Top Reykjavik Night Cruises

Embark on a one-of-a-kind yacht cruise along the Reykjavik coast while chasing the northern lights on this evening tour from Reykjavik. Make your own way to the waterfront start point, hop aboard your vessel, and get cozy with blankets on the deck (or warm up in the inside area). As you cruise, look out for the aurora borealis, and sip a drink from the on-board café (additional expense).

Enjoy a special way to hunt for the northern lights when you set off an evening boat tour from Reykjavik. Once the night sets in, make your own way to the waterfront departure point, hop aboard your vessel, and keep your eyes to the skies: your guide will do everything they can to help you discover the aurora. While cruising, admire the coastline, look out for wildlife, and grab a snack or drink from the on-board café.

Discover Reykjavik’s foodie scene and sample delicious Icelandic cuisine on this walking tour. Visit a variety of Reykjavik eateries from restaurants to a hot dog stand, and sample a selection of local favorites such as Icelandic cheeses, lamb, and homemade ice cream. Along the way, pass by landmarks such as Hallgrimskirkja, the Harpa concert hall, and Parliament House.

Get up close and personal with puffins on this eco-cruise from Reykjavik. With your local nature guide, step aboard a custom boat that lets you glide right up to Akurey Island's jagged shore to watch the seabirds in their natural habitat. Enjoy engaging commentary about the puffins' biology and behavior from your guide. Includes the use of binoculars for viewing birds and a multi-lingual audio guide app.

Increase your chances of spotting one of Iceland's wildest natural attractions on a northern lights cruise from Reykjavik. Before boarding your sightseeing vessel, learn the science behind the aurora borealis from your guide. Then, wrap up warm and head onto the water. Enjoy unobstructed panoramas from the viewing deck, or slip into the heated lounge to purchase warm drinks. Leave the city lights behind in search of the aurora borealis.

The northern lights draw hopeful travelers from across the world to Iceland, but knowing how to boost your chances of the best sightings requires skill, practice, and a bit of luck. On this northern lights bus tour, enjoy round-trip travel from your Reykjavik hotel and head out into the Icelandic countryside with your experienced guide.

Located on Iceland’s rugged western shores, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula attracts travelers keen to admire the country’s impressive coastal scenery. During this tour, explore top Snæfellsnes attractions including Arnarstapi village, Djúpalónsandur Bay, and Mt. Kirkjufell, and step off the tourist trail to hit hidden corners of the peninsula many visitors miss. Avoid the tourist coaches and enjoy time to admire the scenery, with pickup and drop-off at your Reykjavik hotel included.

This evening tour from Reykjavík vastly improves your chances of seeing the northern lights. Your guide uses live data and forecasts to take you to the best locations to potentially spot the lights. Tuck into traditional Icelandic pastries and hot chocolate while you wait, and take home photos of you taken during the evening.

Seeing Iceland’s south coast in a single day can feel rushed or impersonal on large coach tours, but this small-group experience offers a more comfortable and flexible way to explore. Travel from Reykjavik in a luxury minibus through volcanic landscapes, stopping at highlights such as Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, the black-sand beach of Reynisfjara, and the Solheimajökull glacier.

This seasonal bus tour from Reykjavik takes you to prime viewing spots for chasing the northern lights with a guide who knows the best locations. The tour includes hotel pickup and offers audio guides in multiple languages. If you don't spot the aurora borealis on your tour night, you can try again free of charge on another evening.

The Golden Circle is Iceland's most famous sightseeing route, but visiting it independently requires a car with excellent suspension. This tour from Reykjavik takes you to the route's three attractions—UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, Gulfoss waterfall, and the Geyser geothermal area—with a visit to the mighty Kerid Crater, all without requiring you to get behind the wheel, while you enjoy your guide's insights into natural history and culture.

Discover the scenery of southern Iceland, without the hassle of driving, on this full-day tour from Reykjavik. Journey past lava fields, icebergs, and glacier lakes as you explore the Sólheimajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers. Keep your camera poised as you admire the black-sand beaches and dramatic rock formations of Vik, as well as the mighty Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls.

Witness the three wonders of the famous Iceland Golden Circle, without the hassle of driving, on a day trip from Reykjavik. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with a guide and learn the history and geology of each site. See the mighty Gullfoss waterfall, the bubbling pools and Strokkur waterspout at Geysir, and the incredible tectonic rift at Thingvellir National Park.

Maximize your time in Iceland with a tour that takes you beyond Reykjavik and into the country's wild landscapes. Venture out with a local guide to explore the Snaefellsness Peninsula to explore black sand beaches, dramatic lava fields, rugged coastline, traditional villages, and more. Uncover spots you'd miss if exploring independently, learn about Iceland's history, and check off plenty of must-see locations in just one day.

There are just a handful of places in the world where you can spot the northern lights, and if you’re lucky enough to witness the natural phenomenon, it’s sure to be a highlight of your trip to Iceland. On this small-group tour, you’ll maximize your chances of seeing the auroras as your guides use real-time weather data to predict the best times and viewing locations. And if the lights don’t make an appearance, you can join another tour for free.