Visit the North: Akureyri - Mývatn - Húsavík - Dettifoss / 4 days

Description

4-Day Guided Tour of Northern Iceland

Day 1: Reykjavík to Akureyri

• Departure: Pick-up at 8:30 AM from your hotel in Reykjavík or up to 50 km from the capital.
• Highlights:
  • Hvalfjörður Tunnel: Travel west through the scenic tunnel.
  • Borgarfjörður and Borgarnes: Brief stop to explore these charming locations.
  • Grábrók Crater: Visit the volcanic crater.
  • Glanni Waterfall: Take a short visit to this picturesque waterfall.
  • Kolugljúfur Canyon: Explore this beautiful canyon and waterfall.
  • Blönduós: Discover this quaint village as you travel east.
  • Varmahlíð: Brief stop before heading to Akureyri.
• Arrival: Check-in at your hotel in Akureyri around 5:00 PM. Enjoy dinner and relax for the evening. The hotel features high-quality, clean rooms with private baths.

Day 2: Exploring the Diamond Circle

• Departure: Pick-up at 9:00 AM from your hotel.
• Highlights:
  • Godafoss Waterfall: Visit this stunning waterfall.
  • Lake Mývatn: Explore this remarkable area and visit the Dimmuborgir lava fields.
  • Nature Baths: Enjoy a two-hour soak in the natural baths at Leirböðin.
  • Námafjall: Discover the geothermal area and the Leirhnjúkur and Viti craters.
  • Dettifoss Waterfall: Witness one of Europe’s most powerful waterfalls.
  • Ásbyrgi Canyon: Visit this impressive natural formation.
• Arrival: Check-in at Hotel Skúlagarður around 5:00 PM. Relax and enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Day 3: Ásbyrgi to Akureyri

• Departure: Pick-up at 9:00 AM from your hotel.
• Highlights:
  • Ásbyrgi Canyon: Explore the area and learn about the volcanic eruption and earthquakes that shaped Skjálftavatn Lake.
  • Húsavík: Visit this picturesque town known for its Viking-style whale watching harbor. Whale watching tours are available (additional booking required).
• Arrival: Return to Akureyri around 5:00 PM. Enjoy dinner and relax at your hotel.

Day 4: Akureyri to Reykjavík

• Departure: Pick-up at 9:00 AM from your hotel.
• Highlights:
  • Akureyri: Explore the northern capital before departing.
  • Borgarfjörður: Stop at Barnafoss and Hraunfossar waterfalls.
  • Deildartunguhver: Visit Europe’s largest hot spring.
• Arrival: Return to Reykjavík around 5:00 PM. Conclude the tour at your hotel or another desired location.

Tour Details:

• Duration: 9 hours per day, covering 300-400 km daily.
• Accommodation: Hotel reservations are included.
• Meals: Lunch and dinner approximately €50 per person per day.

Additional Activities

Enhance your experience by choosing one of the following activities per day for an additional fee.