Iceland
Iceland is a spectacular destination for northern lights enthusiasts, especially during the extended darkness of winter. The country’s unique landscape—featuring glaciers, volcanoes, and geothermal springs—creates a dramatic setting for the aurora’s vibrant colors. Visitors can chase the lights from cozy countryside lodges, soak in hot springs beneath the stars, or join guided tours that seek out the best viewing spots. Alongside the aurora, Iceland offers rich cultural experiences and natural wonders, making every trip here an adventure to remember.
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Akureyri
65°40'57"N, 18°5'26"W
Aurora probability in Akureyri: 2%
Akureyri, the 'Capital of North Iceland,' offers a fantastic opportunity to witness the Northern Lights amidst picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture.
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Reykjavík
64°8'49"N, 21°56'26"W
Aurora probability in Reykjavík: 2%
Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital, is a vibrant city known for its stunning landscapes, rich culture and as one of the best places to experience the Northern Lights.
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Vík
63°25'7"N, 19°0'21"W
Aurora probability in Vík: 1%
Vík í Mýrdal, or Vík, is a small village on Iceland’s southern coast, known for its black sand beaches, dramatic cliffs and proximity to natural wonders.
Book an amazing adventure in Iceland
Explore this selection of tours and activities to make the most of your visit to Iceland.
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Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik
4.8 (6133)
10 hours From £101.26
Visit the natural wonders of Iceland on this 10-hour tour from Reykjavik. Travel in a minibus to the black sand beaches of Reynisfjara, Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, Sólheimajökul glacier and the Eyjafjallajökull volcano. Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Golden Circle, Volcano Crater and Blue Lagoon Small-Group Tour
4.8 (2158)
11 hours From £189.91
Experience the best of Iceland's natural wonders on this one day mini bus tour. Join us for this magnificent combination of of Iceland, we will take you to the Golden Circle pearls and enoy the soothing waters of the Blue Lagoon. Book now to begin your journey!
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Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland
5.0 (19448)
3 hours From £109.59
Local food, city & history tour of Reykjavik. In the tastiest sight seeing tour in Iceland, we explore down town Reykjavik through delicious local cuisines that you would never come across in your typical “to-do in Iceland” itinerary! You will stroll around the city and visit 5-6 wonderful local restaurants with a fun & knowledgeable guide by your side. In our tours you will have a chance to try the best local cuisines of Iceland in each season, like the delicious Icelandic lamb, home made Icelandic ice cream from a secret family recipe, an authentic catch of the day, a hot dog from the famous Icelandic hot dog stand and much more! If you like to experience Reykjavik, Iceland’s culture, unique cuisine, local restaurants and make new friends, you should definitely join our Reykjavik Food Walk. Just make sure you show up hungry!
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Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik
4.5 (5304)
6 hours 30 minutes From £63.40
Discover some of the best sites in Iceland on the the Golden Circle Tour, in the company of a professional guide who will tell you all you need to know about the area's history, culture and nature. Leave the city behind and get into the history of Iceland at Thingvellir National Park, witness the powerful beauty of a multi-tiered waterfall at Gullfoss and walk among bubbling geothermal pools at Geysir Geothermal Area.
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Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
4.7 (2363)
2 hours 30 minutes From £85.41
Sky Lagoon, a scenic geothermal lagoon that opened in 2021, is a relaxing passage through Icelandic bathing culture. There you are surrounded by reefs, lava cliffs, and the open ocean and you get a chance to unplug, without having to even leave the capital area. Sky Lagoon is visited equally by locals and travelers and has become their Zen place in the city. The unique architecture invites you to time travel between centuries where the strong natural connection from the early ages and the advanced modern technology of today come together in perfect harmony. Their 7-step Ritual, a therapy of hot and cold. helps you relax and restore which is the core of the experience. At the edge of Sky Lagoon, you’ll find a 75-metre long infinity edge giving you the feeling of sea and sky coming together as one.
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Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater
4.9 (5981)
11 hours From £189.16
The Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon are the two most popular sights to visit in Iceland. Book this small group day tour and enjoy visiting both the Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon in a relaxing fun filled day. Admission to all sights, also the Blue Lagoon, is included in the tour price so as soon as you have booked you can relax and start looking forward to your adventure. Your first stop is at the Thingvellir National Park, the UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. This is where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, which allows you the unique feeling of having one foot in each world. Next destination is the famous Geysir Hot Spring. Watch Strokkur erupt every few minutes up to 30 meters high. Here you can buy a lunch during the stop. Gullfoss the Golden Waterfall is next and will amaze you with its beauty and raw power. Adding even more, you will visit the Kerid Volcanic Crater before heading off the Blue Lagoon for a relaxing end to a great day.
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