Northern Lights Special
5 days / 4 nights, Reykjavik - Akureyri - Lake Mývatn - Godafoss Waterfall - Reykjavik | The Aurora Borealis are mesmerizing, dynamic displays of light that appear in the nighttime Arctic skies. Aurora borealis - the northern aurora, forms in an oval centered on the north magnetic pole in the Arctic. Few sights can equal the magic and mystery of these luminous sheets of color playing in the frigid air of an Arctic night. Our semi escorted Northern Lights program takes you on a search of the magic and colorful auroral display of lights and colors. Witness the splendor and magnificence of the natural phenomenon that occur around Earth's north and south geomagnetic poles, known in the northern regions as the Northern Lights. The best time to see them in Iceland is during mid November through March. Few areas better than Lake Mývatn for viewing the Northern Lights and discovering the wonders of the Icelandic winter.
This program is an alternative to a stay in Reykjavik with daily excursions. The itinerary offers a tour of South West Iceland including the main attractions. Overnight stay in the countryside affords unique opportunities to experience the northern lights as well as bathing in the famous spas.
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| Departure | Departures Daily: February 1st, 2009 - March 31st, 2010 on request |
| Price | February 1st, 2009 & March 31st, 2010 $920 per person in double room $1,080 single room |
| Included | 2 nights at Hotel Loftleiðir in Reykjavík Round trip flight, Reykjavik - Akureyri - Reykjavik (excluding airport tax) 2 nights Sel Hotel Mývatn Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily Guided transfer from Akureyri to Lake Mývatn, Sightseeing tour of the Myvatn area Guided transfer from Lake Mývatn to Akureyri City sightseeing tour of Akureyri 2 x dinners at Lake Mývatn |
| Not Included | International airfare / airport taxes Airport tax for domestic flight Transfer to/from airport in Reykjavík Transfer to/from International airport in Keflavík Meals other than those mentioned above Beverages Additional optional Excursions Personal insurance / personal items $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | This is a non-escorted tour. Excursions and transfers are with guide. Please inquire about our special air fares on Icelandair,now featuring direct flight from Seattle! |
| Tour Options | Activities available at Lake Mývatn: Snowmobile: Take an exciting and adventurous snowmobile tour out on the frozen Lake Mývatn. Travel deep into the Highlands with one of our guides. Super Jeep: Different tours available, but you will always get a combination of sightseeing and a super jeep adventure of the Lake Mývatn region. Sightseeing tours: Explore the surroundings of the lake, the volcanic and geothermal activity, the spectacular landscape and scenery. Country Tour: Amongst other things, you will visit a hydroelectric power station, see time past at an old turf farm and folk museum, visit Húsavík, a small fishing village and the Whale Museum. Evening Northern Lights Tour: If the Northern Lights will not show themselves, it is time to go on a hunt. It is unforgettable to stop in the middle of nowhere, step out of the car, inhale "the tranquility" and search for the Northern Lights. Mývatn Nature Baths: A wonderful lagoon with warm and soothing waters that are beneficial to skin and spirit alike. Cross-Country skiing: The Lake Mývatn area and surrounding highlands are ideal for cross-country skiing. Tours available for both beginners and more experienced skiers. Ice delights: Different kinds of amusements on the frozen lake: Bowling, cricket, skating, mini golf, go-cart and more. |
Day 1 REYKJAVIK Individual arrival in Reykjavik. Transfer by Flybus to Reykjavik (not included). The Flybus is located right outside the Keflavík International Airport. Transfer to all major hotels in Reykjavík. Overnight at your hotel.
Day 2 REYKJAVIK - AKUREYRI - LAKE MÝVATN (B) Around noon, get yourself ready for a flight to Akureyri, the capital town of the North. From there, a transfer to your hotel. On the way you will see the most interesting places of the Lake Mývatn area, which is renowned for its natural beauty and geological wonders. Enjoy dinner at the country-side hotel and a cozy evening. When the sky is clear, the Northern Lights will dance around, so make sure to step outside before going to sleep.
Day 3 LAKE MÝVATN (B) Today you can enjoy the leisure activities in the area, since there are multiple tours available. Dinner will be served at the hotel. It is ideal to end the evening with a late night relaxation in the outdoor hot tub and enjoy the so often seen Northern Lights dancing around in striking colors across the Arctic sky.
Day 4 AKUREYRI - REYKJAVIK (B) n the morning, you visit the town of Akureyri, the trade and cultural centre of North Iceland, beautifully resting in a scenic fjord. After a short sightseeing tour, fly back to Reykjavik and check in at your hotel.
Day 5 DEPARTURE (B) Breakfast at the hotel. Flybus transfer to Keflavík Airport for departure from Iceland (not included).