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Discover the beauty of the Lake Myvatn area on a guided tour from Akureyri. Visit Goðafoss and Dettifoss waterfalls, explore the lava maze at Dimmuborgir and enjoy the spectacle of nature.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
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- Duration 8 hours
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- Live tour guide
- English
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Itinerary
Starting location:
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre
Bus/coach
(35 minutes)
Goðafoss Waterfall
Sightseeing (40 minutes)
Bus/coach
(30 minutes)
Dimmuborgir
Sightseeing (110 minutes)
Grjótagjá Cave
Sightseeing (15 minutes)
Bus/coach
(15 minutes)
Hverir
Sightseeing (20 minutes)
Bus/coach
(40 minutes)
Dettifoss
Sightseeing (1 hour)
Bus/coach
(2 hours)
Arrive back at:
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre
Main stop
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Feel the power of the water at the Goðafoss and Dettifoss waterfalls
- Explore the lava maze at Dimmuborgir and the Lake Myvatn area
- Discover the beauty of the Lake Myvatn area on a guided tour
- Enjoy a scenic drive around Lake Myvatn and back to Akureyri
- The geothermal Forest Lagoon, Akureyri
Full description
Discover the natural beauty of Lake Myvatn and the King of Icelandic waterfalls, Dettifoss, on a guided tour from Akureyri. Visit the Myvatn Nature Baths and relax in the geothermal hot spring.
Start your tour with a stop at the beautiful waterfall Goðafoss. Admire the falls up close before driving to Lake Myvatn. Explore the lava maze at Dimmuborgir and stop for refreshments at a local restaurant.
Continue to the King of Icelandic waterfalls, Dettifoss. Marvel at the most powerful waterfall in Europe and the largest in Iceland. Take your time to take photographs and enjoy the scenery around the falls.
Not far from Dettifoss is another waterfall. Walk with your guide to view this waterfall. The scenery around these waterfalls is as you would imagine it on some other planet. In fact, Dettifoss recently played a big part in the 2012 Ridley Scott film, Prometheus.
Enjoy a final drive around the lake before returning to Akureyri.
At the arrival back to Akureyri is an option to go into the Akureyri Forest Lagoon where you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters.
Start your tour with a stop at the beautiful waterfall Goðafoss. Admire the falls up close before driving to Lake Myvatn. Explore the lava maze at Dimmuborgir and stop for refreshments at a local restaurant.
Continue to the King of Icelandic waterfalls, Dettifoss. Marvel at the most powerful waterfall in Europe and the largest in Iceland. Take your time to take photographs and enjoy the scenery around the falls.
Not far from Dettifoss is another waterfall. Walk with your guide to view this waterfall. The scenery around these waterfalls is as you would imagine it on some other planet. In fact, Dettifoss recently played a big part in the 2012 Ridley Scott film, Prometheus.
Enjoy a final drive around the lake before returning to Akureyri.
At the arrival back to Akureyri is an option to go into the Akureyri Forest Lagoon where you can enjoy a relaxing soak in the geothermal waters.
Includes
- Guided tour to Goðafoss, Lake Myvatn, Dimmuborgir, and Dettifoss
- Time for photography at each stop
- Soak in the geothermal Forest Lagoon
- Meals and drinks
- Admission to the Forest lagoon
Meeting point
The meeting point is by Hof Cultural center by the harbor in Akureyri,.
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothing
- Camera
- Snacks
- Water
Know before you go
- Wear warm and comfortable clothing suitable for walking
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning landscapes
- Snacks and water are recommended for the journey
- Admission to the Forest Lagoon is not included and can be purchased separately