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Premium Iceland in Winter
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Start
Reykjavik, Iceland
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Reykjavik, Iceland
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Trip Code
BIPI
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
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Transport
Private Vehicle (Ford Transit van or similar)
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Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (6 nights), Feature stay (1 night)
From £3,160(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Experience the breadth of Iceland's incredible natural phenomena, including ancient volcanic rock formations, black pebble beaches, glacial lakes and geothermal lagoons.
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Take part in two incredible Exclusive Experiences – a home cooked dinner on a local farm and a relaxing dip in the wonderfully scenic Krauma thermal pools.
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Stay in the stylish Fosshotel for your Feature Stay, offering up priceless views of the surrounding landscape, modern comforts and an excellent restaurant that uses the freshest Icelandic produce.
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Travel with an experienced local leader who will explain geographic features, share stories of Iceland’s history and folklore and narrate your nightly sky watching with the science behind aurora borealis.
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Get the best chance at seeing the spectacular dancing lights of the aurora borealis in the northern sky.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, SEA LIFE TRUST Beluga Whale Sanctuary in the Westman Islands. Donations help them in their work with rescuing local puffins as well as rehabilitation of these and two rescued beluga whales, which were previously performing in captivity in an aquarium in Shanghai. Tuuur will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
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The northern lights are most visible during the colder months, when temperatures can reach -15C or below and snow is very likely. It's important to bring appropriate clothing such as a down jacket, thermals layers, gloves and suitable footwear.
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Many locations on this itinerary are remote, which means a few long drives. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the scenery and spend some time getting to know your fellow travellers.
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While there is a strong chance of seeing the northern lights in all their colourful glory (thanks to the high latitude, time of year and itinerary), nature makes no guarantees. On the rare occasion that your leader must alter the itinerary due to adverse weather, alternative activities will be offered.
Itinerary
Hunt the aurora and discover Iceland’s natural wonders
Search the sky for dancing lights by night and discover natural wonders by day on this eight-day Premium adventure. Travel with a local leader who brings the landscape to life as you view the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, drive through hardened lava fields in Vatnajokull National Park, see the eerily calm waters of the Glacier Lagoon and wander among Reynisdrangar’s imposing basalt sea stacks. Take in dramatic views from your Feature Stay hotel, enjoy included dinners of fresh produce, take part in amazing Exclusve Experiences and journey from Hvolsvollur to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in pursuit of mother nature’s most spectacular show.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Reykjavik
- DAY 2Day 2 • Reykjavik / Golden Circle / Fludir
- DAY 3Day 3 • Vatnajokul National Park / Jokulsarlon
- DAY 4Day 4 • Jokulsarlon / South Coast / Reykjavik
- DAY 5Day 5 • Borgarfjordur / Snaefellnes Peninsula
- DAY 6Day 6 • Snaefellsnes Peninsula
- DAY 7Day 7 • Reykjavik
- DAY 8Day 8 • Reykjavik
Inclusions
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7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
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Private Vehicle (Ford Transit van or similar)
bed Accommodation
Comfortable hotel (6 nights), Feature stay (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleReykjavik - Welcome Dinner
circleComplimentary Arrival Transfer
circleGolden Circle - Thingvellir National Park, Strokkur Geysir & Gullfoss Waterfall
circleAurora Spotting (weather dependent)
circleVatnajokull - National Park
circleSouth Coast - Laki Lava Fields
circleSouth Coast - Reynisdrangar & Solheimajokull Glacier
circleSouth Coast - Seljalandsfoss & Skogafoss Waterfalls
circleJokulsarlon - Glacier Lagoon
circleKrauma - Geothermal Baths Visit
circleBorgarfjordur - Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Waterfalls
circleBorgarfjordur - Deildartunguhver Hot Spring
circleReykjavik - Leader-led walking tour
circleSnaefellsnes Peninsula - Snaefellsjokull, Arnarstapi & Stykkisholmur
circleSnaefellsnes Peninsula - Liston's Stone Carving Workshop
circleSnaefellsnes Peninsula – Homemade Farmhouse Dinner
museum Optional activities
circleFludir - Secret Lagoon - ISK3600
circleReykjavik - Settlement Exhibition - ISK3000
circleReykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK3600
circleReykjavik - Whales of Iceland Museum - ISK4300
circleReykjavik - Maritime Museum - ISK2450
circleReykjavik - Harpa Concert Hall - Free
circleReykjavik - Perlan Museum - ISK5990
circleReykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon inc return transfer - ISK23280
circleNautholsvík - Thermal Beach - Free
circleReykjavik - Lava Tunnel Tour - ISK13900
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Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£4,411£4,190
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Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£4,015£3,814
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Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£4,648£4,415
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£4,015£3,814
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Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,015£3,814
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Sunday Nov 02, 2025
Sunday Nov 09, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£3,867£3,287
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£3,988£3,389
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Sunday Nov 16, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£3,955£3,361
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Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 7 spaces left
£3,867£3,287
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Sunday Nov 30, 2025
Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£3,867£3,287
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Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£3,718
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Sunday Dec 07, 2025
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£3,718£3,160
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Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£3,867£3,287
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Saturday Dec 13, 2025
Saturday Dec 20, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£4,015£3,413
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Monday Dec 15, 2025
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£4,015£3,413
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Important notes
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1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. There are a limited number of single supplements available per trip departure. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (59)
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Isabel
Mar 29, 2025
This was a magical trip. We saw the Northern Lights once, BUT, that was not even the highlight of the trip. Iceland's landscape is jaw-droppingly beautiful. We experienced rain, snow, extreme wind, sun, multiple storm systems and loved every minute of the changing scenery. Einar kept us safe and informed throughout the travel from one beautiful location to another. I would highly recommend this trip, so long as you pack waterproof everything.
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Judy
Mar 04, 2025
I can’t recommend the Iceland Premium trip highly enough. It exceeded my expectations in every way. Guide/driver, sights, accommodation and weather. An 11 out of 10 trip!
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Holly
Mar 03, 2025
Premium Iceland trip was outstanding. Our guide Kristjan’s passion for his country, knowledge and care for our group help make this trip so memorable. A breathtaking country with beautiful people. Would love definitely visit again!
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Brian
Feb 03, 2025
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Allan
Jan 26, 2025
I will be recommending this tour to all of my friends. The tour ran with only 4 of us in a 15 seater bus so it felt like a private tour. Our guide, Arni, was the consummate professional and just the person you want on a tour like this. He was informative and entertaining and had the knowledge and the skills to ensure we had a safe but exhilarating
Experience. Iceland in winter is amazing.
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Peggy
Jan 24, 2025
Fabulous location! Not sure why the last day was part of the tour as we finished mid afternoon …before the tour officially finished Sunday …
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Joanne
Jan 20, 2025
Winter in Iceland exceeded my expectations. It was breathtakingly beautiful at every turn. The inclusions and upgraded accommodation were well worth the added cost on this trip. Being at some of the remote hotels with alerts for northern lights was awesome.
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Maria
Jan 10, 2025
This was a perfectly paced trip that provides a great overview of Iceland. We were lucky enough to see the northern lights two different nights and that was icing on the cake.
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Tanya
Dec 23, 2024
Fantastic trip with small weather interruptions. Knowledgeable guide Gisli made the trip special!
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Michelle
Dec 21, 2024
This trip is amazing. Stefan is a stellar leader. We covered so much ground on this trip and it's a perfect balance of activity and leisure. The locations, activities, and meals were fabulous. The scenery is gorgeous, and we saw the northern lights twice in seven nights!