Top North Iceland Shore Excursions

Join us on this tour to experience one of Iceland’s most beautiful waterfalls, learn about Icelanders’ way of life many years ago, and finally enjoy your time in the warm water with a beautiful view of the fjord. Our guides are not only skilled drivers and timekeepers, but they are also friendly and eager to show you more. We promise a memorable experience and offer plenty of chances to take photos and capture your best moments. This tour is designed for cruise ship passengers and departs from and returns to the port in Akureyri. You can choose a tour time that matches your arrival and departure cruise times. Experience Akureyri area on a small-group shore excursion from Akureyri. Enjoy a more personalized experience. Enjoy hassle-free pickup and drop-off from Akureyri's port, with a wide range of departure times to suit your cruise schedule.

Make the most of your time in Akureyri by booking this group tour that explores Godafoss, Laufas, and the Christmas House with a guide and driver, so you don’t need to organize any logistics. Entrance fees are included, and there’s Wi-Fi to stay connected if you want to while you transfer from place to place. Another highlight is visiting the Botanical Garden on the way home.

Visit beautiful Godafoss Waterfall on a shore excursion from Akureyri that’s designed to make the most of your time in port. Unlike outings that cover many miles by land, this one goes to a nearby waterfall. That cuts down on time in transit—giving you a full hour to explore one of the most photographed places in Iceland.

Enjoy a responsible whale-watching cruise with an eco-friendly company, and reduce the chance of motion sickness by traveling in a large stable oak boat in the sheltered waters of Eyjafjörður. Travel slowly and quietly so as not to disturb the wildlife. This leaves lots of time to soak up the scenery, and you’ll also have the chance to fish from the boat.

Make the most of your time on land with this shore excursion from Akureryi Port. This comprehensive tour takes you to see some of Iceland's most picturesque natural wonders at Lake Myvatn and Godafoss waterfall. It also includes an optional stop at the Myvatn Nature Baths, if your cruise schedule allows.

Make the most of your time ashore in North Iceland—and visit three popular attractions in one trip—on this half-day shore excursion. Set off from Akureyri Port by coach and join like-minded travelers as you explore the Goðafoss Waterfall and Laufás Turf Houses and Museum. Before returning to your ship, take a dip in the natural hot springs at the Forest Lagoon, and enjoy a beverage in the swim-up bar (extra expense).

Make the most of your short time on land with a group coach tour around Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss Waterfall. After a handy pick up from Akureyri Port, embark on a dramatic journey through the rugged Icelandic countryside, marveling at views of snow-capped mountains, cascading waterfalls, and vast valleys. Have your camera ready as you look out for wildlife along the way.

Make the most of your time on land with this hassle-free trip to Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri port. Board an air-conditioned vehicle and take in the rolling rugged landscapes as your driver leads the way. After a 40-minute journey, spend time exploring and photographing the cascading falls at your own pace. Ideal for travelers looking for a memorable break off the boat.

Hop on a small group tour for an exploration of northern Iceland’s natural wonders from Akureyri. Visit Goðafoss waterfall, see Lake Mývatn, admire the volcanic landscape of lava and craters, and check out the Mývatn Nature Baths—the ‘blue lagoon of the north’—where you can enjoy a warm soak in the geothermal waters.

This small-group Diamond Circle Express Shore Excursion is an ideal way to experience North Iceland’s most iconic natural attractions in a limited time, directly from Akureyri Port. Designed for cruise passengers, the tour follows a carefully planned route to ensure comfort and timely return. Travel through dramatic volcanic landscapes to Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall, where glacial waters thunder into a rugged canyon. Continue to the geothermal area of Námafjall, famous for steaming vents, bubbling mud pools, and vivid mineral colors. The journey then leads to the Lake Mývatn region, known for its unique lava formations and volcanic scenery, before visiting the historic Goðafoss Waterfall, the legendary “Waterfall of the Gods.” With comfortable transport, expert local guidance, and well-paced stops, this express tour offers a memorable overview of the Diamond Circle highlights.

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated Northern Lights guide through the winter night. Our hunt takes you out of town to the countryside, away from the bright lights of the city so that the Northern Lights can be seen in all their beauty and colours. The local guide will share Icelandic tales during the journey on this magical tour. Please note the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and are also dependant on weather conditions therefore we cannot guarantee they will be sighted however if the guide confirms no lights were seen, we do offer a free retry the next day if we are running a tour the next day.

Check off plenty off northern Iceland’s natural attractions on this half-day tour to Lake Myvatn from Akureyri. Keep your camera poised as you visit roaring waterfalls, stroll around Lake Mývatn, and take in the treasures of lava fields. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the tour also includes a visit to Námaskard, a volcanic region with boiling mud pots.

Spotting the Northern Lights is notoriously difficult. Rather than simply counting on getting lucky, you can hugely improve your chances by joining this tour that takes you into the countryside, far from light pollution, in the company of an experienced aurora-hunter guide.

Our journey takes us along Eyjafjörður, one of Iceland’s longest fjords, to our first destination, the Goðafoss waterfall, which holds great significance in Iceland’s history. Next, we will explore the beauty of Lake Mývatn, where we can appreciate stunning sights such as Skútustaðagígar, also known as pseudo craters. This unique phenomenon can only be found in a few places around the world, including Iceland, Hawaii, one in the Azores, and even on the planet Mars. Additionally, we will visit Dimmuborgir, an area of extraordinary lava formations. We will then proceed to the Hverir geothermal area, where many smoking fumaroles and boiling mud pots can be observed. After Hverir, we will travel approximately 40 minutes to see Dettifoss, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. We will have the opportunity to visit the enchanting Grjótagjá cave to admire the hot blue river. The adventurous can even take a photo standing on two tectonic plates.

Skip the hassle of exploring Lake Myvatn alone by booking this full-day group tour with hotel pickup and round-trip transfers from Akureyri. Stops include Grjotagja Cave, the Skútustaðagígar craters, Namafjall Hverir geothermal area, and other photo-worthy locations. Take in dramatic volcanic landscapes, lava sculptures, and glacial caves as you enjoy an informative commentary from your local guide.

This is a small - group experience designed for comfort, flexibility and a more personal connection with North Iceland. Unlike large bus tours, we travel at a relaxed pace, with time for photos, short walks and spontaneous stops depending on the conditions. With a local guide and driver, you experience not only the main highlights, but also the atmosphere and stories that make this region truly special. The tour is carefully planned to ensure a smooth day and a timely return for cruise passengers.

Maximize your time in Iceland with a 6-hour shore excursion by coach. Let someone take care of the planning and driving as you experience the best of north Iceland, including bathing in the geothermal waters at Mývatn Nature Baths and witnessing Góðafoss waterfall. A picnic lunch and round-transportation from your ship are included.

Join this half day shore excursion from Akureyri and explore some of North Icelands most iconic natural and cultural highlights. Designed to fit cruise schedules this tour offers a relaxed pace scenic drives and informative guidance throughout the journey. The tour begins at Akureyri Cruise Terminal and travels along Eyjafjordur fjord toward the famous Godafoss Waterfall. Known as the Waterfall of the Gods Godafoss is one of Icelands most important waterfalls both historically and visually offering impressive views and powerful cascades. The journey continues to the Laufas heritage area where visitors can explore well preserved traditional turf houses. This stop provides a unique insight into Icelands rural history and architecture. Before returning to the port the tour includes a scenic viewpoint overlooking Akureyri and the surrounding fjord making it an ideal photo stop. This experience combines nature culture and comfort into a memorable half day tour in North Iceland.

Explore the natural wonders of Northern Iceland on this full-day tour from Akureyri. Enjoy spectacular views of Godafoss waterfall, then visit Lake Myvatn and enjoy free time to soak in the Myvatn Nature Baths (entrance fees not included). Along the way, marvel at natural wonders including the Dimmuborgir Lava formations and Hverir mud pools, visit Grotcaja cave, and see filming sites from hit TV show Game of Thrones.

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi Port stopping at the stunning Godafoss waterfall and then onto the famous Lake Myvatn area. in Lake Myvatn area we visit the Dimmuborgir Lava formations and the Námafjall area where you can view the bubbling Hverir Mud pools and Natural steam vents or fumaroles. We also stop at Myvatn Nature Baths where you can enjoy the baths and cafe (Please note the entrance fee to the Nature Baths is NOT included). Passengers can also opt to skip the Nature bath and visit Grjotagja cave and rift instead. This great value tour includes a small group tour with an experienced local tour guide and transport. We offer free pick up and drop off to Akureyri Port.

The fantastic scenery of Eyjafjörður will lay at our feet on this tour around the wild artic nature of North Iceland. We offer a fully guided outdoor adventure for you where the main focus is to enjoy without hectic. The winter wonderland of Eyjafjörður is magnificent and the experience of enjoying this view while snowshoeing makes this tour unique. On our way through the snowy winter nature we will enjoy hot chocolate and biscuits.

Join us for a short small group tour to the famous Goðafoss Waterfall, one of the most popular tourist destination in North Iceland.​ On the way back to Akureyri we drive along the coast of Eyjafjordur, one of the longest fjords in Iceland where you can see over the fjord to Akureyri and take a great photo. Enjoy a short introduction to Akureyri town, driving through the Old Town and visit the pearl of Akureyri, the Botanical Gardens.

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights in 4x4 Mini-Bus with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town to the countryside away from the bright city lights so that the Northern Lights can be seen in all their beauty and colours. The local guide will share Icelandic tales during the journey and there is a chance to buy professional photos of your night. You will receive a free retry the next evening if no Northern Lights are seen (provided we a running a group tour the next day). We also include free pick and drop off from Hotels/Guesthouses in Akureyri