Celebrate New Year with adventure and relaxation in the Land of Fire and Ice
Turn your New Year’s celebrations into a 5-day winter vacation in Iceland. Catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, see Iceland’s incredible nature, and explore bustling Reykjavík – all in the same trip. And on the big night, enjoy an included dinner and drinks reception with a view of the fireworks.
As well as festive joy, you get a healthy dose of adventure with this package. Follow the famous Golden Circle route, where you’ll see mighty waterfalls and gushing geysers. Go underground and explore a lava tunnel where molten rock once flowed.
In Reykjavík, a local guide will take you on a walking tour of the city center. What’s more, New Year’s Day is yours to spend as you please. On this day, you can pick your very own activity that’s included with your package.
On this tour you will...
Ring in the New Year with a delicious dinner in Reykjavík, and drinks with views of the fireworks
Walk along 30 meters (100 feet) of ancient lava tunnel at Raufarhólshellir
Chase the mind-blowing displays of the Northern Lights on an evening excursion
See plunging waterfalls and giant geysers on the famous Golden Circle route
Soak in a geothermal pool, see the stunning south coast, or explore an ice cave
Delve into the local culture on a guided tour of downtown Reykjavík
Top attractions
Downtown Reykjavík
Gullfoss
Þingvellir National Park
Geysir and Strokkur
Sky Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Skógafoss
Seljalandsfoss
Why book a multi-day trip with Iceland Tours?
Start your tour on the date that suits you
Stay at the same place in Reykjavík for your whole trip
Travel on comfortable buses with free Wi-Fi
Effortlessly customize your trip with extra activities
24/7 emergency helpline in Iceland
Secure your booking with just a 5% deposit
Your 5-day bus itinerary
29 December
Transfer from Keflavík International Airport to your hotel in Reykjavík (included).
Make your way to your hotel and get settled in, before taking time to explore Reykjavík’s city center. Still decorated in festive lights, the city simply feels magical. Wander the main street, Laugavegur, and flit between charming cafés and local boutiques.
Why not take a dip in a local pool and grab a bite to eat before the night ahead?
In the evening
Tonight you’ll set off on your first adventure into the Icelandic countryside. You’ll be whisked away from the city lights to a dark location, ideal for spotting the Northern Lights. Spend an evening chasing them – you’re in for a real treat if you’re lucky enough to catch a glimpse!
If the lights don’t appear for you tonight, not to worry. You can join another aurora-hunting excursion later in your tour.
You also have the option to upgrade to a small group excursion for a more intimate experience, or even a trip via super jeep or boat if you’re feeling adventurous!
Highlights
Downtown Reykjavík
Included experiences, upgrade options & extra activities
ExtraArrival/Departure via Blue Lagoon
IncludedNorthern Lights Guided Bus Tour
UpgradeNorthern Lights Super Jeep Tour
UpgradeNorthern Lights Small Group Tour
UpgradeNorthern Lights by Boat
30 December
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel this morning before heading back into the countryside. Today you’ll walk through an ancient lava tube and see 3 of Iceland’s best loved attractions.
First up is Raufarhólshellir cave in South Iceland. This lava tunnel was formed during a volcanic eruption thousands of years ago, and spans some 30 meters (100 feet) in width and 10 meters (30 feet) in height. You can’t help but be mesmerized by the colorful rocks that make up the cave walls.
Now it’s time to hit the road and follow the Golden Circle route, which covers Þingvellir (Thingvellir), Geysir hot springs, and Gullfoss waterfall. Þingvellir is where Icelanders would meet for parliament during the Viking era. It’s also an area of stunning natural beauty, with its intriguing rock formations and crisscrossing streams. What’s more, the European and North American tectonic plates meet here.
At Geysir, you can see the Strokkur geyser erupt up to 20 meters (65 feet) into the air every few minutes. Finally, you’ll stop off at Gullfoss. The name of this mighty multi-tiered waterfall translates as ‘Golden Falls’.
31 December
In the morning
This morning your experienced local guide will meet you in Reykjavík city center. They’ll be wearing Icelandic national costume, ready to show you around the historic heart of the city and teach you all about local New Year’s customs.
Your first stop will be to meet the Icelandic Search and Rescue Team. Each year they raise funds by selling New Year’s fireworks. Your guide will grab some to set off at the end of the tour as you enjoy a glass of champagne.
The afternoon is yours to spend as you like before this evening’s celebrations.
In the evening
Head to Grand Hótel for an evening of celebration (starts 18:30). First enjoy a welcome drink (included), followed by a grand gala buffet (included). Here you can choose from a wide range of starters, main courses, side dishes, and desserts (open from 19:00).
Vegan options available.
After dinner, head upstairs to the Háteigur lounge for a New Year’s Eve reception (22:00–01:00). Enjoy champagne, canapés, and an incredible view of the fireworks over the city.
1 January
On New Year’s Day, you can pick one of 4 different activities. Ultimate relaxation or active adventure in the Icelandic countryside: the choice is yours!
2 January
Transfer from Reykjavík to Keflavík International Airport (included).
After having enjoyed a New Year’s break with the perfect mix of adventure and R&R, it’s time to head home. You’ll have the photos and stories to show for it too!
What’s included?
Quality accommodation every night
Continental breakfast every day
Airport transfer
Northern Lights guided bus tour
Golden Circle & lava tunnel tour
New Year’s Eve walking tour of Reykjavík
New Year’s Eve buffet gala dinner
24/7 emergency helpline when you’re in Iceland
VAT, taxes & service fees
Flights to Iceland
Food & drink, unless otherwise stated
Attraction entrance fees, unless otherwise stated
Personal travel insurance
FAQs about our multi-day trips
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