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8 Day - Iceland Northern Lights Tour

8 days
Start and end in Reykjavik
4.5
48 traveler reviews
8 Day - Iceland Northern Lights Tour - Arctic Adventures
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Plan your adventure:
  • Explorer
  • Family
  • Northern Lights
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Coach / Bus
  • Sightseeing
  • Christmas & New Year
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 18
Age range 8 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Reykjavík's vibrant shopping streets
  • Relax in geothermal pools at Laugardalslaug
  • Tour the Golden Circle's famous sites
  • Hike glaciers at Skaftafell in Vatnajökull
  • Watch whales and try sea angling in Dalvík

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival Day - Reykjavík City Sightseeing - Northern Light by Boat
  2. Day 2 Golden Circle and South Coast
  3. Day 3 Vík - Skaftafell - Glacier Lagoon - Höfn
  4. Day 4 East Fjords - Djúpivogur - Egilsstaðir
  5. Day 5 Dettifoss - Mývatn - Godafoss - Akureyri
  6. Day 6 Whale watching in Eyjafjörður Fjord - Siglufjörður -Tröllaskagi - Borgarnes
  7. Day 7 Borgarfjörður - Northern Lights Mini Bus
  8. Day 8 Final Day - Reykjavik
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Number of tours

20

Age Range

6 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

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    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.4
  • Accommodation
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    4.0
  • Food
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    4.0
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  • 8 Day - Iceland Northern Lights Tour reviewer 1
    · March 30th, 2025
    My husband and I recently cam back from this 8 days northern lights tour. This trip will always be very special for many reasons. Ronan was our tour guide and I hope next time we go to Iceland we get him as our tour guide again. He made sure everything went smooth everyday and told us many stories about Icelandic culture, history, politics. Highly recommend him. This itinerary was perfect our first and last day's northern hunting tour was cancelled because of the bad weather but we were lucky enough to see the lights twice during the tour and it was truly spectacular. Food is delicious (we are vegetarions) we got few options like burger, soup, cold sandwiches and roll but it was all good. We got the best group and guide which made this journey extra special. During the whale watching boat tour it took us almost 3 hours but we couldn't spot any whale but the tour operators didn't give up and we were at the sea for 1 extra hour and managed to get the glimpse of a whale and we are grateful for that opportunity. We interacted with Icelandic horses, cows and some dogs which we were not expecting. Locations of the hotel are exceptional. Overall a very memorable experience. Thank you TourRadar and Arctic adventure.
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    Trip date: March 2025
  • PK
    · December 30th, 2024
    Vignir was an excellent driver, he made our journey such safe n smooth one although the weather was very harsh with strong wind blowing.. He shared many life stories with us. We enjoyed the whole tour very much!
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    Trip date: December 2024
  • EL
    · November 24th, 2024
    Everything was good except weather. Everyday was raining so two Northern Light Tours were cancelled.
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • AB
    · November 19th, 2024
    This tour did not meet my expectations. The tour guide, Omar, was quite disappointing. He acted more like a bus driver than a guide, as he provided little explanation and simply directed us to locations, telling us to be back at the bus by a certain time. While on the bus, he often just sat there watching videos on his phone. Out of all the hotels, I only found the Wilderness Centre on Night 4 and the Hotel Berjaya Akureyri to be good or unique. The other accommodations were mediocre, and the breakfasts were disappointing. Additionally, I was not impressed with the communication from Arctic Adventures. Most companies send a detailed itinerary via email, including hotel pick-up times and other important details, but I had to request all of this information myself. Overall, I would not choose Arctic Adventures again.
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • 8 Day - Iceland Northern Lights Tour reviewer 5
    · November 12th, 2024
    It was okay but rainy all days. So I could not watch Northern Lights. The Northern light tour by boat was cancelled on 3rd of November because of rain so I rescheduled the tour on 10th of November but that rescheduled tour also cancelled, The other Northern Lights tour by minibus on 9th of November was also cancelled due to raining. Arctic Adventure told me TOURRADAR will give me a full refund for the cancelled two Northern Lights Tours. Please let me know How I receive the refund.
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    Trip date: November 2024
  • CL
    · October 26th, 2024
    This was a trip of a lifetime! Iceland is a country that for sure we will come back to. Our tour guide Þröstur possessed a wealth of knowledge about the country and its history, captivating us with fantastic stories that kept us wide awake during our drives. No one wanted to nap for fear of missing out on a wonderful tale. He was friendly and went out of his way to ensure our happiness, making this trip even better.
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    Trip date: September 2023
  • LW
    · October 14th, 2024
    The trip was amazing and Al, our guide was excellent! Most of the accommodations were fine, however one place was a little sketchy, but since we only spent one night at each place it wasn't that big of a deal.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • T
    · October 6th, 2024
    The tour was really good. We saw many interesting sights every day (waterfalls, geysiers etc.) Guide Matej was the best guide ever. Always helpful and very knowledgeable.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • LD
    · October 6th, 2024
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    A very special highlight, also thanks to the tour guide, who left nothing to be desired.
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • JB
    · September 24th, 2024
    The itinerary was good, though we could have fewer waterfalls. The guide was nice, but it was really difficult to understand his English. Though I come from Singapore, a country where all kinds of accents can be heard, I could understand only a third of what he said. The first 2 days I invested a lot of effort tp try to understand him. Afterwards, I gave up. Apparently, I was not the only one in the group to have this problem. Good point : the wifi in the bus.
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    Trip date: September 2024

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8 Day - Iceland Northern Lights Tour
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Can I join the tour a day later after its official start?

      Joining the tour after the official start date may be possible, but it's best to contact us directly to make arrangements and confirm possible impacts.

    • What are the payment options for the tour?

      Payment can be made through various options including credit cards, direct bank transfers, or through our online booking platform.

    • How can I reach the designated pickup point for the tour?

      You will need to arrange transportation to the designated hotel in Reykjavik for the start of the tour.

    • What is the usual group composition in terms of age?

      Travelers of all ages, typically between 8 and 99, join our tours, with a majority aged between 20 and 50 years.

    • Are there specific physical requirements or recommendations for the tour?

      The tour involves some walking and other physical activities. We recommend waterproof boots with ankle support, especially for walks that may involve uneven terrains like glaciers.

    • What happens if there is a no-show for the tour?

      In the case of a no-show, you may still be responsible for the cost of the tour unless canceled according to our cancellation policy.

    • How is bad weather handled concerning tour schedules?

      Our tours are subject to changes depending on weather conditions. Safety is our priority, and adjustments or cancellations might be made accordingly.

    • Are there any additional costs for optional tours not included in the main tour?

      Yes, there are other tours suggested that are not included in the main package, and these can be booked and paid for in advance. The costs vary.

    • What activities are included in the tour?

      The tour includes various activities such as a Northern Lights minibus tour, with all activities outlined in your itinerary.

    • Is there luggage storage available during the tour?

      We offer luggage storage services, so you can store your excess luggage or opt not to carry certain items during the tour.

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