Chase the Northern Lights in Iceland’s Best Season

Experience Iceland at the perfect time of year for Northern Lights viewing—when the aurora activity is high, the skies are dark with minimal moonlight, and the weather is relatively mild. Each night, we head out for multiple chances to witness the breathtaking aurora borealis.

Exclusive, Professionally Guided Day Trips

Travel the stunning South Coast of Iceland, where you’ll discover majestic waterfalls, erupting geysers, black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, and rugged coastal cliffs. Enjoy a farm-to-table lunch at Friðheimar, Iceland’s famous greenhouse tomato farm. Our small group format means we can visit hidden gems that large bus tours skip.

Blue Lagoon Premium Experience

Indulge in Iceland’s most famous geothermal spa with a premium Blue Lagoon visit—including luxurious amenities and the ultimate relaxation in warm, mineral-rich waters.

Expert Local Guides & Comfortable Travel

Explore in comfort aboard our private van with a licensed, professional guide who knows Iceland’s landscapes, culture, and hidden treasures.

Perfect for Solo Travelers or Companions

Whether traveling alone or with a partner, you’ll feel welcome and included. Our tours are ideal for senior travelers, solo adventurers, and couples who want a well-balanced itinerary.

Expert Local Guides

Gain personal insight into the history, culture, and ancient sagas of Iceland from our professional local guide. Their knowledge and storytelling make your experience unforgettable.

Built-in Free Time

While our itineraries are well-planned and activity-rich, we also allow for free time so you can explore Iceland’s wonders at your own pace.

Personal Service from The Traveling Professor

From the moment you book, The Traveling Professor ensures you are well-prepared. We provide guidance on flights, packing tips, passports, money matters, and everything else you need to know before your trip. Have questions? We’re here to help—call us at 413-528-2125 or email us anytime.

• Small groups of 8–14 travelers

• Expert guides with local insight

• Best chance to see the Northern Lights

• Perfect balance of group activities and free time

• Personalized support before and during your trip

Discover Iceland with a tour that combines adventure, culture, and comfort—a journey designed for travelers who want to see and do more.

Visit Reykjavik, Golden Circle, South Coast and Blue Lagoon.  Geysers, glaciers, volcanoes, waterfalls, black sand beaches.  Hunt for the Northern Lights.  Travel with 12-14 travelers on this small group tour. 

Since each tour is planned with traveler input, your tour may be slightly different. We always add in “off the itinerary” sites of interest. Adjustments may be made for crowd management, weather, special events, or conditions beyond our control.

We travel with a small group of 8-14 active adults. This offers the flexibility to do what we want to do, on our own schedule. The Northern Lights tour is carefully planned. We plan a flexible itinerary to re-schedule day trips in case of severe weather.

Breakfast is included each day of the tour. Every day we plan a relaxing lunch and dinner. Please join us or go out on your own - we are glad to offer our best recommendations.

Our guide is with us during the day. Tour leaders are with the group 24/7. Unless otherwise noted, we ask travelers to be ready to go at 8:30 a.m. for a full and active day of touring.

Well before departure date, each traveler is supplied with an updated itinerary along with a complete and detailed information packet. It has advice on packing, money matters, passports, weather, etc. We make sure travelers are well-prepared. And of course, we are always available to personally answer any questions you may have.

Extra nights in Reykjavik are available upon request.

Arrive in Reykjavik after an overnight flight. Check in to the Holt Hotel. Later in the afternoon let’s meet in the lobby, get to know each other, and do a professionally guided walking tour of Reykjavik.

Thingvellir National Park is the site of the founding of the oldest democracy in Europe. Walk through a geologic chasm where Europe splits with North America. Then it is on to an outdoor geothermal bread baking demonstration. It's time for lunch at a hydroponic tomato farm with a delicious lunch (not included in the price) of hot tomato soup and other treats. Spouting geysers, enormous waterfalls and the famous Icelandic ponies are also on the agenda for today.

Tonight, if the conditions are right, we go out for a hunt of the Northern Lights. If we don’t see them tonight, we will go out subsequent nights to see them until the trip is over.

There is plenty to see and do in this very walkable town. Visit the local flea market. The Settlement Museum depicts the settlement of Iceland. There are interesting churches, shops, food markets too.

A day trip to the remote and stunning South Coast of Iceland is a day trip most tourists never see, but all those who go remember. Bring your camera. Volcanoes, black sand beaches, waves smashing against the rocks, towering waterfalls, and icy glaciers are all on today’s itinerary.

n the morning we pack up and check out of the hotel for our private van to take us to the Blue Lagoon. A premium experience there provides the bather with towels, a robe, slippers and a free drink while enjoying the wonderful geothermal springs. We depart from the Blue Lagoon to the airport.