Northern Lights Tour by Bus

Summary

Dress warm, and get ready to hunt the northern lights. Listen to your expert guide as they explain the science behind the natural phenomenon as you drive deeper into the dark of the Icelandic night. The lights are at their most frequent in late autumn and winter/early spring. Between the autumn equinox and spring equinox (15 September – 15 April), However, the weather is also of importance, and September, October and November tend to be wet and snow-less in the north. From December the weather dries up, and there is normally plenty of snow. If you come in December or January, you experience the polar nights with atmospheric evenings and very short days. In February and March the days are longer and you see more of the snow-clad landscapes during daytime, and the evenings still offer maximum chances to spot the northern lights. Note: seeing the northern lights cannot be guaranteed. Some weeks, you are treated to fantastic displays, repeated several times during the evening. Other times, the snow falls densely, or the northern lights simply stay away. Naturally, the longer you stay and the more time you set aside, the better the odds.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

See the northern lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, on this unforgettable 3-hour tour from Reykjavik. Travel in a warm vehicle, accompanied by a guide, to an ideal spot outside of the city where you can see a magnificent display of light and colors.

What’s included?

  • All activities

  • Driver/guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Local guide

  • Snacks

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

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

Operated by:

Trips

About operator:

Trips is a fully licensed tour operator in Iceland. Our team consists of friendly and experienced drivers and guides who are as easygoing and flexible as they are dependable, with many years of experience their main focus is to give you a memorable experience. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon. Sightings cannot be guaranteed even if the tour is operated. If no northern lights are seen, another trip is offered for free! If you do not have the chance to reschedule the tour during your stay in Iceland we offer you a 2 year validity on your voucher and you can claim a free tour within those 2 years.

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