Northern Lights over Vestrahorn Mountain in Stokksnes, Southeast Iceland.
People bathing in the Blue Lagoon surrounded by snow at sunset
People viewing the frozen Gullfoss waterfall in Iceland during winter
Two people looking at Geyser Strokkur in Iceland.
Two people on snowy Reynisfjara beach with sea stacks in the background
jökulsarlon, sydkusten, island
Northern lights over snowy lava fields near Hverfjall, Mývatn
Snowy Reykjavík with city lights and Mount Esja in the background

Iceland full circle with Northern Lights

7-8 Nights from $1,495

October - April
7-8 Nights
from $1,495

01Oct-01Apr-1495 USD


Winter trip

This winter trip follows Iceland’s Ring Road (Route 1), with chances to see the Northern Lights from early afternoon. The drive takes you through ever-changing winter landscapes, past glaciers and waterfalls, along the coast, and through remote fjords. A unique way to experience Iceland in winter.

Departures 2025-26: October-April; daily or weekly

Direct flights from Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), Minneapolis (MSP), New York, (JFK), Orlando (MCO), Seattle (SEA) and Washington DC (WAS). Connecting flights from other airports in the USA is also available.

Please note: On this vacation we cannot guarantee that you will see the aurora. While driving around Iceland there is a lot less light pollution which enables you to see the lights in a different way with the best time of the year to see the Aurora being between late august to mid-april.

Aurora visibility is often dependent on cloudiness so if you want to be on your toes and know when to keep an eye out, check out the Icelandic Aurora forecast.


Total driving distance: 1155 miles (30-210 miles/day)

Package includes

package includes:

Round trip tickets to Iceland including taxes and luggage
7-8 nights’ accommodation with breakfast
7-8 days rental 4WD car with unlimited mileage and CDW insurance
Itinerary with must-see stops and travel tips (PDF)
Support from Iceland travel specialists before and during your trip
Access to a local helpline during your stay in Iceland
Protected under Sweden’s statutory travel regulations

add ons:

Choose a different rental 4WD car (standard: Suzuki Jimny 4WD or similar)
Add entry to the Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon

Our prices:

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.
We offer the lowest available rates on flights, hotels, and rental cars. Prices vary, so try different dates for the best deal.

Payment:

24-hour money-back guarantee.
A 20% deposit is required at booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days before departure.
A small fee applies when picking up the rental car at Keflavik Airport, payable at the time of pickup.

Map

package highlights:

Black lava beaches at Reynisfjara!
The glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón!
Mývatn and Husavík!

Day description

Day Dep.

Flying to Iceland from the US

How your flight affects your trip *

If your package includes flights: Your trip starts the night before Day 1. You’ll fly out at night and arrive in Iceland the next morning (local time). When booking, the system will show one extra night because of the overnight flight.

If you're booking your own flights: Make sure your flight arrives in Iceland on Day 1 of your trip.

Day Day 1

Arrival and the Blue Lagoon

People bathing in the Blue Lagoon surrounded by snow at sunset

You arrive at Keflavík airport where you can pick up your rental car. Kick off your Iceland vacation by taking a dip in the world famous Blue Lagoon straight from the airport (must be booked in advance). The Lagoon is like a crystal blue oasis in the midst of barren lava landscapes on the way from the airport to Reykjavík. Enjoy the warm (91–102°F) and mineral rich water in the outdoor pool, or make use of the geothermic indoor pool, sauna and restaurant as well.

Empowered from bathing in the healing waters of the Blue Lagoon, make your way to your hotel in Reykjavík for your first night in Iceland. Explore the capital city of Reykjavík for the rest of the day and into evening.

Day Day 2

The Golden Circle and Vik

People viewing the frozen Gullfoss waterfall in Iceland during winter

Today is the day for visiting some of Iceland’s most famous and interesting attractions. First stop is UNESCO World Heritage site Thingvellir National Park, where both the history and the geology are fascinating.

Continue on to the famous geothermic area of Geysir, where Strokkur, Iceland’s most active geyser, spurts its majestic column of water into the sky every 5-7 minutes. Close to Thingvellir national park is the majestic Gullfoss waterfall, ”The Golden Waterfall”, by many regarded the most beautiful in Iceland.

Travel south and along the Southern coast until you get to the waterfalls Seljalandfoss and Skógarfoss, two stops not to be missed. At Seljalandsfoss, you can admire the waterfall from the front — please note that walking behind it is not recommended during winter due to icy and slippery conditions. At Skógar, you’ll also find a museum offering interesting insights into Icelandic history and culture. Drive on towards the town of Vik for your overnight stay in the area of Skogar/Vik.

Day Day 3

Vík - Höfn

jökulsarlon, south coast, iceland

From Vik you drive over the Mýrdalssandur plain and pass the lave field Eldhraun. Continue you journey over the magnificent river delta Skeidarársandur, where you get an excellent view of Europe’s larger glacier Vatnajökull. You can see the results of volcanic outbreaks beneath Vatnajökull, creating glacial rivers that have taken everything in their path with them.

Make a stop at the glacial lagoon Jökulsárlón at the foot of the glacier. Icebergs released from the glacier float in the lagoon, creating an almost magical atmosphere. Continue onto to Höfn for your overnight stay.

Day Day 4

Höfn - Egilsstaðir

hvalnes, island

The journey continues north along the Eastern fjords, passing fishing villages and steep mountainsides along the way. Drive through the Almannaskarð pass to the towns Djúpivogur and Breiðdalsvík.

When you get to Stöðvarfjörður you can visit a well-known and interesting exhibition of rocks assembled by one lady during her lifetime in Iceland. Overnight stay in the Egilsstaðir area.

Day Day 5

Egilsstaðir - Mývatn

dettifoss, iceland

Drive through the desert-like highlands of Möðrudalur in the morning to reach Iceland’s most powerful waterfall Dettifoss, with a fall height of 144 feet. Continue on to Ásbyrgi, an escarpment shaped as a horseshoe, believed to be the hoof print of Odin’s house Sleipner. From there you drive along the beautiful coastal roads on the Tjörnes peninsula until you reach the charming fishing village of Húsavík, where you stay overnight in the area of Húsavík/Mývatn.

Day Day 6

Myvatn - Varmahlíð

Northern lights over snowy lava fields near Hverfjall, Mývatn

Spend the day in the nature reserve surrounding Mývatn Lake, one of Iceland’s most fascinating areas. Fantastical volcanic rock formations, geothermic activity and the lake itself with its varying surrounding flora and fauna await you.

Options here include visiting the twisted lava formations of Dimmuborgir, exploring the volcanic craters of Skútustaðir, or visiting the volcano itself, Krafla, which had an outbreak as late as 1984.

There is also an outdoor natural lagoon reminiscent of the famous Blue Lagoon in the area, well worth a visit to relax after the active day. From Mývatn drive north to Varmahlíð, passing the Goðafoss waterfall and Akureyri, Iceland’s second largest city. Overnight stay in the area around Varmahlíð.

Day Day 7

Varmahlíð - Reykjavik

Snowy Reykjavík with city lights and Mount Esja in the background

Continue along road no 1 over the Holtavörðurheiði pass towards the south west of Iceland and Reykjavík. In Borgafjörður you pass the beautiful Hraunfossar waterfall, and then drive through Reykholt where the Norse author Snorre Sturlasson lived and worked. Iceland’s largest hot spring Deildartunguhver is also located in Reykholt.

On the last stretch towards Reykjavík you can choose between to routes. Either drive through the tunnel Hvalfjörður, or along the fjord by the same way. In Hvalfjörður (The Whale fjord) there was an important American marine base during the Second World War.

Once settled in Reykjavík you can stroll around and enjoy great restaurants, cafes and shops. For the culturally inclined there are several excellent museums. If you wish to make a night of it, spend the evening in a welcoming bar, pub or strutting your stuff on a dance floor. Overnight stay in Reykjavík.

Day Day 8

Return home

Return flights either early in the morning or in the afternoon. Drive from Reykjavík to Keflavík airport (approx. 45 mins) and leave the car there in connection with your return flight.

Rental cars

HL
Doors
Persons
Luggage
Transmission
Dacia Duster 4WD
Dacia Duster 4WD
highland: No
5 doors
4 persons
4 luggage
Automatic/Manual transmission
Hyundai iX35 4WD
Hyundai iX35 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
5 persons
3 luggage
Automatic transmission
Kia Sorrento 4WD
Kia Sorrento 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
5 persons
5 luggage
Automatic transmission
Land Rover 4WD
Land Rover 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
7 persons
luggage
Manual transmission
Nissan Pathfinder 4WD
Nissan Pathfinder 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
5 persons
5 luggage
Automatic transmission
Nissan X-trail 4WD
Nissan X-trail 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
4 persons
4 luggage
Automatic/Manual transmission
Suzuki Grand Vitara 4WD
Suzuki Grand Vitara 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
5 persons
3 luggage
Manual transmission
Suzuki Jimny 4WD
Suzuki Jimny 4WD
highland: Yes
3 doors
4 persons
1 luggage
Manual transmission
Suzuki Swift 4WD
Suzuki Swift 4WD
highland: No
5 doors
4 persons
2 luggage
Automatic/Manual transmission
Toyota Landcruiser 4WD
Toyota Landcruiser 4WD
highland: Yes
5 doors
5 persons
4 luggage
Automatic transmission

 Accommodation standards

Accommodation – This package includes hotel rooms/high standard guest houses with a private bathroom/WC.

Comfort

With

Our Comfort category offers charming rooms in country hotels, guesthouses, or farmhouses, all with private bathrooms. These accommodations provide the perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring Iceland and to recharge before another day of sightseeing. Each morning, enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, included with every night’s stay.

Examples: Hótel Klettur, Hótel Dyrhóley, Hótel Hallormsstaður.

We help you with your trip

Staff

Diana Pajkic

Sales Manager [email protected] +1 833 521 4324
Staff

Jenny Hartwich

Sales Agent [email protected] +1 833 521 4324