This special 5-night trip combines three popular properties that each increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights in Iceland.
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The Iceland Northern Lights Call Out
Credit Tom Allen
Credit Tom Allen
Sometimes, you might never know whether the Northern Lights came out or not if you end up going to bed early – but with these well-located hotels and Aurora alerts are in place, so you maximise your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.
You will stay in a combination of Hotel Ranga, Hotel Husafell, and the Northern Light Inn, which is a perfect spot to begin or finish your trip due to its close proximity to the airport and the Blue Lagoon.
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Location
Iceland
Duration
5 Nights
Available dates
Sep - Mar
Price per person (excl. flights)
£2,000*
Overview
Highlights
What’s included
- 2 nights at Hotel Husafell in a Deluxe Room with breakfast
- 2 nights at Hotel Ranga in a Deluxe Room with breakfast
- 1 night at the Northern Light Inn in a Delxue Room with breakfast
- Car hire for the duration of your stay for two drivers
- Thorsmork Superjeep Adventure
- Entrance to the Blue Lagoon
A note on flights
While flights are not included in the holiday price, our team will happily provide a quote and arrange them for you. Simply ask one of our Travel Experts for details of the available options.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Iceland
Upon arrival into Keflavik airport you will collect your car hire before then heading out to your first property – Hotel Husafell – which is roughly a 2.5 hour drive with plenty of opportunities to stop along the way. Once you have arrived at the property you can settle in for the evening with a delicious dinner and stay on alert to see if the aurora might give you a welcome show.
Day 2
Exploring Iceland
Today you have the opportunity to explore an assortment of locations from your property. Depending on the time of year that you are travelling (and the weather) you might like to spend the day making the journey to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula to explore the places that inspried Jules Verne to write Journey to the Centre of the Earth.
You might not fancy the long drive and decide to explore closer to Husafell where you can head out on some walks to see some of the local waterfalls. There is also the Krauma Spa which is close by if you fancy a more relaxing afternoon.
Day 3
Golden Circle Tour Northern Lights
You will make your way from Hotel Husafell down to Hotel Ranga. You will have the opportunity to stop in Reykjavik to break up the journey or you might like to head to the Golden Circle before finally making your way to Hotel Ranga.
Your journey might depend on the weather and time of year, so our experts will give you guidance with this. Once at your hotel you can check into your deluxe room and enjoy a relaxing evening with the hope of the Northern Lights making an appearance.
Day 4
Superjeep Adventure
Today you are going to have a break from the driving and head out on a Superjeep adventure to get to see the places that are inaccessible to the regular tourist. Your guide will take you up between the three glaciers; Myrdalsjokull, Eyjafjallojokull and Tindfjallojokull. In your specially adapted SuperJeep you will have the thrilling drive of fjording glacial rivers and driving across the floodplain to see the lasting effects and landscape changes following Eyjafjallajökull’s 2010 eruption.
You will be surrounded by an imposing mountain ridge and see spectacular landscapes. We describe it as like being in a production set from Lord of the Rings when they go to Mordor, with its dramatic towering black volcanic cliffs.
Stop at the stunning Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, which you can walk behind and be mesmerised looking back through the falling water. If you wanted to see the “raw Iceland” this is hard to beat! You will then return back to Hotel Ranga in the afternoon to have a relaxing evening.
Day 5
Golden Circle Tour
After breakfast you will make your way to the famous Golden Circle which you can explore at your own pace using your own 4WD vehicle. The location is packed full of surprising landscapes and Geological marvels.
You will walk in a dramatic mini rift valley created by Tectonic plate movement, gaze at the thundering Gullfoss waterfall which can totally freeze in winter, and marvel at the Strokkur Geyser which erupts every 5 minutes.
We would also recommend you visit the spot where the first democratic parliament was established in 930 AD overlooking the stunning plains of Pingvellir. Then from here you will make your way to the Northern Light Inn and enjoy a late afternoon/early evening dip at the famous Blue Lagoon to complete your Iceland experience. Back at the Northern Light Inn you have one more night of opportunity to potentially see the Northern Lights.
Day 6
Return Home
Time to head home as you make your way back to Keflavik Airport. Your journey doesn’t have to end here though, as there are plenty of other places to explore. Let our specialists know if you wish to expand your stay in Iceland and they will help put something together tailored to your request.
Where You'll Stay
Northern Light Inn
Situated near Iceland’s famed Blue Lagoon, Northern Light Inn is a family-run hotel featuring a wellness spa, fitness center, and Max’s Restaurant offering local delicacies and select wines.
Conveniently located 20 minutes from KEF International Airport and 45 minutes from Reykjavik, the hotel offers a 24/7 honesty bar, fast WiFi, and complimentary shuttles to the Blue Lagoon. For further convenience, an Exclusive Airport Taxi service is available at an additional charge for transportation to Keflavík International Airport, located 22 km away.
The hotel has 42 charming rooms adorned with modern décor, down comforters, and wooden furnishings. Each room is equipped with a Smart TV, electric kettle, and free WiFi. The floor-to-ceiling windows provide captivating views of the moss-covered lava fields of the Reykjanes Peninsula.
In addition to the panoramic lounge with a fireplace, the hotel offers spa facilities, saunas, a solarium, and unique experiences like aurora floating. Max’s Restaurant showcases Icelandic cuisine, including fresh fish, free-range lamb, and homemade specialties. Guests can enjoy the Northern Lights spectacle from September to April, taking advantage of the hotel’s ideal location in the Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark.
Northern Light Inn not only provides a stylish retreat but also serves as the gateway to extraordinary adventures, including horseback riding tours and bicycle rentals. Embrace the cool hotspot of Iceland, where space weather conditions create a captivating dance of the Northern Lights in the night sky.
Hotel Husafell
Hotel Husafell is located in West Iceland, about 90 minutes drive from Reykjavik. Offering 48 stylish and cosy rooms, complete with comfortable beds, en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, hairdryers, and artwork from Husafell’s acclaimed artist Pall Gudmundsson. Opt for a Deluxe room and you’ll get all the standard facilities, plus additional space, deep bathtubs, double basins, bathrobes, and access to a terrace.
Hotel Husafell provides a retreat after a day of exploring in all directions – from valleys and lava formations to waterfalls, glacier tours in a super jeep, and indulging in relaxation in geothermal pools.
After all of that activity, you can enjoy a traditional Nordic menu in the hotel’s restaurants, accompanied by perfectly matched wines. From light soups and salads, to steak sandwiches and chicken for lunch. Dinner can be five courses, all using local and seasonal ingredients, such as wild game, a range of meats and cheeses, and ‘surf and turf’ beef tenderloin and langoustine, served with pearl onion and Jerusalem artichoke puree. If you have room for dessert, enjoy a white chocolate ganache with ice cream and roasted chocolate.
With a commitment to sustainability, the hotel’s design harmonises with the surrounding environment, creating an eco-friendly and tranquil atmosphere. Húsafell is also one of Iceland’s best spots for watching the Aurora Borealis. The high, snowy domes of nearby Langjökull glacier ensure crisp, cloudless skies which are the perfect weather conditions for the the Northern Lights – and they provide a wake up call so you don’t miss them.
Hotel Ranga
Hotel Ranga offers luxury and relaxation in Iceland’s countryside. There are 51 luxurious and cosy rooms in this serene setting without external lighting interference to spoil the Northern Lights. It is Iceland’s only member of the “Special Hotels of the World”, and is also a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Its gourmet restaurant has an excellent reputation offering typical Icelandic dishes, as well as a few unusual surprises. We would highly recommend you take a drink and sit in the outdoor hot tubs and watch the skies for the Northern Lights. A splendid way to pass the time.
Although there is never any guarantee, this is one of the best places in Iceland to see the Aurora Borealis. They have also recently built an observatory so you can view the stars and Northern Lights up close. An expert is in there to guide you through the use of the computerised telescope on clear nights.
Hotel Ranga also has the most incredible range of themed suites. Take your choice from 2 levels with the themes being Africa, Asia, North America, South America, Australia, Antarctica, Royal Suite.
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Reviews
See what our clients say
We had the most fabulous time and everything worked like clockwork. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and extremely competent. The food was excellent and the experiences, especially Husky Homes, were brilliant. We saw the aurora lights at the mountain top in Abisko where the photography tour will be an enduring memory of a wonderful time. I would very much recommend Weekend a la Carte as a proficient tour operator.
Mark Nicholson
Cannot thank this company enough. Our break to Iceland was the second time we’ve let them organise everything for us and once again they didn’t disappoint. Everything ran seamlessly and the organised tours were wonderful. This company knows what they are doing. If you want to experience the geysers, the volcano, the northern lights and all the other exciting things that Iceland has to offer then this is the company to use.
Carol Wrack
We had a fantastic 4 nights that included glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, the aurora borealis and more! Lovely hotels, especially Hotel Ranga. We filled every moment and felt thoroughly invigorated on our return.
Frances Harrington
Brilliant short break. Hotel Ranga was lovely, excellent food. Managed to see the Northern Lights as well! Iceland on the whole was quite expensive but a lovely place to visit, the people were very friendly.
Linda Palmer
This vacation has without without doubt, has been the best experience we have ever had. The organisation from the minute we landed in Kiruna until we departed at the close of our trip was second to none. The transition between hotels was always seamless and punctual. Everywhere we stayed was beautifully clean and the meals were top quality. Every driver was polite, entertaining and very knowledgeable, furnishing us with invaluable information about Sweden and the activities in which we were to participate. The snowmobiling was wonderful giving access via our guide, to stunning panoramic views of the mountain whilst viewing reindeer in their natural habitat.
Our guide demonstrated how to use the snowmobile safely he was pleasant and informative. When visiting the reindeer on the Sami reservation; we found the brother and sister team who hosted lovely. Again they were so hospitable and helpful and feeding the reindeer up close was a wonderful experience.
They provided additional activities for us to try and we were treated to a traditional Sami lunch in their hut. They provided us with invaluable information appertaining to their culture and caring for their reindeer. The reindeer were in superb condition and happy in their environment. Similarly, when out with the dog sleds the experience was magical. Two hours of beautiful scenery, and frozen lakes, finishing with a one-on-one experience massaging the dogs. Magic! We were so impressed with the care that was placed upon ensuring the dogs were comfortable, well-nourished and so loved by their owners/handlers.
Now to the photographic experience. A large group of us were treated to a demonstration of how to operate some serious camera equipment with tripod. Each of us was loaned the camera and given assistance setting up the camera on a frozen lake in preparation for the appearance of the Northern Lights. We were taken to this lake on large wooden sleighs pulled by a snowmobile. We cannot speak too highly of the two young men who accompanied us on this experience. They could not do enough for us. They were there to offer assistance with our cameras throughout the two-plus hours we were on this beautiful lake.
They advised where to position the camera and when the Lights appeared, what a performance. We had a two-hour display of this most breathtaking phenomenon. We were so fortunate to be able to experience this once-in-a-lifetime occurrence for which we are so grateful. We will never forget this memorable holiday and cannot thank you and everyone who assisted in making a lifetime dream come true. Karen & Andrew Adamson
Andy Adamson
I appreciate the fast response to my inquiries regarding my trip. It would take decision making faster on my part, and plan my itinerary and activities being offered by the company accordingly.
Joey Emmanuel Serrina
My daughter and I had an amazing time on our trip, we didn’t want it to end! Everything went according to plan, each excursion was well organized and everyone involved with each activity, as well as everyone at the lodge was kind, friendly, positive and happy, which makes such a difference to your whole experience. The food at The Abisko Mountain Lodge was also incredibly good. Our room was large, comfortable and well-furnished. The bathroom too was also spacious and well-equipped. The outdoor clothing provided was of very good quality which kept us warm, and the staff members are happy to change items if they are not quite the right size for you. This is my second trip with Weekend a la carte and I’m sure there will be more as I have complete trust in them. I highly recommend Aurora Nights, it was fabulous.
Jane Ashworth
An amazing trip and excellent service provided by all involved. Great value for money too. Food was excellent. Accommodation was wonderful and the trips booked were outstanding. An amazing trip
David Watson-Cammock