Iceland New Year Festival 2025 (Northern Lights Hunting) 10 Days 8 Nights GOIS8860

05.00 All members gather at Suvarnabhumi Airport, International Departure Terminal, 4th floor
Counter U, Finnair Airlines, staff will take care of checking luggage and boarding pass on the plane
08.00 Fly to Helsinki by Finnair Airlines, Flight No. AY 142
15.30 Arrive in Helsinki, Finland After going through immigration, we will take you to “Helsinki” (HELSINKI), which has a mixed Swedish and Russian architecture, nicknamed “The Daughter of the Baltic Sea”. Free time to walk around the city at your leisure
Dinner is served at a restaurant / Take you to your accommodation
Stay at: CLARION HOTEL AVIAPOLIS / SCANDIC AIRPORT HOTEL or similar accommodation

05.00 Depart for Helsinki Airport (box breakfast)
07.20 Depart for Reykjavik by Finnair Flight No. AY 991
09.15 Arrive at Keflavik Airport, Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland. Then take you to the Golden Circle route, a natural route, a world heritage, entering Thingvellir National Park, which UNESCO has registered as a world cultural heritage in 2004. See the area that used to be the parliament or the place for expressing opinions and selecting Icelandic leaders since 930 AD and is an area that is recognized as one of the most beautiful natural sites in Iceland. Walk through the cracks in the earth that are 14 meters deep underground, caused by the earthquake in 1784, and every year this crack expands by another 1 centimeter per year. Visit Lake Pingvallavatn, the largest natural lake in Iceland.
Noon Lunch at a restaurant.
Afternoon After lunch, walk to Geysir Geothermal Park. Visit the "Strokkur" hot spring, which is the country's most famous hot spring. Strokkur erupts every 5-10 minutes, 20-40 meters above the ground. Then travel to Gullfoss waterfall or 'Golden Waterfall', which is the most beautiful and largest in Iceland. The beautiful waterfall flows from the "Hvitá River" flowing from the 'Langjökull' glacier, the second largest glacier in Iceland. Before descending 32 meters / Take you to Selfoss town
Evening Dinner service at the restaurant
Stay at:HOTEL SOUTH COAST, SELFOSS or similar accommodation
*** You can walk and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest. The occurrence of the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon that cannot be predicted. But there is a high possibility that it will occur at night during September - March. ***

Morning, have breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Then visit “Seljalandsfoss Waterfall” (SeljalandsFoss). Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is a 62-meter-high waterfall. It is also unique and may be on the list of the 10 most photographed natural wonders in Iceland. It flows from the Skoga River. The most notable feature of Seljalandsfoss is the long walkway around the cliff. Behind the waterfall, there is a wide cave, rocks and a path that can be fully walked in the summer. Take you to see the black sand beach ‘Reynisfjara’ (Reynisfjara), a black sand beach formed when lava cooled. From the famous Katla volcano erupted centuries ago, Reynisfjara Beach is home to a group of rocks. Reynisdrangar, a 66-meter-high basalt column, rises out of the ocean at the end of a long stretch of black sand beach. Fans of Game of Thrones may recognize the striking basalt column and black sand used as the setting for 'North of the Wall'. It has also appeared in Vikings, A Star Wars: Rogue One.
Lunch at a restaurant
Then head to Skogafoss waterfall, located near the small village of Skoga, south of the Eyjafjallajökull glacier volcano. Skogafoss is 60 meters high and 25 meters wide, and is unique because it comes directly from two glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Myrdalsjökull, making it one of the largest waterfalls in Iceland.
Then head to Arnardrangur, or 'Eagle Rock' in Dyrhólei, which is called 'Eagle Rock' because eagles used to nest there. Enjoy the famous view of the Dyrholai peninsula's stunning coastline and the abundance of birdlife. Be amazed by the view of Dyrholai's arches, a 100-meter-high rock formation that has been eroded over many centuries.
Evening: Dinner at the hotel restaurant.
Stay at: HOTEL DYRHOLAEY / STRACTA HOTEL or similar.
*** You can walk around and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest. The occurrence of the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon that cannot be predicted, but there is a high possibility that it will occur at night during September - March. ***

Morning Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Then travel to the viewpoint of “Eldhraun Lava Field” or “Fire Lava Field”, known as the largest lava field in the world, caused by one of the greatest eruptions recorded, which was the eruption of the Laki volcano in the late 18th century. During the two years between 1783-1784, the fire lava field covered an area of ​​565 square kilometers. Then travel to the viewpoint of “Skidarajökull” glacier, see the remnants of the Skidara Bridge, which was once the longest bridge in Iceland and is part of the Ring Road. The twisted bridge beams were blown away by the heat of the volcano and the flooding of the glacier. The background is the Skidara Sandur plain, the largest black volcanic sand flat in the world, and see the Skidarajökull glacier and the glacier. Svinafellsjökull in beautiful clear
Noon Lunch at a restaurant
Afternoon After lunch, travel to “Jökulsárlón Lake”, the most famous glacier lagoon in Iceland. Located in the southeast, easily accessible by the Ring Road 1, about halfway between Skaftafell Nature Reserve and Höfn, Jökulsárlón is a lagoon filled with meltwater from the outlet glacier, Breiðamerkurjökull, the largest ice tongue in Europe from Vatnajökull glacier. When the icebergs move across the lagoon, they eventually float out to sea and wash ashore, becoming the shiny black sand beach of Breiðamerkursandur, earning the area the nickname 'Diamond Beach' (Diamond Beach) When it's time, travel back to the accommodation.
Evening, dinner service at the restaurant.
Stay at:HOTEL DYRHOLAEY / STRACTA HOTEL or similar accommodation.
*** You can walk and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest. The occurrence of the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon that cannot be predicted. But there is a high possibility that it will occur at night during September - March. ***

Morning Breakfast at the hotel restaurant
After the meal, we will change the journey to a four-wheel drive (4WD Super Jeep) to Katla Ice Caves, located in the extinct Katla volcano under Mydaljokull glacier. Enjoy the unusual scenery along the way of the lava field. Arrive at the parking lot. The local guide will prepare ankle boots and helmets for everyone for safe walking. Take you to the mouth of the 'glacier cave' to visit the Katla Ice Cave, which is over 800 years old. It is the only natural ice cave that can be accessed all year round and is the closest to Reykjavik. The view inside the ice cave is beautiful with the combination of ice colors. And have a chance to see black ice caused by black ash from the previous volcanic eruption. Led by a local guide who is an expert in the route, take pictures of the beauty to your heart's content.
Noon Lunch at a restaurant
Afternoon Then take you to Eldhestar Horse Farm, one of the largest and oldest horse farms in Iceland. Get up close with Nordic horses with local guides who will take care of and give advice on how to control the horses. They will educate you about raising and breeding rare native horses. Because the horses in Iceland are the original breed of the Nordic people that are not cross-breeded (Iceland does not allow horses from abroad to enter the country). Then take you on a horseback ride along the prepared path to see the beauty of nature and the white snow fields. You will enjoy the nature and the cuteness of these horses / Take you to the hotel.
Evening Dinner at a local restaurant with drinks to celebrate the New Year 2025
Stay at:HOTEL SOUTH COAST, SELFOSS / or similar accommodation
*** You can walk and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest. The occurrence of the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon that cannot be predicted. But there is a high possibility that it will occur at night during September - March. ***

Morning, have breakfast at the hotel's restaurant.
After the meal, travel to the town of 'Grundarfjörður', a small fishing town that flourished in the north of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, located between the high mountains and the sea. Visit Kirkjufell Mountain
or 'Church Mountain' is a prominent peak found on the northern coast of Iceland's Snæfellsnes Peninsula, located on the west coast of Iceland (West Iceland). One of the most famous places to take pictures of Iceland's landscapes. In the view of the inverted cone-shaped peak Surrounded by waterfalls and streams, it can be said to be a symbol of Iceland. This mountain is approximately 463 meters high. Moreover, the colors of Kirkjufell will change with the passing seasons. In summer, it looks lush and green, full of life, while in winter it is covered in snow. Of course, under the midnight sun, it is even more impressive in June. And under the Northern Lights Which is best seen between September and April
Noon Lunch at a restaurant
Afternoon Travel back to Reykjavik / Visit Hallgrímskirkja Church, a Lutheran church in Reykjavik, 73 meters high, the largest church in Iceland. Construction began in 1945 and took 38 years to complete in 1986. Take a picture of the building (Hofdi House) used for the leaders' meeting between President Reagan and President Gobshov at the 1986 Reykjavik Summit during the Cold War. Then take a picture of the Sun Voyager, a symbol of freedom and an important landmark of Reykjavik. Capture the Harpa Concert Hall, which won an award from the 2013 Architecture Competition.
Evening Dinner at the restaurant.
Stay at:GRAND HOTEL REYKJAVIK / NATURA-BERJAYA HOTEL or similar accommodation.
21.00 Take you to hunt for the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis by coach (with heater). The experienced driver will take you to the point where you have the highest chance of seeing the Northern Lights, taking about 3 hours. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon that will appear at night when the sky is clear. In the winter only, the Aurora Borealis will appear as a green light across the night sky. *** Seeing the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon that cannot be determined or known in advance. The chance of seeing it depends mainly on the weather conditions. And the program may be adjusted as appropriate. ***

Morning Breakfast at the hotel restaurant
After breakfast, join the Snow Mobile activity by traveling to Langjökull Glacier in a small Super Jeep, which is an exciting experience to the glacier base camp. Receive all necessary snowmobile equipment, including snowmobile suits, gloves, woollens and helmets for snowmobiling. The professional snowmobile guide will show you how to safely operate a snowmobile. Langjökull Glacier is home to several massive ice-filled volcanic craters, surrounded by towering volcanoes and located in the beautiful interior of Iceland. The view from the side of Langjökull is quite remarkable, with the Eiríksjökull glacier, the highest mountain in West Iceland, the domed Hofsjökull glacier and the Kerlingafjöll mountain range in the distance.
*** Note: Many glaciers may melt due to the effects of global warming or in cases of unfavorable weather conditions. Which may be unsafe for driving snowmobiles. The company reserves the right to change to other safe activities instead in the event of such an incident, such as driving an ATV down the coast of the Dyrhóle Peninsula, crossing a small stream to the abandoned DC3 aircraft wreckage on the black beach at 'Sólheimasandur', which is a photo spot that is another important landmark of Iceland.
Noon Lunch at a restaurant
Afternoon Take the elevator to the top floor of the Perlan building, a modern building with a restaurant on top for a 360-degree view of Reykjavik. Then free to buy local products as souvenirs. See the walking street with beautiful buildings on both sides of the road lined with local products and various brands. Free for you to choose products as you wish. In the walking street or local department store
Evening Dinner at a restaurant
Stay at: GRAND HOTEL REYKJAVIK / NATURA-BERJAYA HOTEL or similar accommodation
*** You can walk and enjoy the beauty of nature to the fullest. The occurrence of the Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon that cannot be predicted. But there is a high possibility that it will be seen at night during September - March. ***

Morning Breakfast at the hotel restaurant
Take you to the pier for a whale watching cruise (Reykjavik Whale Watching) where you will experience a new experience in watching marine animals. You will meet many types of seabirds, including whales such as Killer Whale (Orca), Minke Whale, Humpback Whale. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet the cuteness of Dolphins, which will swim and play with you beside the boat. It is a cuteness and natural beauty that can only be found in this area. (On the boat, there are winter clothes provided. The company reserves the right in the event that the boat cancels the service due to bad weather conditions.) Take you back to Reykjavik
Noon Lunch at a restaurant
Then take you to "Grótta", a nature reserve at the end of the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula (Seltjarnarnes Peninsula) In the northwest of Greater Reykjavík, visit the ‘Grottà Lighthouse’, one of the oldest lighthouses in Iceland. Today, Grotta is one of the most visited places, attracting both locals and international tourists throughout the year. *** Then take you to the Blue Lagoon, a hot spring filled with minerals such as silica, sea plants, silica mud, fluorine, sodium, potassium, calcium, sulfate, chlorine, carbon dioxide, etc. In addition, the Blue Lagoon hot spring also has minerals that will help you relax and treat skin diseases. It also helps to make your skin radiant. You will experience comfort from soaking and bathing in the Blue Lagoon hot spring. (Special… Blue Lagoon has prepared equipment for use, such as skin cream and towels, so you have time to relax in the mineral water to your heart's content.)
Evening Dinner service at the restaurant
Stay at:PARK INN BY RADISSON KEFLAVÍK HOTEL / or similar accommodation

Morning Breakfast at the hotel restaurant / Free time for everyone
When the time is right / From Keflavik International Airport, Reykjavik
10.00 Depart for Helsinki by flight AY992
16.00 Arrive at Helsinki Airport (Iceland time is 2 hours behind Helsinki time) / Change planes
20.50 Fly back to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi by Finnair flight AY145

13.25 Arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport / Safely with good impressions