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Reykjavik, Iceland

City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On
Hop-Off + Northern Lights Tour

starting from$ 95.12 p.p.
  • 24 Hours

Tour Overview

With this special sight-seeing combined ticket, you can explore Reykjavik by day and hunt for the Northern Lights by night! Make an online reservation to spend a full day exploring Reykjavik on our Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and go on a guided tour across the Icelandic countryside in search of the Northern Lights. You won't have to lose out on amazing vistas and photo opportunities while travelling thanks to our top-deck seats. Don't let the opportunity slip to make priceless memories! Start your journey by reserving your tour right now!

Highlights

  • Comprehensive Route: Covers major attractions and landmarks in Reykjavik.
  • Flexible Open-Air Sightseeing: You can board and deboard from the Bus Tour at any specified stop along the itinerary. You may spend as much time as you wish at each location and explore the attractions at your own speed thanks to this freedom.
  • Relaxing Experience: Sit back and unwind as you move through Reykjavik on our open roof bus.
  • Audio Commentary:Buses are equipped with audio commentary available in multiple languages, providing insights into the history, culture, and significance of the sites you pass.

Tour Description

You won't find a McDonald's or a Starbucks when visiting Reykjavik, but don't worry—the 3.5-hour Northern Lights Tour will allow you to experience the Northern Lights instead. To increase your chances of witnessing nature's own captivating light display, you'll travel away from the city lights and into the countryside with a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. In order to track the lights as they dance across the night sky, weather forecasts are carefully examined, and the itinerary is altered every day.

In reality, charged particles produced from the sun's atmosphere collide with gaseous particles in the Earth's atmosphere to produce the Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis in the Northern Hemisphere. Every day we travel in the direction where there is the most chance of seeing the Northern Lights, therefore the places we visit are different. You are invited to sign up for a free Northern Lights trip, but please note that this tour is weather dependant and there is no guarantee of sightings

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Inclusions

  • 24-Hours Hop-On, Hop-Off Ticket
  • Audio Guide in Multiple Languages
  • 3.5-hour guided Northern Lights Tour with an English-Speaking Guide & Coach Transport.
  • Stops near all the major sights

Winter Timetable (1st October - 30th April):
  • First Departure: 9:30am, Last Departure: 4:15pm
  • Tour Duration: 80 minutes
  • Frequency: Every 45 minutes

Summer Timetable (1st May - 30th September):

  • First Departure: 8:30am, Last Departure: 5:30pm
  • Tour Duration: 80 minutes
  • Frequency: Every 30 minutes

Northern Lights Tour:

  • Departure Times:
  • 25th August - 30th September: 10:00pm
  • 01st October - 30th December: 9:00pm
  • Departure Point: BSI Reykjavik Bus Terminal
  • Duration: 3.5 hours (may vary due to road and weather conditions)
  • No tours on 24th and 31st December

  • Passengers can board at any stop and simply exchange their booking voucher with the driver: Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
  • Your booking voucher will expire after you exchange it for a ticket.
  • The company or bus operator will not provide a refund if a voucher or ticket is misplaced.
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
  • Cruise Passengers: If you arriving in May-September, you will be able to board the City Sightseeing Reykjavik busses at the cruise terminal, stop 15 Skarfabakki Harbour. This is about a 70 metre walk away. If you are cruising during the winter season, you will need to make your way to stop 1.

Important Info:

  • There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events.
  • Stops and timings are subject to alter. There will be an updated map on the bus.
  • There may be a small delay in the bus's arrival and departure schedules.
  • Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these circumstances, there will be no refund.
  • Northern Lights Tour is weather dependent. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon; therefore, sightings cannot be guaranteed. If you don’t see any lights on the tour, you can re-book again for free.
  • Warm clothes (we recommend three layers), waterproof jacket and sturdy shoes are recommended (bring a winter hat, scarf, mittens/gloves and warm socks for colder days)

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time. You must contact us through email.
  • The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.7

based on 810 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
659
4 stars
94
3 stars
31
2 stars
21
1 stars
5

"Everything felt thoughtful, polished, and engaging. The smooth flow and warm presentation made the entire experience enjoyable. Definitely something I’d recommend without hesitation."

"Beautifully delivered from start to finish. The clarity, pacing, and overall feel were consistently excellent. Left me smiling and fully satisfied with the experience."

"There were several enjoyable elements, though the pacing varied slightly. Good effort and potential—just needs a bit more balance to shine fully."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

You can easily book tours and activities through our website. Simply browse our destinations, select your preferred tour, choose your date and number of participants, and complete the secure online payment process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase.

After booking, you'll receive a voucher via email. For hop-on-hop-off tours, exchange your voucher with the bus driver or staff at any designated stop to receive your physical ticket. For other activities, present your voucher (digital or printed) at the meeting point specified in your booking confirmation. Keep your ticket safe throughout the tour validity period.

We accept all major credit/debit cards. You can pay with a VISA debit or credit card, a MasterCard debit or credit card, Maestro, Visa Electron or American Express card.
 
Please note: We are based in the United Kingdom. Depending on your bank, an international transaction fee may apply. For more details about potential charges, please contact your card provider directly.

Yes. Your payment is absolutely safe with us. All transactions are protected with SSL encryption and processed securely. With our secure online payment system, your information is encrypted and protected against fraud. We use industry-standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocols to safeguard data transfer, and all personal information is stored in secure environments not accessible to the public.

You will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase. If you do not receive it within a few minutes, please check your spam/junk folder.If any activity requires manual confirmation from the supplier/ tour operator, your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.

Still haven’t received it? Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com and our team will be happy to assist you.

Your reference number will be displayed on the confirmation page after you complete your booking and in the confirmation email you receive once your tour is confirmed. All booking reference numbers begin with “ACTXXXX”.

If you don't receive your confirmation email within 30 minutes of booking, please check your spam/junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer support at booking@activity-crest.com with your payment details and booking information. We'll resend your confirmation and voucher immediately.

Yes. You can modify your booking after purchase. Modifications depend on the specific tour's terms and conditions. Some bookings allow date changes up to 24-48 hours before the tour, while others may have stricter policies. Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com as soon as possible if you need to modify your booking. Please note that changes may be subject to availability and additional fees.

Please bring a printed copy of your ticket voucher. Some local suppliers also accept vouchers shown on a mobile device (check the activity page for details). A valid photo ID is required for the traveler named on the ticket. For certain activities, a valid ID for each participant may be required – this will be clearly stated on your ticket.

Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.

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