Iceland Tours in September 2025
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- Complete Iceland Circle - 8-Day Self-Drive
- 8 Days Self-drive | Around Iceland Ring Road Tour (Summer)
- Iceland Explorer
- Best of Iceland
- Six Days in Iceland
- An Icelandic Adventure
- Complete Iceland Circle with Snæfellsnes - 9-Day Self-Drive
- Iceland Express Circle - 6-Day Self-Drive
- 8 Days Northern Lights Exploration – Small Group
- 10 Days Complete Iceland Winter | Ring-Road, Snæfellsnes, Northern Lights & Roundtrip airport transfer (Group Tour)
Duration 8 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, Hofn, DjupivogurSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel September departure dates
See All Departure Dates18 Sep, 2025 10 spaces left 19 Sep, 2025 10 spaces left From
- NZ$2,240
8 Days Self-drive | Around Iceland Ring Road Tour (Summer)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Marina Travel makes the difference. The communication with them was more than excellent.”
Ana, traveled in July
Duration 8 days Destinations Keflavik, Blue Lagoon, Reykholt, Hraunfossar, Borgarnes, Hvitserkur, Siglufjordur, Akureyri, Godafoss, MyvatnSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Marina Travel September departure dates
See All Departure Dates18 Sep, 2025 10+ spaces left 19 Sep, 2025 10+ spaces left From
- NZ$4,056
Iceland Explorer
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“This was helped by fine weather for the 9 days and the beautiful scenery makes it a must to see.”
Graham, traveled in July
Duration 10 days Destinations Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Jokulsarlon, Egilsstadir, Dettifoss, Myvatn, Godafoss, Akureyri Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels September departure dates
21 Sep, 2025 8 spaces left From $8,137
10% Off- NZ$7,325You save $812
Best of Iceland
137 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A full-on week taking in all the essentials of Iceland. Very good experience.”
Kaye, traveled in April
Duration 7 days Destinations Reykjavik, Akureyri, Godafoss, Myvatn, Seydisfjordur, Vatnajokull National Park, Jokulsarlon, Skaftafell Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures September departure dates
See All Departure Dates21 Sep, 2025 2 spaces left 25 Sep, 2025 10+ spaces left From $4,539
25% Off- NZ$3,404You save $1,135
Duration 6 days Destinations Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Jokulsarlon, Vik Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Intrepid Travel September departure dates
28 Sep, 2025 5 spaces left From $2,340
10% Off- NZ$2,106You save $234
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Keflavik, Hella, Geysir, Gullfoss, Vik, Hraunfossar, Snaefellsjokull National Park Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels September departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$5,920
Duration 9 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Skaftafell, Jokulsarlon, HofnSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel September departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$2,561
Duration 6 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, Fludir, Seljaland, Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, VikSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator Snaeland Travel September departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$1,601
8 Days Northern Lights Exploration – Small Group
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“GJ tours provided an excellent itinerary and tour director. Overall, GJ is very organized and took us to some spectacular places.”
Douglas, traveled in March
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Grábrók Volcano, Hraunfossar, Reykholt, Borgarnes, Kirkjufell Mountain, Grundarfjordur, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, GullfossSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operator GJ Travel September departure dates
See All Departure Dates23 Sep, 2025 4 spaces left 30 Sep, 2025 4 spaces left From
10% Off- NZ$6,024
10 Days Complete Iceland Winter | Ring-Road, Snæfellsnes, Northern Lights & Roundtrip airport transfer (Group Tour)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Duration 10 days Destinations Keflavik, Blue Lagoon, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Geysir, Skogafoss, Solheimajokull, Reynisfjara, Vik, JokulsarlonSee all destinations Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Marina Travel September departure dates
See All Departure Dates18 Sep, 2025 10+ spaces left 20 Sep, 2025 10+ spaces left From
10% Off- NZ$7,898
What people love about Iceland Tours in September
- 5 Day - Snæfellsnes & South Coast
The trip was beyond expectation. Iceland is a very beautifull country. Our guides were superb as well as the accommodation. The bus was a little bit small. We are tall and didn't have much legspace.
- Best of Iceland
Great tour! Iceland is a beautiful country.
- 5 Days Land of Northern Lights
The itinerary was perfct for a short trip and the bus and guide were excellent. Bus was comfortable and guide was interactive and congenial with vast knowledge of Iceland. We did not see the Northern Lights due to cloud cover every night but we accepted that possibility before we departed for the trip. The Klettur Hotel in Reykjavik was great and in a super location close to shopping and sight seeing in the city. This is an upgrade hotel and worth the price. The upgrade hotel in Hella was the Stracta. This hotel was not worth the upgrade. The service was poor, the food was terrible and very limited selection. The standard hotel, Arhus Cabins, was described as "rustic" but all our group siad they were fine and 17 of the 19 people in our group stayed there, along with our guide, and that is the location the Northern Lights presentation was provided and where the group viewing was provided. This was about a 10-15 minute walk from the Stracta. If it were possible, we would stay with the upgrade in Reykjavik (Klettur) but not upgrade in Hella and stay with the rest of our group at the Cabins. Weather was challenging with strong north winds every day except our last day in Reykjavik and it rained/sleeted/snowed most days. Overall the trip was great but a few small changes would have made it better.
What our customers ask about Iceland Tours in September 2025
What are the best activities to do in Iceland during September?
September in Iceland opens up a range of activities across the country. Visitors can trek the Vatnajökull glacier head to Dalvík for whale watching tours that boast a 98% success rate or explore the classic Golden Circle sites including Gullfoss and Geysir. The Wilderness Center near Egilsstaðir stands out for its historical exhibits and free hot springs. For accommodations the Fosshotel Baron in Reykjavik and Hotel Dyrholaey in Vík serve as practical bases especially for those hoping to catch the northern lights.
Can I see the Northern Lights in Iceland during September?
September signals the start of aurora viewing season as nights grow longer and darker. Properties like Hotel Hamar near Borgarnes and Fosshotel Núpar provide clear views away from urban light pollution. A recent visitor reported: "We saw amazing Northern Lights three times during our September trip while staying at countryside hotels away from Reykjavik."
What festivals or events happen in Iceland during September?
The cultural calendar comes alive in September with the Reykjavik International Film Festival and the traditional Réttir sheep roundup. Local food festivals pop up throughout Reykjavik and concert venues like Harpa Concert Hall begin their main season. Downtown Reykjavik hotels place visitors in the heart of these cultural happenings.
What are the crowd levels like in Iceland during September?
Tourist numbers drop noticeably in September compared to summer peaks. Visitors report shorter wait times at major attractions like the Blue Lagoon and Gullfoss waterfall. The Golden Circle route becomes more manageable and hotels such as Fosshotel Baron in Reykjavik often have better availability at lower rates.
What wildlife can you see in Iceland during September?
September offers final chances to spot puffins before migration particularly around Borgarfjörður Eystri. Whale watching excursions from Húsavík and Akureyri regularly encounter humpback whales and dolphins. As one visitor noted: "Our September whale watching tour from Akureyri was incredible - we saw multiple humpbacks and even some dolphins." Hotels like Hotel Akureyri provide convenient access to wildlife viewing areas.
What is the weather like in Iceland during September?
September temperatures typically range from 7-12°C (45-54°F) with some rainfall as summer transitions to autumn. These conditions work well for exploring sites like Thingvellir National Park and the Golden Circle. TourRadar travelers note the "breathtaking views with less extreme weather conditions than winter months." Hotel Stracta in Hella serves as a strategic point for experiencing Iceland's varied September weather.