8 Day Iceland Northern Lights Tour Around the Ring Road

This was an experience of a lifetime. We saw so many of Iceland’s iconic sites: from the Golden Circle to the South Coast glaciers, black sand beaches, and inside ice caves. Nights under the Northern Lights were just icing on the cake. What made this tour stand out was the guide’s attention to safety, detail, and getting us to the best viewing spots, even when weather was tricky. Hotels were cozy, the food good, and the group dynamic fun. If you're looking for a deep-dive Iceland winter tour, this is it.

Eight days of wow. Every stop was worth it. Guides were superb. Northern Lights appeared more than once. Highly recommend.

Ocho días increíbles. Cada día paisajes diferentes: cascadas, géiseres, playas de arena negra, hielos azules… y por la noche las auroras boreales. El guía fue maravilloso, siempre pendiente, muy buen sentido del humor y buen fotógrafo también. Recomiendo este tour para quienes quieren ver lo mejor de Islandia en invierno.

I was worried 8 days might be too intense, but the itinerary was so well paced that every high-energy activity was followed by comfortable downtime. Even with the short daylight hours - it was so well planned that it did not matter. Hiking glaciers one day, exploring the ice caves the next and seeing all the beautiful mountains and waterfalls. The nights hunting the Northern Lights were thoughtfully planned. The guide’s knowledge of local weather, culture, and lore added depth. Truly a tour that gives you the real Iceland without burning you out.

As someone who has always wanted to see the Northern Lights, this tour made my dream come true. On nights when the sky was cloudy, the guide adjusted our schedule and took us to clearer spots. The landscapes by day—ice caves, volcano fields, waterfalls—were just as stunning. Small group size, warm accommodations, and the guide’s enthusiasm made all the difference. I’ll be telling stories about this trip for years.

This tour was the perfect balance between busy breathtaking days out exploring glaciers, ice caves, frozen lagoons, and calm cozy evenings in quaint guesthouses with the northern lights outside your window. I really appreciated that Iceland Travel Guide’s team recommended this tour to me. It covered exactly the places I wanted to see. Nights under the auroras were the icing on the cake. A winter trip done right

This 8-day Northern Lights tour exceeded every expectation. Each day brought something extraordinary: glaciers, black sand beaches, geysers, the Golden Circle wonders, and at night—those magical auroras dancing above us. Our guide was outstanding: always prepared, full of stories, knew exactly where to go and when. Even during cloudy nights, the guide’s planning meant we got to see the lights on multiple evenings. The mix of adventure, comfort, and wonder made this trip unforgettable.

The overall experience was excellent. Our tour guide was good and very informative. Hotels very nice and we saw the northern lights a couple of times. The guide went out of his way to help us see the northern lights. I'd recommend this tour for sure.

The 8-day package was perfect for seeing all of Iceland’s highlights and chasing the Northern Lights. Our guide took us to incredible spots across the country, and we saw the auroras multiple times. From glaciers and volcanoes to geothermal baths, every day was packed with new adventures. Worth every penny!

We had magnificent experience when we joined this 8-day tour that took us all around Iceland. On this tour we were able to see and do so many things that were on our list for this trip, but the days were not rushed at all, and we had plenty of time to explore each location. I recommend that you participate in as many activities as you can when on this tour, they made the experience extra good and everyone in our group were a part of all the activities.
The hotels and restaurants were really good. I was a little bit scared of what to expect when it came to the hotels, but it was a good surprise every night. The guide was a lot of fun and made us feel comfortable the whole time!