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Northern Lights
Best time: September – April
Golden Circle
Best time: Year-round
Glaciers & Ice Caves
Best time: Ice caves: Nov – Mar · Hikes: year-round
South Coast
Best time: Year-round
Blue Lagoon & Spas
Best time: Year-round
Whale Watching
Best time: April – October (peak)
Multi-Day Tours
Best time: Year-round (itinerary varies by season)
Just landed?
Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík
Flybus if the first nights are in town. Hire a car only if you are driving out the same day.
Northern Lights
Planning a 2026–2027 aurora trip?
The season hub has the dates, the best months, and whether to tour or self-drive.
2026–2027 season hub
Dates, best months versus shoulder, and how to book this winter.
Read the guide →Best time to see the lights
Darkness, weather, and the hours that actually matter.
Read the guide →From Reykjavík itself?
When the city is enough — and when you need to leave town.
Read the guide →Northern Lights tours
Live prices and availability from Reykjavík.
Read the guide →Start here: Northern Lights 2026–2027 season hub →
Hire a car for the trip
Pick up at Keflavík Airport (KEF). Compare 2WD and 4x4, then book on DiscoverCars.
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Self-drive
Planning to self-drive?
First time behind the wheel in Iceland? Start with hiring, then pick a classic day from Reykjavík.
Rent a car in Iceland
What to hire, insurance that matters, and airport pickup.
Read the guide →Golden Circle self-drive
Route, timing and parking for the classic day from Reykjavík.
Read the guide →South Coast self-drive
Waterfalls, black sand, and a full day on Route 1.
Read the guide →Snæfellsnes self-drive
Kirkjufell, the glacier, and the peninsula loop.
Read the guide →Doing the full loop? Ring Road car hire guide → · Picking up at KEF? Compare car hire at Keflavík Airport →
Top-rated Iceland tours
The highest-rated experiences travellers are booking right now.
2 days 2 days 4.5 hoursGlacier Adventure at Sólheimajökull Private Tour
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2 hoursReykjavík Bay Jet ski tour
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4 hoursReykjavik Private Northern Lights Tour with Pro Photographer
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6 hoursReykjanes Peninsula Private Day Tour - up to 9 passengers
This is the tour where you get to know all about the eruption of Iceland's Volcanoes. Step into a luxury Mercedes Minivan and in just half an hour from…
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First night after KEF?
Hold a cancellable Reykjavík room for the night you land. 101, harbour or Laugavegur — you search and book on Trip.com.
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Getting around
Renting a car in Iceland?
The freedom to explore Northern Lights, Golden Circle, Glaciers & Ice Caves on your own schedule, with free cancellation on most bookings.
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Staying over
First night after KEF?
Hold a cancellable 101, harbour or Laugavegur room for the night you land. Free cancellation on most rates — you search on Trip.com.
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Plan the trip of a lifetime in Iceland
Iceland is a country of impossible contrasts — glaciers and volcanoes, black-sand beaches and geothermal spas, midnight sun in summer and dancing Northern Lights in winter. Whether you have a single day between flights or a full week to explore, there’s an experience here for you.
BookYourTrip brings together thousands of Iceland tours and activities in one place, powered by Viator — with real traveller reviews, live prices and instant confirmation. Browse by category, compare your options, and book securely on Viator in a couple of clicks, at the same price you’d pay them direct.
Iceland tours — frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before you book.
When is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Iceland?
The aurora season runs from September to April, when the nights are long and dark. Peak visibility is usually between late September and mid-March on clear, cloud-free nights away from city light. Most of our Northern Lights tours include a free retry if the aurora doesn’t appear. Northern Lights 2026–2027 season hub →
What is the most popular day tour from Reykjavík?
The Golden Circle is Iceland’s most popular day trip, linking Þingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss waterfall. It runs year-round and pairs easily with extras like the Blue Lagoon, the Secret Lagoon or snowmobiling.
Should I hire a car in Iceland?
Yes if you want the Golden Circle, South Coast or Ring Road on your own clock. A compact 2WD is enough for paved summer routes; take a 4x4 for F-roads or winter wind. Compare live rates at Keflavík Airport and Reykjavík. Compare Iceland car hire →
How do I get from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík?
The Flybus coach is the usual arrival if you are not hiring a car that day — about 45 minutes to the BSÍ terminal, with hotel drop-offs on most tickets. Book the round-trip before you fly; walk-up seats can sell out on late arrivals. Book the Keflavík Flybus →
Do your Iceland tours include hotel pickup?
Most of our small-group and group tours include complimentary pickup and drop-off from hotels and designated bus stops in Reykjavík. Each tour page lists whether pickup is included or whether you meet the guide on site.
Can I cancel or change my tour booking?
Your booking is held by the tour operator who runs the tour — you book and pay them directly through us — so cancellations and changes go through them, under the cancellation terms you agree to at checkout. Many Iceland operators offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, but it varies by tour, so check the terms before you book. If you can’t reach the operator, contact us and we’ll help you get hold of them.
How far in advance should I book Iceland tours?
Popular experiences — especially ice caves, glacier hikes and Northern Lights tours in winter — sell out days or weeks ahead in high season. We recommend booking as early as your dates are confirmed to secure your preferred departure.