Northern Lights Tours
The Northern Lights - an unforgettable sight!
The Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) are a breathtakingly beautiful natural phenomenon. The best place to see the Northern Lights in Iceland is in the countryside, far away from city lights. We offer a selection of Northern Lights tours all around Iceland including accommodation, guided excursions and fun activities to compliment your Northern Lights hunt.
What are the Northern Lights and when can you see them?
In Iceland, the Northern Lights can typically be seen between September and March. They are caused by solar wind - electrically charged particles that the sun sends across the solar system. The particles interact with the Earth’s atmosphere, causing energy in the form of visible light. In Norse mythology, Northern Lights were believed to be the reflections of the shields of the Valkyries racing across the sky on their way to their resting place, Valhalla. Scientists predict that in 2013 the Northern Lights will be the brightest and most intense for 50 years. So now is an excellent time to book that Northern Lights break!
Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings can never be guaranteed. Chances of viewing them depend on favourable conditions – dark, clear night skies give the best chances.
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 | Duration: 5 days | 4 nights
Departures: Winter 15.09 - 15.04
Price from: 440 € per/pers
 | Combine a city break with the chance to experience the northern lights in the stunning landscapes of North Iceland. Explore the charming town of Akureyri, the fascinating Lake Mývatn area and, with luck, observe an unbelievable display of colour and light on an escorted northern lights evening tour.
Read more about the Mystery and Magic tour... |
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 | Duration: 5 days | 4 nights
Departures: Winter 15.09 - 15.04
Price from: 718 € per/pers
 | This tour is based at Heydalur, a country hotel in a beautiful valley in North West Iceland offering the perfect combination of outdoor activities and relaxation in a remote setting which maximises your chances of seeing the northern lights.
Read more about the Westfjords tour... |
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 | Duration: 3 days | 3 nights
Departures: Winter 15.09 -
15.04
Price from: 380 € per/pers
 | Search for the northern lights and explore the amazing attractions of South Iceland on this tour which combines a city experience, the beautiful Icelandic countryside with a stay at a romantic country hotel and a northern lights hunt.
Read more about the Charming countryside tour... |
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 | Duration: 3 days | 3 nights
Departures: Winter 15.09 -
15.04
Price from: 205 € per/pers
| Explore some of Iceland's most precious natural attractions, go horse riding, bathe in thermal pools and search for the magical northern lights on this short self-drive getaway along Iceland's stunning south coast.
Read more about the Northern lights search tour... |