The best time to see the northern lights in Iceland. ... Consider stopping off at the spectacular 200-foot high Seljalandsfoss waterfall on the way; it’s about 40 miles from Vik, ...

The breathtaking ribbons of colour that make up the Northern Lights are a sight remembered forever by those lucky enough to have witnessed them. The experience is surreal, with vibrant hues of ...

Our Iceland travel also included a few indoorsy stops, including a meal and a visit to the national park museum in compact Vik, and lunch in the extensive Friðheimar tomato greenhouses.

The breathtaking ribbons of colour that make up the Northern Lights are a sight remembered forever by those lucky enough to ...

How to see the Northern Lights in Iceland ... It’s also a 30-minute drive from Vik, where there’s a wide range of budget and more luxurious places to stay, ...

Iceland has long been hailed as one of the best countries to see the Northern Lights.. After all, it boasts some breathtaking wintry landscapes for those who want to seek the Aurora in remote ...

This week on Where’s It Wednesday, Emily takes us to Vik, Iceland — a small village of just 750 people, recommended by Your Place at 7 anchor Taylor Owen. Known for its stunning coastal location near ...

Northern lights beam over Akrafjall in Iceland's western region. West Iceland was recently named by Lonely Planet as one of the best destinations to visit in 2016. Photo by Finnur Andresson ...

Read more: The best places in Iceland to see the northern lights. The Golden Circle. open image in gallery. Thingvellir is one of Iceland’s three Unesco-listed sites (Getty Images/iStockphoto) ...

Iceland’s Northern Lights: Beautiful sight, risky drives. FILE - In this March 1, 2017 file photo, the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, appear in the sky over Bifrost, Western Iceland.

Iceland may be one of the most famous spots to witness the northern lights, but it’s far from the only option.For travelers looking to experience this natural wonder as part of a mainland ...

The northern lights, as viewed from Iceland. (Lori Swanson / Pioneer Press) My travel group consisted of two girlfriends and my sister, all on the same quest to see the northern lights in all ...