2026 Northern Lights Quest of Iceland - 6 Days/5 Nights
Day 1: Reykjavík Arrival & City Tour
Your tour departs from your hotel at 2:00 PM for a panoramic tour of Reykjavík, to see the capital city’s charming architecture and beautiful, brightly colored rooftops. See the striking Hallsgrimskirkja church and the Harpa concert hall. Return to your hotel for a welcome drink and canapés with your group, followed by free time for independent dining.
Day 2: Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Friðheimar Tomato Farm
Begin your journey on the famed Golden Circle, starting with the spectacular Þingvellir National Park, a meeting place of old Icelandic clans. It is also where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet above ground. Journey to the Secret Lagoon: small and intimate, it’s where savvy travelers go to enjoy the Icelandic spa experience. Don’t forget your swimsuit! Enjoy lunch in the greenhouse of Friðheimar Tomato Farm. Then it’s on to the Strokkur geyser, which erupts every 10 minutes. Stop at Gullfoss Waterfall, one of the most photographed spots in Iceland. Later, dine with your group at your hotel located at the foot of Hekla volcano. After dark, you might stroll outside to watch the Northern Lights.
(B, L, D)
Day 3: LAVA Center, Skógafoss Waterfall, Skógar Folk Museum & Black Sand Beach
Visit the LAVA Center to learn about Iceland’s volcanoes, and how their eruptions and lava flows have shaped the country over time. Visit the nearby Skógafoss Waterfall, where on sunny days a double rainbow is often visible. Then tour Skógar Folk Museum to explore Iceland’s cultural heritage and learn about the lives of Iceland’s early settlers through an array of tools, books, and handicrafts. Discover Reynisfjara’s black sand beach and rock formations along with the legends of its history. Dine at your hotel tonight.
(B, D)
Day 4: Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Diamond Beach & Skaftafell Wilderness Area
Visit the Skaftafell Wilderness Area and see glaciers, waterfalls, a snow-capped volcano and lava fields. Take in the expansive view during lunch at the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon. Visit the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, where bright blue and white icebergs dot the waters. At nearby Diamond Beach, marvel at glistening natural ice sculptures on the black sands. Dine on your own at your countryside hotel this evening – and take some time away from the city lights to gaze at the skies, seeking the ethereal beauty of the Northern Lights.
(B, L)
Day 5: Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Reykjavík & The Blue Lagoon
Journey to the beautiful Seljalandsfoss Waterfall where, weather permitting, the sure-footed can walk the trail that takes you behind the 60-meter falls. Travel back to Reykjavík and spend the afternoon independently exploring the city. In the evening, visit the Blue Lagoon, a geothermal spa in a man-made lake surrounded by lava fields. Soak in the heated waters and enjoy another chance for aurora-spotting before a farewell dinner of locally sourced Icelandic specialties.
(B, D)
Day 6: Tour Ends in Reykjavík
Your tour ends after breakfast.
(B)
B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Take a relaxing soak in the serene warm waters of the historic and intimate Secret Lagoon. It’s beloved by locals for its natural ambiance and scenic surroundings.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
Dining Experiences:
- 5 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 3 dinners (D)
Trip Highlights:
- Blue Lagoon Spa Experience and Dinner
- Diamond Beach
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skógafoss Waterfall
- Skógar Folk Museum
- Strokkur Geyser
- Þingvellir National Park
Hotels:
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
- Stracta Hotel Mosfell, Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Núpar, Kálfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Take a relaxing soak in the serene warm waters of the historic and intimate Secret Lagoon. It’s beloved by locals for its natural ambiance and scenic surroundings.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
Dining Experiences:
- 5 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 3 dinners (D)
Trip Highlights:
- Blue Lagoon Spa Experience and Dinner
- Diamond Beach
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skógafoss Waterfall
- Skógar Folk Museum
- Strokkur Geyser
- Þingvellir National Park
Hotels:
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
- Stracta Hotel Mosfell, Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Núpar, Kálfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Take a relaxing soak in the serene warm waters of the historic and intimate Secret Lagoon. It’s beloved by locals for its natural ambiance and scenic surroundings.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
Dining Experiences:
- 5 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 3 dinners (D)
Trip Highlights:
- Blue Lagoon Spa Experience and Dinner
- Diamond Beach
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skógafoss Waterfall
- Skógar Folk Museum
- Strokkur Geyser
- Þingvellir National Park
Hotels:
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
- Stracta Hotel Mosfell, Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Núpar, Kálfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Take a relaxing soak in the serene warm waters of the historic and intimate Secret Lagoon. It’s beloved by locals for its natural ambiance and scenic surroundings.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
Dining Experiences:
- 5 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 3 dinners (D)
Trip Highlights:
- Blue Lagoon Spa Experience and Dinner
- Diamond Beach
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skógafoss Waterfall
- Skógar Folk Museum
- Strokkur Geyser
- Þingvellir National Park
Hotels:
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
- Stracta Hotel Mosfell, Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Núpar, Kálfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Take a relaxing soak in the serene warm waters of the historic and intimate Secret Lagoon. It’s beloved by locals for its natural ambiance and scenic surroundings.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
Dining Experiences:
- 5 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 3 dinners (D)
Trip Highlights:
- Blue Lagoon Spa Experience and Dinner
- Diamond Beach
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skógafoss Waterfall
- Skógar Folk Museum
- Strokkur Geyser
- Þingvellir National Park
Hotels:
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
- Stracta Hotel Mosfell, Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Núpar, Kálfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
Authentic Local Experiences:
- Take a relaxing soak in the serene warm waters of the historic and intimate Secret Lagoon. It’s beloved by locals for its natural ambiance and scenic surroundings.
- See the striking, unique beauty of the iceberg-filled Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and the glistening ice that covers the sand of nearby Diamond Beach.
Dining Experiences:
- 5 hot breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 3 dinners (D)
Trip Highlights:
- Blue Lagoon Spa Experience and Dinner
- Diamond Beach
- Friðheimar Tomato Farm Lunch
- Golden Circle
- Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
- LAVA Center
- Secret Lagoon
- Skógafoss Waterfall
- Skógar Folk Museum
- Strokkur Geyser
- Þingvellir National Park
Hotels:
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)
- Stracta Hotel Mosfell, Hella (1)
- Fosshotel Núpar, Kálfafell (2)
- Fosshotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík (1)