Northern Lights Exploration - Nordic Tour
The "Northern Lights Exploration" itinerary in Iceland offers a rich blend of cultural immersion and natural wonders. Starting in Reykjavik, you'll explore historic sites and vibrant city life before venturing into Iceland's rugged landscapes. Highlights include the Golden Circle with its geysers and waterfalls, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula's volcanic formations and lava caves, and Vatnajökull National Park's glaciers and glacial lagoon. Each day ends with opportunities to hunt for the mesmerizing Northern Lights, complemented by moments of relaxation in unique Icelandic settings like the Sky Lagoon. It's a journey that promises both adventure and tranquility amidst Iceland's stunning scenery.
8 Day Nordic Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Iceland
Transfer by private coach and guide to Reykjavik from Keflavik International
Airport.
Day 2: Reykjavik City Tour & Borgarf Jordur Saga Valley
Meet your guide at 09:00 to show the group Iceland's vibrant capital. Then we head west. At the Settlement Center in Borgarnes, we learn more about Iceland's early days. We then head to Borgarfjordur - also known as Saga Valley owing to its important history. Climb the Grabrok crater volcano and see Deildartunguhver - Europe's strongest hot spring. Hraunfossar consists of a number of waterfalls that pour from a large lava field. Barnafoss, the Children's Falls is located nearby and has its own tragic story. In the afternoon, there is a talk about Northern Lights. Step into the garden of your hotel after dinner to search for the Northern Lights, followed by hot chocolate or tea.
Day 3: Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Lava Cave
Snaefellsnes Peninsula is a peninsula that juts from Iceland's western coast. It looks
like an arm clenched at the tip. In many ways, it represents the entire island. It is a
rugged mountain range that runs the length of it. The fishing village Grundarfjordur
has a stunning coastline, mountains, waterfalls and lakes behind it. Kirkjufell is one of
Iceland's most famous and photographed mountains. It can be seen sticking out from
the bay. Vatnshellir Cave is the perfect place to experience this area. Visit Arnarstapi,
Hellnar and then explore it from beneath. You will go 35 meters below ground and
200 meters in the Snaefellsjokull lava tube! As part of the Northern Lights Academy,
the guide will give you practical tips for photographing the Auroras on the return trip
to Borgarnes. As soon as darkness descends, we head out to the garden of the hotel
to hunt for the Northern Lights, and soak in its outdoor hot tubs.
like an arm clenched at the tip. In many ways, it represents the entire island. It is a
rugged mountain range that runs the length of it. The fishing village Grundarfjordur
has a stunning coastline, mountains, waterfalls and lakes behind it. Kirkjufell is one of
Iceland's most famous and photographed mountains. It can be seen sticking out from
the bay. Vatnshellir Cave is the perfect place to experience this area. Visit Arnarstapi,
Hellnar and then explore it from beneath. You will go 35 meters below ground and
200 meters in the Snaefellsjokull lava tube! As part of the Northern Lights Academy,
the guide will give you practical tips for photographing the Auroras on the return trip
to Borgarnes. As soon as darkness descends, we head out to the garden of the hotel
to hunt for the Northern Lights, and soak in its outdoor hot tubs.
Meals Included: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4: Golden Circle, Geothermal Taste & Fridheimar
Hvalfjordur is a fjord that you can travel along. Thingvellir National Park is the first
stop, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you travel the Golden Circle, watch the
steam rise from the Geysir fields. Chef Geysir will serve you freshly baked warm
spring bread with Icelandic Butter, boiled egg and herring. We continue to the
double Gullfoss waterfall. Afternoon: Learn about Icelandic horses, their unique
characteristics and history, and then visit a greenhouse with geothermal energy
before arriving at your accommodation in South Iceland. In the quiet and peaceful
countryside of Iceland, search in darkness for the Northern Lights.
Overnight: Landhotel
stop, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As you travel the Golden Circle, watch the
steam rise from the Geysir fields. Chef Geysir will serve you freshly baked warm
spring bread with Icelandic Butter, boiled egg and herring. We continue to the
double Gullfoss waterfall. Afternoon: Learn about Icelandic horses, their unique
characteristics and history, and then visit a greenhouse with geothermal energy
before arriving at your accommodation in South Iceland. In the quiet and peaceful
countryside of Iceland, search in darkness for the Northern Lights.
Overnight: Landhotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 5: Natural Wonders of South Iceland & Eyjafjallajokull Volcano
We are now on the South Coast. Learn about active volcanoes and geology at the
Lava & Volcano Exhibition Center. We continue east to visit Iceland's best folk
museum. The museum has a large collection of domestic and farm artifacts and
turf-built homes from Iceland’s past. Skogafoss, a 60-meter high waterfall and one
of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls is nearby. Afternoon stroll along the bird cliffs
and the black lava beaches at Reynisfjara, South Iceland. Two nights are spent
near Kirkjubaejarklaustur, in Vatnajokull's National Park. The area is in complete
darkness so it makes for the perfect place to search for Northern Lights.
Lava & Volcano Exhibition Center. We continue east to visit Iceland's best folk
museum. The museum has a large collection of domestic and farm artifacts and
turf-built homes from Iceland’s past. Skogafoss, a 60-meter high waterfall and one
of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls is nearby. Afternoon stroll along the bird cliffs
and the black lava beaches at Reynisfjara, South Iceland. Two nights are spent
near Kirkjubaejarklaustur, in Vatnajokull's National Park. The area is in complete
darkness so it makes for the perfect place to search for Northern Lights.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 6: Vatnajokull National Park & Glacier Including Glacias Lagoon and Diamond Beach
The program today is about glaciers and icebergs. Then we travel to Jokulsarlon - a
lagoon of icebergs and glaciers - and explore this amazing sight. We may even see
seals in the arctic water. On the "Diamond Beach", a black sand beach where large
icebergs strand, you can take a walk. We visit the small turf church in Hof, then
spend some time in Europe's biggest national park. This park has Iceland's tallest
mountains and an alpine setting, as well as Europe's most massive glacier. As part
of the Northern Lights Academy, enjoy an evening film about the Northern Lights.
In this quiet and remote location, you don't want to miss the chance to see the
Northern Lights dancing and shimmering across the sky.
Optional Ice Cave Tour is offered from October to April (weather permitting). The
tour lasts about 2,5 hours - 30 minutes by 4x4 and then 5-15 minutes of hiking
(one way). The ice cave is about an hour long. Good hiking boots and warm
clothes that keep you dry are required. The minimum age for this tour is 10. You
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can book the ice cave on day two of Northern Lights Exploration Tour. After the
tour of the ice cavern, the local guide will take the ice-cavern explorers back to
their hotel. The rest of the tour group can continue with the tour. Ice cave
explorers may miss some parts of the tour program because there's not enough
time, but all members will be able to visit the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.
lagoon of icebergs and glaciers - and explore this amazing sight. We may even see
seals in the arctic water. On the "Diamond Beach", a black sand beach where large
icebergs strand, you can take a walk. We visit the small turf church in Hof, then
spend some time in Europe's biggest national park. This park has Iceland's tallest
mountains and an alpine setting, as well as Europe's most massive glacier. As part
of the Northern Lights Academy, enjoy an evening film about the Northern Lights.
In this quiet and remote location, you don't want to miss the chance to see the
Northern Lights dancing and shimmering across the sky.
Optional Ice Cave Tour is offered from October to April (weather permitting). The
tour lasts about 2,5 hours - 30 minutes by 4x4 and then 5-15 minutes of hiking
(one way). The ice cave is about an hour long. Good hiking boots and warm
clothes that keep you dry are required. The minimum age for this tour is 10. You
2
can book the ice cave on day two of Northern Lights Exploration Tour. After the
tour of the ice cavern, the local guide will take the ice-cavern explorers back to
their hotel. The rest of the tour group can continue with the tour. Ice cave
explorers may miss some parts of the tour program because there's not enough
time, but all members will be able to visit the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: South Shore & Sky Lagoon
We make a stop at Vik village, which is located across the Eldhraun Lava Field. It is
breathtaking to see the black lava beaches with their high bird cliffs, pounding surf
and high bird cliffs. We continue west to the narrow but high Seljalandsfoss falls
which erupts out of the mountain. Afternoon: We get to relax in the Sky Lagoon at
Reykjavik.
breathtaking to see the black lava beaches with their high bird cliffs, pounding surf
and high bird cliffs. We continue west to the narrow but high Seljalandsfoss falls
which erupts out of the mountain. Afternoon: We get to relax in the Sky Lagoon at
Reykjavik.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 8: Departure Home
Transfer by private bus to Keflavik Airport from Reykjavik (no guide).
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8 Day Nordic Itinerary Includes
- Transfer Keflavík Airport-Reykjavík with English speaking guide. Accommodation for 7 nights incl. breakfast
- 2x in Reykjavík, 5x outside Reykjavík. 2x 3-course or buffet dinner including coffee/tea. 1x 2-course or buffet lunch including coffee/tea.
- Coach and driver for 6 days as per program outside of Reykjavík, day 2-7. Maximum 1600 km in total. Maximum 9 hours per day between 08:00-19:00, Except day 7 (11 hours)
- Accommodation for the driver in single room incl. breakfast, lunch and dinner outside of Reykjaví
- English speaking guide for 6 days as per program. Maximum 11 hours per day
- Accommodation for the guide in single room incl. breakfast, lunch and dinner outside of Reykjaví
- Entrance to Vatnshellir cave (45 minutes) . Entrance to the Settlement center, 2 exhibits
- Geothermal tasting at Geysir
- Geothermally cooked bread and eggs with Icelandic schnapps. Visit to Friðheimar farm - Geothermal greenhouse and Horse stable. *only included for 10+ pax, 1-9 pax on request
- Entrance to LAVA Center – Exhibition & Cinema with observation platform (1 hour)
- Entrance to Skógar folk museum and turf houses (1 hour)
- Photo stop to Hof turf church
- Pure pass at Sky Lagoon (stop for 1,5-2 hours)
- Sky Lagoon admission
- Use of towel
- Seven-step ritual journey. Parking fees at Þingvellir, Skaftafell, Kirkjufell, Jökulsárlón, and Seljalandsfoss. Northern Lights program for 5 evenings.
- 1x by coach & 4x by foot
- Use of winter & Northern Lights explorer equipment: non-slip snow & ice gripper spikes for shoes and a flashlight for walking in the dark and operating your camera at night.
- Transfer Reykjavík- Keflavík Airport without guide
- All Coaches include: Free WIFI simple non-slip snow & ice grippers spikes for shoes during winter departures
8 Day Nordic Itinerary Does not Include
- Other not mentioned meals & drinks
- Other not mentioned tours, activities or extras
- Coach & driver during the 2 x northern lights evenings
- Guide during the departure transfer
- Extra fee due to early breakfast or grab & go
8 Day Nordic Itinerary Highlights
- Explore Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon, Diamond Beach, and the vast Vatnajökull National Park.
- Visit Skogafoss waterfall, Reynisfjara black beaches, and learn about Iceland's volcanic history.
- See Thingvellir National Park, Geysir hot springs, Gullfoss waterfall, and enjoy a geothermal greenhouse visit.
- Explore Kirkjufell mountain, Grundarfjordur village, and Vatnshellir Cave.
- Discover Reykjavik, climb Grabrok crater, and visit Deildartunguhver hot spring.
Accomodation
- Fosshotel Núpar
- Hotel Hamar
- Hotel Klettur
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