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Overview
Northern Lights Adventure: Small Group Iceland Tour´ Join us for a cozy, unforgettable night chasing the aurora borealis in a small, intimate group (max. 19 guests). Our friendly local guides, who specialize in Northern Lights forecasting, use live data every evening to find the best, crowd-free locations, giving you the best chance to see this magical phenomenon. Wrap yourself in warm Icelandic wool blankets, sip delicious hot chocolate, and savor traditional pastries as the night sky comes alive. Our guides, who are also professional photographers, will capture beautiful photos of you under the lights, delivered straight to your inbox within 8 days, so you can relive the magic. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a shared story of Icelandic folklore, stargazing, and the untouched beauty of Iceland’s wilderness. If the auroras don’t appear, don’t worry, we’ll invite you back for free. Let us help you create memories you’ll treasure forever!
Redemption Instructions
Thank you for booking your Northern Lights Tour with us! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure under the starry skies. Your booking includes complimentary hot chocolate, pastries, and photos taken by our guides. Just bring your enthusiasm and warm clothing, and we'll handle the rest. *Important Information:* - Tour Confirmation: Due to the nature of the Northern Lights, tour confirmation will be provided on the day of the tour. Check for updates between 1-4 pm GMT: - Email: Sent to the email address provided at booking. - Website: Check our banner at www.eastwest.is. - Phone: Call +354 792 7500 to hear a recorded message. - In Person: Check with your hotel's reception or the tourism information center in Reykjavik. *Pick-up: Starts 30 minutes before the tour. Be ready at your designated location. - Aug 15–Aug 31 & Apr 1–Apr 18: from 21:30 - Oct 1–Mar 31: from 20:30 *Rebooking and Refunds: - If you attend a tour but don't see the Northern Lights, you can join another tour free of charge, subject to availability (no refunds). - If we cancel due to poor weather and you haven't attended a tour, you will receive a 100% refund. If you've already attended a tour, you can rebook (subject to availability) for up to 2 years, but no refund will be provided. *Photos: If you haven't received your tour photos within 8 business days, please contact us at eastwest@eastwest.is. Thank you for choosing us! We look forward to creating unforgettable memories with you.
Pickup Information
Pick-up begins 30 minutes before departure time. * Aug 15–Sep 30 & Apr 1–Apr 18: from 21:30 * Oct 1–Mar 31: from 20:30 We need to have your email address on record so we can send you an email 30 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time. This email will contain a description of our car, including a photo and license plate number. We will also provide the name of the guide in the email. Our driver-guide will always stop, get out of the car, and search for you. They won't leave the pick-up point unless they cannot locate you.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. First off, you will start your hunt for the Northern Lights with a bit of planning via the Aurora forecast and start your exploration by heading towards the selected location. You might drive for up to one hour to reach a good spot and perhaps wait for the lights to appear. At this point, we take out the hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries. We also have Icelandic wool blankets on board to keep you warm while standing outside. There may be the decision of changing spots, by interacting with other locals as there are many different people outside looking for lights every night. We do this to increase the possibilities of finding Northern Lights. If there are no northern lights while on tour, you get to try again for free (upon availability). By traveling in a minibus you get the quality of a small group of no more than 19 people, as crowds are being avoided in order to get to the best spot available.
Inclusion
Photos (if conditions allow)
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Use of Icelandic woolen blankets
Professional driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Hot chocolate and Icelandic pastries
Exclusion
Food and drinks, unless specified
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the access to restroom facilities out of urban areas is very limited while on the Northern lights tours.
Even with the best of guides and a detailed forecast, sightings are never guaranteed. If we don’t find any lights while on tour, you can join us again another day for free (upon our availability). You will not be entitled to get a refund, though.
A refund is only possible if the tour never operates while you are in Iceland and you never get the chance to join the tour which sometimes happens due to unfavorable weather conditions.
The tour is operated in a minibus and does not exceed more than 19 passengers.
Availability for tour cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of shown availability.
This tour takes place at night, please dress up accordingly with warm garments. Bring along a hat, gloves and a scarf. Waterproof clothing is always recommended while touring around Iceland.
Please check your email inbox, we will send you an email on your departure day in the afternoon to inform you if the tour goes ahead or if it is cancelled.Make sure to check the spam inbox too.
Pick-up begins 30 minutes prior to departure time.
Pick up time: Aug 15–Sep 30 & Apr 1–Apr 18: from 21:30 / Oct 1–Mar 31: from 20:30
If our tour is unsuccessful (Northern Lights not visible), photos will not be delivered.
Due to traffic regulations, tour buses are not permitted to drive or stop in certain city areas and may only stop at designated locations. If your hotel isn't on our list, or if you're uncertain about where to meet us for pickup, please email us.
Reviews
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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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