About this experience
Discover Iceland’s stunning South Coast by bus. Visit the charming village of Vík, marvel at the mighty Skógafoss, and return in the evening for an unforgettable Northern Lights hunt.
Highlights
- Discover the basalt columns at the black sand beach of Reynisfjara
- Hunt for the legendary Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis)
- Experience the power of the cascades at Skógafoss Waterfall
- Walk behind a veil of water at Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
What's included
- Local guide
- Specially trained Northern Lights guide
- Free Wi-Fi and USB charger for each seat
- Multilingual in-app audio guide
- Hotel pickup (if option selected)
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Climb aboard a modern bus equipped with free Wi-Fi and USB chargers, and enjoy a GPS-sensitive audio guide through our downloadable app, available in 10 languages. Learn fascinating facts about Iceland and the sites you’ll visit as you depart Reykjavík and head south, staying connected and sharing your experience along the way..
Start with a drive through the lava fields by the active volcano of Hengill mountain. Then, head down to the rich coast and farmland. On clear days you will see Hekla volcano and the glacier-capped Eyjafjalljökull volcano rising majestically above the coastal mountains at its base. Just a few kilometers off the coastline you might also see the volcanic Westman Islands.
Stop at the 60-meter high Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, famous for the hidden pathway behind it. Continue to the powerful cascades of Skógafoss Waterfall and take a short walk up a flight of steps to discover one of Iceland´s most scenic views. Next, go to Sólheimajökull Glacier on your way to Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach. Watch the waves of the Atlantic Ocean crash on the black sands and see the jagged basalt sea stacks and huge basalt-column cave off the coast.
Continue to the southernmost village on Iceland with a trip to Vík, located on the main ring road around the island. Despite its small size and tiny population (only 291 inhabitants) it is still the largest settlement for 70 kilometers! Return to Reykjavík for a rest before part 2 of your adventure.
Reconvene in the evening to search for the legendary Northern Lights in the night sky. For many, this is the reason to come to Iceland in the winter, and while sightings are weather dependent and cannot be guaranteed, the Northern Lights (also known as the "Aurora Borealis") are mysterious and magical when they appear. The result of powerful solar storms, the lights need clear winter skies to be visible. Rest assured, your expert operational team has decades of experience analyzing weather patterns and the operator carefully reviews the conditions on a daily basis. You will not set off unless they think there is a good chance of spotting the lights, resulting in a high success rate.
Be guided by one of the specially trained Northern Lights guides, and get tips on how to take photos of the natural phenomenon. Dress warmly as you will be out in the cold.
Terms & conditions
• There is no minimum number requirement for this tour
• Please dress according to the weather. In Iceland it is always smart to wear warm and waterproof clothes as weather changes are swift and you should expect the unexpected. Bring a waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good outdoor shoes are recommended
• The tour is approximately 13 hours in total, including around 3 hours on the Northern Lights section
• Northern Lights tours are operated from August 15th - September 30th & March 15th to April 15th at 22:00.
• From October 1st to 14th of March 21:00.