Scenic Iceland and the Northern Lights (Small Groups)
Overview
Highlights
- Reykjavik: Witness nature's most spectacular light show, the Aurora Borealis.
- Skogafoss: Admire the majestic beauty of the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls.
- Hvolsvollur: See the magnificent volcanoes of Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull.
- Thingvellir National Park: The Parliamentary Plains are the most important historic site in the country, as the meeting place of the Althing, the world's oldest parliament.
- Reykjavik: Enjoy views of the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls as you drive through glorious landscapes.
- Gullfoss Falls: The spectacular two-tiered waterfall, the Icelandic equivalent of Niagara falls, drops a total of 32 metres, while spanning the entire width of the Hvítá River.
- Geysir: Visit the famous spouting Geysir which has become synonymous with hot springs all around the world.
- Explore a local farm and sample their sweet-tasting, homegrown tomatoes.Meet the family to learn about Icelandic horticulture and growing the tastiest tomatoes. Meet the lovable horses of Iceland - the original Viking horses. Learn why they have two more gaits than most other breeds of horses, and how their double-layered coat enables them to withstand Iceland's tough winters.
- Borgarnes: Meet Icelandic horses and learn about their extra gaits and double-layered coat that enables them to withstand tough winters.
- Fridheimar: Meet a local family at their farm, sample homegrown tomatoes and learn about Icelandic horticulture and tomato cultivation.
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Itinerary
Welcome to Iceland. Join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a pleasant evening of wine and canapés, enjoying the opportunity to get to know each other. Afterwards, search for the most spectacular show on Earth—the northern lights. See the breathtaking nigh...
Take a journey through the stunning landscape of Iceland's south coast and through the land of Njál‘s Saga–a region of breathtaking scenery and legendary stories. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, heading east to visit Iceland’s newest geothermal and electric pow...
Embark on a day of discovery along Iceland’s Golden Circle, the most famous scenic route in the country, taking in some of the stunning landmarks this magical place has to offer. Experience the mighty Gullfoss waterfalls, a picturesque two-tiered cascade and the Icela...
Your first visit today will be to Thingvellir National Park, a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site that lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. The first meeting of the Icelandic parliament was held here in A.D. 93...
Journey back to the Icelandic capital and see Old Reykjavík, the 19th-century parliament building and Höfði House. In 1986, US President Ronald Reagan and Soviet Premier Mikhail Gorbachev met here for the famous Reykjavík Summit. Later, visit the colourful harbour and...
Explore Reykjavik with Insight Choice. Choose to experience the magic of Iceland on an exhilarating flight-ride at FlyOver to see incredible scenery from sweeping glaciers to stunning fjords. Alternatively, visit the Perlan Museum with the Wonders of Iceland, one of a...
It's time to say goodbye to the Land of Fire and Ice and your fellow travellers as your Icelandic adventure comes to an end after breakfast.
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Mar 2025
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Robbie our tour director was amazing. Knowledgeable organized friendly and efficient. Northern lights were amazing. Sky lagoon was spectacular. Spent hours there. ...
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