Northern Lights Classic Tour from Akureyri

by Imagine Iceland Travel · Northern lights · North Iceland

4.70· 59 Google reviews of the operator
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from €124.06 per person

Next departure: Thu 22 Oct

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Northern Lights Classic Tour from Akureyri — Imagine Iceland Travel
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  • Duration

    2 hours and 30 minutes

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    Sep – Apr

  • Starts in

    Akureyri

  • Pickup

    Hotel pickup included

  • Guide

    Guided in English

  • Departs

    21:30

  • Minimum age

    3

  • Cancellation

    Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 365 days of departure, rising to 50% within 2 days.

Meeting point, in Imagine Iceland Travel's words: null

About this experience

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town to the countryside away from the bright city lights so that the Northern Lights can be seen in all their beauty and colours. The local guide will share Icelandic tales during the journey and there is a chance to buy professional photos of your night. There is a free retry the next evening if no Northern Lights are seen (provided we a running a group tour the next day). We also include free pick and drop off from Hotels/Guesthouses in Akureyri.

Description from the operator, Imagine Iceland Travel. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Included

Guided Tour
Pick up and drop off
Free retry the next evening (If no Northern Lights are seen)
Hot chocolate and biscuits

Not included

Professionals photos of your night

Good to know

Very warm clothing

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Pick up starts from your selected pick up point 30 minutes before departure. Please be ready at your pick up point 30 minutes before departure. Thank you.
  • Additonal pick up points: No pick up - Meeting point: Hotel Kea, Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri 600 No pick up - Meeting Point: Old Town Akureyri, Brynja Ice Cream shop No pickup - Meeting point: Hof Cultural and Conference Centre Hotel Kea by Keahotels, Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri 600 Iceland Acco Hostel, Skipagata 2-4, Akureyri 600 Iceland Akureyri Backpackers, Hafnarstraeti 98, Akureyri 600 Iceland Akurinn, Brekkugata 27a, Akureyri 600 Iceland Akureyri Hostel HI, Storholt 1, Akureyri 603 Iceland Akureyri FP Guesthouse, Radhustorg 300, Akureyri 600 Iceland Akureyri Downtown Apartments, Nordurgata 43, Akureyri 600 Iceland Akureyri Central Rooms, Graenagata 2, Akureyri 600 Iceland Akureyri Central Luxury House, Thingvallastraeti 4, Akureyri 600 Iceland Amma Guesthouse, Skolastigur 5, Akureyri 600 Iceland Apotek Guesthouse, Hafnarstraeti 104, Akureyri 600 Iceland B91 Apartments Akureyri, Byggdavegur 91, Akureyri 600 Iceland Centrum Hostel, Hafnarstraeti 102, Akureyri 600 Iceland Centrum Apartment, Solvellir 5, Akureyri 600 Iceland FE Accommodation, Thingvallastraeti 2, Akureyri 600 Iceland G19 Boutique Apartments, Granufelagsgoetu 19, Akureyri 600 Iceland Guesthouse Akureyri, Skipagata 4, Akureyri 600 Iceland Gastehaus Akureyri, Hafnarstraeti 108, Akureyri 600 Iceland Gula Villan B&B, Brekkugata 8, Akureyri 600 Iceland H 81 Apartments, Hafnarstraeti 81, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hafdals Guesthouse, Stekkjarlaekur, Akureyri 601 Iceland Hafnarstraeti Hostel, Hafnarstraeti 99-101 2nd Floor, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hotel Akureyri, Hafnarstraeti 67, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hotel Akureyri Dynheimar, Hafnarstraeti 73, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hotel Edda Akureyri, Thorunnarstraeti, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hotel Ibudir, Geislagata 10, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hotel Kjarnalundur, Kjarnalundur, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hotel Nordurland by Keahotels, Geislagata 7, Akureyri 600 Iceland Hrafninn Guesthouse, Brekkugata 4, Akureyri 600 Iceland Ice Apartments Akureyri, Hafnarstraeti 106, Akureyri 600 Iceland Icelandair Hotel Akureyri, Thingvallastraeti 23, Akureyri 600 Iceland Lava Apartments, Glerargoetu 3b, Akureyri 600 Iceland Lonsa Guesthouse, Lonsa, Akureyri 601 Iceland Our Guesthouse, Hafnarstraeti 82, Akureyri 600 Iceland Saeluhus Hotel Akureyri, Sunnutroed 2, Akureyri 600 Iceland Solgardar Guesthouse, Brekkugata 6, Akureyri 600 Iceland Sulur Gistiheimili 1, Thorunnarstraeti 93, Akureyri 600 Iceland Torg Guesthouse, Brekkugata 1b, Akureyri 600 Iceland Town Square Apartments, Radhustorgi 3, Akureyri 600 Iceland 6 Ravens (6 Hrafnar) Guesthouse, Hrafnagilsstraeti, Akureyri 600 AK Apartments, Geislagata 12, Akureyri 600 Brekkusel Guesthousem, Byggðavegur 97, Akureyri 600 Briet Apartments Akureyri, Munkaþverárstræti, Akureyri 600 City Square Apartments, Brekkugata 3, Akureyri 600 Guesthouse Akureyri, Hafnarstræti 108, Akureyri 600 Gula Villan Guesthouse, Þingvallastræti 14, Akureyri 600 Halllandsnes Apartments, Halllandsnes, Akureyri 601 K16 Apartments, Kaupvangsstræti 16, Akureyri 600 Pearl of the North Apartments, Mödruvallastræti 5, Akureyri 600 Pearl of the North Apartments, Munkathverárstræti 33, Akureyri 600 Strandgata 11 Apartments, Standgata 11, Akureyri 600 Sulur Guesthouse, Klettastígur 6, Akureyri 600

Cancellation for this tour

Cancelling costs 10% of the price within 365 days of departure, rising to 50% within 2 days. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is a solid cloud forecast — most operators call it by late afternoon and let you rebook on a clearer night free of charge. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Imagine Iceland Travel decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until the cutoff shown above, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Why this one and not the cheaper one?

The nearest cheaper Akureyri Northern Light Tour from The Traveling Viking is €81 — €43 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.

Imagine Iceland Travel · €124The Traveling Viking · €81
Changing your mindNot statedFree until departure

On everything we can measure, the The Traveling Viking tour is the better buy. The €43 is not buying anything we can point to, so unless you want this operator in particular, take the cheaper one.

Who this is not for

  • Children under 3 cannot join this one.
  • Not available in summer; the operator runs it roughly September to April.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

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What travellers say about Imagine Iceland Travel

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Operator rating 4.7/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Audra Mcfarlane

    ★★★★★ · 8 months ago

    Amazing experience with Imagine Travel – unforgettable Iceland trip! We had an incredible experience with Imagine Travel during our trip to Iceland. We joined the Northern Lights tour as well as a day trip to Goðafoss, the lava fields, and Hverir – every place was absolutely breathtaking. Our guide, Ármann, was truly outstanding. He is extremely passionate about his work and has deep knowledge of Icelandic history, culture, and local stories. His storytelling made the journey even more special, and his sense of humour – especially the Viking jokes – made us laugh throughout the trip! He looked after everyone so well, always putting health and safety first, and making sure we felt comfortable and informed at all times. You can really feel how much he loves his country and enjoys sharing it with others. Icelandic culture is truly fascinating, and this experience made me fall in love with the country even more. I’m already looking forward to coming back in the summer to explore even more of this beautiful land. Highly recommend Imagine Travel and especially guide Ármann! ❄️🇮🇸

  • Meghan Thompson

    ★★★★★ · 8 months ago

    Had one of the best days of my life! We did a modified version of the Diamond Circle (as it was the shortest day of the year) and Armonn was incredible! He made sure we saw everything cool and just the right time... and it was so good, we booked to do their Northern Lights tour that night... And the sky danced for us! Thank you, Armonn!

  • Jedda Cath

    ★★★★★ · 2 years ago

    We had a great time on the Lake and waterfall tour thanks to our guide Daniel. He was absolutely awesome. Showed us the great sites and kept us entertained without being boring. Ask for Daniel the guide.

  • Vanda Clinton

    ★★★★★ · 9 months ago

    We had an unforgettable experience on the Northern Lights tour with Imagine Iceland Travel. Our guide (Norbert) was exceptional—knowledgeable, and genuinely eager to give everyone the best possible chance of seeing the aurora. He shared fascinating insights about the science behind the lights. History of Akureyri all while keeping the atmosphere fun and relaxed One thing I really appreciated was the company’s kind of “second chance” policy: if we didn’t see the Northern Lights on our tour, we were welcome to join again the next night for free. It took all the pressure off and made the whole experience feel even more guest-focused and fair. Norbert went above and beyond—constantly checking weather updates, adjusting our route, and finding the perfect viewing spot. His photography tips were incredibly helpful too, beyond all of this - in my undestanding - he is the only one who offers to take photo of you for free, no other company does this and thanks to him I came home with fantastic photos. Seeing the Northern Lights is magical, but having such a dedicated, friendly, and experienced guide made the night truly special. I’d recommend this tour—and Norbert—to anyone dreaming of a breathtaking Arctic adventure!

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

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Northern lights — questions people ask

When is the best time to see the northern lights in Iceland?

September to April, when the nights are dark enough. Within that, late September to March gives the longest dark hours, and the equinox months, September and March, often have active skies. There are no lights in June or July; the sky never gets dark. Anyone selling you a June lights tour is selling you a bus ride. Give yourself at least three nights, because clouds, not the aurora, are the usual reason people miss them.

Are the northern lights guaranteed on a tour?

No. Nobody can promise them, and we will not. Two things have to line up: a clear sky and solar activity. Guides check the cloud forecast at vedur.is and drive to gaps, which is the real value of a tour over standing outside your hotel. What most operators do promise is a free second attempt if the lights do not show. Check the exact retry policy on the tour page, because the number of retries and the validity period vary.

Is a northern lights bus tour or a boat tour better?

Bus, if you want the best odds. A minibus can drive an hour inland to find a clear patch; a boat stays in Faxaflói and sees whatever sky is over Reykjavík. Boats are shorter, about two hours, and pleasant with hot chocolate, and Reykjavik Sailors' cruise (/experience/6637/) includes a free retry. For a serious hunt, a small-group minibus like BusTravel's (/experience/150646/) or a 4x4 tour (/experience/1088067/) is the better bet.

Can I see the northern lights from Reykjavík itself?

Yes, on strong nights. The city is small and the sky over the sea to the north is fairly dark. Grótta lighthouse at the western tip and the Ægisíða shoreline are the usual spots, twenty minutes' walk from the centre. On average nights the street lights drown out a faint aurora, which is why tours drive out. If the forecast shows high activity and clear sky, walk to Grótta first and save the tour money.

Hotels

Where to stay for this tour

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