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6 days - Escorted small group tour with premium hotels and added inclusions.
Experience the magic of Iceland’s winter on the Icelandic Lights tour! This carefully crafted journey showcases the country's most iconic sights while maximizing your chances of witnessing the spectacular Northern Lights. From Reykjavik, journey to the majestic Vatnajökull glacier in the southeast, this adventure takes you through Iceland's breathtaking countryside.
Explore the famous Golden Circle, relax in the soothing waters of the Blue Lagoon, and marvel at the beauty of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the striking Black Lava Beach. Learn about the Northern Lights, and meet the iconic Icelandic horses at a local farm. Along the way, you’ll also discover traditional turf farmsteads and charming churches, making this an unforgettable winter escape.
Read more about the best time to see the Northern Lights in Iceland.
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.
Small coach (max 16 people on tour)
Note: arrival and departure transfers are independent and not guided
Arrive in Reykjavík and transfer independently to your centrally located hotel. Settle into your room and enjoy the afternoon at leisure — perhaps take a short walk to Hallgrímskirkja or explore the city’s vibrant streets.
In the evening, meet your guide and fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, a relaxed introduction to the group and the journey ahead.
After breakfast, begin your journey through Iceland’s iconic Golden Circle. Your first stop is Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site where you’ll walk between two tectonic plates and learn about Iceland’s historical significance as the site of the world’s oldest parliament.
Continue to the Geysir geothermal area, where the Strokkur geyser erupts dramatically every few minutes. At Restaurant Geysir, enjoy a tasting of traditional Icelandic flavours — hot spring-baked rye bread served with Icelandic butter, boiled eggs, and pickled herring, accompanied by a sample of brennivín (Icelandic schnapps).
Next, visit Gullfoss, a powerful double waterfall plunging into a rugged canyon — a breathtaking sight in any season.
In the afternoon, stop at Skálholt Cathedral, one of Iceland’s most historically significant churches, before heading to a local horse farm for a meet-and-greet with Icelandic horses and a short demonstration. Then visit a geothermal greenhouse, where Icelanders harness natural heat to grow tomatoes and other crops year-round — with a tasting included.
Arrive at your countryside accommodation in South Iceland and enjoy a group dinner.
In the evening, attend a Northern Lights presentation as part of the tour’s educational program. Weather permitting, step outside to search the skies for the elusive aurora borealis.
Today, journey along Iceland’s dramatic South Coast, where nature and culture intertwine. Begin with a visit to the Lava & Volcano Exhibition Centre, offering an engaging look at Iceland’s powerful geology and volcanic history.
Continue to the Skógar Folk Museum, one of Iceland’s finest heritage collections. Explore traditional turf houses, domestic artefacts, and tools that offer a glimpse into rural life before modernisation. Next door, admire the majestic Skógafoss waterfall, plunging 60 metres into a misty canyon — often accompanied by rainbows on sunny days.
Enjoy lunch at the museum’s restaurant before heading to Reynisfjara, the striking black sand beach near Vík. Walk along the shoreline, where jagged basalt columns rise from the sea and dramatic cliffs frame the coast. Stop briefly in Vík, home to a large tourism store, before continuing east.
Arrive at your accommodation near Vatnajökull National Park, a peaceful setting far from city lights — ideal for Northern Lights viewing if conditions allow. Settle in for a relaxing evening and group dinner.
Today is dedicated to Iceland’s glacial wonders. Begin with a visit to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where massive icebergs drift through crystal-clear waters — a surreal and unforgettable sight. If conditions allow, you may spot seals swimming among the ice.
Next, walk along Diamond Beach, where icebergs from the lagoon wash ashore and glisten like jewels against the black volcanic sand. A longer 2 km scenic walk is offered for those who wish to explore further, with the guide meeting you at the other end.
Continue to the turf church at Hof, a charming and historic structure nestled in the countryside. Then head into Vatnajökull National Park, Europe’s largest national park and home to Iceland’s highest peaks and largest glacier. The park’s vast alpine landscapes offer a dramatic contrast to the icy coast.
In the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and a Northern Lights Academy film presentation, providing insight into the science and folklore behind the aurora borealis. Weather permitting, you may step outside to search the skies for the elusive Northern Lights.
Today’s journey takes you across some of Iceland’s most stunning landscapes. Begin with a drive through the vast Eldhraun lava field, one of the largest lava flows in the world, shaped by a massive eruption in the 18th century. Continue toward the village of Vík, stopping at Reynisfjara black sand beach, where dramatic cliffs and basalt columns rise from the sea — a striking location for photos and reflection.
Travel west to Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most iconic waterfalls. Unique for the path that leads behind the cascade, it offers a rare chance to experience the waterfall from within. The surrounding landscape of meadows and volcanic ridges adds to the beauty of the stop.
Before reaching the Blue Lagoon, visit a turf church near Grindavík, a quiet and atmospheric site that reflects Iceland’s rural heritage. Then drive through Grindavík, a town recently affected by volcanic activity — now a haunting reminder of Iceland’s ever-changing geology.
In the afternoon, unwind at the Blue Lagoon, Iceland’s famous geothermal spa. Soak in the warm, mineral-rich waters surrounded by black lava fields, and enjoy a comfort package that includes a mud mask, towel, and drink.
Return to Reykjavík in the early evening for your final night. Dinner is independent, but weather permitting, you may have the opportunity to view the Northern Lights from the city — a magical farewell to your Icelandic adventure.
After breakfast, transfer independently by Flybus shuttle from your hotel in Reykjavík to Keflavík International Airport for your onward journey.
Prices are per person in double or twin share. It is not possible to upgrade room categories. Single supplement is on request, please contact us for more information on price and availability.
Itineraries may be subject to change at short notice during severe weather conditions and certain outdoor activities/day trips may be cancelled during the winter season in Iceland. In these rare cases, where situations of force majeure apply, excursions/activities cannot be refunded but the local guides will try their best to find reasonable alternatives where and whenever possible.
Recommended minimum age: 10–12+ due to long days and structured schedule. 20% discount for children under 12 years of age if sharing room with 2 adults. Triple rooms are double rooms with an extra bed and ideal for two adults and one child.
It is not possible to upgrade your accommodation on this tour. You can upgrade to a private transfer to and from the airport.
Activity Levels on tour: The tour is suitable for travellers with some limited mobility — guide adapts walking distances and access. The bus parks are all close to the attractions. At some of the waterfalls there is an option to go for longer walks, but all are optional. The walk at the Þingvellir national park is gravel, but it is a gentle downhill slope. There is generally always planned plenty of time for each activity.
This new hot springs centre has eight natural hot springs that evolve into the ocean with temperatures ranging from ocean temperatures (around 10°C) to 42°C in the old original hot spring. It is included in many of our tours and was awarded 'best thing to do in the world' by TIMEOUT magazine in 2023.
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.
