Spending two nights at idyllic Hotel Ranga deep in the spectacular countryside of Southwest Iceland, this escorted short break provides excellent opportunities for seeing the aurora borealis. An expert-guided tour of the Golden Circle’s natural wonders is included, along with tour around Reykjanes or along the South Coast, as well as the legendary Blue Lagoon.
Northern lights watching at Hotel Ranga
Around an hour’s drive from Reykjavik, the friendly, ranch-style Hotel Ranga is in prime aurora country: clear horizons, big skies and no artificial light pollution. An aurora wake-up service ensures you never miss a sighting, while the hotel’s superb observatory has computerised telescopes for incredible night sky viewing. You can also gaze at the cosmos from outdoor hot tubs – or keep an eye on the northern lights through the picture windows of the restaurant while enjoying gourmet meals prepared using fresh local produce.
The Golden Circle
On this exciting short break, you’ll spend a full day exploring the famous Golden Circle with its iconic trio of natural wonders: the twin-tiered waterfall of Gullfoss thundering into an ice-encrusted gorge, Geysir’s seething mud pits and Strokkur fountain geyser and Thingvellir’s fascinating history and plate tectonics.
South Coast
Visit the spectacular highlights of Iceland’s South Coast including Skogafoss which is one of the biggest waterfalls in the country, admire the iconic Reynisfjara black sand beach and take in the impressive views of the Solheimajökull outlet glacier.
Blue Lagoon
Enjoy a relaxing dip in the therapeutic, naturally heated waters of the Blue Lagoon is also included, followed by a night at the Northern Light Inn.
Itinerary
Arrive in Keflavik in the late afternoon. The group will then be transferred with their guide to Hotel Ranga for a two night stay on a half board basis (dinner will be a 3 course set menu). Please note that arrangements are usually made for participants to dine as a group.
Hotel Ranga, near Hella
Visit the spectacular South Coast with the highlights of Skogafoss, Reynisfjara black sand beach, Vik village, Solheimajökull outlet glacier with a walk towards the viewing area & Seljalandfoss. Your guide will also show you Gjlufrabúi waterfall, the gorge dweller, which only a few minutes’ walk from Seljalandsfoss.
Visit the famed Golden Circle route including Þingvellir National Park, where you can walk the rift in between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, the spectacular cascading waterfall Gullfoss and the spouting geyser of Geysir. Then continue on to the world famous Blue Lagoon for a dip in the warm waters then transfer to the Northern Light Inn for an overnight stay.
The guide will leave the group upon arrival at the hotel. The dining options for this evening vary but your guide and the reception staff will be able to make a recommendation should you wish. All dining options for this evening are payable locally.
Northern Light Inn
Blue Lagoon
Transfer to Keflavik for the flight back to the UK (payable locally). If your flight is in the afternoon you may want to extend your tour of Iceland’s dramatic coastline by booking an optional excursion to explore the Reykjanes Peninsular (subject to minimum numbers).
Prices
What's Included
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Accommodation in rooms with private bathroom
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2 nights at Hotel Ranga on half board basis, 1 night at Northern Light Inn on breakfast basis
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All breakfasts, 2 dinners at Hotel Ranga (3 course set menu)
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Entrance to Blue Lagoon as per itinerary
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Aurora Wake-up Service
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Excursions as per itinerary
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Services of driver/guide
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24-hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £1499 Excluding Flights
3 Nights
Jan-Feb
Group Size
This escorted group requires a minimum number of participants of 12 in order to operate, and all departures will have a maximum of 29.
Note: on occasion tours may operate with less than the minimum number of participants specified above (or exceed the maximum number indicated) – please refer to our booking conditions for more details
Private departures
Please contact us for a private departure on any date suitable for you. This itinerary can be tailor made to fit your requirements and group size.
Make this trip yours
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Faroese Islands explored
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Shooting stars with northern lights
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