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Iceland Northern Lights & Golden Circle

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Northern Lights
Chase the aurora across glittering night skies
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 18
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Cabin)

    Included Activities

    • Meet Your CEO and Group
  3. Day 2

    Reykjavik to Álftrö ð

    Reykjavik to Álftrö ð
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Hestakrain Guesthouse)

    Included Activities

    • Lava Caving by the Blue Mountains
    • Meet Icelandic Horses at a Farm
  4. Day 3

    Sólheimahjökull

    Sólheimahjökull
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Homemade dinner)
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Hestakrain Guesthouse)

    Included Activities

    • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit
    • Skogar Museum
    • Skógafoss Waterfall Visit

    Optional Activities

    • Glacier Hiking on Sólheimahjökull from Skogar
    Landmarks
    Sólheimahjökull Glacier
    Skogar Museum
    Skógafoss Waterfall
    Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  5. Day 4

    Sólheimahjökull to Reykjavik

    Sólheimahjökull to Reykjavik
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Cabin)

    Included Activities

    • Geysir Visit
    • Gullfoss Waterfall Visit
    • Thingvellir National Park Visit
    Landmarks
    Þingvellir National Park
    Geysir Hot Spring
    Gullfoss Waterfall
  6. Day 5

    Reykjavik

    Reykjavik
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Silfra Fissure Snorkelling in Thingvellir National Park (only available on certain dates)
    Landmarks
    Silfra Fissure

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4.9
Overall rating based on 71 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.4
  • 4.7

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  • Ruben5.0•October 2026
    Wonderful experience.
    Traveled in October 2026
  • alistair
    alistair5.0•November 2025
    The trip was incredible, as was out guide Eliza. We saw so much in just a few days and still had time to slow down...
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    Traveled in November 2025
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank you so much for this wonderful review, Alistair! We are so glad to know that you enjoyed your trip to beautiful Iceland with Eliza and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future!
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  • Saadatu
    Saadatu4.0•April 2025
    I’m a couple of months late on this review, but I just couldn’t let my Iceland trip with GAdventures slip by without...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us, Saadatu! This sounds like a beautiful experience in a beautiful country and we are so glad you enjoyed yourselves. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the near future!
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  • Francesca4.0•February 2025
    Had an amazing time in Iceland with our tour guide Lili, she was amazing! Super driver, cook and tour guide. Only...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thanks so much for sharing your experience and beautiful photos with us, Francesca! We are delighted to know you enjoyed your time in Iceland with Lili. Our world deserves more you!
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  • Jessica5.0•December 2024
    For technically only 3 days of tour activities, we were able to see and experience many different things. Funny and...
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    Traveled in November 2024
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    Thank you for your review, Jessica! We are glad you were able to enjoy beautiful Iceland with us. The world deserves more you!
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  • Einstein
    Einstein5.0•August 2024
    We had an awesome time in Iceland! Our tour guide, Herdis, was very kind and helpful! The tour allowed us to visit...
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    Thank you for sharing your experience in Iceland with us, Einstein! It truly is a magical place. We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
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  • Sarah5.0•June 2024
    Ronan was an excellent guide. He is knowledgeable, full of energy, and seems to genuinely enjoy the tours and...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank you so much for your review and photos, Sarah! It sounds like a magical trip and we are so glad you enjoyed yourself. We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
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  • Robert5.0•February 2024
    Incredible sights, great CEO, what more can I say
    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thank you so much for your review, Robert! We are so glad you enjoyed beautiful Iceland with us. Our world deserves more you!
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  • Barbara5.0•February 2024
    Great attention to detail. Enthusiast tour leader. Loved the adventure!
    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Thankd Barbara for the great review. Glad you loved the trip and the attention to detail,
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  • Elizabeth5.0•January 2024
    Comprehensive, accommodating to individual needs and desires, exceliernyt tour leader who was informed, informative,...
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    Traveled in December 2023
    Reply from: G Adventures
    Hi Elizabeth, Thanks for taking the time to send in your thoughts about Iceland Northern Lights & Golden Circle! So glad to hear that you enjoyed it - our world deserves more you.
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    Virginia

    Asked on September 23rd, 2026

    Do you have an office in India, especially in New Delhi/ NCR, for customer support and some queries that I have?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2026

      Any questions you may have can be directed on this chat. We do not have a office in India for Customer support available.

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      Virginia

      Traveler•Written September 2026

      Is there a phone/ WhatsApp chat number that would make the experience more personal.

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      Virginia

      Traveler•Written September 2026

      Any particular representative for G Adventures whom I could connect with? My experience on an earlier travel out of India was not very pleasant.

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      Virginia

      Traveler•Written September 2026

      Since my flight was delayed, I informed the office about this delay and to send the pick up cab accordingly but that did not happen, I got charged and then had to pay for another cab that I took from the airport to my hotel.

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    Evelyn

    Asked on May 11th, 2026

    I am traveling alone as a 60 year old woman. Is this all couples? Also, how big is the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2026

      On the 5th October departure, there are currently a total of 14 travellers booked of which eight are solo travellers. The rest are travelling in pairs.

      The maximum size of the group is 16.

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    Vincent

    Asked on February 10th, 2026

    Do you have any tours for our dates?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2026

      Unfortunately we do not have any tours in Iceland during those dates.

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    Connie

    Asked on January 24th, 2026

    How about Staying at hotel

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2026

      On this tour you will be staying at the hotel for 2 nights and at an Icelandic guesthouse for 2 nights.

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    Barbara

    Asked on December 1st, 2025

    Is October a good month to view the Northern Lights? Is there a special place the tour goes to view the lights?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2025

      The best viewing months are from September to March because the nights are long and dark.

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    Susan

    Asked on August 3rd, 2025

    Is there a possibility of adding Northern Lights as a dedicated tour or experience?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2025

      We can never guarantee a sighting due to natural conditions, but we do actively monitor forecasts for optimal viewing times to maximise opportunities, weather permitting.

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    Valerie

    Asked on July 31st, 2025

    Is an 8-year-old child able to do this tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2025

      This tour is for ages 12+. I can highly recommend an alternative tour for ages 7+.

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    Irma

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025

      If the original dates you requested are unavailable, we can offer you alternative dates. If none of the alternative dates are suitable, you can request a refund if your booking hasn't been confirmed.

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    Judith

    Asked on February 13th, 2025

    How do I check availability and total cost for 4 adults?

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    • G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025

      Each departure date should have the number of spots left posted. For the Nov 20th departure of our 5-day Iceland Northern Lights & Golden Circle tour, we have full availability!

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    Lesley

    Asked on January 11th, 2025

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      There is some walking / hiking as part of this tour, it has a physical rating of 3 out of 5, so should be suitable for most travellers. If you have medical conditions that may prevent you from taking part, we can consult our team to see if you would be able to participate or not.

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