Iceland · October 4 - 13 2024

Iceland Northern Lights Adventure

Experience an EPIC 10-day / 9-night adventure to experience the best of Iceland and chase the amazing Northern Lights!

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Overview

Indulge in the majestic healing waters of the Blue Lagoon, trek across massive glaciers, walk behind huge waterfalls, earn a foodie badge, and more on a 10-day tour of Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice!

Highlights

Search for the legendary Northern Lights with a local guide.

Search for the legendary Northern Lights with a local guide.

Soak in the majestic and soul-refreshing waters of the Blue Lagoon. ♨️

Soak in the majestic and soul-refreshing waters of the Blue Lagoon. ♨️

Stuff your happy face during a Reykjavik foodie tour. 🍴

Stuff your happy face during a Reykjavik foodie tour. 🍴

Watch geysers shoot for the sky!

Watch geysers shoot for the sky!

Visit the Perlan Observation Deck

Visit the Perlan Observation Deck

Head up to the Perlan Observation Deck to see incredible 360º views of Reykjavík and its surroundings.

Enjoy several incredible tours and activities throughout Iceland.

Enjoy several incredible tours and activities throughout Iceland.

Reykjavík City Tour, Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon, Þingvellir National Park, Friðheimar Tomato Farm, LAVA Center, Skógafoss Waterfall, Diamond Beach, and more!

Explore an active volcano. 🌋

Explore an active volcano. 🌋

Discover mysterious black sand beaches.

Discover mysterious black sand beaches.

Walk up to one of Europe’s largest glaciers.

Walk up to one of Europe’s largest glaciers.

Visit the enormous Jökulsárlón Glacier.

Soak up sights of the world’s most extraordinary collection of waterfalls

Soak up sights of the world’s most extraordinary collection of waterfalls

Schedule

Departure on October 5, 2024. Prices start at $3,950 per person, with 4+ star accommodations and daily breakfast + any lunches/dinners as listed in the itinerary.

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Departure for Iceland

DAY 1: Friday, October 4th

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KEF

Keflavík International Airport

Arrival and Orientation

DAY 2: Saturday, October 5th

Arrive at Keflavík International Airport (KEF) early in the morning to meet the crew and your fellow adventurers.

Included

Airport Meet-and-Greet and Transfer to our Reykjavík hotel

Welcome drink and canapés

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Reykjavík

Reykjavík City Tour and Northern Lights Search

DAY 3: Sunday, October 6th

Starting at 2 pm, this informative, yet light-hearted tour takes you on foot around the heart of the Icelandic capital with an English-speaking local. Enjoy a beautiful 360° view of Reykjavík from high-above, at the Perlan Observation Deck. After a break the evening, we will leave the city lights behind - in our first search for the Northern Lights! 

During this fun urban trek, you will learn fun facts about Iceland’s history and rich culture full of Vikings, food, nightlife, music, trolls, elves, and of course...Thor! 

Included

Breakfast

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The Golden Circle

Golden Circle Tour - Secret Lagoon - Friðheimar Tomato Farm

DAY 4: Monday, October 7th

This morning, we drive off to Southwestern Iceland's deservedly popular "Golden Circle" area.

Check into the Stracta Hotel

Þingvellir National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site most famous for its lava field rift valley separating the North-American and Eurasian continental plates. It is also here that Iceland’s first parliament, Althingi, was founded in 930 AD.

Geysir - the original “geyser”: At this world-renowned geothermal area you can witness gurgling bubbling water bursting up to 25 meters high and the ground bubbling underneath your feet. Despite Geysir being the name source for every “hot reverse waterfall” worldwide, nearby Strokkur is now the show's main star as it bursts every 4 to 10 minutes! 

The Golden Waterfall: "The Golden waterfall" is an incredible sight and a perfect photo spot, with water rushing down three steps of lava layers exhibiting breathtaking power and grandeur. 

Northern Lights Round 2: After our hotel dinner, enjoy a soak in the hotel’s outdoor hot tub while watching for the Northern Lights. 

Included

Breakfast

Lunch at Friðheimar Tomato Farm

Dinner at Stracta Hotel

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South Coast

Waterfalls, Lava, and Beaches

DAY 5: Tuesday, October 8th

Throughout the day, we can expect to see breathtaking landscapes consisting of vast lava fields, waterfalls, black sand beaches, and glacier tongues.

Seljalandsfoss: As intimidating as it looks and sounds upon approach - upon closer inspection, you discover a sneaky-little walkway tucked behind this thundering cascade.

Skógafoss: Located at the foot of a famous volcano, Eyjafjallajökull. 

Reynisfjara: a black sand beach full of picturesque basalt column formations that will greet us. This noir-fantasy beach is also famously known for some of the dazzling scenery seen in Game of Thrones. 

Hvolsvöllur: The group will explore the Lava and Volcano Center exhibition, which will give an excellent insight into the volcanic geology in the area and Iceland (admission included). We will conclude at the Skógar Folk Museum, to learn about Iceland's rich cultural heritage.

More lights, anyone?: After some rest, relax and look for the Northern Lights. Being in the countryside, away from the city lights, is excellent for spotting this natural phenomenon.

Bonus: wake-up service is provided if they appear after bedtime - by request. 

Included

Breakfast

Dinner

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South Coast of Iceland

Jökulsárlón Ice Lagoon - Diamond Beach

DAY 6: Wednesday, October 9th

Jökulsárlón Ice Lagoon
Exploring this renowned lagoon, made famous by several blockbuster movies such as Batman Begins, is an unforgettable experience! Many natural ice sculptures from the receding Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier jostle for position in the lagoon before being washed onto the nearby Diamond Beach. There, you will see them glittering like diamonds as they rest on the dramatic coal blackness of the sand.

Hella: Yes, as in…a town named after the Norse Goddess of the Underworld!💀 We will stop to enjoy lunch en route.

Skaftafell Nature Reserve: a green area amid amazingly jagged mountains and glacier-crowned peaks. The otherworldly scenery of Skaftafell promises to be a highlight of our tour!

Included

Breakfast

Lunch

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The Blue Lagoon

DAY 7: Thursday, October 10th

Imagine relaxing in a blend of seawater and geothermally heated spring water - rich in silica, minerals, and algae, surrounded by a lunar lava landscape. 

This uber-famous site, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Reykjanes Peninsula, is good for your skin and a real treat for the mind, body, and soul. The iconic white silica mud face masks are accessible to all lagoon guests.

Included

Lunch

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Reykjavík

Self-Explore in Reykjavík

DAY 8: Friday, October 11th

Explore the charming Icelandic capital of Reykjavík at your own pace.

Included

Breakfast

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Reykjavík

Evening Reykjavík Foodie Tour

DAY 8 - Friday, October 11, 2023

Enjoy a wide range of delicious (and some unusual) dishes as we stroll around the city to learn about the history behind various traditional Icelandic dishes. 

Included

Breakfast

Foodie Tour (Dinner)

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Highlands of Iceland

Spa Night at Laugarvatn Fontana - Northern Lights Search

DAY 9: Saturday, October 12th

In the evening, we will head back through Þingvellir National Park for dinner (self-purchased) to relax at the geothermal spa resort: Laugarvatn Fontana. This massive complex has three natural hot spring steam rooms, a sauna, and four hot pools - with the potential of you also enjoying them all under the heavenly glow of the Northern Lights! On our way back to Reykjavík, we will cap-off our last night chasing the different patterns of this natural phenomenon. 

Included

Breakfast

KEF

Keflavík International Airport (KEF)

Departure

Day 10: Sunday, October 13, 2023

After breakfast, take a departure transfer (included) to Keflavík International Airport (KEF).


Optional: Why not take a "parting dip" in the Blue Lagoon before your departure (4-hours, depart for KEF at 2 pm)

Included

Breakfast

What's included

What's Included

All transfers and transportation if traveling with the group are private, deluxe, air-conditioned coaches and English-speaking guide.

Gratuities to Restaurant Staff and Hotel Porters

Local taxes on accommodation and sightseeing tours, based on current rates

First Class Hotels w/porterage

Arrival Meet and Greet Guide

Meals as listed on the itinerary

Guided Tours as listed

Guided Tours and Admissions per the itinerary

Comprehensive travel itinerary and documents

Welcome gifts for you: travel backpack, travel adapter, rain poncho, Luggage strap + tags, documents wallet, and...a $500 airfare rebate certificate for use on future trips!

Visas and Transfers + their handling fees

Tips for the Tour Guides and Drivers – suggested amount is $6.00 (USD) a day for each guide and $3.00 (USD) a day for each driver.

Meals that are not listed in the itinerary

Tip and Gratuity Increase in local tax rates

Early room check-in; late room check-out

Personal items

Miscellaneous fees, i.e., individual transfers; passports, extra hotel charges (mini bar, spa, gym, etc.); airline seat selection, laundry, meals not listed in the itinerary, beverages at meals, and baggage fees

See https://www.bagtravel.net/terms-and-conditions/ for our full list of exclusions.

Travel Protection - strongly recommended for any trip. You may request a quote upon check-out.

Accommodation

Single or Double Occupancy Package

Single or Double Occupancy Package

Choose your prefered # of beds during checkout.

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Welcome to Iceland's largest hotel, right in the heart it's capital: Reykjavík. It's conveniently located in the central business district, with plenty of shopping, cultural attractions, and nightlife - just a short walk away.

Stracta Hotel

Stracta Hotel

This expansive, four-star hotel complex is a luxurious place to rest our heads after a long day around the sights of Hella. Yes, as in…a town named after the Norse Goddess of the Underworld! 💀 

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Fosshotel Núpar

The Fosshotel Núpar is located in Iceland's ruggedly-beautiful southern region, full of thunderous waterfalls, crackling glaciers, and glowing lava fields. Enjoy your oasis of tranquility and luxury in this paradise of natural wonders. 

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  1. Please note that each traveler is responsible for finding their roommate. Please review our full Terms & Conditions page for more info on B.A.G. Travel's Roommate policy. 

  2. Passengers without a roommate will be assessed a supplement per the posted Single Occupancy pricing schedule. 

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  5. Payment Types: Please note that only credit and debit card payments are accepted and are subject to a convenience (processing) fee. 

  6. Additional Payments: You may make additional payments beyond the deposit until the Final Payment Deadline.

IMPORTANT: WITHOUT TRAVEL PROTECTION COVERAGE, ALL PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE. Investing in Travel Protection will allow you to enjoy your trip with the confidence of coverage by one of the world's most experienced travel insurers.  If a traveler becomes ill during a tour and has not purchased insurance, all hospital and medical expenses are the traveler’s responsibility.

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Passengers registering for the tour accept the responsibility for being in good health and able to walk and travel on tour(s). Because many of the sites are not accessible to the physically challenged, those needing oxygen, wheelchairs, or other ambulatory assistance will find the tour extremely limiting to their experiences. We reserve the right to refuse or revoke travel to anyone who is, in the sole judgment of B.A.G. Travel, incapable of group travel without causing undue demands upon the staff or other tour participants. 

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Deviations: Passengers who choose to depart from a different city than the group, deviate from the group, or travel on a pre or post-tour will be on another flight(s) from the group.

Late Changes: At final payment, B.A.G. Travel begins cutting back group space (releasing unsold space). Any changes after the last payment date (name changes, flight changes, late additions, cancellations, etc.) will incur fees.

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Name Change Fees: will be a minimum of $200 (USD) and as high as complete ticket replacement.

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Air Upgrades & Deviations:

  • Economy Plus / Premium Economy: $2000+
  • Business Class: $4000+

Costs can be much higher depending on the airline and routing.

Upgrade Procedures: Any passenger choosing to upgrade or deviate from the group will not travel with the group.

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Most deviations require separate transfers to and from the group hotel. B.A.G. Travel can arrange these transfers ahead of time for an additional cost.

Travel Protection costs will increase because of upgrades or deviations. Increases must be paid with upgrade/deviation payment. B.A.G. Travel will provide an updated invoice for the additional Travel Protection cost. 

Due to limited motorcoach capacity, B.A.G. Travel requests that tour members carry one suitcase plus one carry-on flight bag. 

  • Garment bags cannot be handled. 
  • Additional baggage is subject to a supplemental charge. 
  • Porterage for one standard-sized suitcase is included at all overseas airports and hotels and is collected in advance by B.A.G. Travel. 
  • Baggage insurance is recommended to cover the possible loss or damage to guests'/passengers’ baggage or personal belongings. 

Current health and security measures around COVID-19 may impact this trip's elements and affect some travel services' operations. COVID-19 is causing constant and ongoing changes in the application of the above measures, and the way an airline, airport, or country chooses to deal with the threat of COVID is constantly changing.

The country you are traveling to may all have strict requirements on travel to limit the spread of COVID-19.

These requirements may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Wearing masks at airports, on flights, and in public.
  • Active testing for COVID-19 may include testing before permission is granted to board any flight or enter a country
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  • Subject to screening on arrival at your destination or any transit country.
  • Subject to quarantine periods in any country subject to screening results.
  • Changing restrictions on sightseeing due to closures or other public health concerns.
  • Subject to limitation/restrictions on travel to the destination by your country of residence/citizenship.
  • Possible compulsory quarantine on return to your country of residence/citizenship.

Each traveler is responsible for keeping themselves informed of all requirements about their trip and any COVID-19-based restrictions. We suggest these are constantly monitored until departure, as they can change anytime. So that you know, B.A.G. Travel is not liable for any loss due to failure to read and understand the information and its relationship to your trip. For more information, B.A.G. Travel recommends consulting your own and the destination country’s Government websites for any specific travel advisory details about your trip.

Please keep in mind that all touring is subject to change based on the local operator's discretion. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this contract. While you see all the sites listed on the itinerary, the order of sites/or days may be altered to accommodate changes in airline schedules, hotel schedules, or local conditions. If the itinerary changes necessitate overnights, you will be charged a minimum of $125 per person in a double occupancy room or a minimum of $175 per night in a single room. Meals for extra nights are not included. 

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ROOMMATE CANCELLATIONS: Please note that if your roommate cancels, you will be responsible for paying the difference in room cost if you cannot secure a replacement within 30-days of departure. 


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Iceland Northern Lights Adventure

Iceland · October 4 - 13 2024 · 9 nights

FROM$4,275.00/pp

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