Experience this short getaway that offers insight into Iceland's nature and cultural life. Spend 4 nights in both Iceland's capital and Southern region, an ideal location for Northern Lights hunting. Visit Reykjavík, soak in the steamy mineral-rich water of Blue Lagoon, walk on the famous Black Lava Beach, stop by Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfall, see the scenic routes of Golden Circle, meet Icelandic horses on a farm and get a chance to see the stunning Northern Lights.
DAY 1 Reykjavik
Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Stay at Hotel Klettur (3 star) or similar
DAY 2 Reykjavik - Blue Lagoon - Hella
This morning after breakfast, meet your driver/guide and explore the highlights of Iceland’s exciting capital. Then head out to Reykjanes Peninsula, known for its vast lava fields, cone volcanoes, and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean before arriving at the iconic Blue Lagoon for a warm and relaxing soak. Afterwards, drive along the south coast to the village of Hella for the night. This evening, attend a lecture about the Northern Lights followed by a search for the them.
Stay at Hotel Stracta (3 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Hella - Vik - Hella
Today, you will travel along the south coast past Eyjafjallajokull volcano and glacier to the majestic Seljalandsfoss waterfall. From here continue to Skógar Folk Museum for a visit including the chance to see its turf houses, followed by a visit to the Skogafoss waterfall. In the afternoon, the tour continues further south, where you walk on the famous Black Lava Beach at Reynisfjara, and observe the Cap of Dyrholaey and the Reynisdrangar Sea Cliffs before visiting the charming village of Vík. Alternatively you can book an optional tour to take a hike on the Solheimajokull glacier, giving you the chance to stand upon this 13 kilometre long sheet of ice. Back at the hotel in the evening, there is another presentation about the Northern Lights. If the night is clear, you might see the Northern Lights swirling in a wild and carefree dance across the heavens in dramatic shapes, colours, patterns and sizes.
Stay at Hotel Stracta (3 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Hella - Golden Circle - Reykjavik
This morning, learn about the beautiful Icelandic horse, its unique qualities and history, followed by a visit to a geothermal greenhouse to learn how Icelandic homes use geothermal energy. Then you will head to the Golden Circle region and travel the famous route. See steam rising from the Geysir geothermal fields including the well known Strokkur and admire the double waterfall of Gullfoss. In the afternoon you will visit the Thingvellir National Park, the location of the ancient Viking Parliament and UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing to Reykjavik.
Stay at Hotel Klettur (3 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5 Reykjavik
Your tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey.
Meals included: Breakfast.
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