Embark on a quest to see otherworldly beauty of the naturally occurring aurora borealis, more commonly known as the Northern Lights, on this unique, 7-night land program. Discover Iceland’s “Big Three” wonders, known as the Golden Circle—the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Þingvellir National Park; the two-tiered “Golden Waterfall” of Gullfoss; and Strokkur,
an active geyser that erupts every few minutes. Join guides as you chase the iconic lights at the optimum time of year.
Program Details
- Exclusive journey to incredible Iceland, in search of the magical spectacle of the Northern Lights, dancing across the sky.
- Created in our tradition of innovative programming and educational travel.
- Included excursions throughout your program.
- Specially arranged visits to try to catch the otherworldly beauty of the naturally occurring aurora borealis, more commonly known as the Northern Lights.
- One UNESCO World Heritage site — Þingvellir National Park.
Day 1 - Depart home city
Day 2 - Reykjavík
Day 3 - Reykjavík
Day 4 - Golden Circle
Day 5 - Reykjavík/Akureyri
Day 6 - Goðafoss/Lake Mývatn/Námaskarð/Dimmuborgir
Day 7 - Akureyri/Siglufjörður
Day 8 - Akureyri/Hraunfossar/Reykjavík
Day 9 - Reykjavík/Return to home city
Hotel Borg, Reykjavík
A sophisticated landmark in the heart of Reykjavík, Hotel Borg has been welcoming heads of state and travelers for nearly a century. Overlooking the gardens and cafes of Iceland’s main square, the hotel is surrounded by such illustrious landmarks as the parliament building and the national cathedral. Revel in the understated elegance of Art Deco interiors, including custom furnishings, large bathtubs, and heated marble floors. The lower level offers a dedicated spa, while shops, restaurants,
and cafes are just steps away.
Hotel Kea, Akureyri
Set in the heart of Iceland’s second city overlooking a stunning fjord, Hotel Kea exudes a classic ambience in the center
of Akureyri, the gateway to Iceland’s north. Enjoy the hotel’s welcoming service and refined interiors. Climb the grand
steps to the Church of Akureyri next door or stroll to nearby shops, museums, and gardens from this boutique property’s prime location.
Elín Björk Jónasdóttir
Icelandic native Elín Björk Jónasdóttir, head of the Icelandic Meteorological Office’s (IMO) natural hazard monitoring and weather forecasting department, has considerable experience in land, aviation and marine forecasting. She has worked numerous severe weather events in Iceland for the past 15 years as a weather forecaster and coordinator, including volcanic eruptions, and has forecasted volcanic ash and gas distribution.
Jónasdóttir oversees training and recruiting new forecasters and natural hazard specialists. She also is involved in case studies, analysis, developing new tools for forecasting purposes and communicating weather‑related hazards to civil protection authorities and the general public. In addition, she launched an impact-based weather warning system in 2017, when she became the IMO’s head of weather services. She has been in her current role since 2023.
Elín earned a bachelor’s degree in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma and a master’s degree from the
University of Oslo.