
Overnight: Reykjavik | Breakfast
Exploring South Iceland
Reykjavik - Hof. Leaving Reykjavik once more, we head along the south coast, taking in some of Iceland's most important natural wonders. We see the famous Seljalandsfoss waterfall and can enjoy a walk behind this falling curtain of water. We also visit nearby Skogafoss, located at the base of the infamous Eyjafjajokull volcano which erupted in 2010, causing massive European travel chaos.
Then it's on to the black lava beach of Reynisfjara, where black basalt stacks rise from the waves. We pass through the small town of Vik on our way to the hotel in Hof, where the night is spent hunting for the Northern Lights, so long as the conditions are right.
Overnight: Hof | Breakfast
Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
Hof - Reykjavik. We begin our final day with a visit to the awe-inspiring Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach. The giant icebergs of Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon splinter into thousands of pieces and wash ashore, giving Diamond Beach its name. We also have the chance to go inside a natural ice cave, accompanied by a qualified guide.
On our way back to Reykjavik, we stop off at Vatnajokull National Park. Within the national park, Skaftafell Nature Reserve is a green oasis in the middle of jagged mountains and snow-capped peaks. We then begin our return journey to Reykjavik. As always, we will keep our eyes peeled for the Northern Lights, stopping if we catch a glimpse of them.
We plan to arrive back in Reykjavik between 21:00 and 23:00 when your tour will come to an end. If you'd like to stay in the city for a few days to further explore, then we are happy to arrange post-tour accommodation for you!
Breakfast
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. 'Twin Share' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single Room' prices are applicable to those who don’t have anyone to share a room with or anyone wanting the privacy of a single room.
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 Borgarnes, Borgarnes
Hotel Borgarnes is located in the southwest region of Iceland in the beautiful town of Borgarnes, the gateway to the Snaefellsnes peninsula and upper Borgarfjordur. The region offers a wide variety of landscapes and activities. The hotel is set just 200m from the Borgarfjördur Fjord, offering views of Hafnarfjall Mountain. Guest rooms are cosy and have a private bathroom, TV and free Wi-Fi. There is a restaurant and bar within the hotel making it the perfect place to relax after a day of sightseeing.
Reykjavik Lights Hotel, Reykjavik
Set in the capital, this design hotel is located just 2km from central Reykjavik. With a modern Nordic elegance, the Reykjavik Lights Hotel offers comfortable and stylish guest rooms, individually decorated with artworks and inspiration from the ancient Icelandic calendar. Guests rooms are complete with a private bathroom, flat screen TV and free WiFi access. Buffet breakfast is served each morning in the dining room. Drinks can be enjoyed in the lounge bar, featuring decór inspired by the changing lights of Iceland.
Adventure Hotel Hof, Hof
Adventure Hotel Hof is located in one of the most stunning regions of Iceland with Vatnajokull National Park just a 3 minute drive away and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon a 45 minute drive. Set next to Hof turf church, this hotel offers an on-site restaurant and free WiFi. Guest rooms are brightly decorated and have either a shared or private bathroom. The on-site restaurant provides delicious meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
In Brief
