This winter adventure goes to North, East and South Iceland. Join us for a group tour around the country in pursuit of Northern Lights. Discover the enchanting beauty of Iceland in winter. This 8-day guided tour takes you through Iceland’s most stunning winter landscapes, from snow-covered volcanoes and glaciers to icy waterfalls and black sand beaches. Availability September - April. Max Group size is 30 passengers.
Duration: 7 Nights, Winter
Price: From $3.590 per person
Price Includes
• 7 nights accommodation with breakfast
• 6 days escorted bus tour with English-speaking guide/driver-guide
• Arrival & departure airport transfer by Flybus shuttle (no guide)
• 7x breakfast, 1x dinner.
• 5x evenings with Northern Lights Program
• Visits to small local museums, cultural experiences and adventures.
• Mývatn Nature Baths including towel
• Icelandic Lava Show
• Icelandic horse stables & geothermal greenhouse
Price Excludes
• Any private expenses
• Any additional services
• All meals not listed under “included”
• Single supplement (mandatory when in a single room)
Complementaries
• Entrance fees
• Free Wi-Fi on the bus
• Use of snow & ice grippers spike (for winter departures)
• Use of flashlight (for winter departures)
Additional Services
• Extra night in Reykjavik before/after the tour – on request
• Upgrade for private airport transfer
PRICES and DATES FOR 2026 - 2028.
Departure dates October 2026: 10/23.
Price per person in a Double/Twin/Triple room: $3,990
Price per person in a Single room: $4,990
November 2026 - April 2027:
Price per person in a Double/Twin/Triple room: $3,590
Price per person in a Single room: $4,490
Departure dates November - December 2026: 11/6, 11/20
Departure dates January - April 2027: 2/12, 3/12, 4/09.
Departure dates September 2027: 9/10, 9/24
Price per person in a Double/Twin/Triple room: $4,682
Price per person in a Single room: $6,485
Departure dates October 2027: 10/8, 10/22.
Price per person in a Double/Twin/Triple room: $3,990
Price per person in a Single room: $5,130
November 2027 - December 2027:
Price per person in a Double/Twin/Triple room: $3,590
Price per person in a Single room: $4,390
Departure dates November - December 2027: 11/5, 11/19, 12/3.
January 2028 - April 2028:
Price per person in a Double/Twin/Triple room: $3,595
Price per person in a Single room: $4,491
Departure dates January - April 2028: 1/7, 1/21, 02/4, 2/18, 3/3, 3/17, 3/31.
CHILDREN DISCOUNT: 20% discount for children 8-11 years of age if sharing a room with 2 adults. Tour is not recommended for children younger than eight years of age. Triple rooms are double rooms with an extra bed and are ideal for two adults and one child.
Welcome to Iceland
Individual transfer by Flybus shuttle bus from Keflavik airport to your accommodation in Reykjavik. You may explore Iceland’s capital city on your own if time allows.
Overnight location:
Reykjavík Natura Berjaya Iceland Hotels or similar. Dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (50km / 31mi)
Akureyri - The Capital of North Iceland
At 09:00, meet our tour guide at Reykjavík Natura Berjaya Iceland Hotels. Set off west along the scenic Hvalfjörður fjord and through the charming town of Borgarnes. Enjoy a leisurely hike up Grábrók volcano crater, surrounded by a green lava field. Continue north to explore Glaumbær, a beautiful turf house farm and folk museum. Travel through stunning fjords and across mountain passes to arrive in Akureyri, the capital of North Iceland. Enjoy an overnight stay and the opportunity to explore the lovely town of Akureyri.
Overnight location:
Akureyri Berjaya Iceland Hotels or similar. Breakfast included. Lunch & dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (415km / 258mi)
Lake Mývatn and Geothermal baths
In the morning, discover the charm of Akureyri, often called the capital of North Iceland, and take in the panoramic views over the Eyjafjörður fjord. Optional whale watching tours are available at 09:00. Available from April through October. In the afternoon, visit Goðafoss, the majestic “waterfalls of the gods,” then explore the geological wonders of Lake Mývatn. Marvel at the lava formations at Kálfaströnd, the pseudo craters at Skútustaðir, and the tephra cone Hverfjall. Conclude your day by relaxing in the geothermal Mývatn Nature Baths, enjoying a breathtaking view of the entire area.
As night falls, the search for the Northern Lights begins. Join us in seeking out the best spots to witness the mesmerizing aurora borealis, a true spectacle of nature’s beauty. Enjoy the peaceful night, surrounded by Iceland’s stunning winter landscape, as you wait for the magical light show to appear in the sky.
Overnight location:
Mývatn Berjaya Iceland Hotels. Breakfast included. Lunch & dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (120km / 75mi)
Dark Lava Castles, Bubbling Mud Pools and Lunar Landscapes
In the morning, wander through the lava labyrinth at Dimmuborgir, known as “the dark castles,” where local legends say trolls reside. In the afternoon, explore the hot spring area of Námaskarð, with its bubbling mud pools and steaming solfataras. Travel through the uninhabited highlands, resembling a lunar landscape, to reach East Iceland.
Overnight location:
Hérað Berjaya Iceland Hotels or similar. Breakfast included. Lunch & dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (250km / 155mi)
Dramatic Fjord Landscape and Quaint Fishing Villages
Spend the day admiring the dramatic fjord landscape and quaint fishing villages tucked away at the ends of winding roads in the East Fjords. Along the route, visit a fascinating stone and mineral collection. In the afternoon, marvel at Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest glacier, which dominates Southeast Iceland’s scenery. End the day at Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, filled with floating icebergs. Explore this extraordinary site and possibly spot seals swimming in the icy waters.
Please note that the itinerary on this specific day can change due to seasonal factors, such as weather.
Overnight location:
Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon or similar. Breakfast included. Lunch & dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (260km / 161mi)
South Coast Waterfalls and Black Beaches
Travel along the southern edge of the Vatnajökull glacier, catching glimpses of Europe’s second-largest national park, home to Iceland’s highest mountains and vast alpine landscapes. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive through the Eldhraun lava field and the sandy deserts of the south coast, framed by towering cliffs, glaciers, and waterfalls. Witness the Icelandic Lava Show, where you can experience real lava being melted to a molten state.
Then walk along the black lava beach of Reynisfjara near Vík. Visit the impressive 60-meter high Skógafoss waterfall in Skógar and continue to Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where an exciting trail leads behind the cascading water. There is a possibility of seeing the Northern Lights during the evening from September to mid-April.
Please note that the itinerary on this specific day can change due to seasonal factors, such as weather.
Overnight location:
Stracta Hotel Hella or similar. Breakfast included. Lunch & dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (380km / 235mi)
Golden Circle
Discover the classics today as we journey through the Golden Circle route. Begin at Friðheimar farm, where you’ll learn about the unique Icelandic horse and visit a geothermal greenhouse. Next, arrive at the Geysir geothermal fields, where steam rises from various hot springs and bubbling pools. Watch Strokkur, “the Churn,” erupt every 5-7 minutes. Continue to Gullfoss, the “golden falls,” a stunning double waterfall that plunges 32 meters into the Hvítá river. Head inland to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Upon returning to Reykjavík, enjoy a brief city tour highlighting the world’s northernmost capital.
Northern Lights: Optional Northern Lights evening tours can be booked at the lobby of your hotel, should weather conditions be favorable.
Overnight location:
Reykjavík Natura Berjaya Iceland Hotels. Breakfast included. Lunch and dinner is on your own.
Driving distance: (160km / 99mi)
Departure Home
Individual transfer by Flybus shuttle from your accommodation in Reykjavik to Keflavik airport.
Breakfast included.
Driving distance: (50km / 31mi)
NOTE: Itineraries may be subject to change at short notice during severe weather conditions and certain outdoor activities/day trips may be cancelled during the winter season in Iceland. In these rare cases, where situations of force majeure apply, excursions/activities cannot be refunded but the local guides will try their best to find reasonable alternatives where and whenever possible.
NOTE: Accommodations are subject to change.
