Iceland Northern Lights Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Reykjavik
    45 minutes (31.9 km) from Keflavik International Airport

    Begin your Icelandic adventure in Reykjavik, the capital city and northernmost capital in the world. Explore the city’s fascinating culture, art, and architecture. Visit the Hallgrimskirkja Church, which offers an impressive view of the city. Take a dip in the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa known for its healing properties. End your day with an exquisite seafood dinner at Marshall Restaurant.

  2. Day 2: Vik
    2 hours 30 minutes (187 km) from Reykjavik

    Drive along the scenic southern coast of Iceland to Vik, a charming town known for its black sand beaches, towering cliffs, and stunning rock formations. Visit the Reynisfjara Beach and Dyrhólaey Arch for breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean.

  3. Day 3: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
    2 hours 40 minutes (180 km) from Vik

    Embark on a glacier hike or ice cave tour on the way to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Admire the surreal beauty of the glacier lagoon, where you’ll see giant icebergs floating in a glacial lake. Go for a boat ride to get up close and personal with the icebergs, and keep an eye out for seals swimming in the lagoon.

  4. Day 4: Northern Lights in Reykjanes Peninsula
    3 hours (190 km) from Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

    The last day of the trip is dedicated to the main highlight: the Aurora Borealis. Head to the Reykjanes Peninsula, which is considered one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. Check out the Bridge Between Continents, where you can see the separation between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Finish the evening with a guided Northern Lights tour.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hallgrimskirkja Church (1-2 hours, free)
  • Blue Lagoon (2-3 hours, ISK 6990-10990)
  • Marshall Restaurant (1-2 hours, ISK 20000-30000)
  • Reynisfjara Beach and Dyrhólaey Arch (1-2 hours, free)
  • Glacier hike or ice cave tour (3-4 hours, ISK 15000-25000)
  • Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon boat ride (1-2 hours, ISK 5900-9900)
  • Bridge Between Continents (1-2 hours, free)
  • Guided Northern Lights tour (3-4 hours, ISK 15000-25000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ISK 89690-123790
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