Iceland's Magical Northern Lights 2025

There's something magical in the air. Chase the auora borealis across this ethereal wonderland.

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Iceland's Magical Northern Lights 2025

Reykjavik, Northern Lights Cruise, Golden Circle, Skogafoss Waterfall, and so much more!
September 29 - October 5, 2025
7 Days, 11 Meals

Collette and Van Galder, Experiences of a lifetime!

Day 1

Overnight Flight
You're on your way to Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. Where steaming lava fields and massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords. In this land of many natural wonders, enjoy the rare opportuity to search for the aurora borealis - one of nature's most dazzling light displays, also known as the northern lights.*

Day 2

Reykjavik, Iceland - Tour Begins
Welcome to Iceland's capital city, Reykjavik. Make yourself comfortable at your hotel before refueling with breakfast. This afternoon, get acquainted with old town Reykjavik on a walking tour with a local guide to see the harbor, city hall, the Parliament building, and the nearby cathedral dating back to 1796. Gather with fellow travelers at a popular restaurant for dinner featuring Icelandic cuisine. This evening, take an adventurous northern lights cruise** and sail into the darkness of Faxafloi Bay in search of the aurora borealis.*

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Day 3

Reykjavik - Golden Circle - Vik
Travel the Golden Circle this morning to experience natural wonders, including the explosive Geysir thermal area and the double-cascade Gullfoss waterfall. Experience the famous Thingvellir National Park, where you'll stand upon the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. In the afternoon, stop at the Lava Exhibition Center and delve into Iceland's past and present volcanic eruptions. Afterward, witness Seljalandsfoss, a rushing waterfall where you may walk behind the water for unique views from inside out before continuing onto Vik. Driver, or venture on foot, into the stillness of rural Iceland in search of the northern lightsl. Enjoy three nights of searching to increase your likelihood of catching a glimpse of these elusive lights.*

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Day 4

Vik - Reynisfjara - Vik
The day begins with a journey to Reynisfjara, a volcanic sandy beach surrounded by basalt formations and home to thousands of nesting sea birds. Look out over the natural rock formations at Dyrholaey, a small peninsula of volcanic origin towering over the ocean. Next, visit the Skogar Museum and discover its turf-built homes and artifiacts. Afterward, stand in awe before the impressive Skogafoss waterfall, one of Iceland's biggest and most beautiful waterfalls. Cap off your day with a visit to Solheimajokull Glacier, Iceland's fourth largest glacier. After dinner, gaze at the sky in search of the northern lights.*

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Day 5

Vik - Jokulsarlon Glacial Lagoon - Vik
This morning, travel through the area of Vatnajokull National Park to Jokulsarlon glacial lagoon and marvel at all the floating icebergs. Explore this extraordinary landscape as you search for seals swimming in cold waters. Enjoy even more breathtaking scenery on your way back to Vik. After dinner, continue searching for the shimmering northern lights dancing across the night sky.*

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Day 6

Vik - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavik
Drive along the south shore towards the Reykjanes Peninsula. Known for its rigged landscape, lava fields, and numerous hot springs, the peninsula is home to the Blue Lagoon. Take a dip in the warm, mineral-rich waters of the geothermal pool, located in the heart of the dramatic lava field. Return to Reykjavik for your farewell dinner and overnight stay.

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Day 7

Reykjavik - Tour Ends
Depart for home with many incredible memories of your time in Iceland.

B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

DEPOSIT: $698 at time of reservation; final payment due May 23, 2025. Once final payments have been received, stringent cancellation penalties apply.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Overnight flight (1 night); Centerhotel Grandi, Reykjavik (1 night); Hotel Dyrholaey, Vik (3 nights); Centerhotel Plaza, Reykjavik (1 night). On some dates alternate hotels may be used. Single accommodations are on a request basis and not guaranteed.

TOUR INCLUSIONS: Collette tour director, roundtrip motorcoach/airport/resort transfers, roundtrip air, accommodations, luggage handling at hotels, admissions/attractions, and 11 meals, including 6 breakfasts and 5 dinners.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: Optional, but highly recommended. Available at booking only for $549 per person.

PASSPORT REQUIRED: Passport must be valid for 6 months upon departure from Reykjavik, Iceland. You are strongly encouraged to visit www.travel.state.gov for the latest details on passport requirements.

ETIAS VISA WAIVER: Effective for travel beginning May 2025, all visitors who do not need a visa to enter Europe will be expected to apply for an ETIAS visa waiver, for a fee, when visiting a Schengen Area Country. To identify Schengen Area Countries and to complete the ETIAS application, please visit https://www.etiasvisa.com/

ACTIVITY LEVEL 3 / HEAVY WALKING: Physical stamina required. Stair climbing, longer periods of walking and/or standing may be involved, along with higher elevations and longer days. Participants must be able to keep up with group.

ADDITIONAL FEES: Airline luggage fees and fuel surcharges (if applicable) are additional and vary by airline.

*The northern lights are in the Northern Hemisphere from September through April and are only visible when the sky is clear and free of clouds. As this tour is weather dependent, sightings of the northern lights are not guaranteed.

**The northern lights cruise is weather dependent and may be postponed or cancelled in the event of adverse weather or sea conditions.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Contact Details	Distance
Janesville, WI	Van Galder Terminal 3120 N. Pontiac Dr., Janesville WI
Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride 4545 East Broadway, Madison WI
Rockford, IL	Van Galder Terminal 7559 Walton St., Rockford IL
South Beloit, IL	Fas Mart/McDonald's ($3 per day) Hwy 75 and I90, South Beloit IL