WINTER: Icelandic Christmas & New Year

Icelandic Christmas & New Year

Tailor made festive itineraries encapsulating the very best of Icelandic traditions, landmarks and the legendary Northern Lights

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Season: December. Duration: 4 days/3 nights
Experience the magical atmosphere of Christmas Eve and Christmas in Iceland, with decorative lights, garlands and ornate Christmas trees. Enjoy a private sightseeing tour around the city centre, taste delicious Icelandic Christmas specialities and learn about the 13 mischievous Yule Lads and other unique Christmas rituals in Iceland.  Enjoy a Christmas Eve dinner at a restaurant famous for its Christmas feasts. Enter the frozen realm of amazing natural beauty along the Golden Circle with time left to spare for some indulgent spa relaxation.

Highlights:

• Enter into the Christmas spirit in the buzzing city of Reykjavík, decked with Christmas lights in every window
• Experience a private walking tour around Reykjavik’s city centre, with focus on Christmas traditions
• Hunt the Northern Lights through the vast surrounding countryside and marvel at the green hues dancing across the sky
• Enjoy a Christmas Eve Dinner tasting Icelandic Christmas treats and specialities
• Explore the Golden Circle’s Winter landscape, including Geysir geothermal area and Gullfoss Waterfall

This four days/three nights itinerary from 23rd to 26th December includes the following:

• Three nights at a luxury hotel including breakfast
• Admission to Soley Natura Spa at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura
• Guided Northern Lights coach tour (day 1)
• Christmas Eve food-themed walking tour of downtown Reykjavik (day 2)
• Traditional Christmas buffet at SATT Restaurant, Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura (day 2)
• Guided Golden Circle coach tour on Christmas Day (day 3)

​New Year´s Celebration in Reykjavík 
Reykjavik’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are legendary with festivities culminating in a series of spectacular fireworks displays. On this evening, the ban on fireworks is lifted and citizens take full advantage of the opportunity to light up the night sky with a brilliant show of blazing colours as far as the eye can see.
On a guided tour, you'll learn about Icelandic elf folklore related to the magic of the holiday. Enjoy a hosted gala evening of music, entertainment and a buffet extravaganza, followed by a trip downtown to experience the amazing fireworks spectacle and join the festive celebrations.
Highlights:

• Ring in the New Year on the biggest party night in a city renowned for its legendary nightlife
• Indulge in artistically prepared local cuisine by award winning chefs
• Learn about Iceland's unique elf folklore on a guided tour of Reykjavík
• Light off fireworks and a small bonfire, with a champagne toast to life and love
• Mingle with the locals at a popular spot for viewing the magnificent fireworks display (for Hilton guests only)

This four day/three night itinerary from 30th December to 2nd January includes the following:

• Three nights at a luxury hotel including breakfast
• A guided walking & coach tour of folklore and New Year's traditions
• New Year’s Eve Four-Course Dinner with live music
• Sparkling wine with strawberries and canapés served pre and post dinner
• New Year’s Eve Dance in Gullteigur Festive Hall

(An upgrade version of this package available for an extra £146 per person, including a five-course Gala Dinner and Guided Bonfire tour)

Included in package:

• ​3 nights accommodation including breakfast
• Blue Lagoon coach tour 
• Entrance to Blue Lagoon
• Northern Lights guided coach tour
• Golden Circle guided coach tour 

Possible to upgrade the experience with private or small group tours
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Children rate:  

• 20% discount for children 6-12 years old
• The Blue Lagoon has an age limit of 2 years old

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​Possible to extend your stay and discover more through additional excursions

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PACKAGE DETAILS

• SEASON: Winter
• DURATION: 4 days and 3 nights / possible to extend your stay.
• ACTIVITY: Christmas & New Year
• REGION: South Iceland

​20% discount for children 6-12 years old

​HIGHLIGHTS  

• Reykjavík Capital City 
• Blue Lagoon Tour
• Northern Lights guided tour 
• Golden Circle guided tour 
• Only 3 hours flight from UK​ - 4 airlines, many daily direct flights from number of airports.

INCLUDED IN PACKAGE:

• 3 nights accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Northern Lights Tour
• Golden Circle Tour
• Blue Lagoon coach tour 
• Blue Lagoon entrance 
• Emergency phone line 24/7

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Accommodation  
Quality is important to us. When organising our tours we choose accommodation with regards to quality, value for money, location and service provided.

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