Explore spectacular landscapes and Icelandic lore with a visit to Reynisfjara’s black sand beach and basalt rock formations; legends say trolls created it centuries ago.
2024 Northern Lights Quest of Iceland - 6 Days/5 Nights
Duration: 6 Days
Price: Starts from $0 USD
Itineraries
Day 1: Reykjavík Panoramic Tour | Perlan Observation Deck | Northern Lights Quest
Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM. Discover capital city Reykjavík on a panoramic tour, experiencing its charming architecture and beautiful, brightly-colored rooftops. Visit the Perlan Observation Deck to see magnificent 360º views of the city and its surroundings. Return to your hotel for a welcome drink and canapés with your group, followed by free time for independent dining. Then head away from the city lights on a search for the elusive Northern Lights. Enjoy peaceful stillness and nighttime views as you search for the aurora borealis.
Day 2: Golden Circle | Secret Lagoon | Friðheimar Tomato Farm
Begin your journey on the famed Golden Circle, starting with the spectacular Þingvellir National Park, a meeting place of old Icelandic clans. It is also where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet above ground. Journey to the Secret Lagoon: small and intimate, it’s where savvy travelers go to enjoy the Icelandic spa experience. Don’t forget your swimsuit! Enjoy a lunch in the greenhouse of Friðheimar Tomato Farm. Then it’s on to the Strokkur geyser, which erupts every 10 minutes. Stop at Gullfoss Waterfall, one of the most photographed spots in all of Iceland. Move on to your countryside hotel and enjoy dinner with your group. After dark, you might soak in the hotel’s outdoor hot tub while watching for the Northern Lights. (B, L, D)
Day 3: LAVA Center | Skógar Folk Museum | Skógafoss Waterfall | Black Sand Beach
Visit the LAVA Center to learn about Iceland’s volcanoes, and how their eruptions and lava flows have shaped the country over time. Visit the Skógar Folk Museum to explore Iceland’s cultural heritage and learn about the lives of Iceland’s early settlers through an array of tools, books, and handicrafts. See the Skógafoss Waterfall nearby and then Reynisfjara’s black sand beach and rock formations. Dine tonight at your hotel, which is perfectly situated for Northern Lights viewing. (B, D)
Day 4: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon | Diamond Beach | Skaftafell Wilderness Area
Visit the Skaftafell Wilderness Area and view some of its wonders: glaciers, waterfalls, a snow-capped volcano and lava fields. Savor lunch with a view of the surrounding countryside at the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon. Visit the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where bright blue and white icebergs dot the waters. At nearby Diamond Beach, marvel at glistening natural ice sculptures on the black sands. Return to your accommodation and dine independently this evening. (B, L)
Day 5: Seljalandsfoss Waterfall | Reykjavík | The Blue Lagoon
Journey to the beautiful Seljalandsfoss Waterfall where, weather permitting, the sure-footed can walk the trail that takes you behind the 60-meter falls. Travel back to Reykjavík, and spend the rest of the afternoon independently exploring the city. In the evening, visit the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa in a man-made lake surrounded by lava fields; relax in the heated waters before sharing a farewell dinner with your group. (B, D)
Day 6: Tour Ends in Reykjavík
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
Highlights
Authentic Local Experiences:
- The more you escape the lights of the city, the better your chance to see the Northern Lights. We'll take a jaunt from Reykjavik on the first of our nightly opportunities to hunt the aurora borealis.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
- Northern Lights Quest
- Diamond Beach
- Blue Lagoon Dinner
- Fridheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skogafoss Waterfall
- Strokkur Geyser
- Pingvellir National Park
- 5 Breakfasts (B), 2 Lunch (L) and 3 Dinners (D)
- Fosshotel Reykjavik | Reykjavik (1)
- Stracta Hotel | Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Nupar | Kalfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavik | Reykjavik (1)
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Northern Lights Quest of Iceland - 6 Days/5 Nights





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Hotels
Northern Lights Quest of Iceland - 6 Day/5 Night land tour
| SupplierName | SupplierRating | Description | Image |
|---|---|---|---|
| SupplierName Fosshotel Reykjavik - DO NOT USE | SupplierRating **** | Fosshotel Reykjavík, Iceland's largest hotel stands prominently in Reykjavík's business district, only a short walk from the main shopping area. Here, from the heart of the city, you can easily explore Reykjavík's magnificent architecture, captivating history, vibrant markets and rich culture - ideal starting point for experiencing the best of everything the city has to offer. With 16 floors, many of the rooms offer magnificent views of the city and the bay area. The top floor features seven suites, two that can be used as meeting rooms and on the second floor you will find first class conference facilities. CIE Tours' guests can unwind at the Beer garden with local Icelandic draught beer and enjoy select dining at Fosshotel Reykjavík's restaurant, Haust. | |
| SupplierName Stracta Hotel - DO NOT USE | SupplierRating **** | ||
| SupplierName Fosshotel Nupar - DO NOT USE | SupplierRating *** | Fosshotel Nupar offers panoramic views of Vatnajokull’s lava fields, mountains and glaciers. Each heated guest room has a work desk and private bathroom with shower. CIE Tours' guests can enjoy Icelandic dishes at the in-house restaurant, and the bar is an ideal place for a relaxing drink in the evening. | |
| SupplierName Fosshotel Nupar - DO NOT USE | SupplierRating *** | Fosshotel Nupar offers panoramic views of Vatnajokull’s lava fields, mountains and glaciers. Each heated guest room has a work desk and private bathroom with shower. CIE Tours' guests can enjoy Icelandic dishes at the in-house restaurant, and the bar is an ideal place for a relaxing drink in the evening. | |
| SupplierName Fosshotel Reykjavik - DO NOT USE | SupplierRating **** | Fosshotel Reykjavík, Iceland's largest hotel stands prominently in Reykjavík's business district, only a short walk from the main shopping area. Here, from the heart of the city, you can easily explore Reykjavík's magnificent architecture, captivating history, vibrant markets and rich culture - ideal starting point for experiencing the best of everything the city has to offer. With 16 floors, many of the rooms offer magnificent views of the city and the bay area. The top floor features seven suites, two that can be used as meeting rooms and on the second floor you will find first class conference facilities. CIE Tours' guests can unwind at the Beer garden with local Icelandic draught beer and enjoy select dining at Fosshotel Reykjavík's restaurant, Haust. |