Iceland and the Northern Lights with Pete Lawrence
5days from
£1,399*per person
Overview
Iceland, the newest country on earth, is raw nature at its very best. Discover the fascinating capital of Reykjavík before heading into the great wilderness and remoteness of natural Iceland. See where the European and American Tectonic plates are slowly moving apart. Marvel at the spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall and experience the bubbling muds and spectacle of the exploding Geyser. Walk behind mighty waterfalls and gaze upon black sands. As if this is not enough, Iceland is also perfectly placed to witness the spectacular Northern Lights and, unlike tours centred in more light-polluted areas, we have the opportunity of watching out for them from the comfort of our hotel, remotely located on the riverbank in Hella.
For those wishing to learn more about the Northern Lights and the night sky or master the art of taking impressive photos of them, Pete Lawrence from the BBC’s The Sky at Night will be travelling with us to offer a helping hand.
For those wishing to learn more about the Northern Lights and the night sky or master the art of taking impressive photos of them, Pete Lawrence from the BBC’s The Sky at Night will be travelling with us to offer a helping hand.
Itinerary
- Fly to Keflavík. On arrival, take the shuttle bus to your overnight hotel in the heart of Reykjavík, the country's capital. The rest of the day is spent at leisure. The city is home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history while the striking concrete Hallgrimskirkja church and rotating Perlan glass dome offer sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills.
- After breakfast, our coach and English speaking guide collect us from the hotel for our Golden Circle Tour which embraces the very best of Iceland. Tour highlights include the Þingvellir National Park with its magnificent views and natural wonders such as the Almannagjá gorge and Lake Þingvallavatn; the famous Geysir hot spring area with boiling mud pits and geysers such as the lively Strokkur geyser which spouts water up to 30 metres into the air every few minutes; and the mighty Gullfoss Waterfall which is, by volume of water, the biggest waterfall in Europe. Later this afternoon we check in to the Hotel Lækur in Hella, where we stay for two nights. After our two-course dinner, there’s the option to join Pete Lawrence for an informative presentation on the Northern Lights and the best way to photograph them. After the presentation and subject to suitable weather conditions, we go outside and explore the night sky, again with the help of Pete and wait in anticipation for the Aurora to appear. An “Aurora watch” will be in operation until at least midnight for those who wish to be woken up to see them!
- We depart on our South Iceland Tour after breakfast. Walk behind waterfalls and wander along volcanic beaches and see the amazing glacier peaks. Highlights include the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls; the impressive rock formations and cliffs at Dyrhóley; the cliffs and black beach at Reynisfjara and the village of Vík, located near the absolute southernmost point in Iceland. On our return to the hotel we enjoy a two-course dinner. Afterwards, there’s the option to join a further presentation with Pete Lawrence. Under his expert eye, we wait for the Aurora to make an impressive appearance. A Northern Lights watch will again operate until at least midnight for those who wish to be woken up to watch them.
- We enjoy breakfast and depart for our final excursion. Our first stop is the scenic Urriðafoss waterfall in the mighty Þjórsá River before we continue on to explore Hveragerði. Surrounded by picturesque scenery and distinctive fumaroles, this pretty town is renowned for its abundance of hot springs that are heated by activity from the nearby Hengill volcano. The water from these sprim these springs is used to heat a series of greenhouses that cultivate a large quantity of unique Icelandic plant life. After lunch, we return to Reykjavík where we have some time to explore at leisure before we continue to Keflavik where we check in to our overnight hotel.
- We check out of our hotel and transfer to Keflavík airport for our return flight home. Please note: as the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon, we cannot guarantee a successful sighting.
What's Included
Holiday Highlights
- Witness the Northern Lights direct from our cosy, secluded hotel
- Included presentation on astro photography and night sky viewing with Pete Lawrence
- Golden Circle tour
- South Iceland tour
- Visits to Urriðafoss Waterfall and Hveragerði
Our Price Includes
- Return flights to Keflavík, airport taxes and hand luggage only
- One night's three-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation at a selected hotel in Reykjavík
- Two nights' three-star half-board accommodation at the Hotel Lækur, Hella
- One night's three-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation Konvin Hotel, Keflavík Airport
- Full-day Golden Circle Tour with an English speaking guide
- Full-day South Iceland Tour with an English speaking guide
- Visits to the Urriðafoss Waterfall, Hveragerði and Reykjavík with an English-speaking guide
- Two presentations and astro photography guidance by Pete Lawrence
- Two nights watching for the Northern Lights with Pete Lawrence
- Services of a tour manager
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Accommodation
Klettur Hotel, Reykjavík -
Located close to the centre of Reykjavík, the modern Klettur Hotel offers a welcoming atmosphere, a stylish bar and elegant en-suite rooms with free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, a flat-screen TV and complimentary toiletries.
Hotel Leifur, Reykjavik -
The Hotel Leifur in Reykjavik offers a comfortable and convenient stay in the heart of the city. The hotel combines modern amenities with traditional Icelandic charm. Its convenient central location allows for easy access to popular attractions, restaurants, and shops. The hotel features en-suite rooms, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.
Hotel Lækur, Hella -
The family-owned Hotel Lækur is a modern hotel, peacefully located on an Icelandic horse farm close to the village of Hella in southern Iceland, an area renowned for its beautiful and untouched nature. The hotel proudly offers the all-around Icelandic experience, surrounded by magical landscapes, close to both breathtaking natural wonders and local entertainment. All the rooms feature an en-suite shower room and other facilities include free Wi-Fi, a bar, lounge, restaurant, drying room and an outside viewing terrace, perfect to watch out for the Northern Lights.
Konvin Hotel, Keflavík Airport -
With its convenient location near Keflavík Airport, the Konvin Hotel is an ideal base for the last night of our break. The spacious en-suite rooms offer TV and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel also features a bar in the cosy lobby lounge.
Other Information
Single supplement £160pp
*Prices are subject to currency fluctuation and local supplier rate changes.
Please note as the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon, we cannot guarantee a successful sighting.
*Prices are subject to currency fluctuation and local supplier rate changes.
Please note as the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon, we cannot guarantee a successful sighting.
Holiday code
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