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Highlights

  • Start a guided evening bus tour departing Reykjavik to chase the magical Aurora Borealis into Iceland’s untouched wilderness.
  • Venture deep into dark rural areas, away from city lights, for ideal conditions to witness the full brilliance of the Northern Lights.
  • Learn about the science and stories behind the Northern Lights with photography tips from expert English-speaking guides on board.
  • Enhance your experience by opting for add-ons like hotel pickup.

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Getting started

Start an memorable journey into Iceland's Northern Lights with our expertly guided tour. Witness nature’s dazzling light show, the Aurora Borealis, in a 90+ minute exploration where clear skies offer optimal viewing conditions.

Your English-speaking guide will share insights about this natural spectacle and provide photography tips to capture stunning images of constellations and stellar formations. With assistance on camera settings right at your seat, you'll be ready to snap the perfect shot. Enjoy comfort with in-bus amenities like computer tablets, audio guides available in 10 languages, free WiFi, and USB chargers for all devices.

Optional upgrades for a tailored experience

Elevate your adventure by opting for hotel transfers or adding tickets to Reykjavík's Aurora Museum. Discover interactive exhibits about the Northern Lights and gain expert advice on photographing this celestial wonder.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Guided tour of Northern Lights
  • Bus tour from Reykjavik
  • English-speaking guide
  • Audio guide on bus in English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean & Finnish)
  • Strategic stops to get the best photographs of the Northern Lights when you spot them
  • USB charger at every seat
  • Round-trip hotel transfers (as per option selected)
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Bring your earphones for a fascinating audio guide experience available in multiple languages including English and Spanish.
  • Pack weather-appropriate clothing such as waterproof jackets, woolen socks, gloves, scarves, hats, and outdoor shoes to stay comfortable during the tour.
  • Please note that food consumption and smoking are not permitted on the buses for everyone's comfort and safety.
  • Remember that pets are not allowed due to venue restrictions; plan accordingly if you have a furry companion at home.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

  • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience. Pack a waterproof jacket and pants, headwear, gloves, woollen socks, scarf and outdoor shoes for a weather-ready kit; who knows when the skies might decide to be moody?

Keep in mind food & smoking are not allowed on the buses. Pack wisely! Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

This experience is wheelchair accessible. Packaged and unpackaged bicycles can be allowed onboard at additional cost, provided space is available on the buses.

Facilities: free Wi-Fi, multilingual audio guide, computer tablet, and USB port at every seat. If you haven't opted for hotel transfers, arrive at Reykjavik Terminal at least 15 minutes before departure. Guides will announce the tour name and time both inside and outside the terminal for your convenience. The clearly labeled bus will be parked right at the main entrance, ready for boarding. There are no toilets on the buses but frequent stops at public washrooms are scheduled. The weather here tends to bring unexpected twists. Dress in layers for adaptable comfort. 1 piece of small bag or hand luggage per passenger is allowed. If you don't see the Northern Lights on your tour, refunds aren't possible. But don't worry as you can re-book and join on more tours until you witness the spectacular Northern Lights.

Yes, Reykjavik: Northern Lights Chase Tours is a guided evening bus tour with English-speaking guides to help you experience the Aurora Borealis.

No specific tickets are required as this is an organized bus tour departing from Reykjavik, focusing on viewing the Northern Lights in Iceland's wilderness areas.

While skip-the-line benefits do not apply to mandatory security checks, you will need to go through standard procedures before joining the tour.

Pets are not allowed on this tour due to venue restrictions. Please plan accordingly if traveling with a companion animal.

Bring waterproof clothing, headwear, gloves, woolen socks, a scarf, outdoor shoes, earphones for an audio guide experience, and remember that food & smoking are not allowed on buses.

The audio guides available during the tour support multiple languages, including English, French, German, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Finnish.

Yes, you can take photos. The guides will share science behind the Northern Lights as well as offer photography tips to help capture stunning images of the Aurora Borealis.

The activity does not specify policies for late arrivals, so it's advisable to adhere strictly to the scheduled departure time from Reykjavik.

Hotel pickup is an optional add-on service that you can customize your tour with if desired.

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