The Hotels

The four-star Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura is set in the scenic surroundings of Öskjuhlíð hill and Nauthólsvík beach, only a short walk from the town centre. The contemporary rooms are fitted with TVs and en suite facilities. On site, guests will find the Satt Restaurant serving international cuisine.

Nestled in the heart of the city, Hotel Odinsve invites travellers to enjoy four-star boutique accommodation and convenient access to the local attractions. Relaxation can be enjoyed in en suite rooms featuring Scandinavian decor and TVs, while the French-style bistro tempts the taste buds with dishes made with locally-sourced fare.

The Tours

The Northern Lights Tour

Visitors are invited to take part in a unique experience which happens at night time in the Northern Hemisphere and can be seen on dark winter nights. One of nature’s most spectacular displays appears in the sky in the form of different shapes, proportions and patterns, known as the Northern Lights.

• Duration: 3-5 hours
• Pick-up 30 minutes before the time displayed on the voucher at the BSI bus terminal (please call 24 hours before the tour to confirm it)

Golden Circle Tour

Travellers are invited to see Iceland’s natural phenomena including hot springs and waterfalls. The tour starts with a visit to the Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Other highlights include a stopover at the tumbling Gullfoss waterfall, followed by a stroll through the Geysir and Strokkur geyser fields and a visit to the horticultural village of Hveragerði. There will also be a lunch break at the Gulfoss Cate or  at the local Information Centre

• Please note that depending on weather conditions, visits to Nesjavellir cannot be guaranteed in the winter season
• Pick-up from BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavik

Blue Lagoon Tour (transfers)

Those who prefer thermal escapades can visit the famous Blue Lagoon. Travellers can take a leisurely stroll or spend a day idling in the natural hot springs and bathing in geothermal mud believed to revitalise the skin. Towels and robes are available to hire, and each outdoor pool also comes with views of the lava field surrounding the area. On-site geothermal sauna and spa offer a wide range of massages and treatments, while unique skincare products can be bought in the shop.

• Includes transfers only; admission fees are not included but can be paid on site (should be booked in advance)
• Time of departure will be confirmed at the time of booking

Whale Watching Tour

This tour serves as an opportunity to enjoy a boat ride in search of whales swimming close to the Icelandic coastline. Some of the whale types that can be spotted include white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, humpback whales, and the killer whales or orcas. Participants will also have a chance to encounter some of the local gull species - the Arctic tern, the gannet and the puffins.

• Pick-up from Old Harbour In Reykjavik

Groupon’s Guide to Reykjavik

One of the safest and cleanest cities of modern times, Reykjavik is located on the south-western coast of Iceland and it is also the world’s northernmost capital city.

With more than 100 pubs and clubs, many of them found on Laugavegur Street, a wide choice of beers, Iceland’s drink of choice since 1989, are available for sampling. An iconic landmark of the city, the looming Hallgrimskirkja Church offers visitors panoramic views of the city. Standing 15 metres high and weighing 25 tons, the church’s pipe organ is one of its key features, while the statue of Leifur Eiriksson, the first European to discover America, guards the entrance. The capital’s name translates to ‘Smoky Bay’, after the columns of steam, that rise from the hot springs, which can still be visited today.

Reykjavik has a subpolar oceanic climate combined with temperate features due to the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. Global warming makes for a convenient climate, and although there are occasional droughts, visitors may benefit from 24 hours of daylight. Autumn is expected to be wet and cold, with temperatures under 10°C while the days are getting shorter and rainfall becomes frequent. During winter, the sky is cloudy with only four hours of daylight and the weather is cold with temperatures ranging from -3° to 2°C.

Options

Option 1: with Northern Lights tour

• €289-€459 for 2 nights, depending on the departure date chosen
• €339-€489 for 3 nights, depending on the departure date chosen
• €399-€539 for 4 nights, depending on the departure date chosen
• €449-€569 for 5 nights, depending on the departure date chosen

Option 2: with 2 tours (Northern Lights and Golden Circle)

• €364-€514 for 3 nights, depending on the departure date chosen
• €424-€564 for 4 nights, depending on the departure date chosen

Option 3: with 3 tours (Northern Lights, Golden Circle and Blue Lagoon transfers)

• €459-€599 for 4 nights, depending on the departure date chosen
• €509-€629 for 5 nights, depending on the departure date chosen

Option 4: with 4 tours (Northern Lights, Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon transfers and whale watching)

• €579-€699 for 5 nights, depending on the departure date chosen