7 Day Independent Winter Tour of Iceland
Iceland Luxe Winter
Embark on a beautiful, independent winter adventure to experience the highlights and hidden gems of Iceland.
journey Overview
- 7 Days
- October - March
- From $4,923 USD Per Person
- Independent Journey
- Reykjavik, Husafell, Hella & South Coast
- 7 Days
- October - March
- From $4,923 USD Per Person
- Independent Journey
- Reykjavik, Husafell, Hella & South Coast
- Gaze at the Arora Borealis (Northern Lights) every chance you get on multiple Northern Light Safaris.
- Warm up in mineral-rich hot springs throughout Iceland – including the secluded Krauma Baths & Husafell Canyon Baths.
- Revel in the excitement of The Great Geysir bursting every 5-10 minutes on your exploration around The Golden Circle.
- Watch the sun glisten through the powerful Seljalandsfoss Waterfall from a cave behind the water’s flow.
- Discover Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, and all its quirky and awesome gems.
- Experience the Blue Lagoon, Iceland’s most iconic geothermal spa.
Included in the Luxe Experience
6 nights at centrally-located, high-end hotels
6 delicious Icelandic breakfasts, and 1 food tour lunch
5 guided tours led by local experts
Entrance tickets and transportation to 4 geothermal spas
Luxury transportation connecting your locations & private airport transfers
All of our services to plan and implement your trip, and support while traveling
Included in the Luxe Experience
6 nights at centrally-located, high-end hotels
6 delicious Icelandic breakfasts, and 1 food tour lunch
5 guided tours led by local experts
Entrance tickets and transportation to 4 geothermal spas
Luxury transportation connecting your locations & private airport transfers
All of our services to plan and implement your trip, and support while traveling
Interactive Map
Itinerary
Your friendly, private driver will greet you at the Keflavik International Airport and drive you to your hotel in the heart of Reykjavik. Here your private tours of Iceland starts! Enjoy the rest of your arrival day relaxing and exploring the world’s Northernmost capital at your own pace. In the evening you will be picked up at your hotel and taken, via Super Jeep, on a wild hunt for the Northern Lights. Your experienced driver and guide will take you to locations where the average tourist does not go, searching for the wonderful spectacle of light and color!
After a great night of sleep you will join a fun tour of Reykjavik where you will learn about the city’s history, culture, attractions and architecture. In the afternoon and evening you will immerse yourself in the Blue Lagoon, the world’s most famous geothermal spa.
We leave Reykjavik and travel northeast to Husafell on a 2-hour drive. Husafell serves as the gateway to many unique attractions, such as mesmerizingly “painted” lava caves – which you will be visiting on Day 3 and the Silver Circle, a circuit of attractions in West Iceland which is not mentioned as often as its southern counterpart, the Golden Circle, but which is, certainly, equally interesting. When you travel the Silver Circle you will see fascinating waterfalls, such as the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss. You will also have the opportunity to soak in the healing waters of the Krauma baths as well as the Husafell Canyon Baths, another geothermal bath not to be missed. On top of that you will discover local gems such as the Settlement Center in Borganes.
After being picked up at your in Husafell, you will be on your way to get in close contact with some of Iceland’s most famous locations along the Golden Circle route. Passing through the historical Thingvellir National Park you will head on the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall where your proximity to its edge is such that you can feel the spray of the glacial water on your face. Then, continuing your journey, you will witness magnificent landscapes as you approach Hotel Ranga, a treat in itself. The property offers 51 luxurious rooms, including the renowned continental suites, decorated and themed after the continents. The hotel also hosts its own observatory, with a powerful telescope for your own star-gazing experience during clear Icelandic nights.
The following morning you will embark on a very exclusive tour of some of Iceland’s most beautiful areas: the south coast. Discover gorgeous waterfalls, black-sand beaches, amazing rock formations and many other spectacles of nature. After a long and exciting day of unique sightseeing, return to the Ranga for a most relaxing dip in the hot tub right outside your room. Adventure and relaxation at their best. That same night you will depart the hotel on yet another Northern Lights safari, this time under Southern Iceland skies. We only work with the most experienced guides!
After a delicious breakfast on day 7 you will be driven back to the Keflavik airport, in total comfort, for your flight back home.
Click on the blue bars above to read about all you will experience in this journey.
2024 & 2025 PRICING
Prices are in USD, per person, for an independent journey based on the number of travelers in your party
| # of Travelers in your Party | LUXE Tour (USD per person) |
|---|---|
| 2 people | from $8,530 |
| 3 people | from $6,640 |
| 4 to 6 people | from $6,053 |
| 7+ people | from $4,923 |
TIMELINE
Day 1
Arrival in Iceland & Northern Lights
You have arrived in Iceland, “Land of Fire and Ice.” Now, enjoy an afternoon at your leisure in Reykjavik. In the evening you will go on a wild hunt for the Northern Lights via Super Jeep.
Today's Experiences
Airport transfer, Northern Lights Safari
Meals Included
None
Accommodation
Hotel Apotek
Day 2
Tour of Reykjavik & Blue Lagoon
Discover the city’s main landmarks and attractions on a guided walking tour of Reykjavik. Then, spend a few hours soaking in the geothermal pools of the Blue Lagoon, the country’s most famous geothermal spa.
Today's Experiences
Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall, Sun Voyager Sculpture, Laugavegur Street, the Blue Lagoon
Meals Included
Breakfast and food tour lunch
Accommodation
Hotel Apotek
Day 3
Canyon Baths & Lava Caves
Travel north to Husafell, a gate way to fascinating attractions such as a lava cave and the relaxing Husafell Canyon Baths, where you will connect with the surrounding nature.
Today's Experiences
Vidgelmir Lava Caves, Husafell Canyon Baths
Meals Included
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel Husafell
Day 4
Hidden Gems of the Silver Circle
Discover a collection of fascinating attractions in the Silver Circle: waterfalls, small towns, Viking settlements, old churches and a state-of-the-art geothermal spa.
Today's Experiences
Borganes Settlement Center, Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls, Husafell Church, Krauma Baths
Meals Included
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel Husafell
Day 5
Iceland’s Famous Golden Circle
On your way south, experience a guided tour of the Golden Circle attractions, particularly beautiful in the wintertime.
Today's Experiences
Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Hot Spring Area, Gullfoss Waterfall
Meals Included
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel Ranga
Day 6
South Coast & Northern Lights
In the day time you will visit many of the wonders of the south coast: waterfalls, black-sand beaches and fishing villages. In the evening you have another chance to see the Northern Lights, on a guided tour.
Today's Experiences
Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, Dyrholaey rock formation, Reynisfjara black sand beach, the Northern Lights
Meals Included
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel Ranga
Day 7
Journey Conclusion
Your time in Iceland ends today, after your private ride to Keflavik Airport, in complete comfort.
Today's Experiences
Airport transfer
Meals Included
Breakfast
Gallery
Vacation Reviews
This is how our awesome clients described their experience on this independent journey.
Allison C.
FAQs
After landing at Keflavík Airport, you will travel to your hotel in Reykjavík. Located in the heart of Iceland’s capital city, Hotel Borg offers the best in both style and comfort. Following check-in, connect with your Tour Director before a visit to the Sky Lagoon. Relax in the warm waters of the geothermal lagoon and soak off your jet lag as your gaze upon incredible views of the North Atlantic. End your day with a gourmet kickoff dinner where you will get to know your fellow travelers and taste delicious Icelandic dishes. Your group tour of Iceland has officially started!
After breakfast, join a driving tour of Iceland’s capital. Notable sights include the famous Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall and the unique Sun Voyager sculpture. Following your tour, you will have free time to experience the city on your own. End your day with a delectable dinner and a drive to view the Northern Lights, if the skies are clear that night. If they are not, don’t worry. We will have many other opportunities!
Day 3 is dedicated to Iceland’s Golden Circle, which is made up of three must-see sights: Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area and Thingvellir National Park. Nearby, at Fridheimar, you will enjoy a beautiful show with Icelanic horses and some organic, tomato-based delicacies as well. Following your guided tour of the Golden Circle, we will drive to Landeyjahöfn harbor and board a ferry to the Westman Islands. The short 45-minute boat ride will give you a new perspective of Iceland’s south coast. When the ferry docks on the main island, Heimaey, you might even spot a brave sheep grazing on the rocky cliffs surrounding you! Enjoy a delectable dinner at Hotel Vestmannaeyjar, your cozy accommodation for the evening.
Our private tours allow travelers to explore Scandinavian destinations with programs offering a great balance between pre-arranged activities and free time to explore. When implementing one of our private programs for you, we handle all the logistics involved, including: hotels, airport transfers, transportation from city to city and all guided activities and excursions. You will not be with a Tour Director throughout the program, but you will enjoy a number of sightseeing experiences led by experienced local guides. We can work with your desired dates, provided that availability exists at the many services involved in your program.
This option is ideal for travelers who enjoy traveling independently and with a higher degree of flexibility to explore each location on their own.
Technically, Scandinavia refers primarily to Norway, Denmark and Sweden. When thinking of Nordic Countries, add to the list Finland and Iceland as well. Discover Scandinavia Tours can take you to any location in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. Currently we also offer extensions in Estonia, which is of particularly convenient access when visiting Finland, given that Tallinn – Estonia’s beautiful capital – can be reached by a short ferry ride from Helsinki.
Simple: just call us at 800-936-2814 and talk to one of our Scandinavia specialists. Alternatively, you can email us at
info@DiscoverScandinaviaTours.com
If you are interested in a group tour, you can book any departure as long as there are seats available (but remember: we have a maximum of 12 seats per departure, so booking early is recommendable). If you want a private tour, you can book as far as 2 years in advance. For last-minute travelers, please keep in mind that we need a minimum of 30 days to implement a private program.
With our group tours of Scandinavia you can choose from a number of fixed departures throughout the year. If you need more flexible dates, our private tours allow us to work with any dates you have in mind, provided that we find adequate availability at all hotels and other services included in your particular program.
Yes, we do. For details regarding commissions, please visit our TRAVEL AGENT portal.
You will find our cancellation policy, along with all our terms and conditions, RIGHT HERE.
In short, you can typically view the Northern Lights between September and March. But if you really want a memorable Northern Lights vacation, we created an entire blog post dedicated to this question, which you can read RIGHT HERE.
You most certainly can! Just email us (info@DiscoverScandinaviaTours.com) or call us (800-936-2814) and we will start your dream Scandinavian vacation with a free consultation.
Looking for a Summer Adventure?
See our 8 day independent summer tour of Iceland