Want to escape into magical world of ice, shimmering nights and just some soaking in the warm water?
Iceland will just wow your sense at every step. Explore the rustic downtown of Reykjavik, speed through the old lava fields, and sit back and relax in the hot waters of Blue Lagoons. Moreover, as the day moves feast your eyes with the mystical green and red shades illuminating the dark Arctic night. The snowshoeing is a bonus.
Arrival: Keflavík International Airport
Departure: Keflavík International Airport
WHAT IS INCLUDED
AN INTERNATIONAL PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER
English speaking Tour Guide throughout
the tour
SHARED AIRPORT PICKUP AND DROP-OFF
4 NIGHTS BASED ON SHARING TWIN ROOMS
Entrance fees of all sightseeing places to be visited from inside
4 BUFFET BREAKFASTS and 1 DINNER and a Goodbye Drink Session
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Expenses of a personal nature.
- Drinks, Meals throughout the entire tour other than mentioned.
- Tips for local guides and drivers in Iceland.
- Tips for hotels and restaurants staff.
- Flights tickets, visa, insurance costs.
- Any service not mentioned before.
WHAT SETS US APART?
At Republic of Voyages, we let you escape into indigenous cultures and nature’s marvels of world’s best places.
We design a perfect tour that fulfills your passion for travelling and present you the delectable local food with the warmth of its people. We bring the best out of each place you encounter and make it memorable. Our itinerary is driven by your comfort and the idea of giving the best luxury experience ever. We bring like-minded people together to share similar interests. On top of everything, our drives bring the adventurous soul out of you and provide you with extra fun at every moment.
- Discover Reykjavik the capital of Iceland.
- Reykjanes Peninsula: Hot springs, mountains, bird cliffs, light houses and fishing villages.
- Blue Lagoon: Relaxing in a natural geothermal spa surrounded by a lava field.
- Eyjafjallajökull Glacier: Home to the famous eruption of April 2010 that halted international air travel for a week.
- Golden Circle: Geysir geothermal fields, Gulfoss Waterfall, Strokkur geyser, Thingvellir National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Hella: Icelandic countryside for Northern Lights hunting.
- Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss Waterfalls.
- Experience Iceland through the eyes of a local, with the help of your expert guide.
Practical Information
Please remember to bring:
- Hiking boots or very sturdy footwear, warm outdoor layers, weatherproof top layer, headwear, gloves, and scarves. There is no such thing as too many layers on a northern lights tour! A tripod for your camera is very useful too.
- Bring your Driving License with you for the Snow Mobiling Tour.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Reykjavik - Chasing Northern Lights
Overnight in Reykjavik
D- Arrive at Keflavík International Airport by 2-4 Pm and use a ticket given to you in advance to reach your hotel which is in the city centre. After check-in, rest a bit and get ready for an amazing welcome drink and early dinner hosted by Republic Of Voyages in an Icelandic Gastro-pub.
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At 20:30 we will be ready for an exciting hunt for the Northern Lights. We follow the aurora and cloud forecasts to optimal locations giving you the best chance of seeing the radiant colours of the northern lights in our 4 hrs guided tour. Witnessing the northern lights is an unforgettable experience bringing some extraordinary photo opportunities.
DAY 2: Southcoast Waterfalls - Glacier - Volcano
Overnight in ReykjavikB- Early Breakfast and you will be driven through the scenic countryside to visit the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, views of iconic volcanoes. Travelling onwards through stunning scenery you will arrive at Sólheimajökull glacier. Next up is the black sand beach at Reynisfjara to see the dramatic basalt columns and cave, the Reynisdrangar cliffs and the basalt rock stacks that rise above the Atlantic waves. Finally, you will come to the majestic Skógafoss waterfall.
- This is volcano country, on a clear day, you will get views of Eyjafjallajökull, Hekla and even the volcanoes around the Westman Islands, just off the coast before we get dropped off at your hotel in Reykjavík at around 19:00 pm
DAY 3: Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon
Overnight in ReykjavikB- After Breakfast, from Reykjavik, you will be driven towards Iceland’s three most famous attractions that make up the popular Golden Circle. Þingvellir (Thingvellir) National Park, Geysir hot spring area and Gullfoss waterfall. Golden Circle takes you from Reykjavik one way, and after visiting the sites, another way back to the city, making it into a 300 km circle.
- Our next stop world-famous Blue Lagoon: a magnificent geothermal wonder that is the world’s finest naturally occurring spa. Its milky-blue waters are incredibly rich in nutrients and heated by subterranean lava flows to an ideal temperature for bathing.
DAY 4: Snowmobiling On Langjokull Glacier - Northern Lights - II
Overnight in ReykjavikB- Breakfast, Your snowmobiling adventure starts in Reykjavik where you will be picked up by one of our expert snowmobile guides. Our journey continues towards Langjökull, Europe’s second largest glacier and the home of our base camp. Riding the super jeep on a glacier is a fun and exciting experience in itself. Once you reach our base camp our guides will help you gear up for an exciting 1-hour snowmobile ride. Langjökull Glacier is home to several enormous ice-filled volcanic craters, rimmed in by imposing volcanoes and set in the breathtaking Icelandic interior.
- In the evening after an early dinner, we will be ready again for an exciting hunt for the Northern Lights. We follow the best Aurora and cloud forecast available to optimize your chance of seeing the Northern Lights dancing their vibrant colours across the night sky. We could go to Hvalfjörður, Þingvellir, Reykjanes or somewhere else away from the city lights.
DAY 5: Good Bye or You can Extend
Fly from Keflavík International AirportB- Voyagers its time to say Good Bye to our Magical Northern Lights Tour and shared transfer to the Keflavík International Airport from where you’ll catch your flight back to your home destination.
- Feel free to ask us if you want to arrange to delay your return to reality after this magical experience and add 2 nights to discover Greenland, Winter is, unsurprisingly, a great time to go dog-sledding and also the best time to visit to catch the beautiful Northern Lights, which along with the blankets of snow and bright moonlight, make the evenings actually a lot brighter than you would expect.
- Experience the surreal beauty of Iceland
EXPLORE THE SURREAL BEAUTY OF THIS DRAMATIC LANDSCAPE
Enjoy the Exquisite Icelandic Experiences
SAFETY FEATURES
- When you travel with us, you’re never really alone. We act as your companion, helping you see and experience everything you want to and nothing you don’t, with no strings attached.
- We select our itinerary, hotels, destinations carefully keeping in mind safety aspects.
- Our tours are accompanied by professional drivers and tour guides, along with that you will be accompanied full time by ROV’s photographer.
- While we recommend you to insure your trips with travel (including overseas Mediclaim insurance), we shall assist you with personal attention in emergency situation.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that the itinerary, activities and hotels are subject to change. These changes can happen with little notice due to availability, poor weather, seasonal changes, or other circumstances beyond our control. From time to time we may also make changes to your itinerary to try out new ideas and keep things fresh.
All our tours are undertaken on the responsibility of its participants. Republic of Voyages Ltd or our Operators and suppliers does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers or can be traced to their own actions. Participants have to sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherent risk.
