Iceland in Winter: Northern Lights, Ice Caves & Volcanoes
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
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About This Tour
A 7-day winter trip starting with a Reykjavik Northern Lights boat tour, then the Golden Circle, glacier walks and ice caves near Jokulsarlon, and a return along the South Coast's waterfalls. Adapted from a self-drive itinerary — Voyzo runs this route with your own private driver and vehicle instead of a rental car.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
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Day 1 — Reykjavik & a Northern Lights Boat Tour
Arrival and an afternoon exploring Reykjavik, followed by an evening Northern Lights boat tour from the harbor.
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Day 2 — Hvalfjordur & Hraunfossar
The peaceful waters of Hvalfjordur Fjord and a detour to the Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls.
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Day 3 — The Golden Circle
Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area's Strokkur eruptions, and Gullfoss waterfall.
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Day 4 — Seljalandsfoss, Skogafoss & a Glacier Walk
Walking behind Seljalandsfoss and past Skogafoss, with an optional glacier walk on Myrdalsjokull.
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Day 5 — Skaftafell & Jokulsarlon
Vatnajokull National Park's glaciers and trails, then Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon with an optional guided ice cave visit.
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Day 6 — South Coast Return
Dyrholaey's basalt arch, the Solheimasandur plane wreck on the black sands, and a return towards Reykjavik.
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Day 7 — Departure
A drive to Keflavik International Airport ahead of the flight home.
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Departure
The trip ends back at Keflavik International Airport (KEF) for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — your own driver and vehicle throughout, never combined with another group's itinerary.
Yes — the source route has travelers picking up a rental car in Iceland and driving themselves. Voyzo runs it with your own private driver and vehicle instead, so you can watch the waterfalls instead of the road.
No sighting can be guaranteed — they depend on solar activity and clear skies — but this itinerary is built around winter's long dark evenings and includes a dedicated Northern Lights boat tour from Reykjavik on day 1.
It's offered as an optional add-on at Jokulsarlon on day 5, guided by local glacier specialists, subject to seasonal ice conditions.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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