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Land of the Northern Lights (Private Tour) - 5 days map

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.

Inclusions
Itinerary
Prices & Dates
Hotels

Included

4 breakfasts
Private airport arrival transfer on day 1 and private airport departure transfer on day 5
Transportation in heated private vehicles with free Wi-Fi
Entrance into the Skogar Folk Museum and Turf Houses
Northern Lights programme: two evenings of lectures, presentations, films, and guided searches for the Northern Lights. Midnight refreshments are also included here
This private tour is operated by a trusted partner, not On The Go Tours
4 nights 3-star hotels
Services of an English-speaking Icelandic guide for included sightseeing (groups of 10 or more will enjoy the services of a tour escort)
Entrance to the Blue Lagoon, with a towel provided
Entrance into the Icelandic Horse Stables and Geothermal Greenhouse (for groups of 10 or more)
Use of winter and Northern lights explorer equipment: non-slip snow and ice gripper spikes for shoes and a flash light. This equipment is extremely helpful when walking in the dark and taking photographs at night

Itinerary

Day 1

Reykjavik

Welcome to Iceland! Your adventure begins. Once you're transferred from the airport to your hotel via private transfer, the rest of the day is yours to explore!
Overnight: Reykjavik

Day 2

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

Day 3

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

Day 4

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 travellers 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

Day 5

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

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

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

Our Category: Standard   |   Regional Category: 3 Star Hotel

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

Range
Trip Type
Starts
Reykjavik
Ends
Reykjavik
Departs
Daily
Group Size
Min 2 / Max Private tour
Hotel Rating
3-star hotels
Tour Guide
Yes - services of a driver/guide
Meals
Breakfast: 4
Minimum Age
8 yrs, accompanied by an adult
Arr. Transfer
Yes
Dep. Transfer
Yes
Blue Lagoon Iceland
Horses grazing in front of the Helka stratovolcano near Hella
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall in Southern Iceland
Colourful houses of Reykjavik against a backdrop of snowy mountains
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