Experience the thrilling forces of nature on a Golden Circle tour and Northern Lights cruise in Reykjavik. Discover geothermal fields, tectonic rifts, and waterfalls during the day, then search for the magical Northern Lights at night.
Experience the thrilling forces of nature on a Golden Circle tour and Northern Lights cruise in Reykjavik. Discover geothermal fields, tectonic rifts, and waterfalls during the day, then search for the magical Northern Lights at night.
- Fridheimar - Begin the Golden Circle tour with a visit to the Fridheimar greenhouse. Discover the fascinating world of Icelandic greenhouses, focusing on eco-friendly tomato cultivation, which is their specialty. Learn about their innovative pest management techniques using biological controls.
- Geysir - Located in southern Iceland near…
- Fridheimar - Begin the Golden Circle tour with a visit to the Fridheimar greenhouse. Discover the fascinating world of Icelandic greenhouses, focusing on eco-friendly tomato cultivation, which is their specialty. Learn about their innovative pest management techniques using biological controls.
- Geysir - Located in southern Iceland near Laugarvatn, Geysir is home to Strokkur, a highly active geyser that erupts water up to 30 meters (98 feet) into the air every few minutes.
- Gullfoss Waterfall - Continue the tour to Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most photographed waterfalls. Formed by the Hvítá river, it dramatically cascades into a 32-meter (105-foot) deep crevice, offering breathtaking views and excellent photography opportunities.
- Thingvellir National Park - Þingvellir National Park is renowned for its historical and geological significance. It hosts the world’s oldest parliament, the Alþingi, and showcases the Mid-Atlantic Ridge above ground, where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates gradually separate by a few centimeters each year.
The Golden Circle tour concludes with a return to your hotel in Reykjavík. You will have 3-4 hours before embarking on the Northern Lights by Boat tour.
- Special Tours - The Northern Lights tour departs at 21:00 from October 1st to March 14th, and at 22:00 from March 15th to April 15th and September 1st to September 30th. If you have arranged for hotel pick-up, it will commence 60 minutes before departure.
The tour sets sail from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík’s city center, reaching an ideal location away from city light pollution in just 15-20 minutes—perfect for aurora viewing! The guide will explain the science behind the Northern Lights and share stories and myths from various cultures. The tour lasts approximately 2-3 hours, depending on the timing of the lights’ appearance.

- Northern Lights by Boat: WiFi, cafe & restrooms on board
- Experienced guide on both tours
- Golden Circle: bus transportation & admission to all activities
- Northern Lights by Boat: warm overalls for every passenger
- Northern Lights by Boat: WiFi, cafe & restrooms on board
- Experienced guide on both tours
- Golden Circle: bus transportation & admission to all activities
- Northern Lights by Boat: warm overalls for every passenger
- Food and drinks (unless otherwise stated)
- Gratuities
- Pick-up service (available upon request for an additional fee)
- Food and drinks (unless otherwise stated)
- Gratuities
- Pick-up service (available upon request for an additional fee)
Embark on a thrilling journey experiencing the elemental forces of nature with a daytime tour of the Golden Circle and an evening cruise under the Northern Lights from Reykjavik. Explore Iceland’s renowned sightseeing trail to behold its three natural wonders: the geysers at Geysir geothermal field, the seismic rift at Thingvellir National Park; and the…
Embark on a thrilling journey experiencing the elemental forces of nature with a daytime tour of the Golden Circle and an evening cruise under the Northern Lights from Reykjavik. Explore Iceland’s renowned sightseeing trail to behold its three natural wonders: the geysers at Geysir geothermal field, the seismic rift at Thingvellir National Park; and the awe-inspiring Gulfoss Waterfall. Later, engage in a 2-3 hour Northern Lights cruise to witness nature’s captivating spectacle in the night sky. The exact duration of the tour depends on visibility. View the lights from the deck while learning about this mesmerizing spectacle and enjoying hot beverages.
Please note: The exploration of Golden Circle is facilitated with German guidance on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. This option can be chosen while making the reservation. The Northern Lights Boat tour is consistently guided in English.
- If this experience is canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Hotel pick up: Available to book directly with supplier (extra fees apply).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.