Iceland Northern Lights Quest (7Days)
Description: Chase the Aurora Borealis, explore glaciers, and soak in Iceland’s hot springs on this unforgettable adventure.
Continent: Europe
Countries: Iceland
Cities: Reykjavik, Vik
Duration Days: 7
Travel Style: Adventure
Group Type: Small Group
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Best Season: Winter
Start City: Reykjavik
End City: Reykjavik
Price Per Person: $1650
Includes Flights: No Highlights
✔ Soak in the Blue Lagoon’s thermal waters
✔ Marvel at Gullfoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls
✔ Walk on a glacier in Vatnajökull National Park
✔ Hunt for the Aurora Borealis with expert guides
✔ Explore Iceland’s South Coast villages
✔ Visit Thingvellir National Park – a UNESCO site
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Welcome to Iceland Arrive in Reykjavik. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. Evening welcome briefing and optional Blue Lagoon visit.
Day 2 – Golden Circle Highlights Explore Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Hot Springs, and Gullfoss Waterfall. Evening Aurora forecast session.
Day 3 – South Coast Waterfalls & Black Sands Drive toward Vík. Visit Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls and Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. First Aurora chasing night.
Day 4 – Glacier Adventure Guided glacier walk at Skaftafell (Vatnajökull National Park). Learn ice-climbing basics (optional). Evening hot spring relaxation.
Day 5 – Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon & Diamond Beach Boat ride among icebergs, photo stop at Diamond Beach. Return to Vík for local dinner and Aurora watch.
Day 6 – Back to Reykjavik Scenic drive with stops at volcanic fields and lava centers. Free evening for shopping or food tour.
Day 7 – Departure Transfer to airport. Optional early-morning Blue Lagoon stop (time permitting).
Inclusions
3★ and 4★ hotels with daily breakfast
Airport transfers (round-trip)
English-speaking guide and driver
Guided glacier walk with gear rental
Aurora night tour with thermal suits
Entrance fees to national parks
24/7 on-trip assistance
Exclusions
International flights
Lunch & dinner (unless specified)
Visa fees (if applicable)
Tips & personal expenses
Optional activities not listed
Add-on Activities
Ice Cave Exploration Tour (+$120)
Snowmobile Ride on Langjökull (+$150)
Aurora Photography Workshop (+$90)