Best time for Northern Lights in Iceland
Iceland is world famous as a 'Northern Lights' travel destination. Between mid-September to early April each year, travellers flock to this island to search each evening for the magical lights in the sky.
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7 days - An independent winter tour of Iceland
Join us for a winter independent tour to the land of ice and fire in the middle of the North Atlantic. We will take you out to see the most famous sights around the Golden Circle, hot springs and much more.
Visit filming locations from the Game of Thrones Iceland such as ancient site of Þingvellir and then areas around Akureyri such as the Goðafoss waterfall. As a finale you will have a day and night at the Blue Lagoon for a soak in the warm healing waters.
As a Certified B Corporation, 50 Degrees North has designed this tour using handpicked local hoteliers and suppliers who share our ethos of delivering services and activities of high social and environmental standards.
The CO2-e per person per day of all tours is carefully measured following each season. We fully offset all emissions of our tours on your behalf, and we constantly look at ways to reduce emissions where possible.
Day tours in minivan, Air Iceland flight to and from Akureyri.
On arrival, private transfer to the hotel. At 9pm this evening, you will be picked up from your hotel for a small group bus tour to search for the Northern Lights. Enjoy a hot chocolate enroute as your guide and driver search out the best spot to see the lights this evening. Dress warmly and be prepared to be out for a while. Remember, the Northern Lights are a natural phenomena that is impossible to predict.
Small group day tour to the Golden Circle region. Visit all three attractions of the famous Golden Circle with an added visit to the unique Secret Lagoon. You will be picked up by small minivan and explore Þingvellir National Park. The home of Iceland’s ancient Viking parliament and listed as a UNESCO’s World Heritage site will be our first stop. There you will take a walk to experience firsthand the geological phenomenon that is the Mid-Atlantic ridge before visitng Gulfoss the Golden Waterfall and Geysir spouting water sometimes up to 40m high.
While you are in Iceland, there is a “must do” to try all that authentic Iceland has to offer. You get the chance to bathe in one of Iceland’s natural hot pools before returning to Reykjavik in the late afternoon.
Today, travel to the south coast of Iceland with its black beaches, picturesque waterfalls and magnificent glaciers. On our way you will witness the many sides of Icelandic nature and culture. Gljúfrabúi waterfall and Seljalandsfoss waterfall are the first stops. Skógafoss waterfall is the next stop.
Then visit Sólheimajökull Glacier which is the highlight of the day. Walking on the glacier with Iceland's most powerful volcano lying underneath is a surreal experience. The next stop is a walk along the Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach and afterwards, return to Reykjavik.
This morning, make your way to the domestic airport (transfer not included) where you'll board a 60 minute flight to the beautiful town of Akureyri.
Often referred to as the "capital" of the north, Akureyri is by far the largest town in the north of Iceland and it's the second largest urban area in Iceland with a population little less than 20,000. Located only 60 kilometres from the Arctic circle, the mountains in the area are often capped with snow year round, and in the winter they offer some of the best skiing in the country.
This afternoon, you can walk to the Forest Spa - we have included entry for you.
For the next two nights you'll be staying at the comfortable hotel right in the town's centre. There is the possibility to go on another Northern Lights tour this evening if desired.
Today you will be entering the other worldly landscapes of Lake Myvatn where the scenes for "North of the Wall" were filmed. You will be picked up at your hotel at 9am and then have a full day of touring this area.
The Lake Mývatn area is considered by many to be the most beautiful and, at the same time, the most catastrophic place in Iceland. Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn with an experienced local tour guide including all the top attractions and the Myvatn Nature Baths. This tour is unique in that you also visit the amazing Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe features in films such as Promethius.
You will stop along the way for lunch (not included) and we recommend bringing good walking shoes, bathing suit and towel (can be rented), water bottle and warm clothing in winter time.
Our services end after breakfast and a private transfer to the international airport.
All prices listed are per person, twin share. Prices are indicative due to the current uncertainty across Europe with increasing energy and volatile fuel costs.
Lunch can be purchased along the way during the day trips or bring your own. Boots can also be hired if necessary.
The program is flexible and can be tailored to your preferences. The hiking is easy on these tours. We can include sections of the Arctic Coastal Way.
Please note min. age for the Glacer walk is 10 years.
Iceland is world famous as a 'Northern Lights' travel destination. Between mid-September to early April each year, travellers flock to this island to search each evening for the magical lights in the sky.
No-one has missed the beautiful black beaches of Iceland on Instagram. Wanting to know more about how to visit this spot? See our ultimate guide to Reynisfjara Beach, Iceland.
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Meet at Reykjavik international airport.