From Reykjavik: Northern Lights & Stars Bus Tour Northern Lights & Stars: 3-Hour Tour without Hotel Transfer
ID: GYG72117-300797
Category:
Country: Iceland
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
For many, the possibility of seeing the northern lights is the reason for a visit to Iceland during the winter. The season, with its pure and crisp air, offers some of the best conditions for seeing stars and frequent sightings of the aurora borealis.
Embark on an excursion to see the northern lights, one of the most beautiful celestial displays found in nature. In addition, there are many other cosmic wonders waiting to be discovered. All you need to do is gaze skywards at the Arctic night canopy to marvel at the magic.
Board one of the fleet’s new buses in Reykjavík, and take a comfortable seat where you’ll find a computer tablet and an in-bus audio guide (available in 10 languages). You’ll also find a USB charger and have access to the free WiFi onboard. The audio guide provides useful tips on how best to capture the northern lights with your camera.
You’ll not only be in search of the legendary and mesmerizing northern lights, but you’ll also be able to pinpoint some of the constellations of stars. Learn what they are and what they have represented to Icelandic ancestors and to different cultures throughout time. You’ll have assistance in finding the best-known constellations and stars.
There are a few factors that determine whether it’s likely you’ll be able to see the northern lights and the guides are experts in reckoning your chances of seeing them. This means they have a high success rate and do not go out unless they feel the odds are well in your favor.
In order to find the northern lights, you need 2 things: patience and warm clothing. If by chance you didn't bring a warm jacket, no worries. The tour operator has ultra-warm Aurora Jackets for rent!
Highlights
- Search the sky above Iceland for the northern lights
- Learn the basics of northern lights photography
- Choose from 10 different languages on your in-bus audio guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Teenagers 12-15 years: 50 percent discount; children 0-11 years old join for free
• From 28 August-30 September and 1 April-15 April departures at 10:00 PM
• From 1 October-31 March, daily departures at 9:00 PM
• If you do not see the Northern Lights, you can take the tour again for free
• Departures are highly dependent on weather
• There is no minimum number of participants
• There are no age limits
• Be sure to dress according to the weather. In Iceland it is always wise to dress in warm, waterproof clothing. Weather changes can be sudden so expect the unexpected. Bring a waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good outdoor shoes are recommended
• Audio guide on bus: it is a good idea to bring your own headphones because they will fit you best. It is also great for the environment. If you don’t have headphones with you or forgot to bring them, you can purchase them on board
• Tour duration: approximately 3 hours
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must bring your own headphones
Your tour starts from Reykjavík Terminal, centrally located at Skógarhlíð 10, 105 Reykjavík.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
