Northern Lights and Golden Circle

Stay in central Reykjavík and travel by coach to The Golden Circle Area, the world-famous Geysir geothermal area, a geothermal field where hot springs are in abundance, geysers erupt and pools of mud bubble. An ideal short break with the opportunity to add on day trips to see more of Iceland.

Highlights

• Bespoke holiday
• The Golden Circle, geysers and waterfalls
• The Capital of Iceland, Reykjavik
• Moonlike landscapes in the vicinity of the Capital

Itinerary Suggestion

Day 1 - Arrival and Northern Lights Tour

Depart from your selected airport in the UK and arrive at Keflavík, Iceland’s International Airport. You will be transported by the fast, reliable and convenient Reykjavík Excursions FlybusPlus service to Reykjavík. Enjoy exploring the City before going on a Northern Lights Hunt later tonight.

Northern Lights Hunt Tour

At 20.30/21.30 you will be picked up from Reykjavík by an expert local guide and begin your hunt for the magical Northern Lights. This natural phenomenon happens during the winter months and is caused by the interaction of particles from the sun with the upper atmosphere by the North Pole.

The locations visited vary depending on weather conditions and sightings are not guaranteed as the lights are a natural phenomenon. However, don’t worry- we will maximise your chance to see them. We always schedule your Northern Lights tour on your first available evening because you can then re-schedule free of charge another night. This means if you are in Iceland for 3 nights, you have 3 chances to see the lights!

There are many different Northern Lights tours, you can upgrade this experience. How about a Northern Lights Superjeep Tour, Northern Lights by Boat or combine your Northern Lights experience with a dip into a geothermal spa like Fontana Spa. Ask your Iceland Travel Specialist for different upgrade options!

Day 2 - Explore Reykjavík

Reykjavík is an exciting modern city with lots to see and do. If you want to relax, visit one of the many spas and swimming pools. We will send you plenty of suggestions of the "must sees" in the City.

Day 3 - The Golden Circle Tour

Iceland has spectacular scenery and much of this is only an hour or two from Reykjavík. One of the most popular tours is the "Golden Circle Tour" and is included in this package.

Golden Circle and Friðheimar Tour

Visit 3 of Iceland’s most famous sights in one day tour; Gullfoss, Geysir and Þingvellir. See Strokkur, an active geyser that shoots up a column of water up to 30 meters (98ft) followed by a visit to Gullfoss, a three-step waterfall that is a part of a glacier river. Finally, visit Þingvellir National Park that is also a UNESCO site that is geologically and historically significant. It is the location of the oldest parliament in the world and where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates pull the country apart. On this tour you will also visit Friðheimar greenhouse, one of the biggest in Iceland and you’ll learn about the magic of growing tomatoes using geothermal heat.

There are many different Golden Circle tours and you can upgrade this experience. How about upgrading to a Golden Circle Superjeep Tour with option to add on snowmobiling? Perhaps you’d like to combine the trip with relaxation at Fontana Spa or a horse-riding tour? Ask your Iceland Travel Specialist for different upgrade options!

Day 4 - Departure

Today you will depart for home, unless you extend your stay!

You will be picked up from Reykjavík about 3 hours before your flight by the Reykjavík Excursions FlybusPlus service. Depart for home from Keflavík International Airport.

Depending on your flight time, you may want to explore Reykjavík in the morning or take an optional tour to the world-famous Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa on your way to the airport. The Lagoon is ideally located between the airport and Reykjavík so is an excellent way to end your Iceland Adventure!

Optional Excursion: Visit to the Blue Lagoon including Comfort Entry

Select a time to be picked up from Reykjavík and transported to the Lagoon. Enjoy the Blue Lagoon for as long as you like, and flight time allows. You can book a treatment, have lunch or just relax in this wonderful spa before carrying on to Keflavík Airport in time for your flight.

Included in the trip is pick up from Reykjavík, transfer to the Lagoon and onward to Keflavík Airport as well as use of towel, silica mud mask and drink of your choice from the in-water bar. For the ultimate luxury, upgrade to Premium Entry at the Lagoon, ask your Iceland Travel Specialist for details.

If you have a morning flight home, you can visit the Blue Lagoon on your arrival day or as a day trip from Reykjavík.

• Return flights from the UK including hand luggage, taxes and fees
• 3 nights accommodation in central Reykjavik, 3 star standard hotel including breakfast
• Bus transfer to and from Keflavik airport
• Northern Lights hunt coach tour, duration 3 hours
• Golden Circle Tour by coach, duration 8 hours
• Financial Protection (ATOL)