Northern Lights and Southern Sights

From $745 – Including round-trip flights, 3 nights hotel, two tours, and airport transfers.

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Limited time only - book now through Travel Tuesday, December 3! After the stress of the holidays, it’s time to get out of town for a long weekend! Join us in Iceland for some relaxation under the Northern Lights and a tour of waterfalls, black sand beaches and Icelandic volcanoes. Packages available this January, February and March.

Follow the North Atlantic coastline from Reykjavík into the volcanic and glacier covered wonderland that is Iceland´s South Coast. Walk behind the thundering veil of water at Seljalandsfoss waterfall, take in the incredible views from the top of the gorgeous and partially frozen Skógafoss waterfall, stand on the world famous black sand beach at Reynisfjara and visit the charming coastal village of Vík.

Plus, embark on a mission to see the Northern Lights, one of the most beautiful celestial displays found in nature, and the endless cosmic wonders waiting to be discovered. All you need to do is gaze skywards into the Arctic night canopy to explore the magic of countless stars and the moon itself.

With so much to do, you’ll probably find your bucket list will only get bigger once you arrive! Good news though, as you can extend your vacation at the time of booking to stay in Iceland up to 7 nights! Explore more of Reykjavík and find out what makes it so charming, or head out of the sprawling metropolis (OK, it’s not that big a city) to check out Iceland’s breath-taking nature with our numerous tour options. From horseback-riding on Iceland’s famous horse to stunning glacial lagoons, we look forward to welcoming you to our home!

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Included

Round-trip flights in Icelandair Economy Standard Class
All taxes, fees and fuel surcharges
Checked in baggage 23kg (50 lbs) and hand luggage 10kg (22 lbs)
Three nights (minimum) accommodation at your chosen hotel.
Breakfast included at selected hotels as noted during the booking process.
Round-trip Airport Direct transfers between Keflavík International Airport and your hotel accommodation in Reykjavík
Discount vouchers for 15% off at the following hotel restaurants (dependent on your choice of hotel accommodation): SATT, at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura; VOX, at Hilton Reykjavík Nordica; Slippbarinn, at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Marina
Guided South Coast Classic tour at 9am, including: Transfers to/from your hotel, admission to all tour sights, free Wi-Fi and USB-charger for each seat, and in-bus audio guide with a choice of 10 languages (English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Finnish) – headphones available for purchase. Tour duration: 11 hours
Guided Northern Lights & Stargazing tour at 9pm (10pm from March 15-31), including: Transfers to/from your hotel, free use of astronomical telescope and camera tripod, complimentary star map, and photo memory of you and the northern lights (when they’re visible!). Tour duration: 3 hours.
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Conditions

Online offer only
Departures for Northern Lights & Southern Sights are on sale through December 3, 2019, dependent on limited departures and availability
Advertised lead price per person is based on lowest available airfare and two persons sharing a standard guest room at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura for three nights. Price and departure day can vary depending on your Icelandair gateway
Lead price gateway: Toronto
Additional gateway: Vancouver
Minimum/maximum stay: 4 nights/8 nights. The first night is the overnight flight to Iceland on all vacation packages departing the United States and Canada
Travel period: January 6 – March 28, 2020
Not included with this holiday package: Meals and services not mentioned in itinerary and any service not specifically listed under "included."
Northern Lights sightings are subject to favorable weather conditions and are not guaranteed. No refund or reduction in price if northern lights are not seen during tour, but you may re-book the tour for the next available evening for another try!
The tour operator reserves the right to cancel tours due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Tours operated by Reykjavík Sightseeing.
Included tour transfers: Look for the Green Smartbus™ which will be outside your accommodation beginning 30 minutes prior to official tour start time.
Tour operators will not pick up or drop off passengers at hotels outside Reykjavík
All general inquiries, including change or cancellation requests, must be submitted online.
Excess baggage and optional service fees may apply.
Terms and conditions, including changes and cancellations to your holiday, vary depending on your country of departure. Please refer to the applicable Icelandair Holidays terms and conditions.

Insurance

Personal travel insurance is not included and is highly recommended. It can be arranged through Allianz Global Assistance for passengers originating in the United States and Canada.

itinerary

Day1

Next stop: Iceland! Board your Icelandair flight for the overnight to our hub at Keflavík International Airport. Have a window seat? Keep your eyes peeled as you just may see the northern lights dancing beside you!

Day2

Welcome to Iceland! Exchange your airport transfer vouchers at Airport Direct‘s service desk inside the airport arrival hall (after collecting your bags). There, you'll receive your round-trip tickets and confirm the departure time for your return transfer on the last day of your trip. Normal check-in times are in the afternoon, so if your room is not ready you should be able to store luggage with the front desk so you can take a stroll and explore the charm and allure of the world’s northernmost capital. Perhaps grab some food with the 15% discount voucher for those staying at Natura, Marina or Nordica!

In the evening, dress warm for your Northern Lights and Stargazing tour, and be on the lookout for the green Smartbus™ which will be outside your accommodation beginning 30 minutes prior to official tour start time. You’ll embark on a mission to see one of the most beautiful celestial displays found in nature and many other cosmic wonders. All you need to do is gaze skywards into the Arctic night canopy to explore the magic of countless stars and the moon itself. An astronomical binocular will be available as well, providing you the opportunity to find the most-known constellations and stars. The tour takes about 3 hours depending on how early/late the lights might appear.

Day3

Be well rested for this full day of exploring, and ready to board the green Smartbus™ which will be outside your accommodation beginning 30 minutes prior to official tour start time.

During today’s tour, you’ll follow the North Atlantic coastline from Reykjavík into the volcanic and glacier covered wonderland that is Iceland‘s south coast. You’ll walk behind the thundering veil of water at Seljalandsfoss waterfall and take in, after a short walk up a flight of steps, the incredible view from the top of Skógafoss waterfall. You’ll stand on the world-famous Reynisfjara black sand beach with the powerful Atlantic waves crashing on the black sands, the jagged basalt sea stacks and the huge basalt-column cave and visit the charming and small coastal village of Vík, the southernmost village in Iceland. Despite its small size (291 inhabitants) it is the largest settlement for 70 km! You’ll also catch a glimpse of the now famous glacier-capped volcano Eyjafjallajökull rising majestically above the coastal mountains and see the volcanic Westman Islands just off the coast. Tour duration: 11 hours.

Day4

Where will your imagination take you today? Pick your own adventure with engaging day tours from Icelandair, from thrilling buggy tours to snowmobiling on Icelandic glaciers or going whale watching from the city harbor. You’ll also have time to enjoy the cozy cafes and lively local nightlife that Reykjavík is so famous for.

Day5

Be ready outside your hotel 30 minutes before your chosen departure transfer time for the Smartbus hotel connection to Airport Direct‘s Reykjavik Terminal. From there it's off to Keflavík Airport!

Although it’s time to bid farewell to Iceland today and head home on your Icelandair flight, we hope you can join us again in the future with Icelandair Holidays!