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Reykjavik
Chase the Northern Lights: Intimate Guided Tour with Pro Photography
240
Overview
Experience the Northern Lights in a max 7-person group. Benefit from an experienced guide's weather insights, increasing your chances of witnessing the Aurora. Enjoy professional photos, comfy chairs, and warm drinks. If no lights appear, a free second try or full refund is offered, ensuring a memorable, risk-free adventure. 
Highlights
Expert Guidance: Benefit from an experienced guide skilled in interpreting cloud cover and solar wind data, maximizing your chances of witnessing the Aurora Borealis.
Professional Photography: Capture stunning memories with high-quality photographs taken by your guide, ensuring you have lasting mementos of your Northern Lights adventure.
Comfort and Warmth: Enjoy comfortable outdoor chairs and a selection of warm beverages, including tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and spiked drinks, enhancing your viewing experience.
Risk-Free Booking: Take advantage of a flexible policy offering a full refund if conditions are unfavorable or a free second attempt if the lights don't appear, ensuring a worry-free experience.
Sentiment Analysis
Knowledgeable guides who are passionate about the Northern Lights
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Small group setting allows for a more personalized and intimate experience
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High-quality professional photographs are a great memento of the trip
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The provision of warm drinks and comfortable seating enhances the overall experience
The unpredictable nature of the Northern Lights can lead to disappointment if they are not visible
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Some tours may involve long drives to find clear skies
Review Summary
Reviews highlight the exceptional expertise and personalized attention of the guide, who uses weather and solar data to optimize northern lights viewing chances. Travelers appreciate the professional photography service and the comfortable amenities like warm drinks and seating. Positive notes emphasize the intimate, private nature of the tour and flexible rebooking policy if the aurora is not seen. Some challenges mentioned relate to the unpredictable nature of the northern lights, which the guide mitigates by offering refunds or second tries, assuring customer satisfaction.
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Reykjavik
$144
Reykjavik's Tasty Food Walk: Local Foodie Adventure!
5.0
(18564 reviews)
Duration: 180
minutes
Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland is the tastiest way to see Iceland's capital! Forget regular tours. This adventure takes visitors through downtown Reykjavik to sample yummy local foods they won't find on their own. A fun guide leads the way, stopping at 5-6 local restaurants.
What to Expect: This tour lets people try the best Icelandic foods of the season. Think tasty Icelandic lamb, homemade ice cream from a secret family recipe, fresh catch of the day, and a hot dog from the famous Icelandic hot dog stand! The tour visits key spots like Harpa Concert Hall, Arnarhóll, Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur, and Hallgrímskirkja, blending food with city sights.
This experience includes visits to 4-6 local food spots, from food trucks to fancy restaurants. It's a 3-hour walk with a local guide, tasting 8+ authentic Icelandic dishes. Not included are extra food/drinks beyond the tastings. This Reykjavik Food Walk is perfect for experiencing Iceland's culture, food, and making new friends. Come hungry and ready to explore!
Reykjavik
$154
Silfra Snorkeling: Swim Between Continents in Iceland
5.0
(8703 reviews)
Duration: 150
minutes
Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in Iceland's Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This tour lets people float between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates in the crystal-clear Silfra fissure. The water is so clear, it has over 100 meters of visibility, showing off amazing underwater colors.
This snorkeling tour is perfect for anyone who loves water and can swim. Kids ages 12 and up can join in on this family-friendly activity. You'll wear a dry suit that keeps you warm and dry while you swim in the cold, clear water. Before diving in, a guide will provide the drysuit, warm undersuit, and snorkeling gear while briefing the group (limited to 6 people) on how to use the gear and stay comfortable. The guide will also share facts about Silfra, Thingvellir National Park, the tectonic plates, and the continents. This briefing, plus the time it takes to change, is about an hour.
The adventure starts with a short 5-minute walk to Silfra, where you'll enjoy a 30–45 minute snorkeling experience through Silfra Hall, Silfra Cathedral, and Silfra Lagoon. Afterwards, warm up with hot chocolate and cookies while chatting with the guide and viewing photos from the tour. With PADI-certified instructors and top-notch service, this snorkeling tour has been recognized as a world-class experience. The tour includes a live PADI guide, hot chocolate and cookies, the Silfra entrance fee (ISK 1,500), a heated changing van, all necessary snorkeling equipment, a drysuit, and a warm undersuit.
Reykjavik
€44
Reykjavik Walking Tour: History, Culture & Hidden Gems
4.9
(5028 reviews)
Duration: 120
minutes
Reykjavík Small Group Walking Tour - by CityWalk is a fun and informative way to see Iceland's capital city. This walking tour takes visitors past Reykjavik's famous landmarks, sharing the city's history and introducing Icelandic culture. The tour is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
What to Expect: The tour begins at the highest point in Reykjavik and goes downhill, making it easy for people of all ages and abilities, including children and those using wheelchairs. The small group size allows for flexibility, with opportunities to stop indoors if the weather is cold. The guide acts as a friendly local, sharing interesting stories and insights about Reykjavik.
Key stops on the tour include Hallgrímskirkja church, Rainbow Street, the National Theatre of Iceland, the Statue of Ingólfur Arnarson, Harpa Concert Hall, the Old Harbour, Reykjavik City Hall, and an overview of Icelandic history and politics. The tour includes a local professional guide to enhance the experience. Please note that the tour route may change depending on the weather. Drinks, gratuities, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Reykjavik
$325
Dive Silfra: Between Tectonic Plates, Reykjavik Pickup
5.0
(1030 reviews)
Duration: 330
minutes
Experience the adventure of a lifetime with a Silfra diving tour! This unique experience takes place in Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a highlight of Iceland’s famous Golden Circle.
Dive into the crystal-clear waters of the Silfra fissure, a crack between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. The glacial water has been filtered through lava rock for decades, offering incredible underwater visibility of over 100 meters. Explore the four main parts of Silfra: the Big Crack, Silfra Hall, Silfra Cathedral, and Silfra Lagoon. Touch two continents at once and capture unforgettable photos!
This diving tour includes a heated changing van, all necessary diving equipment, a drysuit and warm undersuit, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Reykjavik. A live PADI instructor guides the dive, and afterward, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. The Silfra entrance fee of 1,500 ISK per person is also included. Please note that souvenir photos and tips are not included.