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Land of the Northern Lights (Private Tour)

5 days

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.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.

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Tour Overview

Duration

5 days

Starts

Reykjavik

Ends

Reykjavik

Range

Private Tours

Tour Guide

Yes - services of a driver/guide

Group Size

Min 2 / Max Private tour

Minimum age

8 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Daily, September - April

Hotel Rating

3-star hotels

Countries

Iceland

Physical Rating

Easy

Tour Pace

Fast

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

Yes

Meals included

Breakfast: 4
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Adults (12+)
Children (8 - 11)
Price Breakdown
Shown in GBP
Per Person From

£4,835.00

Deposit Per Person From
Final payment

£300.00

£9,070.00
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Tour Highlights

Reykjavik - Explore Iceland's colourful capital, where every street bursts with cool Nordic style
Hella - Spend two nights in Iceland's stunning countryside - the ideal spot for hunting the Northern Lights
Blue Lagoon - Unwind and rejuvenate in the mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon
Eyjafjallajökull - Visit where a roaring volcano hides beneath the glacial surface
Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss - Marvel at Iceland's iconic waterfalls
The Golden Circle - Experience a once-in-a-lifetime route, complete with geysers, Gullfoss falls, and Thingvellir National Park
Reykjanes Peninsula - Travel to the remote edge of Iceland, home to hot springs, rugged hills and mountains, and rural villages

Included

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

Not Included

International flights and Visas
Tips for your guide - this is an entirely personal gesture

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
Meals: 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
Meals: 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
Meals: 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.

Meals: Breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Post Tour Accommodation

Double

£105per passenger

Twin

£105per passenger

Single

£145per passenger

Pre Tour Accommodation

Double

£105per passenger

Twin

£105per passenger

Single

£145per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Northern Lights over Reykjavik in winter | Iceland

Single Room Supplement

If you are wanting the privacy of your own room on tour, then this add-on guarantees you a single occupancy room to yourself. Note that this will be in a small room with a single bed.

£255

per passenger
Fosshotel Reykholt Interior

Twin Room, Solo Use Supplement

If you would like more space than that offered by a single room, this supplement guarantees you a larger room. Whilst we endeavor to ensure you have a double room, where this is not possible, a twin room will be provided.

£405

per passenger
Sky Lagoon cafe food - GIVE CREDIT

2 Course Lunch Package

Outside of Reykjavik, restaurants and eateries can be hard to come by in Iceland. With this Lunch Package, you will receive a 2 course lunch on days 2, 3 and 4 of your tour, whilst exploring outside of the Icelandic capital. The cost of this add-on is for three 2-course meals.

£195

per passenger
iceland food

3 Course Dinner Package

Outside of Reykjavik, restaurants and eateries can be hard to come by in Iceland. With this Dinner Package, you will receive a 3 course dinner on days 2 and 3 of your tour, whilst exploring outside of the Icelandic capital. The cost of this add-on is for two 3-course meals.

£255

per passenger

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.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

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!

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel
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!

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

The prices you see below are a guide, with final prices per person being determined by the number of travellers in your booking party and the rooming arrangements required. To see an accurate price, please click "Book Dates" and enter the details for your booking party.

2025
Price Range
1 Sep - 5 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
2 Sep - 6 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
3 Sep - 7 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
4 Sep - 8 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
5 Sep - 9 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
6 Sep - 10 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
7 Sep - 11 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
8 Sep - 12 Sep
£1,975 - £9,875
2026
Price Range
2 Jan - 6 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
3 Jan - 7 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
4 Jan - 8 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
5 Jan - 9 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
6 Jan - 10 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
7 Jan - 11 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
8 Jan - 12 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025
9 Jan - 13 Jan
£1,715 - £9,025

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