Aurora Borealis!
Iceland's Hidden Powers & Northern Lights Hunt
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This 5-night escorted tour to Iceland will show you beautiful hot springs, volcanoes, and the magical Northern Lights. You'll also enjoy visits to the Laugarvatnshellir cave, a unique Lava Center, the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, and more.
Escorted tours offer expert guides who provide deep local insights and worry-free planned itineraries. Enjoy the company of like-minded travelers, visit hidden gems not found on typical tours, and enjoy peace of mind with a travel support system.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Reykjavik/Keflavik (KEF)
- Round-trip airport transfers via Flybus Airport Shuttle
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel
- 1 night in the Fludir area, at the Icelandair Hotel Fludir
- 2 nights in the Kirkjubaejarklaustur area, at the Icelandair Hotel Klaustur
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel
- Guided touring and transportation on Days 2 through 5
- Entrance fee to the Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik
- Visit to the new Lava Center with volcano film at the cinema
- Entrance to Laugarvatnshellir, The Cave People
- Northern Lights hunt kit on Day 3 or 4 (flashlight, blanket, & thermos of hot cocoa)
- Northern Light guided hunt on foot one selected evening
- Northern Lights wake-up call option during the night in Fludir or Kirkjubaejarklaustur
- Blue Lagoon entrance with bathing fee & towel, Silica mud mask and first drink of choice
- Daily breakfast & 3 dinners (days 2, 3, 4)
Great Ways to Explore
Admire incredible natural beauty in Europe's largest national park.
- Enjoy transportation, accommodations and sightseeing all included!
Chase the world-famous Northern Lights on an evening walking tour.
Take a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.
Explore "the flower village" of Iceland, aka Hveragerdi.
Travel to Southern Iceland’s raw nature on this 5-night winter guided coach tour. Icebergs, hot springs and volcanoes dominate Iceland´s beautiful, yet rugged landscape – and you’ll experience the hidden powers of the island including the breathtaking iceberg Glacial Lagoon.
With several nights spent in stunning rural locations, you’ll be perfectly situated to hunt the magical Northern Lights.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Reykjavik/Keflavik (KEF)
- Round-trip airport transfers via Flybus Airport Shuttle
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel
- 1 night in the Fludir area, at the Icelandair Hotel Fludir
- 2 nights in the Kirkjubaejarklaustur area, at the Icelandair Hotel Klaustur
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel
- Guided touring and transportation on Days 2 through 5
- Entrance fee to the Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik
- Visit to the new Lava Center with volcano film at the cinema
- Entrance to Laugarvatnshellir, The Cave People
- Northern Lights hunt kit on Day 3 or 4 (flashlight, blanket, & thermos of hot cocoa)
- Northern Light guided hunt on foot one selected evening
- Northern Lights wake-up call option during the night in Fludir or Kirkjubaejarklaustur
- Blue Lagoon entrance with bathing fee & towel, Silica mud mask and first drink of choice
- Daily breakfast & 3 dinners (days 2, 3, 4)
Great Ways to Explore
Admire incredible natural beauty in Europe's largest national park.
- Enjoy transportation, accommodations and sightseeing all included!
Chase the world-famous Northern Lights on an evening walking tour.
Take a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.
Explore "the flower village" of Iceland, aka Hveragerdi.
Package Overview
Travel to Southern Iceland’s raw nature on this 5-night winter guided coach tour. Icebergs, hot springs and volcanoes dominate Iceland´s beautiful, yet rugged landscape – and you’ll experience the hidden powers of the island including the breathtaking iceberg Glacial Lagoon.
With several nights spent in stunning rural locations, you’ll be perfectly situated to hunt the magical Northern Lights.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Reykjavik!
Upon arrival at Reykjavik/Keflavik Airport, make your way outside of the arrival hall and look for the coaches marked Flybus. You have a Flybus Plus ticket, so upon presenting your voucher, you will be redirected to a smaller shuttle that will take you to your Reykjavik hotel. The remainder of your day is at leisure to enjoy the city!
Transfer to Reykjavik Hotel
Check-in - Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel
Reykjavik,
Iceland
Wake up to the sights, sounds and smells of unspoiled nature all around you at this newly refurbished and certified Green Hotel. The Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel features 220 well-equipped, tastefully decorated guestrooms that boast artwork and design inspired by Iceland's natural surroundings - water, geothermal energy, moss, lava and glaciers. Indulge in true Icelandic cuisine at the hotel's very own Satt restaurant, known for its fresh, simply prepared food sourced from the best local farmers and fisherman. Enjoy your meal in the warmly decorated restaurant, or get some fresh air and eat outside on the patio -- don't worry, there are outdoor heaters.
Taking inspiration from Iceland's unique surroundings and natural resources, the acclaimed Soley Natura Spa uses organic products to offer pampering, tailor-made treatments in a luxurious setting. Find peace in the spa's tranquil yoga room or take a pleasant swim in the salt water relaxation pool. When it's time for adventure, you won't have to travel far. Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel is located in the middle of the capital's most popular natural attractions such as Skerjafjordur, Oskjuhlid, and Nautholsvik, so bundle up and get exploring. After a day of activity, grab a hot drink and cozy up in front of the hotel's large fireplace. If you're not ready for the day to be over, just take a look at the hotel's activity calendar and keep the fun going with things like movie nights and bedtime stories.
Day 2. Thingvellir - Geysir - Gullfoss
After breakfast, start the day by visiting the recently opened and fascinating Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik for an exciting and informative presentation on the Northern Lights.
From there you'll travel onwards to Thingvellir National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), where the world's oldest parliament met for centuries on the shores of Iceland's largest lake.
You will then drive to Laugarvatn Fontana to experience a geothermal bakery first hand and dig up bread that has been cooked underground. After the tour, you will sample the delicious bread, served hot from the ground with fresh Icelandic butter.
Continue through farmland areas to the geothermal fields of Geysir with bubbling mud pools and a reliably erupting Strokkur hot spring. Last but not least we'll visit the dramatic two-tiered Gullfoss Waterfall, a spectacular sight in winter when frozen mid-cascade.
Stop at Skalholt, Iceland’s capital during the Middle-Ages and now a culture center with a beautiful church.Check-in - Icelandair Hotel Fludir
Fludir,
Iceland
This hotel is located in Fludir (Golden Circle), where area attractions include Skalholt Cathedral. Regional attractions also include Geysir Hot Springs. The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. An Internet point is located on site and high-speed wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. This Fludir hotel also offers a garden, currency exchange, and shopping on site. Complimentary parking is available on site.
Entrance fee to the Aurora Centre in Reykjavik
Enjoy admission to Aurora Reykjavik, the Northern Lights Center in the heart of Iceland's capital city! Find interactive displays, gawk at breathtaking photo exhibits, and learn about the history of this natural majestic wonder.
Entrance to Laugarvatnshellir, The Cave People
During the day you will also visit Laugarvatnshellir cave where two Icelandic families built a cozy homestead and farm during the early 20th century. The furnishings and buildings in the cave has been restored to show how the residents once lived.
Day 3. South Shore - Eyjafjallajokull Volcano
Today we will drive along the south shore, an area of Iceland that is quite beautiful to view in the winter. This is one of the main farm regions of the country, and the road will pass by typical Icelandic farms, often with Icelandic horses in the fields.
This part of Iceland is home to the new Lava Centre, an interactive, high-tech educational exhibition depicting volcanic activity, earthquakes and the creation of Iceland over millions of years.
 Stop at the spectacular waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss.
Head onwards, passing by Myrdalsjokull Glacier, to visit Reynisfjara beach. Take a walk on the black sands, admiring the extraordinary rock formations and thundering waves of the Atlantic Ocean. This evening, embark on the Northern Lights hunt.Â
Check-in - Hotel Klaustur
Kirkjubaejarklaustur,
Iceland
The Icelandair Hotel Klaustur is situated in a rural location in Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Iceland. Known for its excellent customer service and first-rate catering, the hotel is the ideal place to take in the area's good weather and spectacular surroundings. On warm days, you can take in the property from a sunny spot on the hotel's terrace with something to sip and snack. Explore the surrounding glaciers near the hotel, take a trip to the peaceful Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, adventure through Skaftafell National Park, or enjoy off-roading and hiking nearby.
Guided Northern Light Hunt - On Foot
Join a knowledgeable guide on a once-in-a-lifetime Northern Light hunt! Discover the best places to spot the natural majestic beauty of Aurora Borealis.Â
Visit to the new Lava Center with volcano film at the cinema
Discover the largest volcano and earthquake exhibit in Iceland! Follow the path of Iceland's creation over the past millions of years with help from the interactive exhibit depicting earthquakes and volcanic activities which helped shape the country's terrain.
Unique exhibits include the Volcano Corridor, the Geology Globe, the Lava Corridor, The Fiery Heart of Iceland, and even the site of actual volcanoes!Â
Day 4. Skaftafell National Park - Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon
Today we will enter the area of Vatnajokull National Park (the largest one in Europe), which was named after Europe's largest glacier. The park's Skaftafell region is a site of outstanding natural beauty, dominated by the Vatnajokull Glacier.
View Svinafellsjökull, one of the most beautiful of the glacial outlets emerging from Vatnajökull.
Continue to Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon where you can enjoy a breathtaking sight of icebergs floating in the fantastic glacial lagoon, which is almost 600 feet deep.
Return to the hotel in Kirkjubaejarklaustur for dinner and overnight.
Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon
Day 5. Volcanic Areas - Hveragerði - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavik
After breakfast, head towards the village of Hveragerdi, which is one of the few sites in the world located directly on top of a geothermal area. Hveragerdi is often called "the flower village" because of its many greenhouses heated by hot water from nearby springs. Follow along the coastline, with its breathtaking waves, and through a deserted community that once was a flourishing center for the region.
Then it’s on to the Reykjanes peninsula, where you can enjoy a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon. Later, we return to Reykjavik where the evening is at your own leisure.
A Tip For Your Trip: Upon arrival, please ask the hotel staff for assistance with confirming your Flybus Plus transfer to the airport tomorrow.
Check-in - Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel
Reykjavik,
Iceland
Wake up to the sights, sounds and smells of unspoiled nature all around you at this newly refurbished and certified Green Hotel. The Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel features 220 well-equipped, tastefully decorated guestrooms that boast artwork and design inspired by Iceland's natural surroundings - water, geothermal energy, moss, lava and glaciers. Indulge in true Icelandic cuisine at the hotel's very own Satt restaurant, known for its fresh, simply prepared food sourced from the best local farmers and fisherman. Enjoy your meal in the warmly decorated restaurant, or get some fresh air and eat outside on the patio -- don't worry, there are outdoor heaters.
Taking inspiration from Iceland's unique surroundings and natural resources, the acclaimed Soley Natura Spa uses organic products to offer pampering, tailor-made treatments in a luxurious setting. Find peace in the spa's tranquil yoga room or take a pleasant swim in the salt water relaxation pool. When it's time for adventure, you won't have to travel far. Berjaya Reykjavik Natura Hotel is located in the middle of the capital's most popular natural attractions such as Skerjafjordur, Oskjuhlid, and Nautholsvik, so bundle up and get exploring. After a day of activity, grab a hot drink and cozy up in front of the hotel's large fireplace. If you're not ready for the day to be over, just take a look at the hotel's activity calendar and keep the fun going with things like movie nights and bedtime stories.
Blue Lagoon entrance with bathing fee & towel, Silica mud mask and first drink of choice
Enjoy a dip in the famous Blue Lagoon, a unique wonder of nature with pleasantly warm, mineral-rich water in the middle of a black lava field (bathing fee and towel included).
Day 6. Depart Iceland
Your Northern Lights adventure comes to an end today! Based on your pre-arranged time, you will be met by Flybus at your hotel, and transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Transfer to Reykjavik/Keflavik (KEF) Airport
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