NEW! “At a Glance” destination mini-guides
Busy people, this is for you! Get the WHATs, WHEREs, WHYs, WHENs and HOWs of a destination in 10 minutes or less with our new ”At a Glance” mini-guides: Iceland at a Glance Norway at a Glance Sweden at...
View ArticleNorthern lights spectacle
Folks, this is why it’s good to visit Iceland in March. And also why it’s good to get familiar with the settings on your camera… As the daylight grows a little longer each day here—until the midnight...
View ArticleEaster 2013 holiday hours
Quick note: Our offices in Iceland and Sweden will be closed (or have reduced hours) for the Easter holiday from 28th of March to 1st of April; see our holiday hours here. Our Icelandic staff will be...
View ArticleIceland day tours: What puts the gold in the Golden Circle?
The Golden Circle is without a doubt one of Iceland’s top day tours — we consider it a “must-do” for visitors. This popular route includes both historical treasures, like the site of the world’s first...
View ArticleNew package in Greenland: Icefjord Mini-break
This short break is the perfect add-on to your holiday in Iceland! 2 days / 1 night in Ilulissat Daily departures from August 1st to 30th 2013 Starting from € 1098 p.p. Overview: Fly from Reykjavík to...
View ArticleSnorkeling between continents
Did you know you can swim between Europe and North America in Iceland? It’s possible at Silfra, part of the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates in the spectacular Þingvellir...
View ArticleNew look for Day Tours in Iceland
Just in time for the busy summer travel season, we’re proud to announce the launch of our brand new Day Tours in Iceland website! Featuring many of the same great design and navigation elements as our...
View ArticleTripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Nordic Visitor is the proud recipient of a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award! This honour is given only to businesses that consistently achieve outstanding reviews on TripAdvisor, maintaining...
View ArticleNew tour in Iceland: Snæfellsnes Peninsula & the Arctic North
From the lava landscapes of Snæfellsjökull National Park to the moon-like surfaces around Lake Mývatn, this road trip guarantees an otherworldly experience. 10 days / 9 nights, self-drive tour...
View ArticleWhat is the “midnight sun”?
The “midnight sun” is all about summer days that don’t stop. Sounds great, right? Scientifically speaking, it’s a natural phenomenon that occurs in far northerly latitudes during summer, when the...
View ArticleNew tours in the Lofoten Islands
Escape the hustle-and-bustle of city life with our three new relaxing getaways that include stays in the picture-perfect Lofoten Islands of Norway: 1. Lofoten Delights – Self-drive Tour, 5 days / 4...
View ArticleNEW! Romance around Iceland – winter self drive tour
Rooms with a view, northern lights, geothermal spas and winter adventures — what’s not to love about our new romantic getaway package in Iceland? 10 day/9 night self-drive tour daily departures from...
View ArticleGreenland at a Glance: quick travel tips and tour ideas
How much do you really know about travelling to Greenland? If you’re drawing some blanks here, we’re happy to help you learn more about this offbeat and fascinating destination—not only why you should...
View ArticleNatural Wonders of Iceland tour – bookings now open for 2014
This guided small group tour takes you on the classic “Ring Road” route, with a strong emphasis on Iceland’s unique nature. Get your spot now! 9 days / 8 nights, includes 7-day tour with...
View ArticleHiking the Pulpit Rock in Norway
Preikestolen—better known to visitors as Pulpit Rock—is among Norway’s most iconic landmarks and is a popular day trip from Stavanger, about 2 hours away by bus and ferry. Towering over the Lysefjord,...
View ArticleIceland Full Circle – magical and unearthly sights (video review)
For Nordic Visitor travellers Daniel and Renee, the scenery in Iceland was out of this world. They travelled in June 2013 on our Iceland Full Circle tour, a 10-day self-drive journey around the “Ring...
View ArticleSouth Iceland at Leisure – from hot tubs to hikes [video review]
Adventure and relaxation: you really can have the best of both in Iceland! Take for example our traveller David, who did our 7-day South Iceland at Leisure tour along the beautiful South Coast this...
View ArticleNew helicopter sightseeing tours from Reykjavik
How do you make the most of a short stay in Reykjavik? An aerial sightseeing tour is a great way to get the big picture of the capital city and its surroundings, or even get a bird’s eye view of …...
View ArticleDriving the full circle around Iceland [video review]
As if you needed any more convincing to drive the whole Ring Road around Iceland, consider this advice from our recent traveller Bill: “What’s nice about driving around the whole island was that...
View Article5 reasons you should take a winter break in Kiruna, Sweden
Looking for a cosy yet adventurous getaway with loads of snowy activities? Want to experience unique natural wonders and local traditions? You won’t go wrong with a winter break in Kiruna in Swedish...
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