6-Day Stopover: Golden Circle & Northern Lights

Pickup Starts: 08:30

Starting from Reykjavik, the tour first visits Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its geological significance and historical importance as the site of Iceland's first parliament. Here, visitors can explore the dramatic rift valley where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet.

Next, the tour moves to the geothermal area in Haukadalur, home to the famous geysers, including Geysir and Strokkur. Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes, offers an exhilarating spectacle as it spouts boiling water up to 30 meters into the air.

The final major stop is the magnificent Gullfoss, or "Golden Falls," where visitors can marvel at the powerful glacial river plunging into a deep canyon, creating a stunning double waterfall. The beauty of Gullfoss is particularly striking, with rainbows often visible on sunny days.

In the evening, you’ll head out on a guided Northern Lights excursion.
Your local guide will choose the best available spot based on conditions, aiming to get you away from city light and into clearer skies. The tour is planned for your second night, with flexibility built in — if weather or visibility doesn’t cooperate, there’s room to try again on the following evenings.

Day Highlights

• Þingvellir National Park
• Walk between continents
• Geysir geothermal area
• Strokkur active eruption
• Gullfoss waterfall
• Northern Lights

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Pickup before tour starts
• Guided tour of the Golden Circle
• Guided Northern Lights Tour
• Dropoff at Reykjavík hotel or closest bus stop
• One-night accommodation

Note: The Golden Circle Tour operates on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Therefore, it may not always take place on day 2 of your trip — the exact day will depend on which weekday you book. This will also determine the order of any optional tours you choose to include in your itinerary.

Pickup Starts: 12:30

A morning visit to the famous Blue Lagoon. The Blue Lagoon is located in a sprawling, 800­-year­-old lava field in the heart of the Reykjanes Peninsula – a UNESCO Geopark. The spa site is on the National Geographic list of 25 wonders of the world, claiming it is a geothermal gift of nature.

The Lagoon is famous for its ethereal milky-blue waters. Remaining at 39°C all year round, the waters are rich in silica and minerals. Soak in the Lagoon, slather on a silica mud mask and enjoy the complimentary drink at the swim-up bar.

Day Highlights

• Blue Lagoon
• Drive through Reykjanes Peninsula

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Pickup before tour starts
• Transfer to and from Blue Lagoon
• Comfort Admission ticket to the lagoon
• Dropoff at Reykjavík hotel or closest bus stop
• One-night accommodation

Pickup Starts: 08:30

On this day, we will enjoy a ride along the south coast of Iceland. This coastal road offers views of glacier tongues, waterfalls, rugged hills, black sand beaches, and its famous volcanoes.

We travel to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, with a height of 60 m. You can walk behind the waterfall but dress well, as the water mist behind the waterfall can make you wet. Next, we admire the majestic Skógafoss Waterfall. It is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the country, 60 m high and 25 m wide. Due to the amount of spray the waterfall consistently produces, a single or double rainbow is usually visible on sunny days.

Next, we stop by the black sand beach at Reynisfjara to view the geological formation and the smashing waves. Be careful not to step too close as the waves can be dangerous. Before heading back to Reykjavík, we visit Vík í Mýrdal, a seafront village that sits in the shadow of Mýrdalsjökull glacier, which covers the Katla volcano.

Day Highlights

• Seljalandsfoss
• Skógafoss waterfall
• Reynisfjara black sand beach
• Reynisdrangar sea stacks
• Vík í Mýrdal town

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Pickup at hotel or closest bus stop
• Guided tour of Iceland's South Shore
• Access included to all sights
• Dropoff at hotel or closest bus stop
• One-night accommodation

Round off your Icelandic experience with the Reykjavík Food Tour — a fun and flavorful walking tour through the heart of the city. Taste traditional Icelandic dishes like lamb soup, skyr, and even fermented shark, alongside local delicacies at carefully chosen eateries. This optional tour offers a perfect blend of culture, storytelling, and culinary adventure.

Day Highlights

• Stroll around the city's downtown 
• Sampling the tastes of Reyjavík

Included

• Hotel breakfast
• Guided Reykjavík Food Tour 
• One-night accommodation

On your final day in Iceland enjoy the last moments in Reykjavík and don't forget to enjoy your final complementary breakfast at the hotel before checking out.

Once it's time to head to the airport you can travel independently from your hotel, or with an optional transfer offered by us.

*prices of optional services, including convenient airport transfer, are shown in the next step of the booking process.

Day Highlights

• Reykjavík, explore on your own

Included

• Hotel breakfast

Iceland’s weather is famously unpredictable, so packing smart is key to making the most of your day, whatever the conditions.

Here are a few essentials to bring along:

• Remember to bring a bathing suit if opting for the Blue Lagoon.
• Warm layers – It’s often colder inland than in Reykjavík.
• Waterproof clothing – Sudden rain showers are common and important for your walk behind Seljalandsfoss if you're joining us on the south shore tour.
• Snacks and Drinks – Your guide will also stop at places where you can buy refreshments, apart from the Blue Lagoon tour where you can go the in-house restaurants or café.
• Fully charged phone and camera – Even at the Blue Lagoon you can bring your phone into the lagoon.
• Waterproof case for phone and/or camera.
• Hiking boots – Sturdy footwear is a must for rugged terrain.

As you're visiting in winter, we also recommend thermal layers, warm socks, and crampons, as trails can become icy.

Pickup Time:
Pickup starts 30 minutes before your scheduled departure times. Please ensure you are ready at your designated pickup point as you might be the first pickup of the day.

Pickup Locations:
Due to traffic restrictions in Reykjavík’s city center, we may not be able to pick you up directly from your accommodation. If so, our convenient booking system will automatically assign the nearest available pickup location for you. Usually located within 5 min walk from your accommodation.

Vehicle Identification:
All Snæland Travel vehicles are easy to spot, featuring our company logo and a window sign displaying the tour name.

Food and Drinks:
While there are stops along the route on the Golden Circle and South Shore tour where food and drinks can be purchased, we recommend bringing your own water and some snacks to keep you refreshed throughout the day. On the day of the Blue Lagoon tour you can visit the on site restaurants or café.