Land of the Northern Lights
5 Days Starting and ending in Reykjavik
Visiting: Reykjavík, Blue Lagoon, Hella, Seljalandsfoss, Vik, Skógafoss, Eyjafjallajökull
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ICE5
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Age range:
18-70
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Tour Overview
A tour to discover Iceland’s nature and cultural life, with two nights in Iceland’s vibrant capital ReykjavÃk and two nights in South Iceland, an ideal location for the search for the fascinating Northern Lights, best seen between January and March.
See glittering glaciers, snow-clad mountains, giant lava fields, steaming hot springs and beautiful waterfalls.
Bathe in the mineral rich geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, walk on a black lava beach, visit Icelandic horses on their farm.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Reykjavik
Location: Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cabin - 2 Star
Welcome to Iceland! Your transfer from the airport to your hotel is by FlyBus shuttle.
(You will be provided a voucher in advance for the FLYBUS airport shuttle located outside the arrival hall in front of the main airport exit).
The airport transfer will take about 45 minutes to your arrival hotel.
Upon arrival to hotel , you will be provided with some information on how to explore Iceland's capital.
Accommodation
Hotel Cabin - 2 Star
Day 2: Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Hella
Location: Blue Lagoon, Hella, Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Árhús Cottages - 2 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we discover the highlights of Iceland's exciting capital.
We will then head out to explore the Reykjanes Peninsula with its hot springs, mountains, bird cliffs, light houses and fishing villages.
At the end of the day, we get to soak off our travels in the warm mineral waters of the famous Blue Lagoon.
In the evening, we hear about the Northern Lights from our tour guide and naturally once the darkness falls, you will get the opportunity to see the Northern Lights.
Accommodation
Stracta Hotel - 3 Star
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
Sightseeing Reykjavik
Blue Lagoon
Northern Lights
Day 3: South Iceland ( Glaciers &Amp; Waterfalls )
Location: Seljalandsfoss, Vik, Skógafoss, Eyjafjallajökull
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Árhús Cottages - 2 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
A long and full day awaits! In the morning, we follow the south coast and arrive near the active volcano that is beneath the Eyjafjallajökull glacier, then take a stop at the high but narrow Seljalandsfoss waterfall plunging from the mountain.
Next, we visit Skógar folk museums and several turf-built houses.
Nearby is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the country; the 60-metre-high Skógafoss waterfall.
In the afternoon, we offer an optional glacier hike at Sólheimajökull.
Leaving the hikers there, we continue south to the black lava beach to see the amazing bird cliffs at Reynisfjara near VÃk.
If the night is clear, you might see the Northern Lights swirling in a wild and carefree dance across the heavens in dramatic shapes, colours, patterns and sizes.
The hotel grounds are large and dark to offer you a good view of the Northern Lights.
It requires patience, warm clothing and the excitement!
Accommodation
Stracta Hotel - 3 Star
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
Sightseeing of Eyjafjallajökull Glacier
Sightseeing of Seljalandsfoss
Sightseeing of Skogafoss Waterfalls
Optional Activities
Sólheimajökull Glacier Hike (3 hrs - 1 hr on ice) - €110
Day 4: Horses &Amp; Golden Circle, ReykjavÃk
Location: Reykjavík
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Cabin - 2 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, you learn about the adorable Icelandic horse, followed by a visit to a geothermal greenhouse.
Then we take the Golden Circle route! See steam rising from the Geyser geothermal fields, various hot springs and bubbling pools as you arrive.
Continue to Gullfoss, a double waterfall that tumbles from 34 metres! Head inland to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before returning to ReykjavÃk for your last night, and an optional Northern Lights evening cruise.
Accommodation
Hotel Cabin - 2 Star
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
Sightseeing Golden Circle
Thingvellir National Park
Optional Activities
Northern Lights evening Cruise
Cruise - Prices vary, please check online.
Day 5: Reykjavik
Location: Reykjavík
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our trip will end after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast, and check-out of the hotel in ReykjavÃk.
The FlyBus shuttle will take you back to the airport from your hotel.
Meals
Breakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 & 2 Star Hotels
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Meals
4 Breakfasts
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Transportation
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Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival and departure airport transfers by FLYBUS Plus shuttle.
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Tour Guiding
Services of Icelandic local guide from day 2 to day 4
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Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary hotel anc coach Wi-Fi ( where available )
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
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Items of a personal nature
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Meals not stated above
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Entrance fees to the sights and museums
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Optional activities
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Other services not stated in the itinerary
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No passenger under age 18.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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Free Date Changes
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Low Deposit
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Cancellation Policy
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