Reykjavik

Name: Reykjavik
Brand: Exodus
Rating: 4.7 (58 reviews)

Top 5 Natural Wonders to Experience from Reykjavik

Northern Lights

Although there’s no guarantee of seeing the aurora borealis, it should be on every traveller’s bucket list. No performance is ever the same and even locals are still mesmerised by its appearance, which illuminates the dark winter skies in soft greens, reds and yellows. The best months to see it is from late September to March, when the skies are darkest.

The Great Geysir

There are many geothermal areas in Iceland, but the Haukadalur valley in the Golden Circle is the best. It’s home to the Great Geysir and Strokkur, where spouts of hot water erupt almost 200 metres in the air. Great Geysir is much less active nowadays, but Strokkur continues to put on a fantastic show with eruptions almost every five minutes.

Blue Lagoon

The most renowned geothermal spa in Iceland has milky blue waters, a mineral-rich combination of sea and fresh water that’s said to be great for the skin. There are also excellent facilities here, such as steam rooms, a sauna and relaxation area. Sinking into the hot lagoon during winter is heavenly, especially if the Northern Lights appear as you bathe.

Midnight Sun

Also known as the Polar Day, this natural phenomenon, in which the sun never completely dips below the horizon, occurs during summer in Iceland. It takes some getting used to, but it’s a magical experience. Set your alarm and go for a walk in the middle of the night, while basking in the sunshine.

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Jökulsárlón, the largest and most impressive glacier lagoon in the country, is called the crown jewel of Iceland. A Zodiac boat trip is one of the best ways to experience it, as you sail on the icy waters below gigantic icebergs. Walk to Diamond Beach, just half a mile away, to see icebergs that were swept onto the shore, studding the black sand like diamonds.

Adventure Holidays to Reykjavik

This dramatic coastal city, which is often the start and end point of trips in Iceland, can be explored in depth on our holidays to Reykjavik. Unlike many capital cities, Reykjavik feels quiet and uncrowded and a stroll around the streets reveals the lack of traffic and calm atmosphere. During summer, the city is bathed in perpetual daylight and, owing to the midnight sun, it’s even possible to take photos without a flash at midnight.

Reykjavik is the most northerly city in the world and the gateway to many of the most famous natural sights in Iceland. Surrounded by mountainous peaks and lunar-like landscapes, this is a unique city packed with surprises. There are endless outdoor adventures to enjoy on our Reykjavik tours, from Northern lights trips and glacier walking to bathing in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon. This naturally heated pool lies on the Reykjanes Peninsula and is one of the most popular places to visit on holidays to Reykjavik. Alternatively, explore the city streets to seek out avant-garde architecture, such as Hallgrimskirkja church and the Harpa concert hall.

From October to early March, the Northern Lights can often be seen painting the sky above Reykjavik in shades of pink, green and yellow as they perform their elegant dance. Also known as the aurora borealis, this natural phenomenon will captivate you with its ethereal glow.

The Golden Circle is an unbelievable landscape that incorporates Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall. These three natural sites combine to form one of the most incredible places to visit on Reykjavik tours.

Reykjavik Adventure Holidays

5 Days from £ 1699

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Explore the dramatic countryside of Iceland in search of the aurora borealis, tumbling waterfalls and glittering glaciers

Winter

13 Days from £ 12895

Guided Group (Excl. Flights)

Enjoy phenomenal eclipse viewing in the High Arctic and discover the natural wonders of the Vestfjords

Polar Expeditions

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Wow! If it’s adventure you are after, then you’ve come to the right place. Iceland has so much to offer, not only the Northern Lights. There are glacier hikes, caving, surfing, whale watching to name a few activities in Iceland. For the not so physical, there are beautiful waterfalls and amazing landscapes that are breathtaking to say the least. If you have never been to Iceland and you’re contemplating it, do it! You won’t regret it.

Nikita Davies Iceland Northern Lights

A whistle stop tour through the extremes of Iceland’s landscape and weather! The itinerary is essentially waterfalls on day one, glaciers on day two and the ‘golden circle’ on day three. We had atrocious weather (lashing rain and 100mph winds) on day one so perhaps visiting three waterfalls wasn’t the best idea. They were very crowded and the weather made it impossible to really appreciate them. The glacier walk on the second day had to be abandoned due to high winds but not until after about an hour in the weather putting all the kit on and probably another hour attempting to get up the path. The northern lights are elusive and I found them disappointing – you can’t really see them with the naked eye, only through a camera lens set to the right exposure. We saw them on a separate bus tour on our last night in Reykjavik, not on the tour itself. Thankfully we had sunshine and calm for the last day. The landscape is beautiful and the food was delicious, if not all that varied. The long drives were broken up well with rest stops and road side sights.

Laura Waters Iceland Northern Lights

Great tour guide, nice small and friendly group, great locations to explore and lucky enough to see the lights.

Adam Fouracre Iceland Northern Lights

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