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Iceland Discovery

8 days | move on to greener pastures full of geothermal springs, glaciers and geysers.

Travel to Iceland and delve into the ancient tales of Vikings and volcanoes on this eight-day adventure to its heartlands. Marvel at geothermal hot springs, witness the steamy eruptions of a giant geyser, touch the tongue of Europe's biggest glacier at Vatnajokull and cruise the Jokulsarlong Glacial Lagoon, see lava that's still warm after decades and witness the giant Skogafoss and Detifoss waterfalls in all their splendour. Travel through Iceland's isolated corners and the land of the famous Blue Lagoon – so mysterious and ethereal that they have inspired artists, poets and musicians for centuries. Plus, with a local leader on hand to answer any questions and get you from place to place, you’ll be cruising around this icy isle in no time.

Trip overview

• There's a lot more to Iceland than ice (and Bjork). Ford the fjords, glaciers, volcanoes and black sand beaches, and consider adding on a visit to the renowned Blue Lagoon for a soak in the geothermal springs.
• Spend the evening at the quirky farm town of Modrudalur – an isolated settlement and the highest inhabited place in Iceland and enjoy a home-cooked dinner at our guesthouse at Snaefellsnes.
• Walk to the mottled blue, grey and black tongue of Vatnajokull glacier – an ice cap so large it covers eight per cent of the country – and discover the incredible Skogafoss Waterfall.
• Glide past blue-white icebergs on an included boat tour of Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon and soak up the silence of the surrounding grey sand desert..
• Experience the unearthly scenery at Namaskard, where steam rises from the sulphuric terrain and take a walk around the lava stacks and caves of Dimmuborgir.
• A remote location and high-performing currency are just two reasons Iceland can be an expensive destination. This affects things like museum entrance fees and outdoor activities, but is especially noticeable when eating out. Your leader will be able to advise on how to save money, but in remote areas the only option for dinner will be at the guesthouse we are staying at. Please stock up on food at a supermarket prior to arrival if you would like to opt out eating at the guesthouse's restaurant.
• The extremity of the weather makes for incredible scenery, but it also means Iceland can be very cold, especially at the start and end of the season and at night. Please bring appropriate clothing for adverse weather conditions. On the rare occasions your leader must alter the itinerary due to the weather which can cause roads being blocked, sites closure etc. Your leader will discuss the necessary changes and alternatives where possible.
• In order to access what’s off the beaten track, a few long drives are in order. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the scenery and spend some time getting to know the other members of your group.
• The facilities will be shared in some of the guest houses that you stay on this trip.

Hallo! Welcome to Reykjavik, which lies just below the Arctic Circle. The city sees around four hours of sunlight a day in winter and 22 hours or more in summer. Surrounded by volcanic peaks and crystalline ocean and boasting a vibrant arts and nightlife scene, Reykjavik's contrasts are utterly beguiling. Your adventure kicks off with a welcome meeting at 6 pm at your accommodation. If you arrive early, why not head to the National Museum, which depicts the history of Iceland from the ninth century – when the first Vikings from mainland Scandinavia arrived and settled – to the present day. Or perhaps join locals who gossip and chatter in the Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

• Hotel (1 night)

There are no meals included on this day.

You can check in at the joining point accommodation any time after 2 pm. While early check-in is not guaranteed, you can store your luggage until needed. It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Make an early start to beat the crowds on the Golden Circle route. Head to Thingvellir National Park, home to the Parliament Plains and location of Iceland’s first parliament. Thingvellir also contains the Silfra fissure, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates are slowly pulling apart. The resulting gap is partly filled with fresh water and is clearly visible. From here head to the Geysir geothermal area, checking out Strokkur and watching as the geyser swells with blue water before erupting and shooting some 20-30 metres in the air. Be spellbound by the immense beauty and sheer power of the Gullfoss (Golden) double waterfall on the Hvita River, before proceeding to a remote farm in the Hvolsvollur region, our overnight stop for the night.

• Guesthouse (1 night)
• Golden Circle - Strokkur Geysir
• Golden Circle - Gullfoss Waterfall
• Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park
• Fludir - Secret Lagoon - ISK3600
• Hvolsvollur - Lava Center - ISK4890

Total driving distance today is approximately 300 kilometres, or 4-5 hours. You may choose to cook your own dinner tonight with opportunity to stock up in a supermarket on the way before reaching the guesthouse

Begin the day with a visit to breathtaking Seljalandsfoss waterfall, followed by Skogafoss waterfall. At 25-metres wide with a 60-metre drop, this waterfall roars. You can feel its power up close with a strenuous walk up a windy set of stairs up to a stunning viewpoint. The black sands and bizarre, rectangular rock formations of Reynisfjara are up next. The last stop of the day is the famous Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Make sure you head down to Diamond Beach, where some of the icebergs are washed onto the black sand. Your leader can help you book an optional walk on the mottled blue, grey and black face of one of the tongues of Europe's largest glaciers, the epic ice cap of Vatnajokull. From Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon it is not far to our overnight stay, located on another lagoon that is sheltered by a black sandbar.

• Skogafoss - Waterfall Visit
• South Coast - Rocks of Reynisfjara
• Vik - Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Seljalandsfoss - Waterfall Visit
• Vatnajokull - Glacier Hike - ISK15500

Total driving distance today is approximately 300 kilometres, or 4 hours.

Start the day by returning to the Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon. Cruise between jagged icebergs in an included boat tour. Then take a scenic drive along the rugged coast of the East Fjords. Enjoy spectacular views of high mountains, deep fjords, spectacular waterfalls, glaciers and quaint fishing villages. Make stops along the way at small but notable towns like Djupivogur, which became a member of the cittaslow movement in 2013 and is aiming to be the Happiest Town in Iceland, and drop by Egilsstadir, home to the mythic Lagarfljot Wyrm. Continue along mountain roads into the highland to the farm village of Modrudalur. At 469 metres (1539 feet) above sea level, Modrudalur is the highest inhabited place in Iceland, and snow can be seen almost year-round. Stretch your legs with a walk to the farm's church, built in 1949 by farmer Jon Adalsteinn Stefansson in memory of his wife. Spend the evening on this unique farm, which is small but rich in history.

• East Fjords - Scenic Drive with Stops at Djupivogur & Egilsstadir
• Jokulsarlon - Glacier Lagoon Boat Tour

Total driving distance approximately 400 kilometres and will take 5-6 hours. Today's drive is all about the stunning scenery with plenty of stops for sightseeing. Please note that the Glacier Lagoon boat tour is not operational before May. Therefore, we'll arrange a great thermal bath experience at Vok Bath in the afternoon on Day 4 as an alternative. You’ll still have the chance to see the Glacier Lagoon, walk on the Diamond Beach or take up the option to hike on the glacier.

Set off for magnificent Dettifoss, Europe's mightiest waterfall at 100-metres wide and with a 45-metre drop into the craggy shores of Jokulsargljufur canyon below. It’s so powerful that it’s vibrations can be felt underfoot. Continue to volcanic Lake Myvatn. Next is Namaskard, where steam rises from the sulphuric terrain and it’s hard to believe you’re on Earth and not Mars. Take a walk around the lava stacks and caves of Dimmuborgir and then observe the massive pseudo craters of Skutustadir. Continue to the crescent shaped Godafoss waterfall, where legend says a lawmaker priest threw the idols of the Norse gods when Christianity became Iceland’s official religion in AD1000. Travel on to Akureyri and settle into your accommodation for the evening.

• Myvatn - Namaskard Boiling Mud Pools, Dimmuborgir & Skutustadir Crater Group
• Dettifoss - Waterfall Visit
• Myvatn - Lake Myvatn
• Godafoss - Waterfall Visit
• Akureyri - Forest Lagoon - ISK6590

Total driving distance today is approximately 250 kilometres, or 3 hours.

Situated at the head of Iceland's longest fjord, Akureyri is the nation's second-largest city. Embark on a short walking tour of the town, taking in the striking church and other local sights. Later, continue to Snaefellsnes Peninsula, home to the magnificent Snaefellsjokull Glacier, which played a starring role in Jules Verne's 1864 novel Journey to the Centre of the Earth. Next up is Lysuholslaug, where you can bathe in thermal pools (depending on the season) or check out the Icelandic horses grazing in the fields. Look forward to an included home-cooked dinner this evening.

• Akureyri - Walking Tour
• Snaefellsnes - Home-cooked dinner
• Lysuholl - Lysuholslaug Thermal Pool (seasonal) - ISK1500

Total driving distance today is approximately 400 kilometres, or 6 hours.

Continue exploring the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, beginning with the white beach at Budir, then go on to Arnarstapi, where a short stroll along the coastal cliffs exposes you to rich bird life and other wonders of nature. Continue on to the basaltic pebble beach Djupalonssandur. In the afternoon head back to Reykjavik to complete your circuit of Iceland. You may wish to book an optional whale watching tour for late afternoon if you are here between May and December. The rest of the evening is yours for the taking. Perhaps head out for dinner with your fellow travellers and toast with a glass of Brennivin, a savoury schnapps.

• Snaefellsnes National Park
• Reykjavik - Whale Watching - ISK12990

Today is departure day and time to say sjaumst (see you soon)! Check out time is at midday. If you are departing later, you can arrange with reception to store your luggage at the hotel. If you wish to spend more time in Reykjavik, we'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). Please speak to your booking agent at the time of booking. Perhaps browse some of the city's great art galleries. If you feel like something more active, book yourself on a Silfra Fissure snorkelling adventure, where you’ll discover this underwater ridge with water visibility of up to 120 metres. Alternatively, while away the hours with a soak in the geothermal waters of the famous Blue Lagoon.

• Reykjavik - Maritime Museum - ISK2350
• Reykjavik - Harpa Concert Hall - Free
• Nauthólsvík - Thermal Beach - Free
• Reykjavik - Perlan Museum - ISK5390
• Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon inc return transfer - ISK18980
• Reykjavik - Settlement Exhibition - ISK2500
• Reykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK3600
• Reykjavik - Whales of Iceland Museum - ISK4300
• Reykjavik - Silfra Fissure Snorkelling Day Trip inc return transfer from Reykjavik - ISK28490
• Reykjavik - Fly-Over Iceland - ISK5950
• Reykjavik - Sky Lagoon - ISK12790

The Blue Lagoon has limited availability, and during peak times tickets sell out far in advance. We recommend you book your time slot online in advance if you would like to be sure of a certain time/date for your visit: bluelagoon.com.

7 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Private minibus with free Wi-Fi

Hotel (4 nights), Guest house & Farm stay with shared facilities (3 nights)

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1. A single supplement is bookable on this trip, subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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• Accommodation , Areas , Months in Iceland , Private
• January 18, 2024

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Luxury Northern Lights Tour

YOUR BEST CHANCE OF SEEING THE MAGIC IN THE SKIES

Seeing the Northern Lights is something you will never forget

A unique luxury tour with focus on the Northen Lights. We carefully select the hotels, based on quality and success of seeing the magical swirl and dance of the Lights. The icing on the cake, are the great, fun winter activities on the day tours. We think you definitely deserve some luxury on a private Northern Ligths tour!

• Benefit from our extensive experience of hunting for the Northern Lights.
• Walk on the black sand Dimond beach .
• Stay in great hotels like the Hotel Húsafell and Hotel Búdir .
• Explore both, a colorful, huge lava tube cave and a blue ice cave.
• Discover the mystical Snæfellsnes peninsula on a memorable coastal drive.
• Amazing lava fields, craters and the the rift zone of the tectonic plates.
• Enjoy Icelandic cuisine with local, fresh ingredients in restaurants and geothermal greenhouses.
• See the fantastic waterfalls of the South coast and enjoy a private hike on a glacier.
• Soak up real wellness in the warm and healing waters of the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa .
• Stay in the marvelous new Blue Lagoon Retreat Spa hotel.

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Iceland Discovery

• In-depth Cultural
• Fully Guided

Places You’ll See

• Visit the impressive Golden Waterfall
• Soak in Myvatn Nature Baths
• Relax in Europe’s hottest thermal spring
• See the epic Skógafoss waterfall
• Introduction
• Day 1 Reykjavik
• Day 2 Golden Circle / Hvolsvollur Valley
• Day 3 South Coast / Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
• Day 4 East Fjords / Modrudalur Valley
• Day 5 Lake Myvatn / Akureyri
• Day 6 Akureyri / Snaefellsnes Peninsula
• Day 7 Snaefellsnes Peninsula / Reykjavik
• Day 8 Reykjavik

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• A Tish A · 18th September 2019 Guide was friendly, knowledgable, had a great sense of humour and fun and adjusted the itenerary based on groups needs and wants. Also excellent local knowledge including geology, sagas, wildlife. Also went the extra mile after the trip was finished to... Show more Trip date: April 2019 Review collected by Intrepid Travel
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A trip note which contains essential information about your trip will be given to you. There you will find your daily itinerary, where to meet on the first day, what time the trip starts, how to get to the joining point hotel, included activities, visa information, etc. Please contact us for this.

All accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. After the booking is made you will be issued your final trip documents with your specific accommodation details. This is a list of accommodations that they typically stay at, but please be advised that they are subject to change: Reykjavik – Guesthouse Aurora Hvolsvollur – Countryhouse Smaratun Vik – Guesthouse Solheimahjaleiga Hofn – Gerdi Guesthouse Egilsstadir – Guesthouse Fjalladyrd Myvatn – Guesthouse Narfastadir Hrutafjordur – Gauksmyri Hotel Snaefellsnes – Guesthouse Lysuholl

The last day of this tour is a departure day. As there are no activities planned, you are able to depart the hotel (Aurora Guesthouse) at any time you wish, with check out being at midday.

This tour starts at Aurora Guesthouse in Reykjavik and you can check in anytime after 2 pm. Your adventure officially begins with a Welcome Meeting at 6 pm on Day 1 where you will meet your tour guide and fellow travellers.

Airport transfers are available for an additional cost once you have a confirmed booking. Please contact our Customer Support team to request this.

Of course, we can! Once you have a confirmed booking on this tour, we can request additional accommodation for you with the tour operator.

The minimum age limit for this tour is 15 years old, which means that children under 15 years of age are not able to participate in the tour. There is no maximum age for this tour aslong as you are healthy & have a general level of fitness.

As a tour booking website, TourRadar cannot organise visas for you on your behalf as the visa requirements are regularly being updated and vary for the nationality of one traveller to the next. It is for this reason that we recommend checking with your local embassy or consulate website for the latest up to date information.

As a matter of fact, Iceland is a very popular destination at the moment so there are really small possibilities of cancellation for this specific tour, it is a very trendy destination!

There is, unfortunately, no option for a single supplement on this tour. If you're travelling solo you'll be automatically paired with another solo traveller of the same gender.

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• Currency kr Iceland Krona Iceland

As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

• Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
• Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
• For any tour departing before 18th June 2024 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after 18th June 2024, a minimum payment of €400 is required to confirm your booking with Intrepid Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
• Some departure dates and prices may vary and Intrepid Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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Looking to explore the real Iceland? Discover Scandinavia has the passion, creativity, and expertise required to design truly unforgettable private Iceland tours that are packed full of luxurious features and authentic sights. 

On our private tours of Iceland, you explore the country with your dedicated tour guide and your private group of travelers. This is the most luxurious way to have that once-in-a-lifetime tour of Iceland.

Here at Discover Scandinavia Tours, we take care of all the logistics for you and your co-travelers, taking care of accommodations, transportation, and guided sightseeing. Our time-tested programs will allow you to experience Iceland on the dates of your choice, at a more personal pace that suits your unique group.

For even more private options, consider our Private Tours of Finland and our Private Tours of Norway. And please get in touch if you have any questions. 

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Why Iceland?

There’s nowhere else like Iceland in the world, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. A place where continents literally collide, a visit is a chance to explore Earth at its most primeval, yet beautiful. Whether you stick to the well-trodden exploits of the Golden Circle or Route 1, the ring road which circles the island, or head off the beaten path across meadowland home to the huldufólk (hidden people or elves), you’re never far from an adventure in Iceland.

Head onto glaciers, making their slow progress down to crystal clear waters which are home to over eight species of whale and more than the occasional iceberg. Accept the warm embrace of a geothermal spring or trek across one of 130 active volcanoes, before saying halló to the lundi (puffins) that nest on the coastal clifftops outside the capital, Reykjavik.

Then count down the seconds until the next explosion of the country’s biggest geysers, before soaking up the incredible atmosphere that comes with experiencing the Northern Lights in person.

And the discoveries don’t stop there. The country’s culture goes far beyond its funky knitwear to cover everything from unique cuisine and stunning contemporary design to a book industry that has seen one in ten of the population become a published author. Whatever your itinerary, you’re sure to return home with a myriad of tales worthy of an Icelandic saga.

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Our escorted journeys allow travelers to explore Scandinavian destinations in the company of a very experienced Tour Director and a small group of fellow travelers. Group sizes are limited to 12 travelers and a limited number of departure dates are offered for each journey throughout the year. The Tour Director accompanies the group from the beginning to the end of the journey and often a private driver and vehicle (luxury mini coach) are also employed for maximum comfort. Additionally, we count on the expertise of several local guides at each of the destinations visited, further enhancing the experience. Our escorted journeys typically include most dinners, in order to better showcase local cuisines, and allow for the exploration of more remote destinations. This option is ideal for travelers who enjoy traveling in the most worry-free manner possible while discovering destinations in the company of others, making new friends along the way.

Our independent journeys allow travelers to explore Scandinavian destinations with journeys offering a great balance between pre-arranged activities and free time to explore. When implementing one of our independent journeys for you, we handle all the logistics involved, including: hotels, airport transfers, transportation from city to city and all guided activities and excursions. You will not be with a Tour Director throughout the journey, but you will enjoy a number of sightseeing experiences led by experienced local guides. We can work with your desired dates, provided that availability exists at the many services involved in your independent journey. This option is ideal for travelers who enjoy traveling independently and with a higher degree of flexibility to explore each location on their own.

Technically, Scandinavia refers primarily to Norway, Denmark and Sweden. When thinking of Nordic Countries, add to the list Finland and Iceland as well. Discover Scandinavia Tours can take you to any location in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. Currently we also offer extensions in Estonia, which is of particularly convenient access when visiting Finland, given that Tallinn – Estonia’s beautiful capital – can be reached by a short ferry ride from Helsinki.

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If you are interested in a group tour, you can book any departure as long as there are seats available (but remember: we have a maximum of 12 seats per departure, so booking early is recommendable). If you want a private tour, you can book as far as 2 years in advance. For last-minute travelers, please keep in mind that we need a minimum of 30 days to implement a private program.

With our group tours of Scandinavia you can choose from a number of fixed departures throughout the year. If you need more flexible dates, our private tours allow us to work with any dates you have in mind, provided that we find adequate availability at all hotels and other services included in your particular program.

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In short, you can typically view the Northern Lights between September and March. But if you really want a memorable Northern Lights vacation, we created an entire blog post dedicated to this question, which you can read RIGHT HERE.

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Where to See Your Next Eclipse, From Iceland to Australia

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The totality of an eclipse is never long enough. My first total solar eclipse experience in 2017 made for the shortest two minutes of my life: the sun transforming into a blazing diamond ring, the beautiful delirium of darkness, that perfect circle in the sky. Before I knew it, the eclipse was over—and my friends and I were plotting how we could catch our next.

During my second total eclipse in Ohio, I savored nearly double that time—four minutes of totality. Those extra moments gave me time to tune into the full sensory experience. As birds slowed their songs, crickets filled the false twilight with their chirping. All the people around me fell silent amid the cool, still air, and the corona of the sun radiated and wisped above. It wasn’t long after those beautiful four minutes ended that I began scheming, again, about my next opportunity to relive the cosmic experience. Now, I’ve fully embraced my identity as an umbraphile —literally, a “shadow lover,” but better known as someone who chases total solar eclipses.

For umbraphiles like myself based in the United States, the next total solar eclipse to hit the US is in 2033—although it will only grace the western half of Alaska , along with Russia . In 2044, another total solar eclipse will swoop across Canada into Montana and the Dakotas . The next “Great American Eclipse” to cut across a wide swath of the nation won’t arrive until 2045 , though that one will stretch all the way from Northern California to Florida , across Utah , Colorado , Georgia , and many more states.

If you can’t bear to wait more than two decades for that stunning event, the good news is that many more eclipses will occur before then—you just have to go abroad to catch them. Whether you saw the 2024 total solar eclipse and are eager to plan your next trip to the path of totality, or you missed it and want to discover what all the hype is about, consider this your guide to seeing a total solar eclipse in the next four years.

In 2026, travelers to Iceland will have the chance to catch the solar eclipse and northern lights on one trip.

August 12, 2026: The Arctic, Iceland, and Spain

Your earliest chance to catch another total solar eclipse is August 12, 2026 , when the path of totality will curve northeast across the Arctic Ocean and south through remote eastern Greenland , terminating in the Balearic Sea just east of Mallorca . While there are several worthy destinations for umbraphiles during the 2026 eclipse, the totality experience will be relatively short, lasting only 1-2 minutes, depending on where you are within the path.

One spot to add to your eclipse planning list is Western Iceland , where you may also be able to catch Northern Lights on your trip to enhance the cosmic experience. The capital of Reykjavik sits on the edge of totality, making it a fine and accessible viewing destination. The downside? Totality will only last a minute there. To extend the experience, head about three hours west by car. Snæfellsjökull National Park —a seaside park named for a volcano and glacier—will experience 2 minutes and 10 seconds of totality. Stay in the nearby hamlet of Búðir, about 30 minutes away. Or head to the village of Patreksfjordur in the Westfjords, about a five-hour drive from Reykjavik for a similarly longer totality.

If a more Mediterranean eclipse experience appeals, the spot to be is Spain. The path of totality will also clip northeastern Portugal . In northern Spain, the medieval cities of Oviedo (1 minute and 49 seconds totality) or Burgo (1 minute and 44 seconds totality) are good places to watch, right in the center of the totality path. For a more urban experience, consider Zaragoza (1 minute and 24 seconds of totality) or seaside Valencia (1 minute totality).

Perhaps the most unique place to take in the 2026 eclipse in Spain is upon the island of Mallorca. Partying in Palma, reveling in secluded beaches, or overlooking the sea upon the island’s limestone cliffs would all make enviable ways to take in the 1 minute and 36 seconds of totality. With around 300 days of sunshine annually, Mallorca is also a safe bet for clear skies. If you prefer to leave the planning to the pros, consider a guided eclipse trip through a company like Sirius Travel , which is also offering an Iceland eclipse trip. Note that some other guided 2026 eclipse tours are already sold out , so don’t wait to reserve.

One of the most unusual places to witness an eclipse is aboard a cruise ship , and there are already several potential options available—after all, this eclipse is only a couple years out and plans are underway. Bundle up and hop aboard the Greenland Solar Eclipse cruise hosted by Albatros Expeditions . The 13-day itinerary includes a tour of fjords and glaciers, a visit to Nuuk, and of course, the 2-minute, 17-second totality experience (starting at $19,600 per person). Cunard is offering three solar eclipse cruise experiences : one through Norway and Iceland, and two more near Spain and the Mediterranean.

Luxor, Egypt, will see over six minutes of totality during the August 2027 eclipse.

August 2, 2027: Northern Africa and the Middle East

Just a year later, another eclipse will travel across Northern Africa and the western edge of the Middle East —this one with a prodigiously long totality time. The eclipse will cross over the southern tip of Spain and Gibraltar, which will enjoy 4 minutes and 28 seconds of totality.

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Across Northern Africa, several cities make excellent viewing points. The beaches of Tangier , Morocco, will take in 4 minutes and 50 seconds totality. In Tunisia , the ancient oasis of Gafsa will clock over 5 minutes of totality.

For the longest totality time, consider Luxor, Egypt , which will see a stunning 6 minutes and 22 seconds of darkness, likely amid sunny skies. This is only about a minute shy of the known record for longest totality time : 7 minutes and 28 seconds, back in 743 B.C. Besides, could anything eclipse the mystical sight of a pyramid than a literal eclipse darkening the skies above the Ancient Egyptian monuments?

Cruises and guided tours for the 2027 eclipse are also already on offer. Take a cruise through the Mediterranean with Eclipse Tours and witness totality at sea (starting at $4,999), or tour Morocco and enjoy the eclipse from a beach with Astro Tours (price unlisted).

Head to New Zealand's Otago Peninsula in 2028 to experience three minutes of totality.

July 22, 2028: Australia and New Zealand

If you can wait four years, consider an eclipse trip to Oceania . This eclipse will traverse central Australia and southern New Zealand , and there are many incredible spots to consider within the path for your viewing experience, whether you prefer to dance in the darkness or be immersed in the wild.

In Australia, Sydney is smack dab in the middle of the 2028 path , with 3 minutes and 49 seconds of totality. While no festivals or events are in the works yet, have no doubt Australia will rise to the occasion. For a more nature-based experience, consider the ancient rock formations and trails of Mirima National Park ; stay in the nearby town of Kununurra. This area will enjoy just under three minutes of totality. Of course, an Australia eclipse-themed cruise already awaits, too, though the eclipse itself is to be viewed on land (starting at $14,500).

In New Zealand, enjoy nearly three minutes of totality include Queenstown and Dunedin. Take in the New Zealand eclipse from the stunning shores of Lake Wakatipu of Queenstown, where you can chase the rush of an eclipse with one of the world’s highest bungee jumps . Amid the Scottish-meets-Maori heritage of Dunedin, bookend the eclipse with a visit to the Larnach Castle or the Otago Peninsula and its penguins.

Tips for planning an eclipse trip around the world

You’re not the only traveler drawn to the elusive experience of a total eclipse—which is why places in the path of totality tend to experience a massive spike in tourism . Lodging books early, prices surge, rental cars run out, and those who fail to plan in advance are often left high and dry—or forced to spend a small fortune.

My advice on preparing for an eclipse trip in the US applies doubly when it comes to an international voyage to the path of totality. Here are a few key pointers before you plan your trip, whether to the Arctic, Spain, Egypt, or Australia:

It’s never too early to book: Some tours are already sold out, while hotel reservations are sure to go fast. Make your reservations as soon as you can, especially for the 2026 eclipse—you can always cancel later if your trip falls through. This applies to rental cars and flights as well.

Give yourself a buffer around the eclipse: Don’t plan to show up the day before the eclipse or day of, nor should you plan to depart the day of or day after. Adding some wiggle room will allow you to maximize the serenity of the experience, rather than sabotage it with the chaos of eclipse travel.

Get to your viewing spot at least a few hours in advance: This way your plans won’t be foiled by any unexpected traffic, you can find the perfect perch, and you’ll have time to set up any camera tripods or telescopes.

Hold on to your eclipse glasses—or buy them early: Don’t plan to pick up a pair at your destination. And make sure they’re ISO certified .

Finally, turn your eclipse travels into a longer trip of about a week or two. Look into local observatories or stargazing tours to up the astronomical ante. A few months ahead, research eclipse festivals, events, and viewing parties, if that’s of interest. Meet some fellow travelers who you might be interested in viewing with. Then, one to six minutes of totality will be just the pinnacle of your celestially inspired trip, rather than the entirety of it.

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