Iceland Winter Escape: The South

14 December 2025

Spend five nights exploring the landscapes of South Iceland, combining hotel comfort with the freedom of self drive. With return flights from Dublin, a stay at Hotel Ranga and two included experiences, this trip gives you time to follow the Golden Circle, visit the region’s key waterfalls and enjoy quiet evenings under clear winter skies.

Iceland Winter Escape: The South

Arrival and Drive to Hella

Fly from Dublin to Keflavik with Icelandair and collect your car at Reykjavik Downtown. From here, the drive south brings you past wide plains, coastal views and the edges of the volcanic interior. Your base for the next five nights is Hotel Ranga, a countryside property known for its calm setting, observatory and access to South Iceland’s main routes.

Reykjavík, Iceland
Reykjavík, Iceland
Hotel Ranga
Hotel Ranga
Outside Hot Tubs
Outside Hot Tubs
Ranga Observatory
Ranga Observatory

Hotel Ranga

Hotel Ranga offers comfortable rooms, breakfast each morning and easy access to nearby sights. During the winter months, the hotel operates an outdoor stargazing observatory and offers a peaceful atmosphere ideal for unwinding after each day’s exploring. You stay in a Standard Room with breakfast included throughout your stay.

Northern Lights Evening Tour

One evening is set aside for a Northern Lights excursion. Travelling outside the town lights, this tour follows clear sky forecasts to give you the best possible chance of witnessing the aurora. Your guides explain the local conditions and help capture photos while you enjoy the experience.

Gulfoss Waterfall
Gulfoss Waterfall
Geysir
Geysir
Arnarstapi, Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Arnarstapi, Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Thingvellir National Park
Thingvellir National Park

Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon and Snæfellsnes Self Guided Drive

This self guided drive covers three of Iceland’s signature routes. Using the Action Tour Guide app, you can follow the Golden Circle to Gullfoss, Geysir and Thingvellir, continue through the Reykjanes volcanic region and explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula at your own pace. The app provides directions, audio commentary and offline maps for easy navigation. Entrance fees are not included, giving you the flexibility to plan each day as you wish.

Exploring South Iceland

With your own car, you can shape the days to suit your interests. Visit Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss, walk the black sands of Reynisfjara or spend a quieter afternoon in Hella or Hvolsvöllur. On your final morning, drive back to Reykjavik before returning your car and flying home to Dublin.

Skogafoss Waterfall
Skogafoss Waterfall
Seljalandsfoss
Seljalandsfoss
Reynisfjara
Reynisfjara

Included in this Itinerary

Return flights from Dublin with Icelandair, car hire for five days from Reykjavik Downtown with inclusive insurance, 5 nights at Hotel Ranga Hella (Bed and Breakfast) in a Standard Double or Twin Room, Northern Lights Mystery Tour, and a self guided Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon and Snæfellsnes drive. Based on 2 passengers sharing. Flights depart Dublin 05 March 2026. Price is correct at the time of posting (10 December 2025). Offers are subject to change.

Price from €1,900 per person

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