2024 Northern Lights Quest of Iceland - 6 Days/5 Nights

Hunt the horizon for the amazing aurora borealis on this Iceland tour. Explore the natural wonder and beauty of the land of fire and ice, from the Golden Circle to Diamond Beach.

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.
  • Trip Highlights:

    • Northern Lights Quest
    • Diamond Beach
    • Blue Lagoon Dinner
    • Fridheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
    • Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
    • LAVA Center
    • Secret Lagoon
    • Skogafoss Waterfall
    • Strokkur Geyser
    • Pingvellir National Park

    Dining Experiences:

    • 5 Breakfasts (B), 2 Lunch (L) and 3 Dinners (D)

    Hotels:

    • Fosshotel Reykjavik - Reykjavik (1)
    • Stracta Hotel - Hella (1)
    • Fosshotel Nupar - Kalfafell (2)
    • Fosshotel Reykjavik - Reykjavik (1)

Call (508) 668-2636 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18858316

Tour Operator
CIE Tours
Offer
Offer valid through 12/31/2024
Duration
6 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
DayDestinationDescription
Day 1ReykjavikReykjavik Panoramic Tour - Perlan Observation Deck - Northern Lights Quest: Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM. Discover capital city Reykjavik on a panoramic tour, experiencing its charming architecture and beautiful, brightly-colored rooftops. Visit the Perlan Observation Deck to see magnificent 360 degree views of the city and its surroundings. Return to your hotel for a welcome drink and canapes 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 2BrjansstadirGolden Circle - Secret Lagoon - Frioheimar Tomato Farm: Begin your journey on the famed Golden Circle, starting with the spectacular Thingvellir 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. Dona't forget your swimsuit! Enjoy a lunch in the greenhouse of Frioheimar 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 3SkaftafellLAVA Center - Skogar Folk Museum - Skogafoss 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 Skogar 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 Skogafoss 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 4SkaftafellJokulsarlon 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 Jokulsarlon 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 5ReykjavikSeljalandsfoss Waterfall - Reykjavik - 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 Reykjavik, 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 6ReykjavikTour Ends in Reykjavik: Your tour ends after breakfast. (B) B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
Dates/Pricing

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DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
12/01/2024$2,845.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
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