Iceland Northern Lights

Travelling to Iceland between the months of September and mid-April offers the possibility of witnessing the northern lights and we offer several specialist itineraries created for those with a keen interest in doing so. Also known as the aurora borealis, to be lucky enough to see the winter skies alight with curious green and yellow streaks dancing overhead, is unforgettable.

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Northern Lights Holidays in Iceland

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  • Northern Lights Special
    Northern Lights Special
    3 nights | October - March
    This hugely popular escorted break takes in Iceland’s picturesque southwest and provides excellent opportunities for seeing the northern lights combined with wonderful sightseeing - explore the famous Golden Circle with it waterfalls and geysers and bathe in the natural... from £540
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  • Northern Lights and Blue Lagoon
    Northern Lights and Blue Lagoon
    3 nights | Sep-Mar (excl 14-26 Dec)
    The delightful Northern Light Inn sits on the volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula just a 20 minute drive from the airport. Relax and unwind by day in the surreal Blue Lagoon spa, just a lava rock's throw from the hotel, and if the northern lights make an appearance, watch them... from £199
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  • Northern Lights at Glymur
    Northern Lights at Glymur
    3 nights | Sept - Apr
    This winter self-drive is based at Hotel Glymur in West Iceland, just a 45-minute drive from Reykjavik. One of the country's few boutique properties, it is a great place from which to view the aurora borealis due to its remote location away from light pollution. The pro... from £325
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  • Akureyri - Arctic City Break
    Akureyri - Arctic City Break
    3 nights | October-April
    Enjoy a winter break with a difference and head north to Iceland’s second city, Akureyri, beautifully situated on the shores of Eyjafjordur just below the Arctic Circle. This small, but charming city is a genuine alternative to Reykjavik boasting a good selection of res... from £365
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  • Killer Whales and Golden Circle Weekend
    Killer Whales and Golden Circle Weekend
    3 nights | January to March
    This NEW winter break packs a lot of punch into one exciting weekend! Staying at the charming Hotel Glymur on picturesque Hvalfjordur, enjoy a whale watching trip in search of orca, take a tour of the other-worldly Snaefellsnes Peninsula and explore the famed Golden Cir... from £669
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  • Killer Whales and Northern Lights Weekend
    Killer Whales and Northern Lights Weekend
    3 nights | Jan-Mar
    This short break is based in the charming village of Grundarfjordur on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, where during winter, killer whales come into the bay to feed on herring. Aimed at the independent traveller, stay in comfortable Guesthouse Grundarfjordur and combine a wh... from £339
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  • Aurora Nights Self Drive
    Aurora Nights Self Drive
    3 nights | September to April
    This is one of our most popular winter self-drives. We aim to maximise your chances of an aurora sighting by basing you at either the remotely located and very special Hotel Ranga or the new Hotel ION near Thingvellir National Park. With the freedom to explore as you pl... from £349
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  • Aurora Retreat Self Drive
    Aurora Retreat Self Drive
    4 nights | November to March
    Enjoy a relaxing self-drive winter getaway on Iceland's picturesque Snaefellsnes Peninsula staying at the charming Hotel Budir. Located in view of the stunning Snaefellsjokull glacier and with amazing sea views, this is the perfect place to unwind and explore this beaut... from £549
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  • Volcanoes and Northern Lights
    Volcanoes and Northern Lights
    4 nights | October - March
    This escorted short break focuses on two of Iceland’s most fascinating natural features – the mesmerising northern lights and its other-worldly volcanic landscape. Staying in the heart of the Icelandic countryside immerse yourself in volcanic curiosities, take a trip al... from £709
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  • Killer Whales and Northern Lights
    Killer Whales and Northern Lights
    4 nights | January to March
    This exciting and exclusive short break is based on Iceland's stunning Snaefellsnes Peninsula in the town of Grundarfjordur, where whales can be seen from shore. Head out on boat trips for close-up encounters with the large groups of orca that frequent the bay and spend... from £856
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  • Aurora Superjeep Challenge
    Aurora Superjeep Challenge
    5 nights | 20 Jan and 10 Feb
    Superjeeps are unmistakably Icelandic. On this itinerary, accompanied by a professional guide, you'll get to drive through the rugged and challenging terrain of Iceland's spectacular Highlands. Based at a remote rural hotel, perfectly situated for northern lights sighti... from £1,672
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  • Northern Lights Special featuring New Year Dinner Cruise
    Northern Lights Special featuring New Year Dinner Cruise
    5 nights | 29 December 2013
    Take an unforgettable New Year's break in Iceland. Combine a stay in the beautiful southern countryside with time in Reykjavik featuring a special New Year dinner cruise allowing you to enjoy the city's stunning firework display from off-shore. Spend time exploring this... from £780
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  • West Fjords Winter Adventure
    West Fjords Winter Adventure
    6 nights | October to 20 April
    A truly unique tour to the wild and majestic West Fjords in wintertime. See this special area at its most raw and arguably beautiful; this is one of the best places in Iceland to see the northern lights, thanks to its remote location. from £1,195
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  • Killer Whales and Northern Lights at New Year
    Killer Whales and Northern Lights at New Year
    6 nights | 30 December 2013
    This new and exclusive semi-escorted New Year getaway combines two of Iceland's most popular areas, the lively city of Reykjavik and the orca watching paradise of Grundarfjordur on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. With free time in the capital, a New Year dinner cruise, two ... from £979
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  • New Year in Reykjavik and Aurora Nights
    New Year in Reykjavik and Aurora Nights
    6 nights | 30 December 2013
    Celebrate the arrival of 2014 as an amazing night of fireworks lights up Iceland's capital, before exploring the beautiful south coast and staying in the rural and rugged south west of the country; thanks to its remote location, this is a brilliant place from which to w... from £659
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  • Northern Lights Winter Camp
    Northern Lights Winter Camp
    7 nights | March - April 2013
    Head into the wild on this Icelandic winter adventure, which takes you from the cultural centre of Reykjavik to explore the isolated beauty of the West Fjords on skis. Suitable for beginners, take to the trails of this rugged region sitting just below the Arctic Circle ... from £820
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  • Icehotel & Iceland
    Icehotel & Iceland
    7 nights | December - March
    This fantastic winter break combines fire and ice! Discover Reykjavik and some of Iceland's amazing natural wonders; visit vibrant Stockholm and spend time in beautiful Swedish Lapland at the Icehotel. With a huge choice of optional activities available throughout, this... from £1,680
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I just thought I'd drop you a line to say how much we enjoyed our stay in Iceland. The hotels were all great, the staff helpful, and we saw the Northern lights twice!!

Cliff Stewart, Tailormade self-drive
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