Holidays from Newcastle to Iceland

Our Newcastle departures connect to Keflavik Airport, and the research confirms the transfer details below from the destination airport.

• Reykjavik Old Harbour: Reykjavik Old Harbour is the city's working port and a hub for whale watching and harbour dining, and it sits within walking distance of the centre. Cruise ships call here during the summer season, so the harbour is busiest from June to August. Staying close to the old harbour means you can reach restaurants and boat departures on foot after a long arrival day. We recommend this base for travellers who want a walkable first stop before heading further afield. It is exactly the brief our Reykjavik holidays deals are built around.
• Keflavik Airport transfers: Keflavik sits on the Reykjanes Peninsula and is where our Newcastle flights land, so the drive from the airport to the capital is the first leg of your trip. The Blue Lagoon lies close to the airport, which makes it a convenient stop on arrival or departure day for travellers with spare time. Because the transfer shapes how much of your first day you spend travelling, we suggest planning light activities on arrival, the same brief our Iceland holidays deals are built around. Our team confirms departure and transfer details by phone before you travel.
• Akureyri harbour: Akureyri harbour is used by cruise ships and whale watching boats in northern Iceland, and the town centre is a short walk away. The town is set on Eyjafjordur, a long fjord, and offers a quieter pace than the capital. Cruise calls are seasonal, so the harbour atmosphere varies through the year. This base suits travellers who want a northern perspective and are happy with a longer transfer from the airport.
• Husavik harbour: Husavik harbour is the base for whale watching tours and a regular cruise stop in northern Iceland, and it sits close to the town centre. Whale watching is the main reason most visitors make the journey, so booking tours in advance during peak months is wise. The harbour is compact, which keeps the town easy to explore on foot. We find it works well as a half-day or overnight addition to a northern itinerary.
• Stykkisholmur harbour: Stykkisholmur is a small town set on the western coast of Iceland's Snæfellsnes region, with Stykkisholmur harbour working as a ferry port for the surrounding sound and a base for boat trips. Its quiet streets and harbour setting give it a slower pace than the larger towns. The trade-off is that it is a longer drive from the airport, so it suits travellers planning a more deliberate itinerary, the same kind of considered planning our Iceland All Inclusive Holidays are built around. We recommend it for those who want a peaceful base rather than a busy city centre.