Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

G Adventures · 7 days

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Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula
7 Days
From AUD $3779
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(20 reviews)

Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

G Adventures · 7 days

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Duration

7 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Budget

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

There’s no doubt Iceland has an alluring atmosphere that’s impossible to ignore. On this perfectly paced seven-day adventure you'll journey through Iceland’s varied landscapes and see some of the best sites in this island country.

Includes

Activities

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Wellness Moment: Sky Lagoon Geothermal Hot Springs, Reykjavik
  • Lava caving (Leiðarendi Cave)
  • Golden Circle sightseeing
  • Þingvellir National Park visit
  • Geysir Hot Spring visit
  • Gullfoss waterfall visit
  • Northern Lights viewing opportunities (2 nts)
  • Southern coast drive including Skógarfoss waterfall and Seljalndsfoss waterfall
  • Day tour of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Sky Lagoon entrance
  • Reykjavik CEO-led City Tour
  • Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations

Accommodation

  • Hotels (4 nts), Icelandic guesthouse (2 nts).
  • 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transport

  • Walking, Private vehicle.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Highlights

  • Keep your eyes peeled for dazzling displays of the Northern Lights
  • Explore the Golden Circle and meet the famous Icelandic horse
  • Spend time soaking in the Sky Lagoon outside of Reykjavik
  • Enjoy an immersive day tour of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.
Iceland Adventure: Northern Lights & Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Trip Details

Duration

7 days

Transportation

Walking, Private vehicle.

Guide Language

English

Starts

Reykjavik, Iceland

Finishes

Reykjavik, Iceland

Accommodations

Budget

Travel Style

Classic, Budget

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

1

Day 1: Reykjavik

Arrive at any time.
Make your way to Reykjavík today to start your tour.


Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel Cabin
2

Day 2: Reykjavik/Álftröð

Travel from Reykjavík to explore a lava cave and see the natural power of volcanoes first-hand. In the afternoon, get up close and personal with the famous Icelandic horse before returning to Álftröð. In the evening, you will have your first chance to see the Northern Lights out in the countryside.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Go beneath the earth's surface to discover how Iceland was created. Walk and crawl through the Raufarholshellir cave that was carved out by flowing volcanic lava, and marvel at the multi-coloured rock formations left in its path.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - The Icelandic horse is a very unique breed. Although small and at times pony-sized, Icelandic horses are long-lived and hardy. At our guesthouse, stop by the farm and learn all you need to know about the Icelandic horse, with a focus on its gait and unique character.Accommodation - Alftrod Guesthouse
3

Day 3: Álftröð

Travel to Sólheimajökull glacier and take some time to explore the area, visit the Skogar Museum or opt for a stunning hike. Drive the scenic southern coast and visit the Skógafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls on the way back the guest house, before enjoying a homemade dinner.
The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon, and sightings will be dependent on weather conditions. G Adventures cannot guarantee that travellers booked on this tour will experience the Northern Lights.

Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit Skogar Museum and take a tour of one of Iceland's most iconic sights, a traditional turf house. Named after the turf used to create the walls and the roof, these cheap but effective houses helped the early Icelandic people to survive the region's harsh seasons. Learn about the construction of these homes, the families who lived there and how a unique culture evolved out of these humble communities.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Visit Skógafoss, one of the largest and most recognizable waterfalls in Iceland. The 60m (200 ft) high falls forms a constant mist that floats in the air, if viewed in the sunlight the mist can create rainbows. The sound and view of the thundering water cutting through the green hills make the falls a must-see on any trip to Iceland.Activity - Seljalandsfoss is a 60m (196 ft) tall waterfall located along the popular ring road. Behind the flow of water is a path, allowing visitors to peek behind the curtain of water cascading over the rocks above.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Alftrod Guesthouse
4

Day 4: Álftröð/Reykjavik

Head to Þingvellir National Park. Visit sights like the Geysir Hot Spring and Gullfoss waterfall before transferring back to Reykjavik for one final evening with your new friends.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Discover one of the most impressive waterfalls in Iceland, Gullfoss, and complete the circuit known as the Golden Circle. This massive waterfall cascades over three “steps” before spilling into a large crevice. Fed by a glacier lake, the water passing through the falls can be a dark grey depending on how much sediment gets pushed through the river.Activity - See a variety of geothermal pools and the erupting hot spring Strokkur. Geysir is one of the oldest geysers recorded in the world, but is most often dormant. Strokkur erupts a spray of boiling hot water straight into the air about every ten minutes.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Stop at Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site, to see the tectonic faults created by North American and Eurasian tectonic plates shifting apart. The Oxara river cuts through the largest rift in the valley, Almannagja, and leads to the Oxarafoss waterfall. Iceland’s parliament was also established in the area in 930. The park was later created to protect the remains of the open-air assembly grounds.Accommodation - Hotel Cabin
5

Day 5: Reykjavik

This morning join an optional snorkeling to the Thingvellir Silfra (where the tectonic plates meet). Spend free time in Reykjavík before an evening a guided tour through the city with your CEO and some time at the beautiful Sky Lagoon for a warm soak.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Take a tour of the city, learning more about its history, architecture, people and culture.Activity - Enjoy a uniquely Icelandic experience, a warm geo thermal bath overlooking the water near the city.Free_time - Enjoy free time to further explore Reykjavik on your own. Maybe opt to float between the tectonic plates.Accommodation - Hotel Cabin
6

Day 6: Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Today explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Made famous by Jules Verne's Journey to the center of the Earth, the region is known to features many of Iceland's unique landscapes on one peninsula. Stop in small fishing towns and discover beautiful vistas along the way. Today you get Iceland in a nutshell.
Winter or summer, the Snæfellsnes peninsula is one of the most scenic destinations in Iceland. This place is magical and spellbinding with moss-covered lava fields, picturesque mountains, gorgeous black sand beaches, roaring ocean waves, charming little villages, and great vistas from sea cliffs. It's a long day, but well worth it.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, visiting places such as Kirkjufell, or 'Church Mountain', on the north shore, Ólafsvík and Arnarstapi villages, and Djúpalónssandur pebble beach.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Cabin
7

Day 7: Reykjavik

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $3,779
(Tour only)
Per Person Standard

Duration: 7 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

There’s no doubt Iceland has an alluring atmosphere that’s impossible to ignore. On this perfectly paced seven-day adventure you'll journey through Iceland’s varied landscapes and see some of the best sites in this island country.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 06 Apr 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.0
Aaron H.
Traveled, December 2023

12/17/2023

This was a good trip over a beautiful landscape. The guide was excellent. I only downgraded it slightly because December is probably not the best time to offer this trip. With only 4-5 hours of daylight everyday, this limits the kinds of activities that can be done. This trip in October or March would probably be perfect because there is still a good probability of seeing the Northern Lights, but there would be more daylight for the other activities.

4.0
Yavuz S.
Traveled, December 2023

12/17/2023

Well organised tour and everything work really well and our CEO Hilmar was great

Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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