Day 3: December 31, Reykjavik City Tour & New Years Celebration
Enjoy a guided Reykjavík City Tour and explore the highlights of Iceland’s exciting capital. We see the charming city center, the Parliament, the harbour, and Hallgrímskirkja church, whose steeple is a landmark. We pass the Harpa concert hall and visit the Pearl, a remarkable building and viewpoint. The city tour ends at 16:00, providing guests time to recharge and prepare for New Year’s evening.
Step into the enchanting holiday spirit of Reykjavík with a captivating walking tour. As you stroll through the festively adorned streets, you will discover Icelandic Christmas traditions along with unique customs and rituals that mark the arrival of the New Year. You will hear tales of the fearsome Christmas Cat and the 13 intriguing Yule Lads, along with their mother, Grýla. But that’s not all! You will have a chance to savour some Christmas treats and beverages cherished by Icelanders, with tempting samples along the way.
At 18:00, you will be transferred from your hotel to Perlan, where you will be greeted with a welcome drink and the option to see Áróra, the Northern Lights Planetarium show. Around 19:30, the festive 4-course Gala dinner will start with wine pairing. Later during the evening, there will be a music performance and a DJ who will keep up the party throughout the night. Guests have exclusive access to the observation deck that offers a 360° view over Reykjavík’s capital area. A transfer from Perlan will leave every 30 minutes from 00:30 am.
Overnight location:
Grand Hotel Reykjavik. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner