Iceland in Winter
Chasing the northern lights, without long drives.
— Quick facts
Iceland in Winter
Destination
Southwest and south coast
Duration
6 – 7 days
Ideal period
October – March
Northern lights
High probability with clear skies
Ideal for
Couples, friends, aurora hunters
Formula
Self-drive with 4x4
— Why we chose
Iceland in Winter
The Icelandic winter has a unique magic: snowy landscapes, frozen waterfalls and some of the darkest night skies in Europe. By focusing the itinerary on the southwest and the south coast we avoid risky roads and reduce driving time, leaving more time, energy and nights available to chase the aurora.
Experiences included
The stages
Customize your journey
Every Mauna proposal starts from a conversation with you. We can adjust the trip length, the pace of the stops, the hotel category and the experiences to live along the way. We guide you step by step through the itinerary, sharing practical advice based on our first-hand knowledge of the destination.
The Mauna service
- Personalized consultation before departure
- Itinerary designed around the season and your interests
- Careful selection of guides, accommodations and activities
- Dedicated assistance throughout the planning process
- Support before, during and after your journey
Perfect for you if…
- You love wild nature and vast landscapes
- You want a road trip with freedom to move
- You are fascinated by volcanoes, glaciers and waterfalls
- You want to experience Icelandic thermal springs
- You dream of seeing the northern lights or the midnight sun
This journey may not be ideal if…
- You want a beach or tropical destination
- You are not willing to drive long stretches
- You expect guaranteed good weather
- You are looking for nightlife and big cities
Always included with Mauna
- Flights to and from Italy
- Carefully selected accommodations
- Car rental or transfers included
- Medical and baggage insurance
- Fully customizable itinerary
- Support before and during the journey
- Destination personally explored by our team
The activities described in the itinerary represent the experiences you can enjoy during the journey. Some may be optional and will always be clearly indicated. If the journey includes domestic flights, they are always included.
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