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Description

Search the sky for dancing lights by night and discover natural wonders by day on this eight-day Premium adventure. Travel with a local leader who brings the landscape to life as you view the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, drive through hardened lava fields in Skaftafell National Park, see the eerily calm waters of the Glacier Lagoon and wander among Reynisdrangar’s imposing basalt sea stacks. Take in dramatic views from your Feature Stay hotel, enjoy included dinners of fresh produce, take part in amazing Exclusve Experiences and journey from Hvolsvollur to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in pursuit of mother nature’s most spectacular show.

Trip Name
Premium Iceland in Winter
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
8
Capacity
12
Highlights
  • Experience the breadth of Iceland's incredible natural phenomena, including ancient volcanic rock formations, black pebble beaches, glacial lakes and geothermal lagoons.
  • Take part in two incredible Exclusive Experiences – a home cooked dinner on a local farm and a relaxing dip in the wonderfully scenic Krauma thermal pools.
  • Stay in the stylish Fosshotel for your Feature Stay, offering up priceless views of the surrounding landscape, modern comforts and an excellent restaurant that uses the freshest Icelandic produce.
  • Travel with an experienced local leader who will explain geographic features, share stories of Iceland’s history and folklore and narrate your nightly sky watching with the science behind aurora borealis.
  • Get the best chance at seeing the spectacular dancing lights of the aurora borealis in the northern sky.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk.

Day 1 - Reykjavik
Velkommin! Welcome to Reykjavik – the world’s most northerly capital and the starting point of your adventure. You'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. You’ll then have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight to meet your group and local leader. If you arrive early, maybe take a trip to the National Museum to see the permanent exhibition of Iceland’s history. After the welcome meeting, celebrate the start of a new adventure at dinner with your group, where your leader will introduce you to Icelandic cuisine.
Day 2 - Reykjavik / Golden Circle / Fludir
This morning, head to the geologically and historically important Thingvellir National Park. The national park may seem to be just a natural wonder, but your leader will be on hand to provide historical context and explain that this was the original site of Iceland’s old parliament from AD 930. Visit the spouting hot springs of Geysir and Strokkur before driving to the spectacular Gullfoss – Iceland’s largest waterfall. After your visit, head to your base for the evening in Fludir. This afternoon, maybe visit the Secret Lagoon – a natural geothermal pool warmed by the nearby hot springs. This evening will be a good opportunity to turn your head to the skies in search of the Northern Lights.
Day 3 - Vatnajokul National Park / Jokulsarlon
Start the day by travelling through the lava fields of the Laki volcanic eruption in 1783, as your leader explains how this devasting event shaped not only Iceland’s landscape, but also its culture. Next is Vatnajokull National Park, where you’ll come face-to-face with Vatnajokull – Europe's biggest glacier. Carry on to some of the country’s most impressive, uninterrupted scenery and wander past the enormous basalt sea stacks at Reynisdrangar. Later, head to the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon – your Feature Stay for the night. This modern and contemporary hotel carefully considers its surroundings as spacious rooms with huge windows show off views of the mountains and sea, while the interiors reflect the colours of the world outside. This evening, you’ll have dinner at the on-site restaurant that serves up a creative list of dishes made with local Icelandic produce.
Day 4 - Jokulsarlon / South Coast / Reykjavik
Start the day with a short drive on to Jokulsarlon, also known as the Glacier Lagoon. Take a walk around the glacial lake and learn a little more about its history. Continue through the beautiful scenery of Iceland’s South Shore and admire the spectacular Skogafoss – a waterfall on the Skoga River. At 60 m high and 25 m wide, it's one of the largest and most impressive waterfalls in Iceland. Your leader will be on hand to explain how these geographical wonders came to be. Continue to Seljalandsfoss waterfall, where you can walk right behind the stream of rushing water to see it from another angle. Next, return to Reykjavik for a free evening. Perhaps head to the Old Harbour to try the famous lobster soup, or if you’re feeling brave, the infamous fermented shark washed down with a shot of Brennivin (Icelandic Schnapps).
Day 5 - Borgarfjordur / Snaefellnes Peninsula
After breakfast, see Reykjavik’s through the eyes of a local on a tour of the city with your leader. Learn the history of the Old Harbour and pass through the city centre. Visit the Hallgrimskirkja church and the dome-shaped Pearl, then head to the remote and geographically fascinating Snaefellsnes Peninsula – your home for the next two nights. On your way visit the Borgarfjordur area, you’ll pass waterfalls Hraunfossar and Barnafossar, then continue to Deildartunguhver – Europe’s most powerful hot spring. Take a relaxing dip in the Krauma thermal pools, where waters from the hot spring mix with glacial waters to create the perfect temperature. Tonight, have dinner at your accommodation before looking to the skies in search of dancing lights.
Day 6 - Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Today, you’ll explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, beginning with the Snaefellsjokull glacier – an icecap that covers a dormant volcano. Travel to the small fishing village of Arnarstapi, where a short stroll along the coastal cliffs will reveal rich birdlife. Stop by Djupalonssandur – a basaltic pebble beach framed by strange lava formations – then visit the village of Grundarfjordur, famous for its views of Mt Kirkjufell. Travel to the horse farm of Lysuholl, where a local will welcome you for a home-made dinner. Head back to your accommodation, and depending on the weather, rug up in warm clothing and head out in search of the northern lights.
Day 7 - Reykjavik
Today, you’ll return to Reykjavik. On the drive, your leader may share some stories of Norse mythology, so keep an eye out for elves and fairies along the way! Iceland's capital has an eclectic art and music scene, and this afternoon you may like to browse some of the city's excellent galleries and museums. If you feel like something more active, you can take a ride on an Icelandic horse, or see killer whales just offshore on a whale watching expedition. If you are after another look at the Northern Lights, you can head out of town to chase them again this evening. Ask your leader for more information on these activities.
Day 8 - Reykjavik
Your Icelandic journey comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you’d like to extend your stay, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time to organise additional accommodation.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
02-12-202409-12-2024AUD $ 6,048-
14-12-202421-12-2024AUD $ 6,849-
16-12-202423-12-2024AUD $ 6,534-
02-01-202509-01-2025AUD $ 7,250-
12-01-202519-01-2025AUD $ 5,828-
16-01-202523-01-2025AUD $ 5,612-
06-02-202513-02-2025AUD $ 5,396-
20-02-202527-02-2025AUD $ 5,396-
27-02-202506-03-2025AUD $ 5,836-
06-03-202513-03-2025AUD $ 5,828-
16-03-202523-03-2025AUD $ 6,120-
20-03-202527-03-2025AUD $ 6,286-
30-03-202506-04-2025AUD $ 5,396-
05-10-202512-10-2025AUD $ 5,890-
09-10-202516-10-2025AUD $ 5,890-
19-10-202526-10-2025AUD $ 6,116-
23-10-202530-10-2025AUD $ 6,116-
30-10-202506-11-2025AUD $ 6,116-
02-11-202509-11-2025AUD $ 5,890-
06-11-202513-11-2025AUD $ 5,890-
16-11-202523-11-2025AUD $ 5,666-
20-11-202527-11-2025AUD $ 5,666-
30-11-202507-12-2025AUD $ 5,666-
04-12-202511-12-2025AUD $ 5,666-
07-12-202514-12-2025AUD $ 5,666-
11-12-202518-12-2025AUD $ 5,890-
13-12-202520-12-2025AUD $ 6,116-
15-12-202522-12-2025AUD $ 6,795-
01-01-202608-01-2026AUD $ 6,800-
11-01-202618-01-2026AUD $ 6,800-
15-01-202622-01-2026AUD $ 6,545-
25-01-202601-02-2026AUD $ 6,545-
29-01-202605-02-2026AUD $ 6,295-
01-02-202608-02-2026AUD $ 6,295-
05-02-202612-02-2026AUD $ 6,295-
15-02-202622-02-2026AUD $ 6,295-
19-02-202626-02-2026AUD $ 6,545-
26-02-202605-03-2026AUD $ 6,545-
01-03-202608-03-2026AUD $ 6,800-
05-03-202612-03-2026AUD $ 6,800-
15-03-202622-03-2026AUD $ 6,800-
19-03-202626-03-2026AUD $ 6,545-
29-03-202605-04-2026AUD $ 6,295-
04-10-202611-10-2026AUD $ 6,870-
08-10-202615-10-2026AUD $ 6,870-
18-10-202625-10-2026AUD $ 7,135-
22-10-202629-10-2026AUD $ 7,135-
29-10-202605-11-2026AUD $ 7,135-
01-11-202608-11-2026AUD $ 6,870-
05-11-202612-11-2026AUD $ 6,870-
15-11-202622-11-2026AUD $ 6,870-
19-11-202626-11-2026AUD $ 6,610-
29-11-202606-12-2026AUD $ 6,610-
03-12-202610-12-2026AUD $ 6,610-
06-12-202613-12-2026AUD $ 6,610-
10-12-202617-12-2026AUD $ 6,870-
12-12-202619-12-2026AUD $ 7,135-
14-12-202621-12-2026AUD $ 7,135-

Accommodation

Comfortable hotel (6 nights),Feature stay (1 night)

Transport

Private Vehicle (Ford Transit van or similar)

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