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Northern Lights Coach Tour with Live Forecast and English Guide

4 hours Reykjavík areaMagic Iceland Travel Free cancellation on most tours

Northern Lights Coach Tour with Live Forecast and English Guide

Northern Lights Coach Tour with Live Forecast and English Guide is a 4 hours experience run by Magic Iceland Travel in Reykjavík area, from 9.988 ISK per person. Northern Lights Tour in Reykjavik Leave Reykjavík behind and head into Iceland's winter wilderness on a Northern Lights adventure designed for travellers who value comfort, expert guidance, and the best possible chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis.

9.988 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
4 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
6 years
Pickup
Available
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Bus
Operator
Magic Iceland Travel

About this tour

Northern Lights Tour in Reykjavik

Leave Reykjavík behind and head into Iceland's winter wilderness on a Northern Lights adventure designed for travellers who value comfort, expert guidance, and the best possible chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis.

After pickup in Reykjavík, travel aboard a modern 57-seat comfort coach equipped with onboard Wi-Fi and a restroom. As you leave the city's light pollution behind, our experienced local team continuously monitors live weather conditions, cloud cover, and aurora forecasts to select the most promising viewing locations for the evening.

Unlike tours that follow the same route every night, every departure is planned according to real-time conditions. This flexible approach helps maximize your chances of experiencing one of nature's most spectacular phenomena while enjoying a relaxed and comfortable journey through Iceland's winter landscapes.

Along the way, your guide will explain the science behind the Northern Lights, how aurora forecasts work, and why each viewing location has been carefully selected. You'll also receive practical photography tips to help you capture the Aurora Borealis, whether you're using a professional camera or simply your phone.

Stay warm with complimentary hot chocolate as you wait beneath Iceland's dark skies for the first signs of shimmering green ribbons, dancing curtains of light, or colourful aurora displays.

The Northern Lights are visible from late August/September to April, but as a natural phenomenon, sightings can never be guaranteed. If the aurora does not appear during your tour, you are welcome to join one additional scheduled departure free of charge, subject to availability. For the best opportunity to see the lights, we recommend booking your tour early during your stay in Iceland.

Combining experienced local guides, real-time aurora forecasting, comfortable transportation, and carefully selected viewing locations, this Northern Lights tour from Reykjavík offers a relaxed, informative, and unforgettable Icelandic winter experience.

What’s included

  • Professional English-speaking local guide
  • Modern comfort coach with onboard Wi-Fi and restroom
  • Real-time aurora and weather forecasting
  • Complimentary hot chocolate
  • Photography tips from your guide
  • Free retry tour if no Northern Lights are seen (subject to availability)

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Camera
  • Warm clothing
  • Outdoor clothing
  • Comfortable shoes

Good to know

  • The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings cannot be guaranteed.
  • Our guides use live weather, cloud cover, and aurora forecasts to choose the best viewing locations each evening.
  • The tour lasts approximately 4 hours, depending on weather and viewing conditions.
  • Pickup begins at 10:00 PM in late August, September, and April, and at 9:00 PM from October through March. Your exact pickup time and location will be confirmed after booking.
  • Dress warmly in layers and wear sturdy footwear, as you will spend time outdoors.
  • Complimentary retry is included if no Northern Lights are seen during your tour (subject to availability).
  • The itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, or aurora activity.
  • If the tour is cancelled by us due to weather or safety conditions, you will receive a full refund.

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Where it starts

Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting point: Bus Stop #12 Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 6, Reykjavík

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Frequently
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questions

How long is Northern Lights Coach Tour with Live Forecast and English Guide?
The tour runs about 4 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Northern Lights Coach Tour with Live Forecast and English Guide operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 9.988 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
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 6 years old.