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Christmas Land Of The Northern Lights

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5 days

CHRISTMAS TOUR: Explore Reykjavik and the Icelandic countryside this Christmas, celebrating the Icelandic way with a festive dinner on the 24th December! Discover the lunar landscapes of the Reykjanes peninsula and travel Iceland's famous Golden Circle route. Marvel at glaciers, waterfalls and black lava beaches in South Iceland. See exploding geysers, enjoy a relaxing soak in the Blue Lagoon, look out for the incredible Northern Lights!

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Accommodation Standard

Standard

Tour Overview

Duration

5 days

Starts

Reykjavik

Ends

Reykjavik

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 4 / Max 40

Minimum age

8 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

23 Dec 2024

Hotel Rating

Simple hotels

Countries

Iceland

Arrival Transfer

Yes by Flybus shared transfer

Departure Transfer

Yes by Flybus shared transfer

Meals included

Breakfast: 4, Dinner: 2
Per person from
NZD$3,420.00
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Total From
$8,550.00
NZD$6,840.00
Deposit From
Final payment
NZD$1,000.00
$6,340.00

Accommodation Standard

Standard

Tour Highlights

Celebrate Christmas the Icelandic way - See the Christmas lights in the villages of Hvolsvollur and Hella and enjoy a festive dinner on Christmas Eve
Reykjavik - Explore the capital of Iceland
Reykjanes Peninsula - Visit hot springs, mountains, bird cliffs, light houses and fishing villages
Blue Lagoon - Relax in a natural geothermal spa surrounded by a lava field.
Hella - Travel across the Icelandic countryside for Northern Lights hunting
Eyjafjallajökull Glacier - See the home to the famous eruption of April 2010 that halted international air travel for a week
Marvel at Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss Waterfalls
Golden Circle - Visit Geysir geothermal fields, Gulfoss Waterfall, Strokkur geyser, Thingvellir National Park UNESCO World Heritage Site

Included

4 breakfasts, 2 dinners including a festive 4- course meal on Christmas eve in Hella and a culinary experience in Reykjavik
4 nights simple hotels (comfort upgrade available to 4 nights in 3 star hotels)
Keflavik Airport arrival and departure transfer by FlyBus shuttle (unescorted)
Services of an English Speaking Icelandic Guide
Transportation in heated coaches with free Wi-Fi on board
Blue Lagoon, entrance and use of towel included
Entrance into Skógar Folk Museum on early Modern Iceland with its turf houses
Use of ice gripper spikes for shoes, and a flash light for Northern Lights hunting
This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. The sightseeing group may vary in size from 10 - 40 persons.
Northern Lights program
Christmas lights tour & Christmas celebration on day 2

Not Included

International Flights and Visas
Gratuity for your tour guide. Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture

Accommodation Standard

Standard

Itinerary

Day 1 - Reykjavik

Welcome to Iceland and the start of your Northern Lights adventure! Your transfer to your accommodation is by Flybus shuttle. The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Overnight: Reykjavik

Day 2 - Blue Lagoon

Reykjavik - Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon - Hella. This morning you meet your tour guide who shows the group some of the highlights of Iceland's capital. Then we head out to the Reykjanes peninsula famous for hot springs, picturesque mountains, bird cliffs, light houses and quaint fishing villages. Later on we get to relax in the warm blue waters of the famous Blue Lagoon

This evening we celebrate Christmas the Icelandic way, we start the evening by heading to the villages of Hvolsvöllur and Hella to witness their traditional Christmas lights. In Iceland this is a tradition that dates back to the middle ages when people would would keep fires burning inside the central pit of the Viking longhouses in order to keep the darkness of the Winter Solstice out. We then enjoy a sumptuous 4 course dinner and a glass of sparkling wine, this evening with any luck you might also see the northern lights.

Overnight: Hella
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - South Iceland with optional glacier hike

Hella - Eyjafjallajokull - Skogafoss - Black Lava Beach - Hella. Today we travel along the South coast and visit the active volcano that is beneath the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. We travel on to the high but narrow Seljalandsfoss waterfall, which plunges down from the mountain, and then visit Skógar folk museum of early Modern Iceland with its turf houses. Nearby is one of the most impressive waterfalls in the country; the 60-meter high Skógafoss waterfall, which we visit after lunch.

This afternoon we offer an optional glacier hike. The hike is on the Sólheimajökull glacier tongue which extends from the great Mýrdalsjökull glacier. If you don’t book the glacier hike, then the tour continues further south where you walk on the famous Black Lava Beach at Reynisfjara, observe the Cap of Dyrhólaey and the Reynisdrangar Sea Cliffs before visiting the charming village of Vík.

In the evening, if the night is clear, step into the garden to see if they're visible. These stunning light displays are common in Iceland from September to April on clear nights and often appearing in white and green hues. However, sightings aren't always guaranteed. The expansive, dark grounds at Stracta Hotel in Hella provide an ideal spot for Northern Lights viewing, but it demands patience, warm clothing, and the anticipation of a possible sighting.

Overnight: Hella
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 - Golden Circle & Culinary Experience

Hella - Golden Circle - Reykjavik. This morning we learn about the indigenous Icelandic horse and its history and special qualities. We also visit a geothermal greenhouse.Then we travel the famous Golden Circle route, seeing steam rising from the Geysir geothermal fields as we arrive. There is a variety of hot springs and bubbling pools. The original geyser is now dormant but has been replaced by Strokkur "the Churn" which erupts at 5-10 minute intervals. Continuing on to Gullfoss "the golden falls", a double waterfall that tumbles 34 meters into the Hvita River. Next we travel inland to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site before returning to Reykjavik for one night. This evening we return to Reykjavik for a dining experience which includes some local Icelandic cuisine.

Overnight: Reykjavik
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Reykjavik

Today our Northern Lights Icelandic experience comes to an end with included FlyBus transfer to Keflavik Airport.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation Standard

Standard

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Pre tour accommodation XMAS Land of the Northern Lights

Double

$155per passenger

Twin

$155per passenger

Single

$265per passenger

Accommodation Standard

Standard

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Cabin Hotel
Reykjavik

Set near the beautiful waterfront, Hotel Cabin offers simple but comfortable accommodation in Iceland's vibrant capital. Standard rooms are 18m², modern and cosy, with free Wi-Fi, en suite facilities and views of the city or the bay. A buffet breakfast is served each morning and there's a lobby bar serving drinks and snacks. Five minutes' walk from the hotel is Borg29 - a modern foodhall with nine restaurants on site, and the wonderful geothermal Laugardalslaug swimming pool. To reach the city centre it's a scenic 15 - 20 minute walk.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
2 Star Hotel
Hotel Stracta
Hella

Hotel Stracta in the sleepy village of Hella, offers a serene getaway in South Iceland. This contemporary hotel provides a range of en suite accommodations, from cosy 18m² standard rooms, to spacious 24m² studio rooms, which are equipped with a small kitchenette and a sofa bed. All of the guest rooms are designed in Nordic style and well-equipped, with modern amenities. A delicious and hearty buffet breakfast is served each day at the buffet restaurant Gardur. You can unwind in the sauna or outdoor hot tubs while soaking in views of the Northern Lights and enjoy delectable à la carte meals at Stracta Bistro restaurant, which serves a whole host of Icelandic and international culinary delights. In the winter, Hotel Stracta's dark gardens are perfect for Northern Lights hunting!

Our Rating
Standard
Local Rating
3 Star Hotel

Accommodation Standard

Standard

Prices & Dates

Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2024
Twin/Double
Single
23 Dec - 27 Dec
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$4,275$3,420
$5,085$4,068
2025
Twin/Double
Single
23 Dec - 27 Dec
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$4,655$3,724
$5,515$4,412

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