The Golden Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik | Iceland
Explore Iceland's iconic Golden Circle and end your day chasing the elusive Northern Lights.
- Walk across the historic landscape of Thingvellir National Park, the site of Iceland's ancient parliament
- Stand in awe before the cascading might of Gullfoss Falls
- Witness the famous erupting geyser and bubbling pools at Geysir Hot Springs
- End the tour under the night sky, hoping to catch the gripping beauty and magic of the Northern Lights
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The Golden Circle with Northern Lights Tour
What's included in The Golden Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik | Iceland
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
— What You Can Expect —
Embarking on this winter journey, you'll get a two-fold Icelandic experience: the iconic Golden Circle Tour by day, and a Northern Lights chase by night. Start your day with the famous Golden Circle Tour, taking in Iceland's three natural wonders: Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Hot Springs, and Gullfoss Falls.
At Þingvellir National Park, you’ll discover the gap where the American and Eurasian tectonic plates are pulling apart. Watch the famous Strokkur geyser at Geysir Hot Springs as it spouts water and a cloud of steam up to 30 m into the air. Lastly, soak in the beauty of the Gullfoss Falls, watching the glacial river plunge deep into a gorge.
As the sun sets, the night presents an entirely new adventure: the quest for the Northern Lights. It's a game of patience and luck, as the display's appearance hinges on the day's weather and visibility conditions. Given the winter chill and the amount of time you'll spend outdoors, warm clothing is a must.
*Note: Once the Golden Circle Tour concludes, you'll head back to Reykjavík. There, you’ll enjoy a 3-6 hour break, giving you ample time to explore the city before the Northern Lights expedition. Remember, the gap between the tours is contingent on your morning departure time.
Scheduled departures for the Golden Circle portion of the tour are at 08:00, 10:00, or 12:00 daily from August 15th - April 25th. The Northern Lights Tour start times are:
- August 15th - August 24th at 22:30
- August 25th - October 15th at 21:30
- October 16th - March 14th at 20:30
- March 15th - April 14th at 21:30
- April 15th - April 25th at 22:30
Inclusions
- In bus audio guide with a choice of 10 languages (English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Finnish)
- Knowledgeable local guide
- Admission to the sights
- Free Wi-Fi and USB charger in every seat
- Instructions about how to set up your camera to capture northern lights and the night sky
- Personal expenses
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Insurance
- Dining expenses
- Tips
- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. If you have booked a hotel pick-up with Smartbus, please be at your chosen pick-up location 30 minutes before the departure of the tour. Look for the green Smartbus which will be outside your accommodation within 30 minutes of the pick-up time
- Please carry your ID documents in case of identity and age verifications
- Please refer to your voucher for final information
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- Reykjavik Terminal
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Purchase Summary
- Please note that there is no guarantee of seeing the Northern Lights. However, we will do our best to maximize the chances by picking the best locations
- In the event of an unsuccessful hunt of seeing the Northern Lights, we will offer you a chance to re-book as many times as needed until you are successful in doing so. You can continue to do this within a 2-year period of going on the first hunt
- Please note that to enjoy the in-bus audio guide, you will need to bring your own headphones; otherwise, headphones are available for purchase on the bus
- For your comfort, please dress according to the weather. Please dress in warm waterproof clothes. Weather changes can be sudden so be prepared for all weather conditions. A waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves, and warm socks/waterproof shoes are recommended, especially since we will be outside at night
- Please note that this tour is accessible to those with limited mobility
- Pick-Up and Drop-Off Information: For the pick-up and drop-off options, please find the details at https://reykjaviksightseeing.is/bus-stops When making the booking, please provide your option correctly
