Carmine Matarazzo
My fiancé and I just returned from the **"Amazing 5-Day Northern Lights Winter Vacation Package in Iceland with Ice Caving & the Blue Lagoon"**, and we can confidently say this trip was absolutely *incredible* from start to finish! **Day 1 – Blue Lagoon & Northern Lights:** The Blue Lagoon was an absolute dream — 5 stars, no question. It's a must-see spot, especially in the winter. So relaxing and such a unique experience! As for the Northern Lights — while it’s a magical idea to plan around them, we’d suggest not making them the *centerpiece* of your trip. You really need the perfect combination of clear skies, the right camera setup, and some luck. Even though we planned around the moon schedule, we mainly saw them through the camera lens, not with the naked eye. Still beautiful, but set your expectations accordingly! **Day 2 – Golden Circle & Snowmobiling:** This day was action-packed and *perfectly* executed. Every stop was timed beautifully, we didn’t feel rushed, and snowmobiling across a glacier was a surreal, 5-star highlight we’ll never forget! **Days 3 & 4 – Southern Iceland & Ice Caves:** Here’s where the trip really became next level — all thanks to our guide **Mika**. He’s hands down the best tour guide we’ve ever had. He skillfully planned our days based on weather and lighting to make sure we hit every site at its most stunning. Ice caving was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and Mika made it feel even more special. Bonus: We had another shot at the Northern Lights and got to see them again around 2am! **Day 5 – Departure:** Everything went smoothly. Our airport transfer was on time, and we had no issues making our flight home — a stress-free wrap-up to an amazing trip. If you’re thinking about this package — do it. Even with the unpredictability of winter weather and the elusive Northern Lights, this trip delivered way beyond our expectations.
