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Akureyri Northern Light Tour

2 hours 30 minutesNorth IcelandThe Traveling VikingFree cancellation on most tours

Akureyri Northern Light Tour

Akureyri Northern Light Tour is a 2 hours 30 minutes experience run by The Traveling Viking in North Iceland, from 11.000 ISK per person. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as we whisk you away from your hotel under the cover of night, setting out on a thrilling quest to chase the legendary Northern Lights.

11.000 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup
Included (mandatory)
Region
North Iceland
Travel by
Bus
Operator
The Traveling Viking

About this tour

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure as we whisk you away from your hotel under the cover of night, setting out on a thrilling quest to chase the legendary Northern Lights. Our journey begins in the comfort of a coach or mini bus, but the real excitement starts as we leave behind the glowing city of Akureyri and plunge into the wild, untouched landscapes of rural Iceland. Here, far from the city’s electric glare, the sky becomes our stage. Named after the Roman goddess Aurora, the Northern Lights ignite the heavens in a mesmerizing spectacle - swirling, twisting, and painting the night with vibrant colors and mysterious shapes.

As we track down this elusive phenomenon, you’ll have plenty of time to capture the magic with your camera. Along the way, you’ll hear tales of ancient Greeks who called these lights the “Dance of the Spirits,” and stories from medieval Europe where they were seen as divine messages. Icelandic folklore whispers of angels twirling across the sky, their flowing dresses weaving these dazzling ribbons of light. Join us on this epic journey, and witness the Northern Lights as explorers and dreamers have for centuries - with wonder, awe, and a sense of adventure.

What’s included

  • We provide warm drinks (hot chocolate) and biscuits.
  • Blankets are available.
  • WiFi on board

What to bring

  • Warm clothing and sensible shoes. Water bottles.

Good to know

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps

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Where it starts

Akureyri

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Frequently
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questions

How long is Akureyri Northern Light Tour?
The tour runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Akureyri Northern Light Tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 11.000 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io