Reykjavík Christmas Getaway with Lava Tunnel

Throughout your multi-day trip with Iceland Tours, you’ll be based in the Icelandic capital of Reykjavík or Akureyri the capital of the North. From here, you can join guided tours into the surrounding countryside to soak up the mind-blowing scenery. Your package will include at least one day trip, and depending on the length of your tour package you can opt to add more.

It’s worth bearing in mind that you won’t have the same guide throughout your trip. In fact, on each escorted group day trip from Reykjavík or Akureyri, you’ll get to meet a new guide and new fellow travelers.

What’s more, spending each night in the same accommodation means you don’t need to worry about unpacking and repacking during your trip. It also gives you the chance to experience more of the city’s restaurants, food halls, and bars. And you’ll have time to browse the local shops and visiting the city’s attractions.

When you opt for a multi-day package, you won’t be traveling with the same guide and group throughout your trip. This means that number of fellow travelers you meet on your guided excursions will vary depending on the activity.

For instance, if you’re going on an ice cave tour, your group could include a just a handful people. Meanwhile, a tour of the Golden Circle by bus will often be a larger group as you’ll likely be traveling by coach. And you’ll find evening Northern Lights tours are usually by coach too, although you have the option to upgrade to a small group, super jeep, or boat tour.

Depending on the excursion, your bus could be either a minibus or coach. Most buses will have free onboard Wi-Fi and charging points for your phone. Larger buses also have overhead compartments for stowing your bag and jacket.

It’s good to know that although there’s no restroom on the bus, your guide will make sure to include regular breaks throughout the journey.

Yes, all of these multi-day trips include airport transfers by bus from Keflavík International Airport to Reykjavík on arrival and departure.

On each morning of your trip, you’ll get a tasty continental breakfast at your accommodation. In most places, this is served buffet-style in a communal dining room.

With most packages, lunch and dinner are not included so you’re free to choose from all of the options available. In Reykjavík and Akureyri, you’ll be spoiled for choice when deciding where to eat.

Some festive packages include special meals. Check the ‘What’s included?’ section for the individual package to find out exactly what you’ll get.

If your package features longer day tours, you’ll find that the guide will factor in lunch and restroom stops. But it’s still good to come prepared by packing a few snacks and plenty of water. And if you prefer, you could bring a picnic lunch rather than eat out.

Absolutely! You can customize your package by:

• Picking your level of accommodation (Budget, Comfort, or Quality)
• Extending your stay with extra nights in Reykjavík at the start or end of your trip
• Adding optional activities, such as a food tour or glacier hike

Because a multi-day trip is made up of different excursions every day, you won’t always be with the same group. That said, Iceland is small enough that you might just bump into someone from the day before!

If you’re looking for the kind of experience where you can hang with the same group and make new friends, we also offer guided group tours of Iceland. These are led by local experts who will take you and your travel buddies all over the country.

Enter your dates and the number of people in your group on the tour package page. Here you can also choose your accommodation level.

At checkout, you can customize your trip with extra days and activities. Afterwards, follow the steps to finalize your booking and you’ll get a confirmation from us via email.

There’s one more thing that’s great to know: all it takes is a 5% deposit to secure your booking today.

Christmas is a popular time of year to travel to Iceland, so departures can sell out quickly. It’s a good idea to book a few months in advance to make sure you’re able to secure your dates.

This means you only need to focus on getting ready for your trip and the holidays!

Once you’ve booked your vacation package, you can go ahead and book your flights. So you can get the best choice and price, flights aren’t included with packages from Iceland Tours.

December is the darkest month of the year in Iceland, so you have a great chance of spotting the Northern Lights, also known as the aurora borealis.

To see them, you’ll also need clear skies and a high level of solar activity. You’ll boost your chance of seeing them if you go out to the countryside, away from the city lights. These packages all include a Northern Lights tour in a suitable location.

Hungry to learn more about the aurora? Find out the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland.

The average temperature in Reykjavík in December is around 1°C (33°F), which might be a bit warmer than you expected.

In the countryside, it tends to be a few degrees colder than in town, so make sure you wrap up warm when you’re exploring Iceland’s nature.

Find out more about what to expect from Iceland’s weather and climate.

There’s a good chance of snow in Iceland in December, which means if you’re lucky you could have a white Christmas! On average, there’s 61 mm (2.4 in) of snowfall in Reykjavík in December.

December is one of Iceland’s colder weather months, so it’s a good idea to plan ahead and pack smart so you stay warm and comfortable.

Here’s a suggested Iceland Christmas packing list:

• Warm winter coat
• Hat, scarf, and gloves
• Thermal underlayers
• Jumpers and fleeces
• Waterproof outer layer
• Sturdy walking boots
• Swimwear (for pools and hot springs)
• Your favorite Christmas outfit!

Make sure you leave some room in your suitcase for gifts for friends and family too! Get more tips and tricks in this Iceland winter packing guide.

There’s an incredible amount you can do on a multi-day vacation from Iceland Tours. Here’s some ideas to spark inspiration:

• Roam the black sands of Reynisfjara beach on a south coast tour
• Venture under a glacier on a guided ice cave tour
• Complete the Golden Circle, including Gullfoss waterfall
• Explore ‘Iceland in Miniature’ on the Snæfellsnes peninsula
• Join a glacier hike across thousand-year-old pack ice
• Go whale watching from Reykjavík and spot the gentle giants
• Follow in the footsteps of Vikings at Þingvellir National Park
• Marvel at natural hot springs, like the Strokkur geyser
• Unwind in the soothing waters of the Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon
• Hunt down the Northern Lights on a magical winter tour

Because you’ll be based in Reykjavík for your whole trip, most excursions will take you to the south or west of Iceland. Be sure to check out this guide to the best things to see and do near Reykjavík.

If you want to see North Iceland, East Iceland, or the Westfjords, you might want to consider a self-drive or guided group tour. These are also great options if the Ring Road is on your must-do list.

For even more inspo, explore these awesome things to do in Iceland.

No worries! Iceland Tours is already offsetting the carbon footprint of your tour package. We've teamed up with an environmental fund in Iceland to cover the carbon offset for all our tours.

Carbon offsetting for international flights is not included, but we suggest checking with your airline or through a local environmental fund for options.