Nature's Treasures & Northern Lights of Iceland
See the mystical & geological wonders of Iceland
This unforgettable journey combines the best-known natural icons from the “Land of Fire & Ice,” while you experience West Iceland's rich history, local delicacies and mystical landscape!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Reykjavik (KEF)
- Round-trip airport transfers via Flybus Airport Shuttle
- Accommodations in hotels as listed, or similar:
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Icelandair Hotel Natura
- 2 nights in Borgarnes at the Icelandair Hotel Hamar
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Icelandair Hotel Natura
- Daily breakfast
- Guided coach tour from Day 2 to Day 5
- Northern Lights guided evening hunt on foot
- Northern Lights hunt kit on Day 2 or 3 (flashlight, blanket & thermos of hot cocoa)
- Northern Lights wake-up call option during the night (available one night, in Borgarnes)
- Entrance fee to the Aurora Centre in Reykjavik
- Entrance fee to Museum Centre in Akranes
- Krauma Geothermal Baths entrance fee and towel rental
- Boat tour with Viking-sushi tasting
- Visit to Fridheimar greenhouse and a horse stable visit
Great Ways to Explore
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Visit all of the most beautiful regions of Iceland in one unforgettable trip.
- Enjoy the majestic natural beauty of Iceland on an escorted vacation where all of your details have been taken care of!
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Experience the Golden Circle, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Breidafjordur Bay, Icelandic horses and more!
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Walk along the continental rift at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The evening Northern Lights Hunt takes place in a prime position to view the luminescent green light show.
This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.
During this unforgettable guided tour you will be introduced to the best-known natural treasures that are tucked along the rugged coastline of Snaefellsnes Peninsula, famous for its mystical glacier and ties to the ancient Sagas. Discover the colorful capital of Reykjavik, visit Europe’s most powerful hot spring, witness a duo of exceptionally beautiful and unique waterfalls, and go on an evening Northern Lights Hunt!
Each day brings unique encounters with local traditions, from tasting fermented shark to visiting a farm. Sample freshly caught seafood out at sea, and walk among geological wonders of the Golden Circle. At day’s end, relax on your travels in the Icelandic countryside for optimal viewing of some 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.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Reykjavik (KEF)
- Round-trip airport transfers via Flybus Airport Shuttle
- Accommodations in hotels as listed, or similar:
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Icelandair Hotel Natura
- 2 nights in Borgarnes at the Icelandair Hotel Hamar
- 1 night in Reykjavik at the Icelandair Hotel Natura
- Daily breakfast
- Guided coach tour from Day 2 to Day 5
- Northern Lights guided evening hunt on foot
- Northern Lights hunt kit on Day 2 or 3 (flashlight, blanket & thermos of hot cocoa)
- Northern Lights wake-up call option during the night (available one night, in Borgarnes)
- Entrance fee to the Aurora Centre in Reykjavik
- Entrance fee to Museum Centre in Akranes
- Krauma Geothermal Baths entrance fee and towel rental
- Boat tour with Viking-sushi tasting
- Visit to Fridheimar greenhouse and a horse stable visit
-
Visit all of the most beautiful regions of Iceland in one unforgettable trip.
- Enjoy the majestic natural beauty of Iceland on an escorted vacation where all of your details have been taken care of!
-
Experience the Golden Circle, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Breidafjordur Bay, Icelandic horses and more!
-
Walk along the continental rift at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
-
The evening Northern Lights Hunt takes place in a prime position to view the luminescent green light show.
This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.
During this unforgettable guided tour you will be introduced to the best-known natural treasures that are tucked along the rugged coastline of Snaefellsnes Peninsula, famous for its mystical glacier and ties to the ancient Sagas. Discover the colorful capital of Reykjavik, visit Europe’s most powerful hot spring, witness a duo of exceptionally beautiful and unique waterfalls, and go on an evening Northern Lights Hunt!
Each day brings unique encounters with local traditions, from tasting fermented shark to visiting a farm. Sample freshly caught seafood out at sea, and walk among geological wonders of the Golden Circle. At day’s end, relax on your travels in the Icelandic countryside for optimal viewing of some 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 hotel. The remainder of your day is at leisure to enjoy Reykjavik! Spend the night in Reykjavik.
Transfer to Reykjavik hotel
Check-in - Reykjavik Natura Hotel
Wake up to the sights, sounds and smells of unspoiled nature all around you at this newly refurbished and certified Green Hotel. The 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. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura 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. Reykjavik - Reykholt - Borgarnes
Discover first-hand the colorful capital of Reykjavik with a sightseeing tour experiencing the city's energetic vibe through top visitor attractions like the visually stunning Harpa Concert Hall and Hallgrimskirkja Church. You’ll also visit the fascinating Aurora Northern Lights Centre for an exciting and informative presentation on the Northern Lights.
Traveling northwest via an undersea tunnel through Hvalfjordur (Whale Bay), head to Akranes to visit the local museum. Afterwards, climb to the top of a lighthouse and enjoy spectacular views of the wild coastline.
Then it's onwards to the bubbling waters of Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, which provides heating for most of the homes and businesses in the area. We nourish our thirst for culture in Reykholt, which holds an important role as the home of renowned Icelandic Saga writer and medieval scholar Snorri Sturluson. Visit a new natural geothermal bath resort. Relax in soothing “fire and ice” baths blended from Deildartunguhver’s pure hot springs and pristine glacier rivers. The day ends with a scenic visit to a duo of exceptionally beautiful and unique waterfalls at Hraunfoss and Barnafoss, which each have a mysterious secret to reveal.
Evening Northern Lights Hunt: Due to our location in West Iceland away from light pollution we are in a prime position to hunt the luminescent green light show Vikings believed were the Valkyries riding across the sky. Overnight in Borgarnes.
Check-in - Hotel Hamar
At Hotel Hamar you can relax and rejuvenate in peace and tranquility, with every comfort available. Golfers can enjoy the Hamar golf course, considered one of the best outside of Reykjavik. Those who do not play golf can enjoy an exciting day of sightseeing, whale watching, snowmobiling or hiking. Each of the 44 guestrooms in this single-story hotel have doors that open directly onto the grounds, allowing fantastic access and views as you relax in privacy. Enjoy magnificent views of the Borgarfjordur Fjord while you indulge in delicious, locally-sourced meals at the hotel restaurant, and make the most of the beautiful location with a drink on the veranda at the hotel bar.
Day 3. Stykkisholmur - Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Borgarnes
From the delightful town of Stykkisholmur, embark on an adventurous sail in Breidafjordur Bay (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) to encounter thousands of tiny islands and experience "Viking Sushi."
Along the rugged coastline of Snaefellsnes Peninsula, encounter hidden fishing villages like Grundarfjordur, with its landmark Kirkjufell Mountain and surrounding fjord teeming with herring and orca whales; Hellnar, with a year-round population of less than ten residents, as well as the picturesque harbor village of Arnarstapi. Walk among the columnar basalt rock formation and cliffs, swarming with colonies of seabirds. Throughout the day, enjoy the remote tranquility of Snaefellsnes National Park which exhibits an astonishing variety of natural landscapes, from moss-blanketed lava fields and pebbled beaches to imposing cliffs and the palpable force of the Snaefellsjokull glacier-volcano, which last erupted in 250 AD.
Evening Northern Lights Hunt: If weather conditions the night before were unfavorable, we hunt again for the elusive Aurora Borealis. Ideal meteorological conditions include a clear sky with icy temperatures and preferably no moon.
Day 4. Thingvellir National Park - Gullfoss - Geysir
Iceland's Golden Circle showcases a trio of celebrated natural attractions including the dramatic Gullfoss Waterfall and the geothermal fields of the Geysir Hot Spring Area alive with boiling mud pits, steam vents and exploding geysers. Its centerpiece is the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, where Viking settlers established an assembly in AD 930, which has evolved into the world's oldest parliament today. Thingvellir is also a geological masterpiece, as it marks the visible site of the mid-Atlantic Ridge where the North American and Eurasian continental plates meet.
You'll then visit Fridheimar greenhouse and horse breeding farm for an educational and interesting interaction with the Icelandic horses. See how Icelandic farmers use the geothermal water for producing vegetables, even in winter.After an amazing journey, the road takes you to Reykjavik, where the evening is at your own leisure.
A Tip For Your Trip: Upon arrival at the hotel, please ask the hotel staff for assistance with confirming your Flybus Plus transfer to the airport tomorrow.
Check-in - Reykjavik Natura Hotel
Wake up to the sights, sounds and smells of unspoiled nature all around you at this newly refurbished and certified Green Hotel. The 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. Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura 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.
Visit to Fridheimar greenhouse and a horse stable visit
Day 5. Depart Iceland
Your Iceland vacation comes to a close today, but you can take back memories of mystical nature, local delicacies, ancient sagas and the Northern Lights! If your flight is in the afternoon, use your last moments to walk along the harbor seafront and breathe the fresh Atlantic breeze. Based on your pre-arranged time, you will be met by Flybus at your hotel, and transferred to the airport for your flight home.