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8-Days Northern Lights Exploration Tour from Reykjavík

52 Reviews 4.90 out of 5 stars Based on 52 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 98% of reviewers | Reykjavik, Iceland

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8 days (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Explore the best of West and South Iceland. A bestseller with up to 98% Northern Light sightings!

Discover the Golden Circle, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, the Blue Lagoon, the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Black lava beaches. Climb a volcano, embark on a whale watching tour, stop at a shark farmer, meet Icelandic horses, see turf farmsteads and churches.

Our Northern Lights Exploration series is designed to include the highlights of Iceland and aim to maximize the chances of seeing the elusive Northern Lights, most nights are spent in the darkness away from light pollution.

Our first class experienced tour guides guide you throughout the tour and keep you informed and entertained during the included Northern Lights Academy.

There is an optional ice cave tour from mid-November to mid-March and an optional Northern Lights by boat cruise from Reykjavík.

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Visit to Icelandic horse stables & geothermal greenhouse
  • WiFi on board
  • Additional meals, drinks and services
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Upon arrival look for the Reykjavik Excursions Flybus shuttles located just outside the airport terminal. A Flybus voucher will be provided upon booking. If you need assistance, contact the Reykjavik Excursions/Flybus representative at their sales counter in the arrival hall. The transfer takes about 45 minutes to the BSI bus station in Reykjavík. There you might either continue with the same bus or be transferred to a smaller coach to your accommodation in Reykjavík according to instructions of the driver.Your tour guide will meet you at Hotel Klettur before the 09 AM departure.

What To Expect

Day 1

Welcome to Iceland. Individual transfer by Flybus shuttle bus from Keflavik Airport to your accommodation in Reykjavík.

1 Stop

Day 2

Reykjavik City Tour & Borgarfjordur Saga Valley.

5 Stops

Day 3

Snæfellsnes Peninsula & Lava Cave

2 Stops

Day 4

Golden Circle, Geothermal Taste & Icelandic Horse

4 Stops

Day 5

Natural Wonders of South Iceland & Eyjafjallajökull Volcano

5 Stops

Day 6

Vatnajökull National Park & Glacier including Glacial Lagoon and Diamond Beach

4 Stops

Day 7

South Shore & Blue Lagoon

3 Stops

Day 8

Departure Day - Individual transfer by Flybus shuttle from your accommodation in Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport

1 Stop

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 8-Days Northern Lights Exploration Tour from Reykjavík?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.90 out of 5 stars based on 52 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Breakfast
  • Visit to Icelandic horse stables & geothermal greenhouse
  • WiFi on board
  • Visit to multimedia presentation at Eyjafjallajökull Volcano Information Center
  • 7-nights accommodation in comfort tourist-class hotels including breakfast
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hot Spring Tasting with geothermally cooked bread and eggs
  • Use of winter & Northern Lights equipment: snow & ice grippers spikes for shoes and a flashlight
  • Parking Fees
  • Northern Lights Academy program with a combination of presentations, film & Northern Lights searches
  • Fully escorted 6-day bus tour with an English-speaking guide or driver-guide
  • Arrival & departure airport transfer by FLYBUS Plus shuttle (no guide)
  • Guided tour into Vatnshellir cave
  • Additional meals, drinks and services

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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