Northern Lights Tour from Reykjavik

Highlights

  • Your guide takes you to the best places to spot the elusive phenomenon 

  • If you don‘t see any lights, you can join a later tour free of charge

  • Seasonal tour available from September to mid-April

Summary

Start your evening northern lights adventure with a pickup from central Reykjavik. Drive out of the city, heading toward clearer skies and some of the best spots from which to see the northern lights. Your guide explains why the aurora occurs, and the science behind the variations in its brightness and color. Head to locations where you are most likely to spot the lights based on the weather and “Aurora forecast.” Follow the lights, admire them, and take pictures if you’ve brought a camera. If you don‘t see any, book the tour again free of charge on another night Journey back to Reykjavik, where the tour ends.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

Many travelers want to see the northern lights in Iceland, but without a guide, it can be hard to know where to spot them. On this evening tour from Reykjavik, your driver and guide take you to the best spots to view the northern lights. If you don’t spot them, rebook the tour for another night free of charge.

What’s included?

  • Bus Fare

  • Professional Local Guidance

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

  • Pickup from hotels

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Reykjavik Excursions

About operator:

Reykjavik Excursions is the leading organizer of guided coach and bus tours in Iceland. A fully licensed tour operator and travel agent that offers day trips and guided tours, traveling all over the country since 1968. Our buses offer free wireless internet allowing you to share your experience right away.

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