Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup
Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup

Outty Ranking 55 4.8 · 12 traveler reviews4.5 hoursFrom $1,492
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55/100

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Traveler rating

4.8/5

Based on 12 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup worth booking?

Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup is a 4.5-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $1,492 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 12 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
55 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (12)
Duration
4.5 hours
From
$1,492 per person

Words simply cannot describe the sight of this spectacular phenomenon. It is an experience you will want to savor, enjoy and remember for years to come. With that in mind, we have designed our Northern Lights tour with a clear focus on the experience itself. We begin our hunt with thoughtful pre-planning, using the latest Aurora forecasts to choose the most promising direction before we set off. Your guide then takes you comfortably toward the best possible viewing location. Once the elusive lights appear, we pull over, bundle you up in a cozy Icelandic wool blanket and let you take in the incredible swirling display overhead. This is also the perfect moment to enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate and traditional Icelandic kleina pastries. And of course, we will take photos of you with the Northern Lights included in the tour price, so you can treasure the memory long after the night ends. Could there ever be a better moment?

What you get

    About this experience

    Words simply cannot describe the sight of this spectacular phenomenon. It is an experience you will want to savor, enjoy and remember for years to come. With that in mind, we have designed our Northern Lights tour with a clear focus on the experience itself. We begin our hunt with thoughtful pre-planning, using the latest Aurora forecasts to choose the most promising direction before we set off. Your guide then takes you comfortably toward the best possible viewing location. Once the elusive lights appear, we pull over, bundle you up in a cozy Icelandic wool blanket and let you take in the incredible swirling display overhead. This is also the perfect moment to enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate and traditional Icelandic kleina pastries. And of course, we will take photos of you with the Northern Lights included in the tour price, so you can treasure the memory long after the night ends. Could there ever be a better moment?

    What's included

    Included

    • Hot chocolate; Kleinas (icelandic donuts); Free photos

    Not included

    • Free reebooking

    What you'll see and do

    1. Thingvellir National Park

      Join us for a cozy, unforgettable night chasing the aurora borealis in a private tour (max. 7 guests). Our friendly local guides, who specialize in Northern Lights forecasting, use live data every evening to find the best, crowd-free locations—giving you the best chance to see this magical phenomenon. Wrap yourself in warm Icelandic wool blankets, sip delicious hot chocolate, and savor traditional pastries as the night sky comes alive. Our guides, who are also professional photographers, will capture beautiful photos of you under the lights—delivered straight to your inbox within 8 days, so you can relive the magic. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a shared story of Icelandic folklore, stargazing, and the untouched beauty of Iceland’s wilderness. Let us help you create memories you’ll treasure forever!

      240 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    cs, de, pt, en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    EastWest

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Please note that for private tours, free reschedulings are not possible due to the personalized nature of these experiences
    • In the event of unfavorable weather, rest assured that we prioritize your experience. If we cancel the tour due to poor weather conditions and you haven't participated in the tour, we will provide a full 100% refund.
    • If you haven't received your tour photos within 5 business days, please feel free to contact us.
    • If the Northern Lights do not appear, no photos will be taken.

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 12 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    6 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    6 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Small groups

    4 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    12 verified traveler reviews for Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    jennypJ4157RK · October 2026

    Fantastic tour and guide

    Our tour with guide Almar E. was outstanding. It was a private tour just for our family, and for the flexibility that afforded us the price was reasonable. We had the opportunity to spend up to 4 hours out hunting the Lights and we saw such INCREDIBLE displays in the first 2 hours, we were able to head back to get in bed after a long travel day a bit early. Almar was such a friendly, accommodating, knowledgeable guide. He took AWESOME pictures for us and brought along hot chocolate to keep us cozy. Great experience. Would absolutely recommend others take this tour.

    Response from the operator: Dear Jenny, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that your private Northern Lights tour with Almar was such an outstanding experience. It's fantastic to know that his friendly and knowledgeable guiding, beautiful photography, and flexibility helped make the evening so memorable for your family. We will be sure to pass along your lovely comments to Almar. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Kind Regards, Clare EastWest Team Member

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    D8702PRlaurieh · September 2026

    Awesome Iceland Tour

    Simon was an excellent and knowledgeable guide who managed to find us a great viewing spot on a very iffy night. We were not dissapointed! EastWest is a tour company that I would highly recommend. We used them for 5 tours and transfers and were very happy with all of them.

    Response from the operator: Dear Laurie, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that Simon helped make your private Northern Lights tour such a success, especially on a night with challenging conditions. It's fantastic to know that he found the perfect viewing spot and that you enjoyed all five of your tours and transfers with us. Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing EastWest throughout your stay in Iceland. We hope to welcome you back again in the future! Kind Regards, Clare EastWest Team Member

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    dominicbJ2435FW · September 2026

    First Northern Lights Views

    9-11 (Friday) 9:30pm Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa and Free Photos On Friday, 11 September 2026, we completed the Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa and Free Photos in a small group tour with our Guide - Wojtek. The night of fun was packed with so much adventure on the search for the Northern Lights. Wojtek presented some Icelandic history, Norse Mythology as it relates to the Northern Lights, fun facts about ancient cultures idea of the Northern Lights. Wojtek was able to locate areas where we can view and take photos of the Northern Lights and the Milky Way; he also took everyone’s photos with a background of the Northern Lights. Throughout our trip, Wojtek gave us advance notice of when and where we can take breaks, and provided hot chocolate drinks with Kleina a traditional Icelandic donuts, and warm blankets to help us enjoy our night. Wojtek is an excellent host and representative of Iceland. We started our visit to Iceland on a very high note and most memorable experience!

    Response from the operator: Hi Dominic, Thank you so much for your fantastic and detailed review! We are delighted to hear that your first Northern Lights experience was such a memorable one and such a wonderful way to begin your visit to Iceland. It sounds like Wojtek made the whole evening an adventure, combining the hunt for Lady Aurora with Icelandic history, Norse mythology and stories about how different cultures have interpreted the lights. We are especially pleased that you were able to enjoy both the Northern Lights and the Milky Way, with some beautiful photos to remember the night. Hot chocolate, Icelandic kleina and warm blankets sound like the perfect finishing touches to a very special evening! Thank you for choosing EastWest. Wojtek will be thrilled to hear your kind words, and we hope the rest of your Icelandic adventure was just as memorable! Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member

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    brendancC3976MS · September 2026

    Northern excellence

    Phenomenal work from ioNUT tonight. So patient and knowledgeable

    Response from the operator: Dear Brendan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a great Northern Lights experience with Ionut. It is fantastic to know that his patience and knowledge helped make the evening so memorable. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Thank you for travelling with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Iceland again in the future! Kind Regards, Clare EastWest Team Member

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    LHRAPOSO · March 2026

    Disappointing

    We chose this company for our Northern Lights tour because of the good reviews and the expectation of a memorable experience. Unfortunately, our experience was well below what we had anticipated. We completely understand that the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and that sightings can never be guaranteed. Our disappointment is not related to that. The issue for us was the overall value of the experience compared to the price paid. Considering the high cost of the tour, we expected a more engaging and complete experience. In our case, the tour felt quite limited and did not reflect the premium price charged. There are several companies offering Northern Lights tours in Iceland, and based on our experience, we believe other operators may provide a more interesting experience for a similar price. Even using a 4x4 Super Jeep. We are sharing this feedback simply to help future travelers set their expectations when choosing a Northern Lights tour.

    Response from the operator: Dear Luis, Thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback. We are truly sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations, especially given the excitement that usually comes with a Northern Lights tour. We completely understand that when choosing a tour at a higher price point, you expect clear added value. Our small group approach, experienced guides, professional photography, comfortable minibuses, blankets, hot chocolate, and flexible route planning are all elements we include to create a more personal and high quality experience. That said, if it felt limited to you, then we clearly did not deliver the level of engagement you were hoping for, and for that we are genuinely sorry. Regarding vehicle type, we use well equipped minibuses rather than Super Jeeps because Northern Lights viewing typically takes place on paved or regularly maintained roads. The focus is usually on clear skies rather than off road access. However, we fully respect that different travelers prefer different formats and styles. We truly appreciate you sharing this perspective, as it helps us continue improving and refining what we offer. Warm regards, Marc EastWest Team Member

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    4
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by EastWest, who run 4 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 78.8 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything EastWest runs

    Why this scores 55

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
    Review evidence (18% weight)33
    Booking momentum (14% weight)24
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.

    How much does Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup cost?

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    Prices start at $1,492 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup take?

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    Plan for about 4.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.

    Is Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 12 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup?

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    Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?

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    On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Reykjavik?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup?

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    Included: Hot chocolate; Kleinas (icelandic donuts); Free photos. Not included: Free reebooking. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 44 listed pickup locations in and around Reykjavik. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup offered in?

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    It is offered in Czech, German, Portuguese, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Reykjavik Private Luxury Northern Lights Tour with Hotel Pickup?

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    Across 12 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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