Iceland Tours in December 2025
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- 3 Day Winter Package with Golden Circle, South Coast & Aurora
- 7 day Self-drive tour | Winter Wonders and Delicious Detours
- Premium Iceland in Winter
- Iceland Fire and Ice (Classic, Winter)
- 4 Days in Reykjavík Winter Package
- Iceland including the Blue Lagoon (Winter)
- Iceland Winter Express - 4 days
- Delve Deep: Iceland (Winter)
- 5 Days Self-Drive | Golden Circle, South Coast (Winter)
- 10 Days Iceland Ring Road In-depth - Private Tour (Winter)
3 Day Winter Package with Golden Circle, South Coast & Aurora
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour spoils you with seeing the most breathtaking views while under the care and supervision of natives passionate about the beauty of Iceland.”
Krystal, traveled in February
Duration 3 days Destinations Reykjavik, Kerid Volcano, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir National Park, Skogafoss, Vik, Reynisfjara, Reynisdrangar Cliffs, SolheimajokullSee all destinations Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator BusTravel Iceland December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$488
Duration 7 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Geysir, Gullfoss, Eyjafjallajokull, Skogafoss, Vik, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, Thingvellir National ParkSee all destinations Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Iceland Travel December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$2,181
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Fludir, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, Borgarfjörður Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Premium December departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 11 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$6,905
Iceland Fire and Ice (Classic, Winter)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I loved my trip to Iceland. I had the best birthday ever during the trip!”
Natasha, traveled in January
Duration 6 days Destinations Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Efstidalur, Skaftafell, Vik Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Contiki December departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 13 Dec, 2025 8 spaces left From $3,845
20% Off- NZ$3,076You save $769
4 Days in Reykjavík Winter Package
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We fell in love with the stunning beauty all around us there. I might add, now I know what everyone's talking about with their soup comments...YES THE SOUP WAS DELICIOUS!!!”
Maralee, traveled in March
Duration 4 days Destinations Reykjavik, Kerid Volcano, Gullfoss, Geysir, Thingvellir National Park, Hvolsvollur, Vik, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Jokulsarlon, SeljalandSee all destinations Age Range 8 to 99 year olds Operator BusTravel Iceland December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
20% Off- NZ$717
Duration 6 days Destinations Reykjavik, Reykholt, Borgarnes, Akranes, Snæfellsnes, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Geysir, Selfoss, Blue Lagoon Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Trafalgar December departure dates
26 Dec, 2025 9 spaces left From $6,225
10% Off- NZ$5,603You save $622
Duration 4 days Destinations Reykjavik, Borgarfjörður, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, Djupalonssandur, Skogafoss, Eyjafjallajokull, Myrdalsjokull, Reynisfjara, VikSee all destinations Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Operator On The Go Tours December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 4 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From $3,735
15% Off- NZ$3,175You save $560
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Secret Lagoon, Geysir, Skaftafell, Reynisfjara, Hraunfossar, Snæfellsnes, Arnarstapi, Stykkisholmur Age Range up to 39 year olds Operator Topdeck December departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 13 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From $3,729
5% Off- NZ$3,543You save $186
5 Days Self-Drive | Golden Circle, South Coast (Winter)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything went so smoothly and Marina Travel completely booked everything for us, from the hotel to the rental car!”
Vanessa, traveled in November
Duration 5 days Destinations Keflavik, Blue Lagoon, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Kerid Volcano, Hella, Skogafoss, Solheimajokull, Reynisfjara, VikSee all destinations Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Marina Travel December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 10+ spaces left From
5% Off- NZ$1,886
10 Days Iceland Ring Road In-depth - Private Tour (Winter)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The booking and tailor made itinerary was just amazing. Iceland was amazing.”
Renee, traveled in January
Duration 10 days Destinations Keflavik, Blue Lagoon, Borgarnes, Arnarstapi, Kirkjufell Mountain, Reykholt, Hvitserkur, Akureyri, Godafoss, MyvatnSee all destinations Age Range up to 98 year olds Operator Marina Travel December departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Dec, 2025 7 spaces left 2 Dec, 2025 7 spaces left From
5% Off- NZ$19,522
What people love about Iceland Tours in December
- 8 Day Around Iceland Winter Minibus Tour
Amazing Tour with Troll Expeditions! Thales, our guide/driver was fabulous, he took us to many extra stops along the way. All the hotels were nice. Iceland was a dream come true, highly recommend Troll Expeditions.
We had some wonderful memories of Iceland, thanks to the guides of Bus Tour. We took 2 for 3 special package along with West Coast Tour to the amazing Peninsula. The northern light tour was given as complimentary. And we were lucky to spot on the 1st night. The second sighting of this amazing phenomenon was spotted on our way back to Reykjavik from the Peninsula. The eccentric loud voiced guide spotted it and parked our small Van beside a farm and we gazed and marveled at the skyline to the white dancing curtain. Remember guys, the Northern Light is colorful through the camera and mobile lenses, not with naked eyes. We took their smooth Airport transfer for both ways. We also took their whale watching tour, but failed to spot more than one humpback whale. The tours were taken from 12-16 November time frame. The cold climate was manageable (we are from Bangladesh; a tropical country) as the sky was clear and the sun was there for us to shower. A big Thank you for the Bus Tour guys.
3 Day Winter Package with Golden Circle, South Coast & Aurora
- 5 Days Land of Northern Lights
We had a wonderful time in Iceland! The tour was well organised and covered the beautiful and interesting places in Iceland. Over the 3 days tour we felt that we had gone to so many places. Our guide, Simone de Greef, was simply superb. Very informative and knowledgable and always eager to make our holiday in Iceland a wonderful experience. She is jovial and energetic person with a great sense of humour. We took the upgraded hotels. The Stracta Hotel in Hella is a lovely place to stay while Hotel Klettur in Reykjavic is pretty basic. We managed to spot the Northern Light while in Hella on our last night there. Such a blessing indeed. The much anticipated light brought us closer as each one of us in our small group of 8 people was really looking forward to it. We also opted for the optional Glacier Walk and it was all worth it. Such an adventure to scale up the glacier mountain and stomping our feet on the slippery icy terrain. The view is simply breathtaking. Overall it was a wonderful tour.
What our customers ask about Iceland Tours in December 2025
What key sites can I visit in Iceland during December?
Winter tours in Iceland focus on the country's most notable cold-weather attractions. The Golden Circle route takes visitors to Thingvellir National Park Geysir's steaming vents and Gullfoss waterfall. Along the South Coast you'll find the cascading Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls. The Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and nearby Diamond Beach offer views of floating icebergs. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Each place was more beautiful than the last - the natural beauty is outstanding. The ice caves in Vatnajökull Jökulsárlón lagoon and waterfalls were absolutely magical in winter conditions." Accommodations typically include stays at properties like Fosshotel Baron in Reykjavik and Hotel Höfn near the glacier lagoon.
What are the weather conditions like in Iceland during December?
Reykjavik sees temperatures between -2°C to 4°C (28°F to 39°F) in December while North Iceland near Akureyri experiences colder conditions. Snow is common particularly around Mývatn and Húsafell. Strong winds can occur throughout the country. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The weather was challenging but worth it - we experienced everything from heavy snow at Gullfoss waterfall to clear skies perfect for Northern Lights viewing from Hotel Eyjafjallajökull."
What are the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland during December?
Dark December skies create ideal viewing conditions around Lake Mývatn the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and the South Coast near Kirkjubæjarklaustur. Hotels like Eyjafjallajökull and Fosshotel Nupar provide viewing spots away from city light pollution. According to a TourRadar traveler: "We saw spectacular Northern Lights two nights in a row from our hotel in Kirkjubæjarklaustur - the dark December skies made them even more vivid."
What winter activities are available at the Golden Circle in December?
The Golden Circle's winter offerings include snowmobile rides on Langjökull glacier visits to the active Strokkur geyser and walks around the partially frozen Gullfoss waterfall. Guests at Fosshotel Baron can reach these sites easily. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Seeing Gullfoss partially frozen in December was absolutely magical and the snowmobile tour added an extra adventure element."
What type of accommodation is available during December tours?
December tours feature 3-star hotels equipped with private bathrooms and heating systems across Iceland. Popular options include Fosshotel Baron in Reykjavík Hotel Höfn near Vatnajökull and Fosshotel Nupar in the south. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The hotels were well-heated and strategically located for northern lights viewing with the Fosshotel Glacier Lagoon offering particularly stunning views of the auroras."
What special Christmas activities happen in Iceland during December?
December brings distinctive holiday traditions to Iceland. Visitors can meet the Yule Lads in Dimmuborgir browse Christmas markets in Reykjavik and see holiday light displays throughout the city. Local restaurants and hotels serve traditional Christmas buffets known as jólahlaðborð. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "The Christmas atmosphere in Reykjavik was magical with festive lights making the short December days much brighter."