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Scenic Lake Myvatn geothermal area is also a hotspot for viewing the Aurora Borealis

This holiday can be re-designed and tailor-made for your own unique experience

Introduction

The magnificent North is a land of adventures and breath-taking beauty and one of the best places in Iceland to seek the Northern Lights in the winter months.

Beautiful Lake Myvatn
Optional winter activities
With luck - the Northern Lights

Optional activities - such as horse riding and snowshoeing

Depart UK, arrive Keflavik & transfer to Reykjavik

Fly to Akureyri and transfer to Myvatn
At leisure for optional sightseeing or winter activities
Explore Akureyri & afternoon flight to Reykjavik
Transfer to Keflavik, depart Iceland, arrive UK.

The magnificent North is a land of adventures and breath-taking beauty and one of the best places in Iceland to head in winter to seek the Northern Lights.

On this short winter break discover the regions breath-taking beauty and spectacular nature for yourself as you take in the delights of Akureyri and experience the very best of Lake Myvatn. With opportunities for winter activities and remote Northern Lights viewing, this really is the perfect short break.

Spend a night in Reykjavik before embarking on your northern adventure the following morning. After a short flight to Akureyri, enjoy a sightseeing tour as you transfer to Myvatn.

The Myvatn region has gained an excellent reputation for its winter fun, allowing you to head out on a cross country ski or snowshoe trip, try winter horse riding or experience a snowmobile or husky safari. 

Winter sightseeing tours are also available taking you to stunning landmarks such as Godafoss, Dettifoss and the mystical Dimmuborgir or simply choose to relax in the warm waters of Myvatn Nature Baths. There will be time to explore the town of Akureyri before returning to Reykjavik for a final night but with so much to still discover why not extend your time in this wonderful country.

 

October - March

Cost from £

From £1,210 per person

Price is based on 2 persons travelling and sharing a room and is dependent on travel dates.

Our trips are almost always tailored to your requirements, we'll make small changes or alter the itinerary completely for you.

Departure Dates

Any day to your requirements.

Difficulty

An easy tour dependent on the activities undertaken. There may be some rough ground when walking.

Flights

Direct flights on Icelandair and British Airways from London Heathrow. Regional departures are possible, please enquire.

Time

GMT +0 hours, same as UK.

Extending your tour and visiting the best locations in the south of Iceland.

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