Hidden Powers and Northern Lights Tour 2022 - 2023

• Guided Coach Tour from day 2 to day 5
• Expert professional English-speaking guide from day 2 to day 5
• Accommodation 2 nights in a standard room with facilities in Reykjavik
• Accommodation 3 nights in a standard room with facilities in the countryside
• Icelandic breakfast (except arrival day)
• 3 Two-course local-cuisine dinners in the countryside (main course and dessert, with coffee/tea Day 2, 3, 4)
• Souvenir Icelandic Search and Rescue keyring
• Entrance fee to the Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Centre (day 2)
• Visit to outdoor geothermal bakery and taste of steam-baked rye bread (day 2)
• Entrance fee to the LAVA Centre and LAVA Centre Cinema (day 3)
• Visit to a local horse farm to meet Icelandic horses, plus Icelandic refreshments
• Blue Lagoon admission, including towel rental, silica mud mask and one drink (day 5)
• Use of crampons/cleats (if needed)
• Great photo stops
• Free Wi-Fi on board motor coach
• Seat rotation during the tour
• Northern Lights guided hunt on foot one selected evening
• Northern Lights hunting kit (use of blanket and headlight)
• Customer care service during office hours
• 24-hour emergency line assistance while you are in Iceland
• Northern lights “wake-up call” option during the night on days 2 – 4 (please note: available at most countryside hotels)

• Breakfast on arrival day
• International airfare
• Baggage porterage at airport/hotel
• Personal travel insurance (highly recommended)
• Swimsuit at the Blue Lagoon (rentals available)
• Round-trip transfers between airports and hotels
• Beverages, snacks, lunches, dinners unless otherwise noted in itinerary
• Guaranteed early check-in (check-in time for most hotels in Iceland starts between 14:00 and 16:00 (2:00pm and 4:00pm)
• Guaranteed late check-out
• Any service not specifically listed under “included”

Day 1. Arrival

Airport transfer is not included, but we are happy to help you arrange shared or private transfers.

Please note that check-in at most hotels starts at 14:00 (2:00pm).


Overnight stay in Reykjavík.
Dinner is on your own.

---

Day 2. Þingvellir National Park - Geysir - Gullfoss waterfall

Your winter tour starts with three of Iceland's most iconic sites, known as the classic 'Golden Circle':

• Your first stop is the Northern Lights Centre in Reykjavík – a information centre where you can learn all about the amazing natural phenomenon that is the Northern Lights, and get excited about the forthcoming hunt for them
• Next you head to Þingvellir National Park – a site of incredible geological, cultural and historical interest, both as the site of the world's first parliament and as the meeting point of two tectonic plates
• The next stop is Geysir – an otherworldly geothermal landscape of boiling pools, hot springs, and the geyser Strokkur, which erupts into the air every few minutes
• Then it's on to Gullfoss – one of the most magnificent waterfalls in Iceland

Dinner and overnight stay in the South Iceland
Approximate Driving Distance: 185 km (115 miles)

---

Day 3. The South Shore of Iceland

Along the way you'll enjoy the lovely south coast, with its varied scenery and fantastic views. The highlights include:

• The new Lava Centre, an interactive, high-tech educational exhibition depicting volcanic activity, earthquakes and the creation of Iceland over millions of years. Enjoy both the exhibit and viewing an interesting film about Icelandic volcanoes at the center's cinema.
• Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss – two impressive waterfalls set in beautiful surroundings
• Reynisfjara Beach – with its dramatic rock formations
• Eldhraun, a vast lava field created from a very destructive 18th-century eruption

Dinner and overnight stay in Kirkjubæjaklaustur area
Approximate Driving Distance: 200 km (124 miles)

---

Day 4. Vatnajökull National Park - Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

The focus today is on two jewels of Icelandic nature, where you can experience the stunning and varied character of the Icelandic landscape:

• Vatnajökull National Park - which covers almost 14% of Iceland
• Jökulsárlón Glacial Lagoon – where sublime icebergs float in the freezing blue waters and seals are known to visit
• The Diamond Beach - where shrinking icebergs settle on the black sands before they drift out to sea
• Skaftafell National Park – one of the most breath-taking areas of Iceland, overlooked by the largest glacier in Europe, Vatnajökull

Dinner and overnight stay in Kirkjubæjarklaustur area
Approximate Driving Distance: 260 km (162 miles)

---

Day 5. Hveragerði - Blue Lagoon - Reykjavík

Time to drive back the South Coast and end the tour at the world famous Blue Lagoon.

• Your journey leads you through the geothermal village of Hveragerði – famous for its surprising geothermal activity and the many greenhouses that are heated by local hot springs. Hveragerdi is often called “The Flower Village” because of its many flower greenhouses heated by hot water from nearby springs.
• You will visit a horse farm to meet some locals: Icelandic horses.
• Then it's on to the Reykjanes Peninsula, home to the world-famous Blue Lagoon – set in a lava landscape where the miraculous, mineral-rich waters offer the chance to relax and re-energise after your incredible journey through the Icelandic landscape
• The day ends with the journey back to Reykjavík where the city's many attractions await.

Overnight stay in Reykjavík. Dinner is on your own.
Approximate Driving Distance: 365 km (227 miles)

---

Day 6. Departure

Today you will depart back home. Airport transfer is not included, but we are happy to help you arrange shared or private transfers.

Please note that the breakfast might be a light breakfast if you are taking an early morning departure flight.

---

March 07, 2023	English, Dutch		Sold out	QUALITY ACCOMMODATION - Larger Group
March 09, 2023	English		Sold out	QUALITY ACCOMMODATION - Larger Group
March 21, 2023	English		Sold out	QUALITY ACCOMMODATION - Larger Group
March 30, 2023	English			QUALITY ACCOMMODATION - Smaller Group
April 04, 2023	English		Sold out	QUALITY ACCOMMODATION - Larger Group

• PLEASE NOTE: Please check carefully which accommodation category is offered for the departure date you would like to book and book the tour with the appropriate price accordingly.
• 20% Deposit
• Cancellation Policy
• Time of cancellation for individual traveller(s):
• More than 8 weeks (56+ days) prior to arrival: deposit (20%) charged
• 10 days and more than 72 hours: 75% charged
• 72 hours' notice and less: 100% charged

Max group size: 16 or 36 passengers
Minimum size: Guaranteed with 3 participants.
Languages: English, Dutch
Minimum age: 8 years
Duration: 6 days/5 nights

Good to Know: Generally, on Day 2 – 5 there will be no more than 45 minutes to one-hour driving between each tour stop. You’ll arrive at each night’s accommodation in the late afternoon.

Important Information:
• Northern lights are dependent on weather conditions and sightings are not guaranteed
• We reserve the right to alter routes without prior notice, due to road conditions
• Please advise us at booking time if you have food allergies or dietary preferences
• A minimum of 3 passengers is required to guarantee each departure

Accommodation is available in Quality or Comfort categories, depending on departures.

Quality category: These are quality hotels, guesthouses and farmhouse accommodation, all with private facilities and breakfast included.
In Reykjavik: 4-star hotel. In the Countryside: The most comfortable accommodation available in each area. Most of the groups stay at the following hotels. Please note this is an advised hotel list and subject to change.

Day 1 – Fosshotel Reykjavik

Day 2 – Stracta Hotel

Day 3 – Hotel Klaustur

Day 4 – Hotel Klaustur

Day 5 – Fosshotel Reykjavik

Comfort category: These are pleasant and economical standard hotels, guesthouses and farmhouse accommodation, all with private facilities and breakfast included. Generally, 3 star or equivalent both in Reykjavik and countryside. Most of the groups stay at the following hotels. Please note this is an advised hotel list and subject to change.

Day 1 – Reykjavik Lights

Day 2 – Hotel Selfoss

Day 3 – Fosshotel Nupar

Day 4 – Fosshotel Nupar

Day 5 – Reykjavik Lights

PAYMENT:

A non refundable deposit of 20%, of the total package price should reach TOURIS within 3 days of confirmation of booking and full payment not later than 6 weeks prior to tour departure. In case of delay on payments, TOURIS will reserve the right to treat this as a cancellation and withdraw its confirmation of the services.

Every detail regarding the booking must be included, in order for TOURIS to ensure efficiency, including the passengers name, flight information, all accommodation, tours and other services.

Children 8-11 years old travelling with 2 adults and sharing 1 DBL room: 25% discount (valid only per 1 child)
Children 12 years and older pay full price as adults.
It is not recommended that children 0-7 years old travel on scheduled tours.

*Solo travel option on the following dates, 15% discount on single room price: Nov 17, Feb 9, Mar 9. Please contact us for booking the tour with this solo travel option.

Prices may change without prior notice. If an incorrect price has been listed, we reserve the right to refuse, cancel or limit any order placed at the incorrect price.

Insurance:
To avoid dispute in case of cancellation, we strongly recommend that our clients purchase a comprehensive travel insurance in their home country, that covers your cost should you have to cancel your tour. This kind of travel insurance is usually not expensive and it frequently covers other risks too.

Highlights of the tour

Þingvellir National Park
Geysir Geothermal Area
Gullfoss Waterfall
Eyjafjallajökull Glacier
Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
Skógafoss Waterfall
Reynisfjara Beach
Kirkjubæjarklaustur Town
Skaftafell
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Hveragerði Town
The Blue Lagoon