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Iceland: Hunting the Northern Lights

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Northern Lights
Iceland 8 days
Fri, 10 Oct 2025 Fri, 17 Oct 2025
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FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Itinerary

day 1

Welcome to Iceland

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Reykjavik
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Round trip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!

Check-in to your hotel in Reykjavik and then meet the rest of your group! What better way to get to know each other than over Icelandic culinary specialities in a beautiful setting? Meat and fish are excellent here, especially when accompanied by a good local beer. Here's to the start of your adventure!

Included: overnight stay

Not included: airport transfer, food and drinks

day 2

Snaefellsnes Peninsula

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Kirkjufell
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Today, we pick up our rental 4x4 cars and head to the Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland. The Snaefellsjokull volcano, famous from Jules Verne's novel, awaits us.

For lunch, we visit Stykkisholmur, a picturesque fishing village with Danish-style houses, a charming port, a modern church, and breathtaking viewpoints. It's a delightful place with healing hot tubs to relax in.

Tonight, we're in search of the best northern lights. Kirkjufell mountain, known from Game of Thrones, serves as a stunning backdrop for capturing the aurora borealis.

Included: car rental

Money pot: petrol and any entrance fees

Not included: food and drinks

day 3

The Golden Circle

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Geysir
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The name already explains what we are about to admire: the word geyser in Icelandic means "emitting in streams" and that is exactly what we will see: boiling water "shot" tens of meters high at a constant rate!

Gullfoss waterfall
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Completing the Golden Circle is a majestic waterfall, Gullfoss , formed by two falls totaling 32 meters in height. Often, thanks to favourable climatic conditions, it is accompanied by a brilliant rainbow. We arrive on foot, with an easy dirt path, after which… there will be only us and the beauty of the waterfall, in a wonderful contemplative silence.

Included: car rental

Money pot: petrol and any entrance fees

Not included: food and drinks

day 4

En route to Vik

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On the road

We rise early to capture the beauty of dawn and then continue our journey towards Vik. With only a few hours of driving today, we have the luxury of taking our time and making several stops at the most photogenic spots along the way, particularly those offering breathtaking views of the Hekla volcano.

Black beach
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Just before reaching Vik, we discover the Dyrholaey viewpoint, a rocky plateau adorned with a magnificent stone arch. Afterwards, we descend to the captivating black sand beach of Reynisfjara. Walking along this surreal dark surface is an otherworldly experience that leaves us in awe.

Hunting the lights!

The possibilities in this area are abundant, offering us a range of unforgettable experiences. During the night hours, we can embark on an aurora hunting adventure, visiting unique points of interest such as the majestic waterfalls of Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss, the captivating Dyrholaey viewpoint, or the renowned Plane Wreck site. For the adventurous souls among us, a snowy trek leads to a free thermal water pool, open year-round, offering the perfect opportunity for a rejuvenating dip.

Included: car rental

Money pot: petrol and any entrance fees

Not included: food and drinks

day 5

Jokulsarlon Lagoon

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On the road

After a hearty breakfast, we set out towards Jokulsarlon . Since the drive will be almost three hours, we will make some small stops : in Iceland the road itself, surrounded by endless green plains (in winter they will probably be covered with snow!), is an attraction to be admired!

The largest glacier in Europe
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At last, we reach the mesmerizing glacial lagoon where Europe's largest glacier descends from the mountains and stretches to the beach. Here, it "dives" into the water, giving birth to numerous small icebergs that gracefully float in the bay until carried away by the current. This setting is simply unparalleled, exuding a unique and almost surreal beauty, especially when witnessed during sunset or in the midst of the night with the enchanting dance of the northern lights illuminating the sky.

Included: car rental

Money pot: petrol and any entrance fees

Not included: food and drinks

day 6

Skogafoss and Seljalandsfos

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Skogafoss
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An essential stop in Iceland is Skogafoss, a breathtaking waterfall that leaves you in awe. The interplay of light creates magnificent rainbows, both in the air and reflecting in the water among the rocks. A well-maintained stepped path allows easy access to the top, offering a panoramic view from above. Standing so close to the plunging point, we'll be overwhelmed by the powerful rush of water cascading onto the black beach. There's also a nearby tourist office with souvenirs and a refreshment point where we'll enjoy a lunch break.

Seljalandsfoss
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Among Iceland's numerous waterfalls, Seljalandsfoss stands out as a unique spectacle. What sets it apart is the opportunity to witness it from behind. With the appropriate waterproof gear and sturdy footwear, we can venture to the back and marvel at the cascading water up close. This remarkable experience allows us to capture extraordinary photos from within a captivating cave, surrounded by black rocks. It's an exhilarating adventure that leaves a lasting impression!

DC 3 Plane

As we make our way towards Skogar, we mustn't miss the search for the DC 3 wreckage. This American plane crash site in the midst of the Icelandic black desert holds a captivating allure. Witnessing it during sunset or at night evokes a melancholic and poignant atmosphere. The sight of the wreck submerged in the black sands, so near to the seashore, is truly fascinating and leaves a lasting impression.

Included: car rental

Money pot: petrol and any entrance fees

Not included: food and drinks

day 7

Laugarás Lagoon

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En route to Reykjavik

We head towards Reykjavik, but there are still a few stops to discover along the way. We make a stop at Kerid, one of Iceland's most spectacular craters, with a depth of 55 meters. Then, we continue on to an unexpected destination: a tomato greenhouse! Who would've thought that Iceland has huge greenhouses with kilometers of towering rows of tomatoes? Here, we take a lunch break at the farm's super cozy bistro

Laugarás Lagoon
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In the afternoon, we relax in the thermal waters of Laugarás Lagoon, surrounded by a

mesmerising lunar landscape. It's a truly amazing experience to soak in the hot

pools, enjoying the stunning views.

At night, we head into Reykjavik's vibrant nightlife. Live music concerts and extravagant shows abound, keeping us entertained until the early morning hours.

Included: car rental and entrance to Laugarás Lagoon

Money pot: petrol and any entrance fees

Not included: food and drinks

day 8

Goodbye Iceland

Check-out and goodbye

Check-out and goodbye – until your next WeRoad adventure!

End of services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, national holidays, strikes, etc.

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Our travel coordinators are chosen because they are people like you. Not only are they the best travel buddy you could hope for, but they're trained professionals guaranteed to show you a travel experience like never before

Info to know

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Is the flight included?

Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.

Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!

What is the Money Pot and how does it work?

This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!

The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. 

It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.

You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.

The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.

It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.

It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.

If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.

The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.

If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.

Which are the accepeted payment methods?

We offer several payment methods to meet all needs:

1. Credit or debit card from Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

2. Installment payments for certain countries only

If you choose the deposit and balance option, you can pay the balance from your MyWeRoad Personal Area via bank transfer.

Can I cancel or modify my booking?

Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.

If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option.

You can do it directly from your personal MyWeRoad account!
 
Within your booking you will find the "Change Your Trip" section at the bottom right, just underneath your booking details. You will be able to select a different date for the same trip, or a different trip entirely. Whether you are able to change the trip depends on the cancellation terms of your booking. For your original booking if you selected the Private Room, Flexible Cancellation or entered any discount code, gift card or voucher, before confirming the change we will let you know if anything isn't applicable to the new trip and you can decide whether to proceed or not. If you have any issues please do get in touch with the WeRoad team and we'll be able to help. 
 
It's not possible to move to a 'sold out' trip and with any trips that are 'on request' we will need to check availability with our local partners so please do get in touch if you want to move to an 'on request' trip. Please bear in mind that if the trip has the 'final spots' status, there may be no places left in either the male or female room.

How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.

What type of accommodation should I expect on your trips?

In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.

For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.

The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!

Why do we have the Money Pot on all WeRoad trips?

If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!

Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group. 

But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements! 

It also helps us speed up paymentsimagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.

In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants. 

The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button

which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:

How can I find the flight details of my travel buddies?

WeRoad is not authorised to provide this information due to privacy reasons.

However, there is a solution - you can connect with your travel buddies by joining our Facebook group. Look for a post related to your trip, or ask the group admins for help in connecting with your future travel companions!

If a Travel Coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you're interested in, you can easily find their introduction post in the group via the website: in the tour list, click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip details page, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator's name] for information on this trip in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!

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What's the average size and age of a WeRoad group?

In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.

On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.

All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curios to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can contact us by WhatsApp at +447716573700

Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.  

Who is and what does the Travel Coordinator do?

The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!

You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.

Will I share the room?

Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.

There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.

During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.

How can I be part of the community?

When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.

But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!