Iceland Land of the Northern Lights 5 Days
A best-selling Iceland tour! This 5-day whirlwind adventure of Southern Iceland takes you from cool city streets to rugged mountains. From the inviting Blue Lagoon to erupting geysers. From thundering falls to the elusive Northern Lights. See the best Iceland has to offer in five days.
- Reykjavik - Explore Iceland's colourful capital, where every street bursts with cool Nordic style
- Hella - Spend two nights in Iceland's stunning countryside - the ideal spot for hunting the Northern Lights
- Blue Lagoon - Unwind and rejuvenate in the mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon
- Eyjafjallajökull - Visit where a roaring volcano hides beneath the glacial surface
- Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss - Marvel at Iceland's iconic waterfalls
- The Golden Circle - Experience a once-in-a-lifetime route, complete with geysers, Gullfoss falls, and Thingvellir National Park
- Reykjanes Peninsula - Travel to the remote edge of Iceland, home to hot springs, rugged hills and mountains, and rural villages
Itinerary
Day 1 - Reykjavik
Welcome to Iceland! Your adventure begins. Once you're transferred from the airport to your hotel via Flybus transfer, the rest of the day is yours to explore!
Overnight: Reykjavik
Day 2 - Heading to Hella & the Blue Lagoon
Reykjavik - Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon - Hella. Your morning starts with a tour of Reykjavik, Iceland's charming capital. From there, we'll head out of the city to the breathtaking Reykjanes Peninsula. Think quaint fishing villages, hot springs, and striking mountains. Now, we're headed for Hella, but not without a rejuvenating stop at the Blue Lagoon.
Don't worry, we'll reach our accommodation before darkness falls. And once it does, we'll head out to the garden and wait for the Northern Lights to appear.
Overnight: Hella | Breakfast
Day 3 - Grumbling glaciers and roaring falls
Hella - Eyjafjallajokull - Skogafoss - Black Lava Beach - Hella. Today is about the sheer force of nature's power - what makes Iceland, Iceland. The rumbling volcano of the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. The plunging Seljalandsfoss and thundering Skógafoss waterfalls. The stark black sand of the Reynisfjara lava beach. You'll see it all. Later, there's an optional hike on the shimmering Solheimajokull glacier, where you can take in the enchanting icy scenery.
We'll be back in Hella before it gets dark. It's your second chance to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights - keep your eyes peeled!
Overnight: Hella | Breakfast
Day 4 - Geysers and Gullfoss on the Golden Circle
Hella - Golden Circle - Reykjavik. This morning, we'll start the journey back to Reykjavik via the breath-taking Golden Circle. Along the way, you'll see bubbling hot springs and geysers at the Geysir geothermal greenhouse. Its famous Strokkur geyser erupts every 10 minutes - don't miss it!
Further inland, we'll pass the mighty Gullfoss waterfall and through the rugged Thingvellir National Park.
This once-in-a-lifetime drive ends in Reykjavik. Once you're checked in, your final evening is free for you to explore or join an optional evening cruise to spot the Northern Lights one final time.
Overnight: Simple hotel in Reykjavik | Breakfast
Day 5 - Reykjavik to home
And just like that, our tour comes to an end. Enjoy your final morning in Iceland however you wish, before your Flybus transfer to the airport. We're sure you'll be back soon.
Breakfast
includes:
- Standard: 4 nights in simple hotels and traditional cottages (As an upgrade: 4 nights in 3* hotels)
- 4 breakfasts
- Airport transfer on arrival and departure (Flybus transfer)
- Transportation in heated coaches, with free Wi-Fi
- Entrance into the Skogar Folk Museum and Turf Houses
- Entrance to a Northern Lights programme: two evenings of lectures, presentations, films, and guided searches for the Northern Lights. Midnight refreshments are also included here
- This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go. The sightseeing group may vary in size from 10 - 40 persons
- An English-speaking Icelandic guide
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon, with a towel provided
- Entrance into the Icelandic Horse Stables and Geothermal Greenhouse
- Use of winter and Northern lights explorer equipment: non-slip snow and ice gripper spikes for shoes and a flash light. This equipment is extremely helpful when walking in the taking photographs at night
In Brief:
- This tour departs on a Tuesdays & Thursday
- The group size is a minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 40 guests
- The Hotel Ratings are simple hotels and cottages
- This is tour is escorted by a tour guide
excludes:
- International Flights to Reykjavik
- Visas
- Health and Travel Insurance
- Gratuity for your tour guide
- Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture
- International Flights to Reykjavik
- Visas
- Health and Travel Insurance
- Gratuity for your tour guide
- Tipping your tour guide is an entirely personal gesture
categories:
- Adventure Tours
- Snow Holiday
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- Escorted & Guided Tours
- Cultural & Historical
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details:
- prices from:R 23678 pps
- flights:Not Included
- travel from:Tue, Nov 4, 2025
- to:Thu, Jan 29, 2026
- book before:Sat, Jun 7, 2025
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terms and conditions:
- The above package is subject to availability at time of reservation.
- Price is per person sharing.
- Prices are subject to change in accordance with currency fluctuations and increased airfares.
- The exact amount will be confirmed at time of booking.
- Advance purchase, peak or high season surcharges, block out periods and minimum stay conditions may apply.
- Price valid for dates as specified.
- When making a booking enquiry it is important that you are in possession of the correct documentation to travel i.e. visas, inoculation certificates etc.
- Group rates available on request.
- Please check that all names and surnames are spelt exactly as they appear in the relevant passports.
- Fares, where indicated, are based on low season rates.
about Reykjavik
Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It's home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history. The striking concrete Hallgrimskirkja church and rotating Perlan glass dome offer sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills. Exemplifying the island’s volcanic activity is the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa, near the village of Grindavik.