Two Iceland classics, one smooth schedule. This combo pairs the Blue Lagoon Comfort Package with an evening northern lights hunt, plus the practical stuff like round-trip transfers from Reykjavik. It’s a long day, but it’s built for people who want the famous soak and an organized aurora try without doing math on buses.

I really like that the Blue Lagoon time comes pre-packaged with the silica mud mask, towel use, and a drink of your choice, so you don’t waste your precious arrival window figuring things out. Your main consideration is simple: the guided northern lights portion depends on the sky. If clouds roll in, you may come away with a great night anyway, but not the aurora.

Key things to know before you go

• Blue Lagoon Comfort Package includes silica mud mask, towel, and a drink, not just entry.
• Transfers from Reykjavik remove the biggest hassle: getting there and back on time.
• Northern lights are weather-dependent, even with a guided chase.
• WiFi on board helps you check conditions and share photos without burning data.
• Small-ish group size (max 100) keeps the logistics manageable.

Why this Blue Lagoon + Northern Lights combo makes sense in Reykjavik

Iceland is great at rewarding good planning, and this tour basically does the planning for you. You get one of the world-famous geothermal soaks in the afternoon, then you shift gears to a guided northern lights effort later. It’s a smart way to stack two top experiences in one day without turning your trip into a transportation puzzle.

The Blue Lagoon side is particularly user-friendly. You arrive, get the Comfort Package extras, and then you can focus on the water, the heat, and the calm. It’s one of those places where being efficient matters, because you’ll likely be changing, relaxing, and re-entering the lagoon zones at a brisk pace.

The aurora side is the opposite style: you’re watching the sky and waiting for conditions to cooperate. That’s not a flaw of the tour. It’s just Iceland being Iceland. Think of it as a guided attempt, not an on/off light switch.

Pickup and timing: getting from BSÍ Bus Terminal without stress

The day starts at BSÍ Bus Terminal (Vatnsmýrarvegur 10, 101 Reykjavík). You’ll want to arrive early and be ready to go, because pickup details say you should be at your designated pickup location about 30 minutes prior to departure. Pickup vehicles are marked with the Reykjavik Excursions logo, which is a nice detail when you’re standing around in winter darkness.

I like that the meeting point is near public transportation. It makes it easier if you’re already using the bus system or if you’re staying somewhere that isn’t right on a hotel shuttle route. It also means you can think of BSÍ as your anchor.

One thing to watch: some people find the day’s handoffs confusing when transfers switch from one segment to the next. You don’t need to panic, but you do need to stay alert when you hear your next drop-off plan. If you’re sensitive to schedule uncertainty, I’d mentally buffer time between stages.

Blue Lagoon Comfort Package: what you actually get and how to use it

This portion is about 4 hours, and you’re not just buying entry. You’re getting the Blue Lagoon Comfort Package, which includes:

• Comfort admission to the Blue Lagoon
• A silica mud mask
• Towel use
• A drink of your choice
• Return transfers between Blue Lagoon and Reykjavik

That package detail is a big value point. Many tours give you the ticket and then suggest you figure the rest out on-site. Here, the extras are included, so you can spend your energy on being warm, clean, and relaxed rather than shopping for the basics when you’re already cold and tired.

What the silica mask means in practice: it’s one of the simplest “I’m doing the Blue Lagoon correctly” moments. You get it during your visit and can treat it like part of your ritual—rinse, re-enter, and then settle in where it’s least crowded. The towel use is also a quiet lifesaver, because arriving with wet hair and winter gear is not the mood.

The drink inclusion is small, but helpful. You’re likely to want something warm or at least a break from the full sensory immersion of steam, water, and cold air outside the lagoon. You don’t want your first stop in Iceland to feel like a waiting game.

Transfers and the handoff gap: why the middle of the day can feel long

After the Blue Lagoon, you return to Reykjavik before continuing with the northern lights portion. That structure matters. It means your afternoon has a clear anchor (the soak), but your day also includes a gap while the evening portion begins.

I think this is where expectations can wobble. If you want a tightly packed itinerary with zero waiting, this combo isn’t built like that. Instead, it’s built around doing each major experience properly, then switching modes: warm geothermal calm to cold nighttime viewing.

A practical approach is to plan your day around the rhythm:

• Use the Blue Lagoon for what it’s best at: warmth, reset, and enjoying the setting.
• Once you head back, don’t assume you’ll be constantly on the move. You’re staging for the evening sky.

If you’re someone who hates loose ends, keep your options open: have a backup snack in mind for later (food and drinks aren’t included), and keep a little patience for timing differences during drop-offs.

Northern lights chase: guided watching, realistic odds, and staying comfortable

The whole point of the northern lights portion is to maximize your chances by doing it the guided way. That usually means you’re not just wandering around Reykjavik with cold hands and hope. You’re following a plan designed for aurora viewing.

Still, the tour explicitly requires good weather. Translation: even with a guide, you can’t force clear skies. Clouds, fog, or precipitation can shut down visibility, and the aurora is subtle when conditions aren’t ideal.

I also want you to be mentally ready for the fact that northern lights nights can run late. Even if the tour is listed as about 8 hours, the evening portion may stretch depending on where you need to position and how long visibility takes to improve. If you have a tight morning schedule the next day, I’d avoid booking it too close.

The upside? When the aurora does show up, having a guide helps you know what you’re looking at and where to focus. It’s easier to enjoy the moment when someone is helping you read the sky instead of guessing.

Price and value: is $315 per person actually fair?

$315 per person is not a small amount, so you’re right to ask what that money buys. Here’s the clearest breakdown based on what’s included:

• Blue Lagoon Comfort Package entry, including silica mud mask, towel, and a drink
• Blue Lagoon return transfers
• A local expert guide as part of the experience
• WiFi on board
• A northern lights guided tour attempt
• The tour is marked carbon neutral in cooperation with Vaxa Technologies

What you’re really paying for is convenience plus bundling. You’re stacking a paid admission experience with transportation and a guided nighttime segment. You’re also not dealing with separate ticket timing and separate transfer planning.

The part that affects value the most: food and drinks aren’t included. That means your real total cost might creep upward once you start buying meals. If you’re budgeting tightly, set aside money for lunch/snacks and dinner, especially because you’ll likely be out most of the day.

Do I think it’s worth it? If you want both experiences on one schedule, and you’d rather pay for organization than spend time mapping buses, then yes. If you only care about Blue Lagoon, you’d likely do better choosing just that segment. If aurora is your only obsession, you might want a dedicated aurora tour so you’re not splitting attention across two very different experiences.

What to bring and what to plan for (so you don’t get caught cold)

You’re dealing with a warm geothermal facility in winter air, then a cold nighttime viewing window. That means clothing matters.

Plan on dressing in layers that you can manage quickly. You’ll likely be changing between cold outdoor air and warm indoor/outdoor zones at the lagoon. Your goal is to keep your head and hands comfortable, because those are the first things that make you miserable outdoors.

Also plan for the money side: meals and drinks are not included. The included drink at Blue Lagoon helps, but it doesn’t cover a full day’s worth of eating.

And do a basic gear check before you leave your hotel. If you forget gloves or a warm hat, you can end up paying for it on-site or just feeling underdressed for the night portion.

Who this tour is best for (and who should skip it)

This tour is a good fit if:

• You want Blue Lagoon and the northern lights chase in one organized day
• You prefer pickup and transfers over self-planning
• You like having included extras so the Blue Lagoon portion feels complete
• You’re okay with the northern lights being weather dependent

It may be less ideal if:

• You’re extremely schedule-sensitive and hate any waiting between stages
• You’re hoping the aurora is guaranteed
• You feel strongly that lunch should be included at this price point

One more filter: children aged 5 and younger are not permitted on this tour. The tour also caps at 100 people, which generally helps keep it from feeling chaotic.

Should you book this Blue Lagoon & Northern Lights Tour?

I’d book it if your priority is a smooth, bundled day that includes the Blue Lagoon Comfort Package and a guided aurora effort. The included silica mud mask, towel use, and drink are real perks, and the transfers remove the biggest friction for getting to the Blue Lagoon.

I wouldn’t book it if you need certainty about seeing the northern lights, or if your budget can’t handle food added on top of the $315. Also, if you’re the type who gets stressed by imperfect handoffs between segments, plan to stay flexible.

If you do book, go in with the right mindset: Blue Lagoon is your controlled win. The aurora is your weather lottery—just one with a guide and a plan.

FAQ

How much does the Blue Lagoon and Northern Lights tour cost?

It costs $315.00 per person.

About how long is the tour?

The duration is approximately 8 hours.

Where does the tour start and where does it end?

The tour starts at BSÍ Bus Terminal Reykjavík (Vatnsmýrarvegur 10, 101 Reykjavík). It ends back at the meeting point.

Is pickup offered from Reykjavik hotels?

Yes, pickup is offered. You should be at your designated pickup location 30 minutes prior to departure, and pickup vehicles are marked with the Reykjavik Excursions logo.

What’s included in the Blue Lagoon Comfort Package?

You get Comfort admission to the Blue Lagoon, a silica mud mask, towel use, and a drink of your choice.

Are meals included during the tour?

No. Food and drinks are not included.

Is WiFi available during the tour?

Yes, WiFi is included on board.

Is there a weather requirement for the northern lights portion?

Yes. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What are the rules for children and group size?

Children aged 5 years and younger are not permitted. The maximum group size is 100 travelers.