Ring in the New Year Icelandic-Style: Join Reykjavík’s Giant Bonfire Celebration Tour
Join Reykjavík’s giant New Year’s Eve bonfires and celebrate with locals through song, stories, and community. Experience Icelandic culture in unforgettable style.
New Year’s Eve in Reykjavík begins with the lighting of giant bonfires—towering 5 meters or higher—around 8:30 pm, marking the start of the evening’s festivities.
Families, friends, and neighbours gather around these blazing beacons in local neighbourhoods, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere that brings everyone together. With singing, storytelling, and a shared sense of community, these bonfires are a cherished Icelandic tradition, symbolising unity and new beginnings.
Join our New Year’s Eve Bonfire Tour to witness this powerful tradition firsthand. Available only on New Year’s Eve from 20:00 - 22:30, it’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in Icelandic culture and celebrate the New Year in unforgettable style!
- Availability
- Winter
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
TourID: RE91
Activity provider: Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia
Need to know
Dress warmly as it can get really cold on New Year´s eve We stop at one of the biggest bonfire in the capital area The bonfire starts at 20:30 followed by a preview fireworks display around 21:10After the bonfire we take a short drive around the city and learn about the Icelandic traditions on New Years eveThe tour ends around 22.30 but make sure to be awake around midnight as that's when Icelanders go out to the streets with their fireworks. You might experience a great display of ligh
Requirements
Remember to dress according to weatherWarm clothes, waterproof jacket, and sturdy shoes are recommendedWe recommend bringing thermal layers, a winter hat, scarf, gloves, and wearing warm socks for colder days
- Flexible Cancellation
- No Booking Fees
What’s included and what to bring on this tour
It’s important to always be prepared for your next adventure in Iceland. See our list of what’s included, and what you should bring or add to your trip
Included
Bus fareProfessional Local GuidanceFirework SparklersVehicle cleaned with Vectorfog - 100% Natural multi-surface disinfectant.
Not included
Food and drinks
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