Iceland in a nutshell winter break with Northern Lights tour
- Experience
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 nights
- Iceland
- total price from £ 798.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
A captivating Iceland escape to see the Northern Lights and more enchanting landscapes - includes flights and transfers
Winter in Iceland is like nothing else - filled with ice and snow, dramatic volcanic terrains, steaming geysers, and of course, the magical Northern Lights dancing across the night sky. On this thrilling Iceland escape, enjoy a relaxing stay in the stylish city of Reykjavik; with a great selection of hotels to choose from, you can carve out a once-in-a-lifetime break tailored to your needs.
You'll be perfectly placed to make the most of all that this fascinating country has to offer. Even those who've visited before will always find something new, as landscapes change and volcanoes erupt. Travel to the iconic Golden Circle, look out for majestic whales out at sea, and keep an eye towards the sky for a glimpse of the dazzling Aurora Borealis, or take a dip in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon - Iceland is truly a place of dreams.
Included
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Three, four, five or seven nights in Reykjavik
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Buffet breakfast included in selected hotels
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Northern Lights tour with Aurora Borealis & Stargazing, with optional upgrade to a cruise
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Optional add-on excursions
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Depending on your hotel, you'll also enjoy a range of extra benefits during your stay
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Return flight from your selected airport to Keflavik
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Shared return transfer airport - hotel
Enchanting Iceland
Make your Iceland stay an experience to remember with excursions designed to show you the best of the country, including its incredible natural sights, beautiful landscapes, and unforgettable landmarks.
• Northern Lights & Stargazing Tour •
This tour will take you on a search for the beautiful Northern Lights, as well as the sparkling stars and constellations across the dark winter skies of Iceland. You’ll be accompanied by an experienced guide who can help you identify what you see, and get a closer look with an astronomical telescope. You’ll even be given tips on how to capture the Northern Lights on camera. Make sure that you dress appropriately with warm layers and winter boots.
Optional upgrade: You can choose to upgrade to a Northern Lights cruise in the booking process. You’ll travel beyond the city lights to see the darkest skies from the water on this unforgettable cruise, to hunt the captivating aurora above the waves. Alternatively, you can also upgrade to a smaller group tour for a more intimate, curated experience.
• Northern Lights by boat •
Set out in search of the Aurora Borealis on this unforgettable winter cruise, which gives you the best chance to experience the Northern Lights across dark, clear skies, away from the city lights. Sail out from Reykjavik's Old Harbour and watch in awe as the lights change in intensity, colour and movement, as you sway to the gentle lull of the ocean beneath - a thrilling and one-of-a-kind experience is guaranteed.
• Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon •
See some of Iceland’s most iconic sights, with a trip to the stunning Golden Circle, home to legendary natural treasures like the majestic Thingvellir National Park, Geysir and breathtaking Gullfoss waterfalls, followed by a soothing visit to the geothermal hot spring at the Secret Lagoon.
• Golden Circle & Glacier Snowmobiling •
See some of Iceland’s most iconic sights, with a trip to the stunning Golden Circle and a thrilling snowmobile ride across the ice fields and one of the biggest glaciers in the world.
• Whale Watching Cruise •
Take an enthralling journey into Faxaflói Bay for a glimpse of Iceland’s oceanic inhabitants - the majestic humpback whale, minke whales, dolphins, porpoises and other species. The surrounding land and air is also packed with a variety of native birds, including puffins, guillemots and others, making this special tour a must for any animal lovers. Alongside the tour, you can also visit a floating wildlife exhibition, to learn more about the creatures you’ll get to see.
• South Coast Tour •
Explore the beautiful southern coastline of Iceland, where you'll get to see the magnificent waterfalls, stunning black beaches, glaciers and volcanic landscape with a guided tour. You'll get to see the dramatic sands and some of the most powerful waterfalls in the area, including the Skógafoss Waterfall and the 60-metre high Seljalandsfoss Waterfall.
• South Coast, Diamond Beach and Jökulsárlón •
Embark on a scenic tour of the volcanic and glacier-covered wonderland that is Iceland's south coast, which will see you walk behind the thundering Seljalandsfoss waterfall, take in the incredible views from the top of Skógar waterfall, stand on the world-famous black sand beach at Reynisfjara, and visit the charming coastal village of Vík.
• Hvammsvik Hot Spring from Reykjavík •
Rated the world's best experience in 2023 by Time Out Magazine, Hvammsvík Hot Spring is not to be missed. Join this express half-day tour for a quick and immersive escape to one of Iceland's natural highlights. Enjoy a comfortable transfer from Reykjavík, soak in secluded natural hot springs at Hvammsvík, and relish the therapeutic powers of the steaming geothermal waters.
Hotel
We work with our trusted partners in the region to offer you the best possible stay.
When you plan your trip, after you've selected a date, we will show you all the information about the hotel you will be staying at.
Benefits of all the hotels
- Free Wifi
Things to know:
• Northern Lights season is between early September and end of April.
• All excursions (except cruises) include pick-up and drop-off either from your hotel or a designated bus stop nearby.
• For Northern Lights and whale watching cruises, please be aware that guests must make their own way to Reykjavik's Old Harbour.
• The Northern Lights are of course a naturally-occurring phenomenon, so while you will have a good chance of seeing them (and we'll cross our fingers for you), we cannot guarantee they will oblige!
• Please note that the whale watching cruise is a wildlife tour, and despite the crew's expertise, sightings of any kind can never be predicted or guaranteed.
• Your Blue Lagoon trip will depart at 5pm for a 6pm arrival. Upon arrival, you'll receive a drink and a towel, as well as a silica mud mask as you enjoy the thermal waters.
• Please note that the Northern Lights cruise does not operate on Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve, and will be booked on another date for you.
Excluded
- City tax of ISK 666 per room, per night (payable locally)
- City tax of ISK 350 per room, per night at Hotel Island (payable locally)
Payment
If you book this deal before 35 days of your departure, you can choose to pay in parts. The deposit will be 50% of the deal’s price plus the booking fee and travel and/or cancellation insurance (when applicable). You will find the payment amounts and deadlines to pay every installment at the last step of the booking process.
Additional Information
| Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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| Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements (including those related to COVID-19) at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel. Please be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
| Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
| Occupancy | Occupancy may vary according to different hotels. |
| Single supplement | The single supplement is based on travel dates and duration of travel. You will see the final price in the booking process. |
| Children's discount | On the basis of two full-paying adults, a discount for children may be offered dependent on the chosen travel dates and length of stay. You will see the applicable discount in the final booking process. |
| Third person discount | The third-person discount is based on the departure date and duration of the trip. You will see the final price in the booking process. |
| Accessibility | Unfortunately, this trip is not wheelchair accessible. |
| Infant bed | Unfortunately, cots are not available throughout this trip. |
| Pets | Pets are not permitted on this trip. |
| Travel documents | You will receive your travel documents 5 days before departure. Vouchers, documents and further travel information will be given to you upon arrival. |
| Currency | In Iceland, the national currency is the Icelandic Krona. |
| Northern Lights | Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon that are difficult to predict and depend on natural conditions, hence sightings cannot be guaranteed. |
| Whale watching cruise | Please note that the whale and dolphin watching cruise is a wildlife tour, and despite the crew's expertise, sightings of any kind can never be predicted or guaranteed. |
| COVID-19 Travel update | From 18 March, all travellers who can provide proof of a certified vaccination will be allowed to enter Iceland without being subject to PCR testing and quarantine. Visitors who can provide valid evidence of prior infection are also exempt from border measures. This exemption will apply to citizens outside the Schengen area, including the UK. |
| Airport and excursion transfers | Please note that transfers from Keflavík Airport to the Reykjavík Terminal take approximately 45 minutes. The pick-up and drop-off points for transfers and excursions will be either directly at the hotel, or at a nearby designated bus stop. For Hotel Holt - The Art Hotel, the nearest bus stop is an eight- to 10-minute walk from the hotel, and on a slight slope. |