Northern Lights Hunt in South and West Iceland

This self drive holiday is ideal for those wanting to stay a bit longer in Iceland and see a bit more of what the county has to offer. Travel to Iceland in late autumn or early spring and discover the beautiful Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). Do something extra special this winter like snowmobile riding on a glacier, bathe in natural geothermal waters, see the famous Geysir hot spring area and explore the wild and untamed Icelandic scenery. This is truly an amazing experience.

Highlights

• Explore the Volcanoes and The Golden Circle area and hunt for the magnificent Northern Lights!
• Take a horseback riding tour on an Icelandic horse through the snowy surroundings of Selfoss or go for guided glacier walk on Sólheimajökull glacier
• Self drive holiday for the independent traveler

Itinerary Suggestion

Day 1 - Arrival
Pick up the rental car at the airport and start your trip by driving to the city.

Accommodation is in a double/twin room in the hotel in central Reykjavik. Enjoy Reykjavik by night and look out for the Northern Lights in the evening or Book an optional Northern Lights tour at your hotel.

Overnight in Reykjavík at Fosshótels or similar 3 star hotel. Upgrade to 4 star hotel available, Fosshotel Reykjavík or similar.

Day 2 - The Golden Circle
Visit Gullfoss waterfall and the Geysir hot springs before stopping at the historical site of Skálholt. Enjoy dinner at the hotel’s restaurant before going hunting the Northern lights.

Stay 2 nights at Hotel Stracta or similar.

Day 3 - The South Coast
Take a tour along the south coast to visit the saga museum at Hvolsvöllur, Skógafoss waterfall and a turf farm as well as the endless black sand beach at the town of Vík. You will be impressed by the contrast of white snow and the black beach.

Day 4 - Þingvellir
Drive today via Þingvellir National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site before towards West Icleand.

Stay for two nights in Fosshótel Stykkishólmur or similar.

Day 5 - Langjökull Glacier
Go for an optional superjeep tour on the Langjökull glacier, where you can also experience a ride on a snowmobile. A walk around the hotel in the evening is a perfect to finish the day, you might be so lucky to see those northern lights everyone is raving about.

Day 6 - Borgarnes
Explore the valley of Borgarfjörður with its waterfalls, hot springs and historic sites. Spend the afternoon in Iceland’s capital.

Stay for 2 nights in Reykjavík at Fosshótels or similar 3 star hotel. Upgrade to 4 star hotel available, Fosshotel Reykjavík or similar.

Day 7 - Reykjanes Peninsula and Blue Lagoon
Continue your exploration of south Iceland on the Reykjanes Peninsula and stop at the famous Blue Lagoon. The geothermal areas Gunnuhver and Krýsuvík on the peninsula are well worth the visit as well as the picturesque Kleifarvatn lake. You don´t want to miss the chance to cross between the two tectonic plates of Europe and North America on the bridge between continents.

Day 8 - Departure
If time allows, go to central Reykjavík to shop for the last souvenirs and enjoy a coffee/tea in one of the city's restaurants or cafés, you might also want to visit the Blue Lagoon on your way to the airport. You must be at the airport 2 hours before your flight. Return the rental car at the airport and depart for home.

NOTE: This is an itinerary suggestion, sometimes it may be necessary to alter the route to fit in with hotel availability. All Iceland reserves the right to confirm a reversed itinerary and the right to change accommodation at short notice, depending on availability as per our terms and conditions.

Airfares/ATOL

Airfares are not included in the package price and thus quoted separately. Return flights to/from Iceland start from £200 per person without bags. Please note that prices will be higher during peak season. When enquiring, our Iceland Travel Specialists will quote the best price from your preferred airport. If you book your flights with us, your holiday will be fully ATOL financially protected.

Prices

Price in £ per person, 2 persons sharing a room and rental car:

We have a wider range of vehicles available on request, if you have any vehicle in mind please let us know. Requested examples include the 9 Seater Caravelle or Hybrid vehicles. See more information on our Car Hire Page.

Package details

Departure Dates: Daily departures, October - April

The price is from £1,095* per person depending on the rental car type, based on two people sharing a double/twin room and rental car (excluding flights)*

*Prices are subject to availability

This holiday includes:

• Hertz rental car (see options above) picked up and dropped off at Keflavík International Airport. Car rental includes: GPS navigation, free additional driver, unlimited mileage, Collision Damage Waiver (CDW), Theft Protection Waiver, tax and drop off fees
• 3 nights accommodation in Reykjavik and 4 nights accommodation in the countryside in 3 star hotels/country hotels with private facilities in the region specified on the itinerary page. Your stay includes daily breakfast, free wifi and free parking (except in Reykjavík) and most hotels have restaurant/bar on site and offer northern lights wake up calls
• All Iceland information pack including maps, leaflets and more
• Detailed day by day driving itinerary personalised for you
• Dedicated All Iceland Travel Specialist to help with any questions you may have leading up to or during your holiday
• 24/7 emergency assistance
• Our unique Icelandic expertise in planning trips in Iceland for our customers
• Service fee and taxes

Not included:

• Return flights, we can book these for you and your holiday will be fully ATOL Protected
• Optional Excursions
• Travel Insurance
• Anything else not specifically listed under "this includes"

Add ons and upgrades:

• Upgrade to superior/deluxe rooms
• Upgrade to 4 star hotels in Reykjavík and South Iceland
• Various day tours such as Blue Lagoon, horse riding, glacier walking, whale watching and many more

Life's a journey!

All Iceland collaborates with Hertz, the world's leading vehicle renting organisation.

Iceland offers the traveller an adventure in a beautiful and rugged landscape. However, experience shows that the forces of Icelandic nature can be harsh and inhospitable, and travellers are well-advised to exercise caution and respect for the country's natural environment. Please note, driving age limit in Iceland is 20 years old for passenger car (23 years for 4wd and minibusses), you must have a valid drivers licence and credit card for authorisation in order to book this holiday. More information and full details.

Tailor made self drive packages: Should you be looking for something a little more special? We can provide a tailor made itinerary, with small boutique hotels and local Icelandic hosted country accommodation. These inviting and friendly off the beaten track places to stay can offer intimate local knowledge of the surrounding area. Take advantage of the friendly natives, who take great pleasure in sharing with you their passion for the Icelandic landscape. Truly the Icelandic touch!