Discover a Visually Breathtaking Country
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This winter journey takes you to one of the most visually breathtaking countries in Europe to see the Northern Lights. Best seen during the winter months, when the temperatures are low and the night sky is clear and black, the Aurora Borealis lights up the sky in varying shades of green, pink and blue, sending out an eerie, otherworldly glow. You’ll visit locations outside of Reykjavik where, subject to weather conditions, the raw landscapes provide the best opportunity of viewing.
This is an Abercrombie & Kent private journey and can be tailor-made to fit with your travel dates and built around your desires.
Highlights
- Seek out the Northern Lights in the Icelandic night sky
- Discover the underground treasures of Iceland's volcanoes when you descend into a lava tube
- Get up close to the thundering waterfalls of the Golden Circle
- Walk along a black sand beach on the North Atlantic
- Bathe in the mineral-rich geothermal Blue Lagoon
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Reykjavik
Arrive into the Icelandic capital where you are met and transferred to the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Borg (Standard Room)
Day 2
Reykjavik
Compact and stylish, Reykjavik is easy to navigate. A private city walking tour includes the 19th century Parliament House, Reykjavik Cathedral, the impressive steel and glass-framed Harpa concert hall, and the whimsical Hallgrímskirkja church which towers over the city. The afternoon is at leisure to further explore, shop, visit a local coffee house or relax at the hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel Borg (Standard Room)
Day 3
Reykjavik – Snæfellsnes Peninsula – Borgarfjörður
An adventure today to the Snæfellsnes peninsula, famous for the glacier and volcano that inspired Jules Verne’s fictional Journey to the Centre of the Earth. The peninsula is a birdwatcher’s paradise, with sandy beaches on one side, mountains on the other and the towering glacier above. Explore the 8,000-year-old Vatnshellir lava tube, the Gerduberg wall of basalt columns, and the black pebble beach of Djúpalónssandur, once one of the most prolific fishing villages on the peninsula and now deserted. Continue to Borgarfjörður and your accommodation.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Husafell (Standard Room)
Day 4
Borgarfjörður – Golden Circle – Hella
Discover the Golden Circle region, one of Iceland’s major attractions and a showcase of the very best the country has to offer – beautiful landscapes, powerful geysers and a most magnificent waterfall. Start off at the UNESCO World Heritage listed Thingvellir National Park, an area of incredible scenery and geological formations, and the site of the oldest existing parliament in the world. Then visit the Geysir area, home to several hot spouting geysers. The most famous is Great Geysir, but the most energetic is Strokkur which spouts every few minutes to a height of 40-metres. Finally, head to Gullfoss waterfall, Iceland’s most famous, which plummets 32-metres down to a canyon below. The water in Gullfoss comes from the second biggest glacier in Iceland, Langjökull.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Skálakot Manor Hotel (Grand Room)
Day 5
South Shore
A day spent exploring the South Shore, well known for its scenic beauty, waterfalls and endless black sandy beaches. First stop is the 60-metre high Seljalandsfoss waterfall, whose water flows from the famous Eyjafjallajökull glacier. Continue to the extraordinary basalt sea stacks at Reynisdrangar and a walk along the black sand beach on the North Atlantic. Finish the day at Skógafoss waterfall, considered one of Iceland’s most beautiful.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Skálakot Manor Hotel (Grand Room)
Day 6
Hella – Reykjanes Peninsula – Blue Lagoon – Reykjavik
Today starts off by visiting Reykjanesskagi, a small headland in the country’s far southwest. A region of intense geothermal activity, the dramatic, rugged landscape here features volcanic craters, caves, lava fields and hot springs. Highlights include Kleifarvatn Lake, the colourful sulphuric deposits of the Seltún geothermal area, the Krýsuvíkurbjarg cliffs and their abundant birdlife, as well as the mineral-rich geothermal Blue Lagoon, whose waters are said to have wonderful healing qualities. Enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating dip in the warm milky-white waters, before returning to Reykjavik for overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Borg (Standard Room)
Day 7
Depart Reykjavik
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departures & Rates
Twin Share Per Person: from $10,935
Solo Traveller: on request
This is an Abercrombie & Kent private journey and can be tailor-made to fit with your travel dates and built around your desires.
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*Rates are subject to availability and seasonality and may change without notice. Rates are based on two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates or further information on terms and conditions, please contact our Travel Specialists at time of booking.
Accommodation
Hotel Borg, Reykjavik
Hotel Borg is a 4* boutique hotel in the heart of Reykjavík. It overlooks the central square of Austurvollur, with a variety of cafes, restaurants and shops all on the doorstep. The Borg is a landmark in Reykjavik, built in 1930 and restored to its original Art Deco style, the hotel is a showcase of sophistication. Period black and white custom-made furniture and fittings are coupled with modern amenities including flat-screen satellite TV, complimentary wi-fi and Phillipe Starck bathrooms with heated marble floors.
The Borg Restaurant is a stunning mix of vintage and modern with hand-crafted cocktails and outstanding cuisine.
Skálakot Manor Hotel
At Skálakot, the emphasis is on fun and hard-work, meaning your family will enjoy a holiday alongside some unique local experiences. This is a luxury boutique family-run farmhouse with 14 bedrooms and decorated in an Art Deco style throughout.
With around 100 horses on this working farm, the staff are professional equine trainers and incurable nature lovers who will suit your trip to your ability and interests. They are committed to horse-breeding and providing excellent hospitality to guests. After a day’s riding around the area’s wonderful nature, the steam bath and hot tubs are a necessity more than a luxury. Time your trip right and enjoy the spectacle of aurora borealis dancing above you. Everything here will make your family feel at home.
The restaurant offers fine dining with fresh local produce and seasonal specialties, homegrown vegetables and homemade bread. Icelandic horses are bred on the property so rides are a speciality. Other activities include fishing, hiking, geothermal pools, glacier walks, snowmobiling and super-jeep tours.
Hotel Husafell, Reykholt
A stay at Hotel Husafell will take you away from the crowds to give you awe-inspiring scenery and, in the winter months, the opportunity to view the northern lights. Ecologically responsible clients will also be pleased to know that the hotel uses 100 per cent organically sourced energy.
Hotel Husafell is a contemporary-styled retreat with a great selection of rooms and suites. They’re spacious, comfortable and stylishly adorned with the work of Húsafell’s own world-renowned artist, Páll Gudmundsson. There’s also a deluxe superior room and master suite with their own private terraces. Beautifully designed in true Icelandic style, most rooms are equipped with large floor to ceiling windows to frame the rugged mountains that Husafell is so well known for.
Dining here is exceptionally fresh, and of course, locally sourced, combining traditional Icelandic cuisine with an international flair to create unique and flavoursome dishes sure to delight. After a day of adventure, fill up on great food and relax in the geothermal pools, known for their exceptional mineral content. The Hotel Husafell offers the opportunity to combine adventure, luxury and style to make your holiday truly unforgettable.
