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Northern Lights Small-Group Tour From Reykjavik with Hot Choco

About this experience

The Northern Lights (or aurora) are perhaps one of the most popular things that tourists come to Iceland to visit. This stunning light display occurs high in the upper atmosphere of the earth as a result of solar winds colliding with the magnetic field of our planet.
Our Northern Lights team works hard throughout the day, checking on weather data in order to best predict a location where the lights should be clearly visible. The locations visited are different from day to day we head in the direction with the most chances of seeing the Northern Lights. As this tour is weather dependent and sightings are not guaranteed, you are welcome to join another Northern Lights Coach tour free of charge.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr

Choose your tour option

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Pickup at designated locations
You can select a designated pickup location in central Reykjavik to be picked up from.
Ticket to Aurora Center: Must be used on the day of the tour
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • WiFi on board
  • Pickup and drop from one of many approved central locations
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • One free retry tour if you don´t see the lights on your first go. The retry will be on a big bus
  • All Fees and Taxes

Itinerary and highlights

Reykjavik has high level of light pollution, making it difficult for good viewings of the aurora. To overcome this issue we go out into the darker countryside to hunt for the lights. You will be joined by one of our experienced northern lights guide who will have loads of information to share with you.
With a little bit of luck you will find an amazing spot to view the Aurora borealis.

When you reach the location that your guide has selected as being the best point for a sighting then you will have some time to get out of the bus to see the lights. You will have plenty of time to take some photographs, If you are struggling then your guide should be able to help you setup your camera.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Or, you can get picked up
  • Please be ready at your designated pick up location at the time your tour is scheduled to start. Pickup process can take up to 30 minutes.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • BusTravel Iceland

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please be ready at your designated pick up location at the time your tour is scheduled to start. Pickup process can take up to 30 minutes.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 8–11; Youth tickets: age 12–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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