An 8-day winter small group tour around Iceland's Ring Road, planned around the northern lights. Accommodations away from city lights and guides who know the best viewing spots, in groups of up to 16 guests.
Price from 3606 EUR per person
When you arrive at Keflavík International Airport, a private driver will meet you and take you directly to your accommodation in downtown Reykjavík. After settling in, you'll have the rest of the day free to discover Iceland's vibrant capital city at your own pace. Stroll down Laugavegur, the main shopping street, where you'll find Icelandic design boutiques and cozy cafes serving exceptional coffee. Visit museums, try local restaurants, or simply wander the colorful streets soaking in the unique Nordic atmosphere.
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A large modern hotel on Höfðatorg in central Reykjavík, within walking distance of Laugavegur and the old harbour. Your base on the first and last nights of the tour.
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Reykjavík is the capital and biggest city of Iceland with a population of approximately 124,000. It is the northernmost capital in the world. Despite its small size, you can find many attractions and museums, making Reykjavik a popular destination.
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Laugavegur is the main street of central Reykjavik and the busiest in Iceland, running through the historic heart of the city from Hlemmur square to Lækjartorg. It is lined with Icelandic design shops, wool boutiques, restaurants, cafés, galleries, and bars, and forms the spine of Reykjavik's nightlife. The lower section is pedestrianized. The name translates as Wash Road, a reference to the route women once walked to reach the hot springs of Laugardalur with their laundry.
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Hallgrímskirkja is Reykjavík's most recognizable building and Iceland's tallest church at 74 meters, dominating the city skyline from its hilltop position above Skólavörðustígur. It is a Lutheran parish church named after the 17th-century Icelandic poet and clergyman Hallgrímur Pétursson, author of the Passion Hymns. Designed by state architect Guðjón Samúelsson in 1937, it took 41 years to complete, with construction running from 1945 to 1986. The distinctive stepped concrete facade was directly inspired by the hexagonal basalt column formations found at Svartifoss waterfall and across Iceland's volcanic landscape. A tower elevator open to visitors daily gives panoramic views over Reykjavík and, on clear days, across Faxaflói Bay toward Snæfellsjökull. In front of the church stands a statue of Leif Eiríksson, a gift from the United States in 1930 to mark the Alþingi's 1,000th anniversary.
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Harpa is Reykjavik's concert hall and conference center, sitting on the waterfront at the edge of the Old Harbor. Its glass facade, designed by artist Ólafur Elíasson and Henning Larsen Architects, has made it one of the most photographed buildings in Iceland since it opened in 2011. The public areas are free to enter, and the building is home to the Iceland Symphony Orchestra and the Icelandic Opera.
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The Sun Voyager, known in Icelandic as Sólfar, is a polished steel sculpture on the Reykjavik waterfront that has become one of the most recognizable images of Iceland. Often mistaken for a Viking ship, it was actually described by its creator as a dreamboat, representing the promise of undiscovered territory and the freedom to explore.
Your guide will collect you from your hotel this morning to begin your journey around Iceland's famous Golden Circle route. This classic touring circuit showcases some of Iceland's most celebrated natural wonders. You'll explore Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can walk between two continental plates. Watch the powerful Strokkur geyser shoot boiling water high into the air at the Geysir geothermal area, then stand in awe before the thundering Gullfoss waterfall as it plunges into a dramatic canyon. A special highlight today is your visit to Friðheimar, an innovative farm where tomatoes grow year-round in geothermally heated greenhouses. You'll taste their famous tomato soup and meet their beautiful Icelandic horses. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner with your travel companions at your accommodation.
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Grímsnes, Golden Circle
In the countryside along the Golden Circle, the overnight stop after Þingvellir, Geysir and Gullfoss.
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Þingvellir National Park is Iceland's first national park and its only UNESCO World Heritage Site, sitting 47 kilometers east of Reykjavik at the first stop on the Golden Circle. It is the site of the Alþingi, Iceland's parliament, which first convened here in 930 AD, making it the oldest continuously operating parliament in the world. The park also straddles the rift valley between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates, one of the few places on earth where the Mid-Atlantic Ridge can be seen and walked above sea level.
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The Geysir geothermal area in the Haukadalur valley of South Iceland is one of the three main stops on the Golden Circle and home to the hot spring that gave the English language the word geyser. The Great Geysir has been erupting intermittently for thousands of years and at its peak could blast water up to 70 meters into the air, but it is now largely dormant, erupting unpredictably and rarely. Its neighbor Strokkur, whose name means the Churn, erupts reliably every 5 to 10 minutes to heights of 15 to 40 meters and is the reason visitors gather here. The wider geothermal field contains dozens of hot springs, bubbling mud pools, fumaroles, and smaller geysers, making it worth exploring beyond just waiting for Strokkur. The site is free to visit year-round.
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Gullfoss, meaning Golden Falls, is one of Iceland's most powerful and visited waterfalls, dropping 32 meters in two dramatic tiers into the narrow Gullfossgjúfur canyon on the Golden Circle route. Fed by glacial meltwater from Langjökull glacier, it carries an average of 140 cubic meters of water per second in summer, producing a roar and a cloud of mist that can be heard and felt long before the falls come into view.
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Friðheimar is a family-run farm near Reykholt on the Golden Circle in South Iceland, best known for its geothermal greenhouse operation that grows fresh tomatoes year-round using hot water from a borehole 200 meters from the greenhouses, where the water emerges at 95 degrees Celsius. The farm produces over a metric ton of tomatoes per day and uses around 600 bumblebees for natural pollination. Visitors can tour the greenhouse and dine in the restaurant set inside the growing environment, eating tomato soup with freshly baked bread while surrounded by ripening vines. The farm also breeds Icelandic horses and offers demonstrations of the five gaits unique to the breed. Friðheimar was founded by Knútur and Helena in 1995 and has expanded from a working farm into one of the most visited stops on any Golden Circle itinerary.
Today brings an incredible journey along Iceland's dramatic South Coast. Your first stop is the Lava Centre, an interactive exhibition that brings Iceland's volcanic history to life through innovative displays about earthquakes, eruptions, and geological evolution. Next, you'll visit Seljalandsfoss, a unique waterfall where you can walk behind the cascading water on a footpath for a truly magical perspective. Continue to Skógafoss, an impressive 60-meter-high waterfall that creates powerful spray and often displays beautiful rainbows. After exploring the Skógar Folk Museum to learn about traditional Icelandic life, you'll head to the striking Reynisfjara black sand beach near the village of Vík. Here, dramatic basalt columns called Reynisdrangar rise from the ocean, and steep cliffs create an otherworldly landscape. Your accommodation tonight is located far from city lights, providing an excellent opportunity to search for the northern lights after dinner.
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Kirkjubæjarklaustur, South Iceland
Near Kirkjubæjarklaustur in South Iceland, away from town lighting, which makes it a good base for northern lights evenings between the South Coast and the Glacier Lagoon.
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Seljalandsfoss is a 60-meter waterfall on Iceland's South Coast, fed by meltwater from Eyjafjallajökull glacier flowing down the Seljalandsá river. It is one of the first major waterfalls visitors encounter heading east from Reykjavík along the Ring Road, about 120 kilometers from the capital. What makes it unusual among Iceland's waterfalls is a path that runs around the base of the cliff and directly behind the falls, allowing visitors to stand inside the curtain of water and look back out through it. The walk takes about 10 minutes and the cavern behind the falls is large enough to move around comfortably, though the path becomes extremely slippery and is closed in winter when ice makes it dangerous. The waterfall faces west and catches sunset light particularly well in the late afternoon. A second waterfall, Gljúfrabúi, is hidden inside a narrow gorge two minutes drive east and is worth the small detour.
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Skógafoss is one of Iceland's largest and most visited waterfalls, dropping 60 meters over a 25-meter wide curtain of water on the South Coast near the village of Skógar. The sheer volume of spray it produces means that on clear days, single and double rainbows are almost guaranteed, making it one of the most photogenic spots in the country.
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Skógar Museum (Skógasafn) is one of Iceland's most celebrated regional museums, sitting directly beside Skógafoss waterfall on the South Coast. It holds over 18,000 artifacts spread across three sections: a folk museum, an open-air village of reconstructed turf houses and historical buildings, and a technical museum covering transport and communication. The collection was built over decades by local historian Þórður Tómasson, who founded the museum in 1949 and curated it until his passing in 2022 at the age of 100.
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Reynisfjara is Iceland's most famous black sand beach, sitting on the South Coast just west of the village of Vík í Mýrdal, about 180 kilometers from Reykjavik. The beach is framed by a wall of hexagonal basalt columns and the three offshore Reynisdrangar sea stacks, which folklore says are trolls turned to stone by the rising sun. It is regularly cited as one of the most dramatic non-tropical beaches in the world, and is equally well known for its powerful and unpredictable sneaker waves, which can surge far up the beach without warning.
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Dyrhólaey, meaning Door Hill Island, is a 120-meter volcanic promontory on Iceland's South Coast about 10 kilometers west of Vík. It is best known for its massive natural rock arch, wide enough for small boats to pass through, which was carved by wave action over thousands of years. The promontory is a protected nature reserve and one of the most accessible puffin-watching sites in Iceland, with colonies nesting on the clifftops from May through August. From the top, views extend across Reynisfjara black sand beach, the Reynisdrangar sea stacks, and Mýrdalsjökull glacier.
A full day of glacial wonders awaits you today. You'll begin by exploring Skaftafell, a stunning area within the vast Vatnajökull National Park known for its incredible natural beauty and surrounded by Iceland's highest peaks and largest glaciers. The highlight of the day is Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where massive icebergs in shades of brilliant blue and pure white float serenely in the glacial waters. On clear days, you can see the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier stretching behind the lagoon. Just across the road, you'll walk along Diamond Beach, where chunks of ice from the glacier lagoon wash up on the black sand shore. Polished smooth by the ocean waves, these ice pieces glitter like diamonds in the sunlight, creating perfect photo opportunities against the dark volcanic sand. After dinner at your accommodation this evening, step outside to watch for the aurora borealis in the clear winter sky.
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Höfn, Southeast Iceland
In the harbor town of Höfn in Southeast Iceland, the overnight stop after Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach.
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Vatnajökull is Europe's largest glacier by volume, covering around 8,100 square kilometers and roughly 8% of Iceland's total land area. Beneath its ice lie several active volcanoes, over 30 outlet glaciers flow from its edges, and the vast Vatnajökull National Park that surrounds it is the second largest national park in Europe.
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Jökulsárlón is a glacier lagoon in southeast Iceland at the foot of Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull. It only came into existence in the 1930s when the glacier began retreating, and has grown rapidly since, making it Iceland's deepest lake at 248 meters and covering an area of around 25 square kilometers. Icebergs calved from the glacier drift slowly across the lagoon before flowing out through a short channel to the sea, passing Diamond Beach on the south side of the Ring Road as they go. The lagoon holds seals year-round, who hunt fish in the cold, clear water among the icebergs. Boat tours operate from May to October on both amphibian vehicles and zodiac inflatable boats. The lagoon has appeared in two James Bond films, Tomb Raider, and Batman Begins, among other productions.
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Diamond Beach, formally known as Breiðamerkursandur, is a stretch of black volcanic sand on Iceland's South Coast where icebergs from Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon drift out to sea and are pushed back onto the beach by Atlantic waves. The contrast between the jet-black basalt sand and the translucent ice, which ranges from clear white to deep blue depending on its age and density, is one of the most visually distinctive natural scenes in Iceland. Some pieces arrive small enough to hold in your hands; others stand taller than a person. The ice carries black stripes of volcanic ash from eruptions centuries ago, a record of Vatnajökull glacier's history preserved within the ice itself. The beach is directly opposite the Jökulsárlón parking lot on the south side of the Ring Road and free to visit year-round.
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Kirkjubæjarklaustur, universally shortened to Klaustur, is a small village of around 120 people in South Iceland, sitting on the Ring Road between Vík and Höfn. It is the only inhabited settlement on a 300-kilometer stretch of the Ring Road, making it the essential service stop for anyone driving this section of the south coast. The name translates as church farm cloister, a reference to the Benedictine convent of nuns that operated here from 1186 until the Reformation in 1550. Local place names including Systrafoss waterfall, Systravatn lake, and Systrastapi rock all take their names from the sisters of the convent and carry legends of religious transgression, execution, and vindication that remain among the more vivid pieces of south Iceland folklore. The village is surrounded by significant natural attractions including the Kirkjugólf basalt pavement, Fjaðrárgljúfur canyon, and the gateway to the Laki craters.
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East Iceland
Höfn í Hornafirði is a fishing town of around 2,500 people on Iceland's southeast coast, sitting on a low peninsula where the Ring Road rounds the corner between the South Coast and the Eastfjords. Known throughout Iceland as the Lobster Capital, it is the primary landing point for langoustine caught in the cold, clean waters of the southeast, and several of the town's restaurants have built their entire menus around the local catch. The name Höfn simply means harbor in Icelandic, and the working harbor framed by the Vatnajökull ice cap on the skyline gives the town a character that is both practical and unexpectedly dramatic.
Today you'll discover one of Iceland's most remote and beautiful regions. Your guide will take you through the majestic East Fjords, where tranquil fishing villages nestle between narrow fjords and rugged mountains. During winter months, you might spot reindeer that have descended from the highlands to spend the season near the sea. You'll stop in the charming villages of Stöðvarfjörður and Fáskrúðsfjörður. The latter is particularly interesting for its French heritage and houses a fascinating Northern Lights Photo Exhibition. Your final destination is the remarkable Lake Mývatn area, known for its unusual volcanic landscapes and as one of Iceland's premier locations for viewing the northern lights thanks to its favorable altitude and geography.
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Lake Mývatn, North Iceland
Near Lake Mývatn in North Iceland, a base for exploring the lake, the Mývatn Nature Baths and the geothermal areas nearby.
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East Iceland
Egilsstaðir is the largest town in East Iceland, with a population of around 2,500 people, and serves as the main service, transport, and administrative hub for the entire region. It sits on the banks of the Lagarfljót river in the Fljótsdalshérað valley, directly on the Ring Road, and has its own domestic airport with connections to Reykjavík. Founded only in 1947, it is one of Iceland's newer towns, but its central location makes it the natural base for exploring the Eastfjords, Hallormsstaður forest, Hengifoss waterfall, and Lake Lagarfljót, whose resident serpent Lagarfljótsormur has been Iceland's answer to the Loch Ness Monster since the 14th century.
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Fáskrúðsfjörður is a village of around 700 people in the heart of Iceland's East Fjords, widely known as the French Town of Iceland. From 1880 until 1935 it served as the main operational base for French cod fishermen, primarily from Brittany and Normandy, who came annually to fish Icelandic waters. The legacy is visible throughout the village: street signs are posted in both Icelandic and French, 49 French and Belgian sailors are buried in a graveyard just outside town, and the centerpiece of the village is a beautifully restored 1903 French hospital that now houses a hotel and the French Museum.
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Lake Mývatn is a shallow volcanic lake in northeast Iceland, about an hour east of Akureyri on the Ring Road, covering 37 square kilometers with an average depth of just 2.5 meters. Its name means Midge Lake, a reference to the vast swarms of non-biting midges that hatch from the lake each summer and form the base of an extraordinarily rich food chain. The lake supports more species of breeding ducks than anywhere else in the world, with 13 species confirmed including the Barrow's goldeneye, tufted duck, harlequin duck, wigeon, and scaup. The surrounding landscape is one of the most geologically varied in Iceland, combining pseudocraters, lava formations, geothermal mud pools, active volcanic craters, and a geothermal bathing facility within a short circuit of the lake. Mývatn is a central stop on the Diamond Circle scenic route and one of the most visited natural areas in North Iceland.
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The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are one of the most sought-after natural experiences in Iceland. Iceland's high latitude, low light pollution, and long winter nights make it one of the best places in the world to see them, though a sighting always depends on a combination of clear skies, solar activity, and a little patience.
Begin your day exploring the surreal, moon-like landscapes around Lake Mývatn. You'll visit Námaskarð geothermal area with its bubbling mud pots and steaming fumaroles, and the Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters, unique geological formations created by steam explosions when lava flowed over wetlands. These winter landscapes take on an especially magical quality with snow and ice adding to their otherworldly appearance. Next, you'll stop at Goðafoss, the "Waterfall of the Gods," one of Iceland's most beautiful and historically significant waterfalls. You'll then have free time to explore Akureyri, Iceland's charming northern capital. This coastal town offers excellent museums, boutique shops, cafes, and a picturesque harbor area. After browsing Akureyri, you'll continue through the Skagafjörður region to your accommodation for dinner.
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A country hotel set in the farmlands of Skagafjörður, reached after the Tröllaskagi peninsula and the herring town of Siglufjörður.
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Lake Mývatn is a shallow volcanic lake in northeast Iceland, about an hour east of Akureyri on the Ring Road, covering 37 square kilometers with an average depth of just 2.5 meters. Its name means Midge Lake, a reference to the vast swarms of non-biting midges that hatch from the lake each summer and form the base of an extraordinarily rich food chain. The lake supports more species of breeding ducks than anywhere else in the world, with 13 species confirmed including the Barrow's goldeneye, tufted duck, harlequin duck, wigeon, and scaup. The surrounding landscape is one of the most geologically varied in Iceland, combining pseudocraters, lava formations, geothermal mud pools, active volcanic craters, and a geothermal bathing facility within a short circuit of the lake. Mývatn is a central stop on the Diamond Circle scenic route and one of the most visited natural areas in North Iceland.
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Námafjall is a geothermal mountain east of Lake Myvatn in North Iceland, and Hverir is the active geothermal field at its base, also known as Hverarönd. The site features boiling mud pots, hissing steam vents, and slopes stained yellow, orange, and red by mineral deposits, all driven by the Krafla volcanic system whose magma chamber sits just 3 to 5 kilometers underground. It is one of the most visually intense and accessible geothermal areas in Iceland, sitting directly off Route 1.
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The Skútustaðagígar pseudo-craters on the southern shore of Lake Myvatn are Iceland's largest and best-preserved pseudocrater field, with over 50 individual formations scattered across the wetlands. Unlike true volcanic craters, they were created 2,300 years ago when molten lava flowed over waterlogged ground, trapping steam that blasted through the surface in a series of explosions. The result is a surreal landscape of grass-covered bowl-shaped mounds that look volcanic but have no connection to any magma source below.
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Goðafoss, meaning Waterfall of the Gods, is one of North Iceland's most celebrated waterfalls, sitting directly off the Ring Road about 50 kilometers east of Akureyri on the Skjálfandafljót river. It is 12 meters high and 30 meters wide, split into two horseshoe-shaped cascades by an island called Hrútey in the river above. The name comes from an event in the year 1000 AD when Iceland's Lawspeaker, Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði, decided that Iceland would convert from paganism to Christianity rather than risk a civil war between the two faiths. On returning home from the Althing, he is said to have thrown his statues of the Norse gods into this waterfall, symbolically marking the end of Iceland's pagan era. The waterfall is free to visit, accessible from both banks of the river, and open year-round.
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Akureyri is Iceland's second-largest town and the undisputed capital of North Iceland, with a population of around 20,000 people sitting at the innermost point of Eyjafjörður, Iceland's longest fjord, about 100 kilometers south of the Arctic Circle. Despite its modest size, it functions as a fully equipped city with a university, hospital, airport with domestic and international connections, a botanical garden that is one of the northernmost in the world, a ski resort on the mountain directly above the town, a geothermal spa, and a thriving restaurant and café scene. The town is perhaps best known internationally for its heart-shaped traffic lights, changed from the usual round shape during an economic downturn in 2008 as a gesture of optimism and never changed back. It serves as the natural base for exploring the Diamond Circle route, which connects Mývatn, Goðafoss, Dettifoss, Ásbyrgi, and Húsavík.
Your journey continues through West Iceland's beautiful Borgarfjörður region today. You'll visit Deildartunguhver, Europe's most powerful hot spring, where you can feel the incredible geothermal power as steam rises from the earth. Nearby, you'll see the spectacular twin waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafoss, where crystal-clear water flows out from beneath a lava field. The final cultural stop is Reykholt, a site rich in Icelandic saga history as the home of Snorri Sturluson, the famous 13th-century writer, poet, and scholar. After this historical visit, you'll return to Reykjavík where you'll be dropped at your accommodation. The evening is yours to enjoy the capital city one last time.
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A large modern hotel on Höfðatorg in central Reykjavík, within walking distance of Laugavegur and the old harbour. Your base on the first and last nights of the tour.
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Deildartunguhver is Europe's most powerful hot spring, pumping 180 liters of water per second at a constant temperature of 97 degrees Celsius from deep underground in the Borgarfjördur valley of West Iceland. You cannot bathe in it, but the viewing walkways bring you remarkably close to one of the most viscerally powerful natural features in the country.
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Hraunfossar, meaning Lava Falls, is one of Iceland's most unusual waterfalls: not a single drop but a 900-meter stretch of small springs that emerge directly from beneath the edge of the Hallmundarhraun lava field and trickle into the turquoise Hvítá River below. The water originates from the Langjökull glacier, filtering through the porous lava rock before appearing at the surface. A short walk upstream leads to Barnafoss, a dramatically different waterfall where the same river forces through a narrow rocky gorge.
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Barnafoss, meaning Children's Falls, is a turbulent gorge waterfall on the Hvítá river in Borgarfjörður, West Iceland, a short walk upstream from its geologically remarkable neighbor Hraunfossar. The name comes from a folk legend: two boys, left at home while their parents went to church, took a shortcut across a natural stone arch over the falls. Both fell in and drowned. Their mother laid a curse on the bridge, and shortly after an earthquake destroyed it. The waterfall races through a narrow channel carved from volcanic rock, strikingly different from the quiet, diffuse streams of Hraunfossar just 200 meters away. The two are almost always visited together and take less than an hour to see.
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Reykholt is a small village in the Borgarfjördur valley of West Iceland and one of the most historically significant sites in the country. It was the home of Snorri Sturluson, the 13th-century scholar, poet, and chieftain who wrote the Prose Edda, Heimskringla, and Egil's Saga, works that remain foundational texts of Norse mythology and medieval Scandinavian history. Snorri lived and worked here from 1206 until his assassination on the farm in 1241.
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Reykjavík
Reykjavík is the capital and biggest city of Iceland with a population of approximately 124,000. It is the northernmost capital in the world. Despite its small size, you can find many attractions and museums, making Reykjavik a popular destination.
Your Icelandic winter adventure comes to an end today. A shuttle bus will pick you up from your accommodation and transfer you to Keflavík International Airport in time for your flight home. If your flight departs later in the day, you have the option to add a visit to the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa on your way to the airport, providing a relaxing conclusion to your journey through Iceland's winter wonderland.
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Reykjavík
Reykjavík is the capital and biggest city of Iceland with a population of approximately 124,000. It is the northernmost capital in the world. Despite its small size, you can find many attractions and museums, making Reykjavik a popular destination.
Let your personal travel consultant know what other activities catch your eye and we’ll add them to your custom-made trip itinerary.
We handpick accommodations to ensure memorable stays for every type of traveler.
Our Superior accommodations feature spacious private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, offering the choice of a relaxing bath or a refreshing shower, along with a private toilet to ensure maximum comfort and privacy. These rooms represent the best available lodging options, found within prestigious 4-star hotels or the finest, highest-quality lodges across each region. In Reykjavik, all Superior accommodations are centrally located, placing you within easy reach of the city's key attractions, shopping areas, and vibrant dining and cultural scenes. These accommodations provide an elevated experience with superior comfort, thoughtful amenities, and attentive service designed to make your stay truly memorable. To enhance your visit, a complimentary breakfast is included each morning, helping you start your day well-nourished and ready to explore.
Experience a higher level of comfort with our carefully selected Classic accommodations, each offering private facilities including a shower and toilet for your convenience and privacy. These lodges fall under the 3-star hotel category, providing a perfect blend of quality and value. Most properties boast an on-site restaurant where you can enjoy a variety of meals without needing to venture far. In Reykjavik, all Classic accommodations are ideally situated in central locations, giving you easy access to the city's main attractions, shopping districts, and vibrant cultural spots. This category represents a significant upgrade in both comfort and service compared to budget options, making it an excellent choice for travelers seeking a cozy yet affordable stay. To make your mornings hassle-free, a delicious breakfast is included with your stay.
Our luxury accommodations feature exquisite suites and premium rooms within top-tier lodges and resorts, offering an elegant and sophisticated ambiance. Designed with refined decor and upscale touches, these accommodations provide a seamless blend of style, comfort, and exclusivity. Personalized services cater to your every need, ensuring a truly indulgent and tailored experience. In Reykjavik, all luxury accommodations are centrally located, placing you at the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural scene, fine dining, shopping, and key attractions. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil retreat or an immersive urban experience, these upscale lodgings deliver the perfect base. Classy, elegant, and supremely comfortable, our luxury options strive to provide a first-class stay marked by exceptional amenities, impeccable service, and attention to detail. Every aspect is carefully crafted to make your visit not just memorable, but extraordinary.
Prepare for your adventure with these essential tips and information for a smooth journey.
This tour is specifically designed to maximize your northern lights viewing opportunities. You'll spend multiple nights in remote locations away from light pollution, and your guide will monitor aurora forecasts throughout the trip. However, the northern lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings depend on weather conditions and solar activity. This tour operates during the winter months (typically September through April) when viewing conditions are optimal.
This is a small group tour, which means you'll travel in an intimate setting with up to 16 like-minded travelers. Small groups allow for a more personalized experience, easier communication with your guide, and the flexibility to adjust plans if needed for optimal northern lights viewing.
Iceland's winter weather requires proper preparation. Bring warm, waterproof layers including a quality winter jacket, waterproof pants, warm fleece or wool layers, a hat, gloves, and sturdy waterproof hiking boots with good traction. Even in winter, weather can change quickly, so layering is essential. Don't forget your camera with extra batteries, as cold weather drains them quickly.
Daily driving times vary from 7 to 11 hours depending on the itinerary, but this includes multiple stops at attractions, photo opportunities, and meal breaks. Your guide will ensure regular breaks, and Iceland's dramatic scenery makes the journey part of the adventure. The comfortable modern vehicle and small group size make long travel days enjoyable.
Yes! You can upgrade your airport transfer on either arrival (Day 1) or departure (Day 8) to include a visit to the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. This is an optional extra and must be arranged in advance. It's a wonderful way to begin or end your Icelandic adventure with a relaxing soak in the mineral-rich geothermal waters.
This tour isn't recommended for families with young children due to the nature of the activities included. However, it's well-suited for active, well-traveled children ages 12 and older who can handle the physical demands and pace of the itinerary. If you're unsure whether this tour is right for your family, we're happy to discuss it with you and help find the perfect fit.
