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Northern Lights and Highlands Adventure

From £1330

Excluding Flights

5 Nights

Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec

Overview

This 5-night break combines a stay at three locations perfect for observing the northern lights. The exceptional Hotel Ranga in the heart of South West Iceland, ideal for exploring the wealth of natural wonders that abound in the surrounding countryside. Brand new Highland Base Kerlingarfjoll in the remote highlands and the Northern Light Inn on the Reykjanes Peninsula.

On this short self drive you will have the opportunity to explore the wealth of natural wonders on the south coast and adventure into the remote highland wilderness.

Hotel Ranga is a luxury 4-star ranch-style hotel around a two hour drive from Reykjavik, sitting under vast open skies in Iceland’s rural south with uninterrupted 360° views. The hotel exudes sophistication and has a reputation for excellent service, yet retains an intimate and friendly atmosphere. It offers an extensive wine list and acclaimed gourmet menu. Ranga also has it’s own observatory with a retractable roof and two high-powered telescopes.

A remote mountain range deep in Iceland’s central highlands, Kerlingarfjöll is an extreme paradise of steaming geothermal valleys, glacial rivers, perennial snow fields, and panoramic vistas. Located in the Ásgarður Valley at the edge of Kerlingarfjöll, Highland Base is a sanctuary of warm comfort, hearty cooking, and geothermal bathing – a place to relax and recharge in the heart of a forbidding environment.

The Northern Light Inn sits on the volcanic Reykjanes Peninsula just a 20 minute drive from the airport and within walking distance of the Blue Lagoon. A 360° observation lounge on the second floor provides a very comfortable place to relax and watch for the aurora.

Itinerary

On arrival at Keflavik international airport collect your rental vehicle and enjoy a scenic drive to Hotel Ranga. This is your home for the next 2 nights, in a spectacular location under big skies ideal for sightings of the aurora. Ranga is the perfect place to bring the night sky to life with its roll-off roof observatory which houses two high quality telescopes, with special camera attachments to take photographs of the sky.

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Hotel Ranga, near Hella

Around an hour's drive from Reykjavik, this cosy riverside lodge offers four-star comfort and fine dining in the volcanic heart of rural Iceland.

Discover the beautiful south; explore the iconic waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss, which cascades over a former sea cliff, and the wide thundering curtain of Skogafoss; visit the little town of Vik with its hilltop church, walk along dramatic black sand beaches and past basalt cliffs and distinctive sea stacks.

Optional Experiences

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Lava Centre

The new Lava Centre offers visitors a full multimedia experience; immersing guests into Iceland’s volcanic and seismic life.
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Eyjafjallajokull by Superjeep

This unique superjeep tour takes you up onto Eyjafjallajokull, the glacier atop the volcano that infamously erupted in 2010.
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Snowmobiling on Eyjafjallajokull Glacier

Snowmobiling on the infamous Eyjafjalajokull glacier is the perfect length of time for first-time riders and individuals looking for a scenic, fun ride.

An early start this morning to drive the Golden Circle route taking in Iceland’s three most famous natural wonders: the scenic national park Thingvellir where Iceland’s ancient parliament met, the rainbow misted double falls of Gullfoss, and the geothermal hotspot of Geysir with its well-known geyser Strokkur which regularly erupts to around 30m. From Geysir head to the meeting point for your transfer to Highland Base.

Highland base is located in the remote highlands only accessible by superjeeps from October to June. Choose from a selection of optional activities or relax in the geothermal baths.

Highland Base Kerlingarfjoll

Highland Base is a sanctuary of warm comfort, hearty cooking, and geothermal bathing in a stunning mountain location.

Optional Experiences

Highland Base Winter Excursions

Choose from a selection of excursions including snowmobiling, guided walks and nordic skiing.

A full day to choose from a selection of excursions (pre booking recommended) and relax in the geothermal baths.

On clear nights from October to April with assistance from a guide, witness an awe-inspiring canvas of northern lights, planets, stars, nebulae, and galaxies through the hotels high-powered telescope.

This morning depart on the Superjeep transfer back to your rental vehicle. Head to the Northern Light Inn on the Reykjanes peninsula, the base for your final night in Iceland.

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Northern Light Inn

A delightful, well-appointed hotel in a great location.

Perhaps visit the iconic Blue Lagoon this morning (pre booking recommended) before returning to Keflavik in time for your return flight.

Optional Experiences

Blue Lagoon

Take a dip in the naturally heated waters of the award-winning Blue Lagoon, one of Iceland’s premier attractions.

Prices & departures

What's Included

  • Accommodation in standard rooms with private bathroom

  • Daily breakfast

  • Car rental throughout

  • Unlimited mileage

  • No charge for additional driver

  • Return Transfer from Skjol Basecamp to Highland Base

  • 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday

  • No surcharge guarantee

  • Full financial protection

From £1330 Excluding Flights

5 Nights

Jan-Apr & Oct-Dec

Prices are per person based upon 2 sharing, subject to availability. Your Travel Specialist will confirm the exact price based upon your tailored requirements, inclusions, and travel dates.

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