3-Day Northern Lights Hunt & Glacier Lagoon Tour
by Snaeland Travel · Northern lights · Ice caves · Lagoons & spas · Vatnajökull & Jökulsárlón
- Beginners welcome
- Fine on your own
- Suits older travellers
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Duration
3 days
Difficulty
Very easy
Season
Sep – Apr
Starts in
Reykjavík
Meeting
Hotel pickup available
Languages
EN, IS
Departs
09:00
Cancellation
Free until 999 days before
About this experience
This three-day winter tour takes you through some of Iceland’s most iconic landscapes, combining famous natural attractions with excellent chances to see the Northern Lights. Travel the Golden Circle to visit Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall, then continue along the South Coast to Reynisfjara Black Beach, Skógafoss, Seljalandsfoss and the spectacular Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon.
You will also visit Friðheimar Geothermal Farm, where tomatoes are grown year-round using sustainable energy. Two nights’ accommodation in the countryside are included, giving you a good spot for evening aurora viewing. Blue Lagoon admission is available as an optional extra, along with an optional blue ice cave experience on Vatnajökull Glacier.
Why choose this tour with Snæland Travel?
- Snæland Travel, established in 1945, is a pioneer in Icelandic tourism with decades of expertise in creating exceptional travel experiences and unforgettable tours.
- Professional, highly skilled drivers experienced in navigating Iceland's unique road conditions, and expert local guidance with in-depth knowledge of the country’s culture, history, and natural wonders.
- Avoid the hassle of large tour groups – this is a small group tour, with a maximum of 25 participants, ensuring a more personalised and intimate experience.
- Travel in a spacious, full-sized coach, ensuring greater comfort and personal space for every passenger. Unlike operators using smaller buses, there are no restrictions on luggage allowance.
Tour Highlights
- Two night’s accommodation in an Icelandic country hotel, including breakfast and a private bathroom.
- Northern Lights sightings, weather permitting.
- Wander through UNESCO-listed Þingvellir National Park
- Experience the raw power of Geysir and admire Gullfoss waterfall cascading into the Hvítá canyon.
- Marvel at Jökulsárlón’ s serene icebergs and stroll along Diamond Beach’s black sand with glittering ice fragments
- Explore Skaftafell’ s stunning glaciers, waterfalls, and lush landscapes.
- Stand behind Seljalandsfoss and be awed by Skógafoss’ s thundering cascade and frequent rainbows.
- Walk along Reynisfjara’ s black sand shores, with striking basalt columns and powerful waves.
- Visit the charming village of Vík, nestled between cliffs and sea.
- Explore Friðheimar Farm’s sustainable greenhouse and learn about tomato cultivation.
- Option to relax in the soothing, mineral-rich waters of the Blue Lagoon
- Experience a Blue Ice Cave on Vatnajökull Glacier as an optional extra
- Capture amazing photo opportunities throughout the journey.
Description from the operator, Snaeland Travel. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Where you go
- The Golden Circle
- Day 2: White Glaciers, Black Sands & Tranquil Lagoons
- Day 3: Volcanos, Waterfalls and the Blue Lagoon
Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or a nearby bus stop
- Small group tour in spacious vehicle with no restrictions on luggage allowance
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Expert guidance from a professional local guide
- Accommodation in Vík area with private bathroom for 2 nights
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit the greenhouse at Friðheimar Geothermal Farm
Not included
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation in Reykjavík
- Blue Lagoon admission (optional at extra price)
- Blue Ice Cave Experience (optional at extra price)
- Meals other than breakfast at hotels
Good to know
- Warm clothes suited to rainy or cold weather, hat and gloves
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Refreshments
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until 999 days before departure, then 50% of the price within 56 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.
- 1Snaeland 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.
- 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.
- 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 999 days before departure, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Who this is not for
- Not for last-minute planners — free cancellation ends 999 days before, longer than most tours here.
- 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
Snaeland Travel is one of 154 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Snaeland Travel
Read all 86 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.7/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 5 months ago
Had an amazing 7 day tour with these guys and everything was absolutely amazing ! Anna Maria was a spectacular tour guide , we were so lucky to have her ! Our driver Christian was also perfect and the honesty make a perfect duet ! Can't wait to visit again !
★★★★★ · a month ago
I had an excellent experience with our tour guide and driver, ASGEIR, during our trip to Iceland. He was professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable about the country's history, culture, and breathtaking natural attractions. ASGEIR made the journey enjoyable by sharing interesting stories and local insights throughout the tour. He was patient, friendly, and always ensured we were comfortable and had enough time to enjoy each stop. His driving was safe and smooth, even in challenging weather conditions, which made us feel secure throughout the trip. Thanks to ASGEIR, our visit to Iceland was not only beautiful but also truly memorable.
★★★★★ · a month ago
Amazing guide, Christian, who was so knowledgeable and professional. He showed us different parts of this magnificiant country. A BIG thank you to Snaeland Travel for this full loop that had EVERYTHING we needed to see.
★★★★★ · a month ago
I booked multiple private driver excursions with Snæland Travel for my family vacation to Iceland with 8 adults and 2 small children, and am very pleased with their service. It was a complicated collection of needs and desires for our 5 day stay in Reykjavik and Isabella and the rest of the sales team were fantastic at helping me design a set of tours as well as coordinating airport transfer on arrival and departure. They were responsive to all my questions and concerns, and they were even able to make last minute arrangements for my son whose flight was cancelled and arrived a day later. The Reykjanes Peninsula private tour, with our driver Mike, gave us a look at the raw intensity of the lava fields, steam vents, bubbling mud pits, and the jagged lava coastline. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula private tour, with our driver Tryggvi, showed us beautiful coastal cliffs and remote ancient lava fields softened by generations of moss and grass giving a spectacular mystical feel to the landscape. The Golden Circle private tour, with our driver Chris, took us to the most popular tour destinations - Þingvellir National Park where we walked along the tectonic rift, Great Geysir area where we watched Strokkur erupt and hot springs boil, and Gullfoss where some of us marveled at the power of the sprawling waterfall from the upper viewing area and some of us ventured down the stairs to the base of the falls to feel the spray as it crashed into the ravine. Chris was a fantastic driver, as he walked us to the viewing platforms to take group photos and gave us some insight as to what to expect at each stop. As a private driver experience we were able to make personal adjustments to the day, and during our planning phase Isabella added a 2 hour dinner stop where we enjoyed a Viking feast (the dinner reservation and cost of the meal was not part of the Snæland Travel experience). I would highly recommend Snæland Travel for any tours, and I definitely would suggest trying the private driver option in order to have more control over how long you spend at each stop or even if you want to add or skip stops as long as it fits the designated time frame. My large family enjoyed traveling around Iceland in the comfort of our private van with friendly drivers, and I am very grateful for the experience.
Reviews from Google · updated 13 Sept 2026
Read before you book
- Blue Lagoon on the way in or the way out — pair it with your airport transferThe Blue Lagoon is twenty minutes from Keflavík. Soak on arrival day or departure day, and why we'd do it on the way in almost every time.
- Blue Lagoon, Sky Lagoon or Secret Lagoon — pick by what your day looks likeThree hot lagoons near Reykjavík, three very different days. We say which one fits an airport day, a city evening and a Golden Circle loop.
- Boat tours in Iceland sort into five kinds, and only two of them are sightseeingWhale boats, aurora cruises, glacier-lagoon zodiacs, island ferries and sea angling. What each one actually is, what it costs, and which are worth a slot.
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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.
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