Iceland Northern Lights Experience 4D/3N

Iceland Northern Lights Experience 4D/3N

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Tour Overview

Embark on a breathtaking 4-day Icelandic adventure with the "Iceland Northern Lights Experience." This tour offers a captivating journey through Iceland's stunning landscapes, starting from Reykjavik. Explore the scenic Snæfellsnes Peninsula, marvel at the majestic Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, and delve into the enchanting world of the Jokulsárlón glacier lagoon and ice caves. Experience the thrill of witnessing the Northern Lights, a truly unforgettable spectacle. Discover the geothermal wonders of Deildartunguhver hot spring and stroll along the black pebble beach at Djúpalónssandur. Capture the iconic Mount Kirkjufell and venture into the Vatnshellir Cave in Snæfellsnes National Park. Enjoy comfortable shared accommodation in budget hotels, with convenient van and bus transportation, including Reykjavik pick-up and drop-off. Guided by an English-speaking expert, this tour promises an unforgettable Icelandic experience filled with natural wonders and photographic opportunities. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Witness the scenic Snæfellsnes peninsula

  • Visit the Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls

  • Tour the Jokulsárlón glacier lagoon and ice caves

  • Get the chance to see the unforgettable Northern Lights

  • Explore the Deildartunguhver hot spring

  • Walk along the black pebble beach at Djúpalónssandur

  • See the famous Mount Kirkjufell

  • Discover the Vatnshellir Cave in Snæfellsnes National Park

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Reykjavik - Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland

Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland

Location: Reykjavik, Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Accommodation Name: hotel

Begin with a journey through West Iceland stopping at Deildartunguhver hot spring, Reykholt medieval village, Gerðuberg basalt columns, and beautiful fjords and waterfalls. At night, check out the beautiful Northern Lights (if possible)

Day 2 : Snæfellsnes Peninsula - Reykjavík, Iceland

Location: Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Reykjavík

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy your picturesque tour along the Snæfellsnes peninsula coastline. Visit the fishing village of Arnarstapi, the Snæfellsnes National Park, the village of Hellnar, the black beach of Djúpalónssandur and Mount Mount Kirkjufell. Head back to the capital. If the forecast is favorable, we will lookout for the Northern Lights.

Day 3 : Reykjavík - Skaftafell, Iceland

Location: Reykjavík, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Mýrdalsjökull, Reynisfjara, Vík, Skaftafell

Accommodation Name: country hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Explore the South Coast with visits to the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, the mountain glacier Mýrdalsjokull, the black sand beach Reynisfjara, and the town of Vík. If the conditions allow, we will hunt for the Northern Lights next to our perfectly positioned country hotel!

Day 4: Skaftafell Area - Reykjavik, Iceland

Location: Jökulsárlón, Skaftafell, Reykjavík

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ice Cave and Glacier Lagoon Visit (B)


Today you will really get to know the glacier, venturing into the sparkling, blue/white world of an ice cave with a qualified guide, and visiting the extraordinary glacier lagoon, Jökulsárlón. Getting up close and personal with a vast glacial tongue of the great Vatnajökull glacier does not get any better than this!


The renowned Jökulsárlón Ice Lagoon, made famous by several blockbuster movies including Batman Begins and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty, to name just a couple, is a totally mind-blowing place. Splendid icebergs of amazing shapes, some incredibly large, have calved off the receding Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. They jostle one another in the huge lagoon before gliding on their surreal and stately journeys to the Atlantic Ocean. Many of these natural ice sculptures are washed onto the nearby Diamond Beach, you will see them glittering like diamonds, as they rest on the dramatic coal blackness of the beach.


Next, you go into the glacier with a qualified guide! Ice caves are fascinating. New caves are formed each winter by the melt/freeze cycle of the glacier, they are always changing, both from year to year and within each winter. The journey into an ice cave will give photographers the most amazing opportunity to capture the shimmering blue light which passes through the glacial ice. Surprisingly deep shades of jewel blue will surround you, these tones are caused by ice compression, the way we perceive light and color, and the blueness can sometimes be intensified by algae.


After visiting the ice cave we head towards Reykjavík. We stop at Skaftafell Nature Reserve in Vatnajokull National Park, a green area in the midst of amazingly jagged mountains and glacier-topped peaks, the splendid scenery of Skaftafell is certain to be a highlight of your tour. As darkness falls we look out for the northern lights.


We return to Reykjavík around 21:00 and 23:00.

What's Included

  • Meals
    3 Breakfasts

  • Accommodation

    3 Nights shared accommodation in budget hotels.

  • Transport

    Van and bus transportation, including Reykjavik accommodation pick-up and city-centre drop-off, along with a guided mini-bus tour.

  • Activities

    Sightseeing as per itinerary, including Ice Cave, Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, Hraunfossar Waterfalls, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Mt. Kirkjufell, guided ice cave tour, and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.

  • Guides

    English-speaking guide.

  • Extras

    All necessary caving equipment.

What's Not Included

  • Other meals/drinks

    Meals and drinks other than the 3 breakfasts included.

  • Optional activities

    Any activities not listed in the itinerary.

  • Personal expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional services.

  • Tips

    Gratuities for guides and drivers.

  • Accommodation drop-off

    Drop-off at accommodation after the tour.

  • Travel insurance

    Travel insurance is not included.

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with van and bus transportation, including Reykjavik accommodation pick-up and city-centre drop-off, along with a guided mini-bus tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy 3 nights of shared accommodation in budget hotels, providing a comfortable and affordable stay throughout your Icelandic adventure.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 3 nights of shared accommodation in budget hotels, offering a comfortable and affordable stay.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    The tour provides van and bus transportation, including pick-up from Reykjavik accommodation and drop-off at the city center, along with a guided mini-bus tour.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    The tour includes 3 breakfasts. Other meals and drinks are not included.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, an English-speaking guide will accompany the tour.

  • What activities are included in the tour itinerary?

    The tour includes sightseeing as per the itinerary, such as visiting the Ice Cave, Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, Hraunfossar Waterfalls, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Mt. Kirkjufell, a guided ice cave tour, and Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon.

  • Is caving equipment provided for the ice cave tour?

    Yes, all necessary caving equipment is included in the tour.

  • Will there be opportunities to see the Northern Lights during the tour?

    Yes, the itinerary includes opportunities to see the Northern Lights, weather permitting, on multiple nights of the tour.

  • Is there an age limit?

    No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.

  • Do I need travel insurance?

    We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.

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For true explorers....

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

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To this day, this is...

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Iceland Northern Lights Experience 4D/3N

4 Days Starting and ending in Reykjavík, Iceland

Visiting: Reykjavik, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Reykjavík, Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, Mýrdalsjökull, Reynisfjara, Vík, Skaftafell, Jökulsárlón ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

46137

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English
From: $2089 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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