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Northern Lights Tours

Northern Lights Break Iceland

Experience the stunning Auroras in this short Northern lights break in Iceland. This road trip spans 4 days and 3 nights so it makes for the perfect weekend getaway.

  • Trees planted 14
  • Available jan, feb, mar, oct, nov, dec
  • Duration 4 days/3 nights
  • Location Golden circle & South coast
  • Difficulty
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What you'll experience.

Experience the stunning Auroras in this short Northern lights break in Iceland. This road trip spans 4 days and 3 nights so it makes for the perfect weekend getaway. In this short adventure you will visit iconic attractions of the South coast of Iceland as well as the very popular Golden circle route. At night you will go hunting for the amazing Northern lights! Get ready for long, action filled days in the incompatible nature of Iceland!

Highlights of the tour include the moon like landscape of the Reykjanes peninsula, the famous Golden circle, waterfalls and black sand beaches of the South coast, and of course the stunning Northern lights. You will also get a chance to explore Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital city.

Self-drive tours are the best way to experience all that Iceland has to offer. This way you are in full control of the journey, no hassle and no crowded buses!

Please note that adding optional activities may change the itinerary slightly. A detailed itinerary will be provided once booking has been confirmed.

To request a price quote for this tour, please fill out the request form, and we will send you a price quote based on your preferences.

Don’t want to drive yourself? Check out our selection of guided multi-day tours here.

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Rental car selection.

If you are planning on driving in Iceland during winter, between September and May, we highly recommend choosing a 4x4 vehicle for your safety and to make your vacation more enjoyable. The weather in Iceland can change suddenly and you could encounter snow or sleet. Some roads are also not accessible for smaller vehicles but can be reached on 4x4´s.

To ensure your safety on our self-drive tours in Iceland, we only provide 4WD cars from 1st of October through March, due to possible snow, slush, and other hazardous road conditions.

Included in rental rate

  • Unlimited mileage

  • CDW (Collision Damage Waver)

  • SCDW (Super Collision Damage Waver)

  • GP (Gravel Protection. Includes damages to windscreens, headlights and the car)

  • TP (Theft Protection)

  • Extra driver option (when suitable)

  • 4G WiFi with unlimited data to stay connected during your tour

  • VAT 24%

Can be added in the booking process

  • Liability waiver for carefree travelling
    Small car: ISK 3.590 per day
    Medium/Large car: ISK 4.690 per day

  • SAAP (Sand and Ash Insurance)
    Recommended for those travelling the south coast.
    Rates depend on the size of the rental car.
    ISK 1.650 per day

  • GPS navigation system
    Some cars have free GPS systems on board
    1.550 ISK per day

  • Roadside assistance waiver
    ISK 800 per day

  • Booster seat
    Free of charge

  • Baby seat
    0 - 13 kg - ISK 4.000 per rental

  • Child seat
    15 - 36 kg - ISK 4.000 per rental

Accommodations.

You can choose from four main categories of accommodations in the booking request process, Comfort, Quality, Quality+ and Luxury. Breakfast is included in all categories.


Included in final tour price.

Included

  • Accommodation for 3 nights with breakfast
  • 4x4 rental car of your choice for 4 days including CDW, SCDW, TP, GP, Extra driver, 4G Wifi dongle with unlimited data or and VAT 24%
  • Detailed personal itinerary
  • Carbon offsetting (14 trees planted)
  • Taxes and service fees
  • Personal and professional service

    Not included

    • Flight to/from Iceland
    • Personal travel insurance
    • Gasoline/petrol, road tolls, and parking fees
    • Meals and drinks beside breakfast
    • Entrance fees unless otherwise stated

      Itinerary.

      Day 1

      After your arrival at Keflavík airport, you will pick-up your rental car and start your adventure. Depending on your arrival time you will start by exploring the Reykjanes peninsula before heading to your accommodation for the night. After you have settled in you will head out into the night to look for the lights. Your accommodation will be in the greater Selfoss area.

      Km driven: approx. 160

      Day 2

      After breakfast you will head to the Golden circle where you will check out Þingvellir National Park, the spouting hot spring at the Geysir Geothermal area, and the majestic waterfall Gullfoss to name. Your accommodation for the night will be in the Hella area. After you get settled in and have dinner you can head back out to look for the Auroras.

      Km driven: 200

      Day 3

      After breakfast it's time to visit the stunning waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss. The waterfalls are very picturesque and have become a popular stop among visitors. From there you will drive onward to Reynisfjara black sand beach to sea the basalt columns and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks just of the coast. You will then head back towards Hella where your accommodation for the night will be. After dinner you will of course head out to search for the Northern lights.

      Km driven: 200

      Day 4

      After breakfast its time to head home. Drive to Keflavík airport, return your rental car and head to your gate.

      Km driven: 150

      From
      166.990 ISK
      Per 2 adults
      from
      166.990 ISK
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