Iceland and the Northern Lights

Search for the ethereal Northern Lights on this unique, 8-night land journey designed to immerse you in one of nature’s most incredible displays. Set off to explore this Nordic nation, from cosmopolitan Reykjavík to the picturesque harbor town of Siglufjörður and beyond. By day, immerse yourself in the rustic splendor of this “land of fire and ice.” By night, enjoy guided excursions to chase the aurora borealis dancing across the sky. See Iceland’s “Big Three” wonders, known as the Golden Circle — the UNESCO World Heritage site of Þingvellir National Park; the “Golden Waterfall” of Gullfoss; and Strokkur, an active geyser. Gaze at gurgling sulfur pools and step back in time in the Glaumbær turf house and Herring Era Museum. Visit a family-run tomato greenhouse, meet unique Icelandic horses and sink into the warm, soothing waters of the thermal Blue Lagoon. These outstanding itinerary features authentic farm-to-table experiences, local cuisine tastings, museum visits and local expert enrichment. Accommodations are at the elegant Hótel Borg in Reykjavík and the Siglo Hótel in Siglufjörður. 

Event Itinerary

Day 1: Depart Home City 

Day 2: Reykjavík, Iceland 

Day 3: Reykjavík 

Day 4: Golden Circle 

Day 5: Siglufjörður 

Day 6: Hauganes | Siglufjörður  

Day 7: Lake Mývatn | Námaskarð | Goðafoss 

Day 8: Reykjavík 

Day 9: Reykjavík | Return to Home City 

Highlights: 

• Journey to Iceland and enjoy stays at landmark hotels: 4 nights at Hótel Borg in Reykjavík  
  and 3 nights at Siglo Hotel in Siglufjörður.
• Specially arranged excursions in search of the otherworldly beauty of the naturally occurring aurora borealis, more commonly known as the Northern Lights.
• Join featured guest speakers Elín Björk Jónasdóttir and Sævar Helgi Bragason to gain insights into Iceland's fascinating history, geography and climate.
• Discover Iceland’s first permanent settlement in Reykjavík, which is today the most northern national capital city in the world. 
• Explore the wondrous Golden Circle, including the UNESCO World Heritage site of Þingvellir National Park; the two-tiered “Golden Waterfall” of Gullfoss; and Strokkur, an active geyser.
• Included meals | 1 reception, 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 1 dinner.