Iceland New Years Festival - 5 days

Iceland New Years Festival - 5 days

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Iceland New Years Festival - 5 days

5 Days Starting and ending in Reykjavik

Visiting: Reykjavík, Gullfoss Falls, Reykjanes, Blue Lagoon

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2812/INYF

Group size:

2 - 40

Age range:

Child: 8 - 11.99yrs. Adult: 12 yrs+

Trip Styles:

Small Group

From: $4485 $3678 Operator discount: -$807 -18%

NB: Prices correct on 30-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

NEW YEAR TOUR: Rein in the New Year in Reykjavik! Explore Thingvellir National Park, marvel at Gullfoss waterfall, and witness the geothermal wonders of Haukadalur. Enjoy an authentic dinner at a Viking Restaurant, discover Reykjavik's landmarks, delve into holiday traditions on a festive walking tour, and enjoy a Gala dinner with music and panoramic city views. Explore Reykjanes Peninsula's dramatic landscapes and relax at the Blue Lagoon. Wrap up this incredible journey with a modern Icelandic steak dinner, completing your adventure on the perfect note.

Highlights

  • Reykjavik - Discover the city's iconic sites, including Hallgrímskirkja church and immerse in Icelandic holiday traditions during a festive walking tour

  • Reykjanes Peninsula -Explore dramatic landscapes, intriguing geology, and charming fishing villages

  • Blue Lagoon - Relax in a natural geothermal spa surrounded by a lava field

  • Ingólfsskáli - Indulge in an authentic Viking dinner, delving into ancient Icelandic heritage

  • Perlan - Enjoy a festive New Year's Eve 4-course dinner with wine pairing, music performances, and a 360° view over Reykjavík

  • Icelandic Steak Dinner - Enjoy a delicious fusion of flavours at a modern Icelandic steakhouse

  • Golden Circle - See Geysir geothermal fields, Gulfoss Waterfall, Strokkur geyser, Thingvellir National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site

Itinerary

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Day 1: Reykjavik

Location: Reykjavík

Reykjavik. Welcome to Iceland and the start of your Northern Lights adventure! Your transfer to your accommodation is by Flybus shuttle. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Day 2: Reykjavik

Location: Reykjavík, Gullfoss Falls, Reykjavík

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Reykjavik - Thingvellir National Park - Gullfoss - Reykjavik. Embark on a scenic journey to Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Iceland's ancient Alþingi parliament.





Witness the Mid-Atlantic rift, a visible symbol of Iceland's geological forces. Move on to the breathtaking Gullfoss waterfall and the active geothermal area of Haukadalur, where Strokkur geyser bursts water life every few minutes.





Conclude the day with a step back in time at Ingólfsskáli Viking Restaurant, offering an authentic Icelandic dinner immersed in Viking history and traditions. As the day ends, keep an eye out for the elusive Northern Lights dancing over Faxaflói Bay.





Day 3: Reykjavik

Location: Reykjavík

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Happy New Year's Eve! Explore Reykjavík's highlights on a guided city tour, taking in its iconic sites and landmarks. Admire the city's center, the Parliamentary grounds, the harbour, and Hallgrímskirkja church. Passing the renowned Harpa concert hall, our journey leads to the Pearl, a building offering unparalleled views.





Later, immerse yourself in the city's festive spirit on a walking tour, discovering Icelandic holiday traditions and sampling Christmas treats.





In the evening, enjoy a Gala dinner at Perlan, complete with music, a DJ, and stunning views of Reykjavík. Exclusive access to the observation deck ensures an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration.

Day 4: Reykjavik

Location: Reykjavík, Reykjanes, Blue Lagoon, Reykjavík

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Reykjavik - Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavik. Departing from Reykjavik, our adventure leads us through the breathtaking Reykjanes peninsula, renowned for its dramatic seashores, captivating geology, and charming fishing villages.





En route, we'll visit Bessastaðir, the official residence of Iceland's President, and venture to remarkable landmarks like the Bridge between the continents, Gunnuhver hot spring area, Brimketill viewpoint, and the UNESCO Global Geopark lighthouse.





After lunch at the Northern Light Inn restaurant, we'll reach the famed Blue Lagoon—a geothermal oasis amid lava fields, inviting you to enjoy in its mineral-rich, healing waters.





To conclude the day, we'll enjoy a memorable meal at Hereford, an acclaimed and modern Iceland steakhouse.

Day 5: Reykjavik

Location: Reykjavík

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today our Northern Lights Icelandic experience comes to an end with included FlyBus transfer to Keflavik Airport.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    4 star

  • 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners (a Viking dinner experience, New Year's Eve festive 4-course dinner and a culinary dinner experience in Reykjavik on New Year's Day)

  • 4 nights 4 star hotel

  • Keflavik Airport arrival and departure transfer (FlyBus shuttle)

  • Escorted by an English speaking tour guide

  • Transportation in heated coaches with free Wi-Fi on board

  • Northern Lights Planetarium show

  • Entrance with towel into the Blue Lagoon

  • Northern Lights search by boat

  • Guided tours of Reykjavik and Reykjanes Peninsula

  • This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. The sightseeing group may vary in size from 10 - 40 persons.

What's Not Included

  • International Flights and Visas

  • Gratuity for your tour guide. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture

Check out our Q&As

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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10-Sep-2021

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30-Nov-2023

Traveled through Egypt with On the Go Tours, professional service, very informative and helpful tour guides. The choice of hotels was excellent... Definitely recommend this company

Gavin Harrigan  

King Tutankhamun 10 day tour of Egypt

16-Sep-2021

I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

Paul Kelly (Google Reviewer)  

TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9...

26-Feb-2023

TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9 day tour of Morocco visiting many main cities and places of interest. The coach was very comfortable and we felt safe with the driver Suliman. The guide was Hicham Touraouine and he was fantastic. He spoke perfect English as well as French, Arabic and Berber. He was so kind and considerate and made a good tour great. We particularly enjoyed ‘glamming in the Sahara Desert. So much to see and do and great food and company. We would definitely use On The Go Tours again, especially if Hicham was the guide. Paul & Penny

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

Terrible tour of India. For...

27-Dec-2023

Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

I had used them once...

09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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