To ensure a personalised experience, the group is limited to just six participants. Our mentors will travel with you throughout, offering field guidance and insight into shooting, editing, and post-processing techniques. Beyond the stunning landscapes, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Northern Lights brightening Iceland’s October skies. We’ll help you plan, predict, and capture these celestial displays at their best.

Throughout this expedition, we’re committed to helping you create exceptional images and grow as a photographer. Available for guidance at all times, we’ll ensure you return home with not only beautiful photographs but also deeper knowledge, fresh inspiration, and unforgettable memories.

TOUR LIMELIGHT

• A Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey (9 nights / 10 days): An incredible opportunity for adventurous photographers to capture the hidden gems of Iceland at the best time of the year.
• Chase the Northern Lights: Embark on the ultimate adventure to witness and photograph the magical Aurora Borealis.
• Aurora Season: Statistically, one of the best times of the year to see and photograph the Northern Lights in Iceland.
• Iconic Locations: Capture the beauty of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, Goðafoss, Hvitserkur, Grundarfjörður, and many more breathtaking sites.
• Master Your Craft: Enhance your landscape, seascape, golden hour, and night photography skills with guidance from master photographers.
• Creative Learning: Gain hands-on experience with composition and storytelling to transform your images into powerful, engaging works of art.
• Post-Processing & Critiques: Expand your skills through small-group editing sessions, constructive critiques, and exposure blending demonstrations.
• Exclusive Small Group (Only 6 Participants): Travel with a close-knit team for minimal impact and maximum opportunities, guided by an internationally renowned photographer with deep local expertise.

ITINERARY

Pre-Tour Briefing

A comprehensive pre-tour briefing will be conducted to cover the key highlights of the journey, safety precautions for both personal well-being and photographic equipment, and important travel guidelines for entering and exiting Iceland. These details will be shared via WhatsApp, email, or phone once your participation is confirmed.

Additionally, after registration is complete, we’ll arrange a group video call to give everyone the opportunity to ask questions, set expectations, and get acquainted with fellow travelers before the adventure begins.

Our Iceland Photo Tour itinerary is tentative and highly flexible, allowing us to adapt according to weather conditions. During the night sessions, we’ll move to areas with clear skies to increase our chances of witnessing the Northern Lights. October is statistically one of the best months for aurora activity, so—weather permitting—this will also be an unforgettable Iceland Northern Lights tour.

Day 1: Arrival in Iceland, Búðir Black Church & Kirkjufell Sunset

Our Iceland photography tour begins near Keflavík, where we meet before setting off for the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Known for its volcanic mountains, rugged coastline and wide-open landscapes, this part of western Iceland is a fitting introduction to the days ahead.

Our first stop is Búðakirkja, the small black church at Búðir. Its simple silhouette stands against a backdrop of mountains and lava fields, making it an interesting subject for minimalist compositions, especially under Iceland’s often changing skies.

We then continue towards Grundarfjörður and Kirkjufell, one of Iceland’s most recognisable mountains. For our first sunset session, we explore the area around Kirkjufellsfoss, looking for compositions that bring together the mountain, waterfalls and surrounding landscape.

If the sky clears and aurora activity is favourable, we may head out again after dark for our first chance to photograph the Northern Lights.

Overnight stay: Near Grundarfjörður area, in comfortable accommodation.

Day 2: Kirkjufell Sunrise, Þingvellir National Park & Brúarfoss Waterfall

We begin the day with a sunrise photography session at Kirkjufell, returning to one of Iceland’s most iconic mountain landscapes for a fresh perspective. The changing morning light offers another opportunity to explore compositions featuring the distinctive mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss. As conditions can vary considerably, each visit brings the possibility of discovering a different mood and visual interpretation of this remarkable location.

After breakfast, we leave the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and travel towards Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its geological significance and dramatic rift valley, formed by the movement of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Here, we photograph Öxarárfoss, a picturesque waterfall cascading over dark volcanic rocks, surrounded by the rugged landscape of the rift.

Our photographic journey continues to Brúarfoss, often called Iceland’s Blue Waterfall because of the striking turquoise-blue colour of its glacial water. Its intricate channels, textured rocks, and cascading streams provide excellent opportunities for long-exposure photography, creative shutter-speed techniques, and intimate landscape compositions.

We end the day in the Golden Circle region, with the possibility of an evening photography session to capture the Northern Lights, weather and aurora conditions permitting.

Overnight stay: Golden Circle area.

Day 3: Gullfoss Sunrise, Skógafoss, Kvernufoss & Dyrhólaey

We begin the day at Gullfoss, one of Iceland’s most spectacular and powerful waterfalls. Set within a dramatic river canyon, Gullfoss offers wonderful opportunities for landscape photography, particularly in the early morning when changing light, rising mist, and the movement of water can add atmosphere and depth to the scene.

After breakfast, we head towards Iceland’s spectacular South Coast, where two remarkable waterfalls await. Our first stop is Skógafoss, an imposing wall of water plunging from ancient sea cliffs. Its immense scale, powerful flow, and ever-present mist make it a compelling subject for both wide-angle compositions and creative long-exposure photography.

We then visit Kvernufoss, a more secluded waterfall tucked inside a narrow, moss-covered gorge. Surrounded by towering cliffs and textured rock formations, this location offers a contrasting photographic experience, with opportunities to explore intimate landscapes, natural framing, and the interplay of water and light.

We continue to Dyrhólaey, one of the most dramatic coastal viewpoints on Iceland’s South Coast. From its elevated cliffs, we look out across vast black-sand beaches, striking sea stacks, rugged headlands, and the restless North Atlantic Ocean. As the afternoon light softens, we explore different compositions that capture the scale and distinctive character of Iceland’s volcanic coastline.

After dark, we may venture out for another Northern Lights photography session, depending on cloud cover, weather conditions, and aurora activity.

Overnight stay: Vík area.

Day 4: Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon & Svínafellsjökull Glacier

We begin the day with a sunrise photography session at Reynisfjara, Iceland’s famous black-sand beach near Vík. This dramatic stretch of coastline is renowned for its towering basalt columns, the distinctive Reynisdrangar sea stacks rising from the Atlantic Ocean, and the powerful waves rolling onto the volcanic shore. We’ll explore the interplay of shapes, textures, and movement, experimenting with shutter speeds and carefully composed landscape images while maintaining a safe distance from the unpredictable waves.

After breakfast, we continue east to Fjaðrárgljúfur Canyon, one of southern Iceland’s most striking geological landscapes. Its winding river, steep moss-covered walls, and sinuous formations create natural leading lines and layers that reward both expansive landscape compositions and more intimate photographic studies. From designated viewpoints, we’ll explore different perspectives to capture the canyon’s distinctive character.

Our journey then takes us across the vast lava fields and glacial plains of southern Iceland towards Skaftafell, within Vatnajökull National Park. The changing landscape reveals the immense scale of Iceland’s volcanic and glacial environment, offering compelling opportunities to photograph the contrast between rugged terrain, distant mountains, and expansive open spaces.

In the afternoon, subject to access and safety conditions, we plan to photograph Svínafellsjökull, a spectacular outlet glacier framed by rugged mountain peaks. From safe, designated viewpoints, we’ll look for intricate ice formations, contrasting textures, natural patterns, and the subtle interplay of light and shadow across the glacial landscape.

Overnight stay: Skaftafell area.

Day 5: Optional Aerial Photography & Eystrahorn Sunset

After several early starts, we’ve deliberately kept the morning free from a scheduled sunrise session, allowing participants some time to rest and recharge before another exciting day of photography.

For those interested in a different perspective, an optional aerial photography flight from Skaftafell Airport may be available, subject to weather conditions and flight availability. From above, the vast glacial outwash plains of Skeiðarársandur reveal an extraordinary network of braided rivers, intricate channels, and contrasting sediment patterns. These natural formations create striking abstract compositions and aerial landscapes that are difficult to appreciate from the ground.

The flight operates in a small aircraft with windows that can be opened for photography, providing an opportunity to capture Iceland’s remarkable geological patterns from the air. Please note that this experience is optional, weather-dependent, subject to availability, and not included in the tour price.

Later, we continue east towards Höfn, travelling through some of Iceland’s most dramatic coastal scenery, where expansive glacial plains, rugged mountains, and the Atlantic coastline create an ever-changing photographic backdrop.

Our main photography session takes place at Eystrahorn, near Hvalnes, one of the most distinctive mountain landscapes along Iceland’s southeastern coast. Its steep, rugged slopes rise dramatically above the dark shoreline, offering compelling compositions with textured mountain faces, coastal foregrounds, and the vast surrounding landscape. As sunset approaches, we’ll look for opportunities to capture the changing colours and shadows as the final light touches the mountain peaks.

If the skies are clear and aurora activity is favourable, we may venture out after dark for another opportunity to photograph the Northern Lights in Iceland.

Overnight stay: Höfn area.

Day 6: Vestrahorn & Stokksnes — Sunrise, Sunset & Northern Lights

Today is dedicated to one of Iceland’s most spectacular photographic landscapes: Vestrahorn and Stokksnes. With no long-distance drive or hotel change planned, we have the flexibility to explore this remarkable location in depth and photograph it under different lighting conditions.

We begin with a sunrise photography session along the dramatic black-sand coastline of Stokksnes, with the jagged peaks of Vestrahorn rising majestically in the background. Depending on the tide, wind, and weather, shallow pools may create beautiful reflections of the mountains, while the windswept dunes and golden grasses provide natural foregrounds for layered, carefully composed landscape images.

Rather than rushing between locations, we’ll take time to study the landscape, experiment with different focal lengths, and observe how changing light transforms the mountain’s textures, shadows, and contours. From expansive panoramic views to intimate details in the sand, dunes, and shoreline, the area offers a wealth of creative possibilities.

In the afternoon, we return to Vestrahorn for a second photography session, selecting our viewpoints according to the prevailing conditions and the direction of the light. This additional time allows us to revisit promising compositions and explore fresh perspectives as the landscape takes on a different character towards sunset.

After dark, if clear skies and favourable aurora activity coincide, we may have the opportunity to photograph the Northern Lights over Vestrahorn. The dramatic mountain silhouette, open coastline, and expansive night sky create an extraordinary setting for aurora photography.

Overnight stay: Höfn area.

Day 7: Múlagljúfur Canyon Hike & Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon at Sunset

Leaving Höfn, we travel west through the spectacular glacial landscapes of southeastern Iceland, where vast ice caps, rugged mountains, and expansive valleys create an extraordinary setting for landscape photography.

Weather and trail conditions permitting, our main photographic adventure is a hike to Múlagljúfur Canyon, one of the region’s most dramatic and visually rewarding landscapes. The trail leads towards elevated viewpoints overlooking a deep, winding canyon framed by steep cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and distant mountains. From these vantage points, we’ll explore compositions that use the canyon’s natural leading lines, layered terrain, and surrounding peaks to convey the immense scale of Iceland’s wilderness.

The hike requires a reasonable level of fitness, and we will undertake it only when conditions are safe. If the trail is unsuitable, we’ll adapt our plans and dedicate more time to accessible glacial landscapes and alternative photographic locations in the surrounding area.

Later, we continue to Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, one of Iceland’s most extraordinary natural attractions. Here, enormous icebergs break away from Breiðamerkurjökull Glacier and drift slowly across the lagoon, creating an ever-changing landscape of sculptural ice, subtle reflections, and striking shades of blue and white.

Our sunset photography session will focus on capturing the lagoon as the changing light transforms the icebergs and surrounding landscape. Since the ice constantly shifts in shape, position, and appearance, every visit offers new compositions and photographic possibilities.

If clear skies and favourable aurora activity coincide, we may have the opportunity to photograph the Northern Lights above Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, creating a remarkable combination of floating ice, glacial scenery, and the dancing colours of the night sky.

Overnight stay: Jökulsárlón / Öræfi area.

Day 8: Diamond Beach Sunrise, Fjallsárlón & Iceland’s Glacial Landscapes

We begin the day with an early morning photography session at Diamond Beach, one of Iceland’s most distinctive coastal landscapes. Here, fragments of glacial ice from Jökulsárlón are carried towards the Atlantic Ocean and washed onto the black volcanic sand, creating a striking contrast between translucent ice, dark shorelines, and the movement of the waves.

This extraordinary setting offers endless possibilities for creative photography. We’ll explore the intricate shapes and textures of individual ice formations, experiment with different shutter speeds, and look for compelling compositions as the changing light illuminates the ice. Each visit brings a different arrangement of ice and water, making Diamond Beach particularly rewarding for both intimate studies and wider coastal landscapes.

After breakfast, we begin our journey west along Iceland’s spectacular South Coast, travelling through vast glacial plains and volcanic landscapes shaped by centuries of geological activity.

Depending on weather conditions and available time, we may stop at viewpoints overlooking the outlet glaciers of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest ice cap by volume, or visit Fjallsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Surrounded by rugged mountains and dotted with floating icebergs, Fjallsárlón offers a quieter alternative to the more frequently visited Jökulsárlón, with excellent opportunities for glacial landscape photography.

Throughout the journey, we’ll remain flexible with our schedule, allowing for occasional photography stops whenever the light, weather, or surrounding scenery presents a worthwhile opportunity.

By late afternoon, we arrive in the Hvolsvöllur area, where we settle in after a day of coastal and glacial photography. If the skies are clear and aurora activity is favourable, we may head out for another opportunity to photograph the Northern Lights in Iceland.

Overnight stay: Hvolsvöllur area.

Day 9: Gluggafoss, Seljalandsfoss & Reykjanes Peninsula Sunset

Our final full day of photography begins at Gluggafoss, also known as Merkjárfoss, a distinctive waterfall renowned for the way water flows through natural openings and channels in the rock. Unlike Iceland’s more imposing waterfalls, Gluggafoss offers an opportunity to explore intricate details, unusual formations, flowing water, and the interplay of light and texture within the surrounding landscape.

We then continue to Seljalandsfoss, one of Iceland’s most recognisable waterfalls, where water plunges from a high cliff against a backdrop of open countryside. We’ll explore different viewpoints and compositions to capture its graceful flow and dramatic setting. If trail and access conditions permit, we’ll also visit nearby Gljúfrabúi, a captivating waterfall concealed within a narrow rock gorge, offering a more intimate and atmospheric photographic experience.

Following a lunch stop around Hveragerði, we travel towards the Reykjanes Peninsula, where we plan our final sunset photography session of the tour.

At Valahnúkamöl, the rugged volcanic coastline meets the powerful Atlantic Ocean. Towering cliffs, offshore rock formations, crashing waves, and dark volcanic textures create a dramatic setting for coastal landscape photography. As the evening light changes, we’ll explore different perspectives and compositions that capture the raw character of Iceland’s southwestern coastline. This session will depend on weather conditions and any local access restrictions.

After sunset, we make our way to our accommodation near Keflavík International Airport, concluding our final full day with a memorable photographic exploration of Iceland’s waterfalls and volcanic coastline.

Overnight stay: Keflavík area.

Day 10: Departure from Iceland

After breakfast, our Iceland Photography Tour 2027 comes to an end. No photography sessions are scheduled today, allowing participants to depart according to their individual flight arrangements. An airport shuttle may be available through the accommodation, subject to its operating schedule and availability.

Over the past nine days, we will have explored Iceland’s extraordinary landscapes—from dramatic mountains and cascading waterfalls to ancient glaciers, black-sand beaches, and rugged volcanic coastlines. We hope you return home with a remarkable collection of photographs, fresh creative inspiration, and a deeper appreciation of Iceland’s ever-changing natural beauty.

Every photographic journey is about more than the images we create. It is also about the experiences we share, the friendships we build, and the unexpected moments that make each adventure special.

As our Icelandic adventure draws to a close, we thank you for being part of this journey. May you return home with unforgettable memories, extraordinary photographs, and friendships that last long after the trip ends.

We wish you a safe journey home and look forward to welcoming you on another photographic adventure with EXPOSURE.

Note about the Itinerary

Please note that, due to factors such as weather, local conditions, or unforeseen events, the itinerary may be subject to change. We have built in some flexibility with buffer time to ensure a smooth, safe, and enjoyable experience for everyone.

DATES & PRICES

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MEET YOUR MENTOR

Federico Antonello

Born in 1980, Federico Antonello is a renowned Italian landscape photographer based near Venice, with the majestic Dolomites as his constant source of inspiration.

Federico’s true passion lies in sharing these breathtaking landscapes with fellow photography enthusiasts. As a certified Italian tour leader and hiking guide (GAE), he collaborates with leading tour operators and travel agencies to organize captivating photography tours across the globe. He is also a proud member of the Italian Alpine Club (CAI).

His work has received international recognition, featured in newspapers, magazines, books, and online platforms. Notably, his acclaimed photograph The Snake under the Ra Gusela was exhibited at Berlin’s Eigenheim Gallery in October 2017. He also contributed four images to The Great Photographers of the Dolomites, Vol. 2, published by Vivi Dolomiti.

While the Dolomites remain his creative home, Federico’s love for travel and exploration enriches his portfolio with stunning images from around the world.

Mrinmay Nayek

Mrinmay Nayek is a landscape and astro-landscape photographer, educator, and visual storyteller from India. Holding an MSc in Geography and an MA in Education, along with a background in Remote Sensing & GIS, he spent over a decade in academics before following his passion for photography. A student of the inaugural batch at EXPOSURE – The School of Photography, he specializes in astro-landscape and street photography, known for his technical precision, emotional depth, and poetic visual style. His photographic journeys have taken him across India and abroad, capturing diverse landscapes and celestial events. As a mentor, he has led multiple photo tours and workshops, appreciated for his practical and approachable teaching style, with a strong focus on planning, ethical post-processing, and helping participants develop their own unique photographic vision.

MEET YOUR MENTOR

Federico Antonello

Born in 1980, Federico Antonello is a renowned Italian landscape photographer based near Venice, with the majestic Dolomites as his constant source of inspiration. Federico’s true passion lies in sharing these breathtaking landscapes with fellow photography enthusiasts. As a certified Italian tour leader and hiking guide (GAE), he collaborates with leading tour operators and travel agencies to organize captivating photography tours across the globe. He is also a proud member of the Italian Alpine Club (CAI). His work has received international recognition, featured in newspapers, magazines, books, and online platforms. Notably, his acclaimed photograph The Snake under the Ra Gusela was exhibited at Berlin’s Eigenheim Gallery in October 2017. He also contributed four images to The Great Photographers of the Dolomites, Vol. 2, published by Vivi Dolomiti. While the Dolomites remain his creative home, Federico’s love for travel and exploration enriches his portfolio with stunning images from around the world.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• International Flights
• Optional aerial photography flight (available at an additional cost)
• Meals except breakfast at the hotels
• Visa Fees
• Travel Insurance
• Extra Hotel Charges
• Gifts, Personal treats
• All Expenses of a Personal Nature
• Excess Baggage Costs
• Alcoholic Drinks
• Personal Needs and Laundry