All North Iceland Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

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from USD 104

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Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Forest Lagoon Admission Ticket with Towel and One Drink included

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(46)

from USD 85

Thrill-seeking travelers will love this incredible caving adventure inside the Lofthellir ice cave within a lava tunnel. Get deep inside the cave safely with the help of your guide. Crawl through narrow spaces near the entrance but then be amazed as the cave opens up, allowing you to see the fascinating geology. You’ll be provided with helmets, lights, and studded boots to keep you safe and comfortable.

Ice Cave Lofthellir exploration - A permafrost Cave inside a magma tunnel.

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(21)

from USD 404

Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(147)

from USD 124

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A scenic and memorable excursion to the majestic Godafoss Waterfall, including Geothermal bathing. You will drive through the beautiful countryside of northern Iceland, where you will see stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. But you will also learn about the history and culture of Iceland from your knowledgeable guide. Learn about the Godafoss waterfall , one of the most spectacular and historic waterfalls in Iceland. After admiring the waterfall, you will head back to Akureyri but not exactly the same way. You will drive through the beautiful Fnjoskadalur Valley, up to the mountains and down to the Eyjafordur Bay with astonishing view. Photo-stop at the Akureyri Viewpoint to enjoy the view over the town of Akureyri! Now it time to discover one of the gems of Akureyri. Ready for an adventure? A geothermal spa: The Forest lagoon. There are geothermal pools, a sauna, a relaxing lounge and an in-water pool bar. Enjoy the warm water, the song of the birds and the view!

Akureyri Port: Hot Godafoss Waterfall Tour & The Forest Lagoon

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(3)

from USD 157

2-Hour UTV Buggy Tour in Myvatn

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port

(12)

from USD 227

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(24)

from USD 83

Askja & Holuhraun, Super Jeep Day Tour from Lake Myvatn

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(27)

from USD 486

Snowmobile Tour by Lake Mývatn

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

A scenic and memorable excursion in Iceland to the majestic Godafoss Waterfall. Godafoss is one of the most spectacular and historic waterfalls in Iceland. The name means the "waterfall of the gods". The waterfall is about 12 meters high (36 feet) and 30 meters wide (90 feet), and it forms a horseshoe shape that creates a stunning spectacle of water and mist. You will have about 45 minutes to explore the waterfall and take photos of this natural wonder. After admiring the waterfall, you will board the bus again and head back to Akureyri but not exactly the same way. You will drive through the beautiful Fnjoskadalur Valley, up to the mountains and down to the Eyjafordur Bay with astonishing view. The Eyjafjordur Bay is the longest in Iceland, and surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Before you arrive to Akureyri the bus will stop at the Akureyri Viewpoint so you can enjoy the view over the town of Akureyri, the Bay and the mountains, and take pictures!

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from USD 221

From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships (V)

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(42)

from USD 77

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Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Cruise Tour Godafoss Turf Houses and Forest Baths Small Group

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore North Iceland's volcanic beauty on this 6-hour shore excursion from Akureyri. Begin with a scenic drive through stunning landscapes and stop at the iconic Goðafoss waterfall, known as the Waterfall of the Gods. Discover the unique Mývatn craters and the mysterious lava formations of Dimmuborgir. This tour is designed for cruise passengers, ensuring a comfortable experience with guaranteed return to the port before your ship departs. Please note that food is not included in the tour, so we recommend bringing your own snacks or lunch to stay comfortable throughout the day. - 6-hour guided tour perfect for cruise ship passengers - Visit Goðafoss waterfall and explore the Skútustaðagígar craters - Discover Dimmuborgir, the “Dark Castles” of Iceland - Includes scenic stops, comfortable transport, and an English-speaking guide

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from USD 177

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Akureyri Lake Myvatn Godafoss and Lava Fields Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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USD 180

USD 162

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Skip the hassle of navigating the Diamond Circle alone by booking this group tour with round-trip transport from Akureyri. Hit top spots including Lake Myvatn, Godafoss waterfall, the charming fishing village of Husavik, and other photo-worthy locations. Along the way, enjoy fascinating local insights and fun facts from your guide. As a bonus, a packed lunch is included to keep you fueled for adventure.

Diamond Circle Myvatn Waterfalls, and Husavik from Akureyri Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

(93)

from USD 214

Join the tour of the stunning Lake Mývatn area, one of Iceland's most beautiful places. 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. We will take you to the Goðafoss waterfall and Lake Mývatn area, allowing you to explore nearby attractions. You can choose a tour time that matches your arrival and departure cruise times. Experience the Lake Mývatn area on a small-group shore excursion from Akureyri. Explore several of North Iceland's most stunning natural wonders in just one day, a more personalized experience, and hassle-free pickup and drop-off from Akureyri's port, with a wide range of departure times to suit your cruise schedule.

Cruise Tour Godafoss and Myvatn Lake and Baths Small Group

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(57)

from USD 212

100% Whale Watching

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(283)

from USD 90

Embark on a hassle-free exploration of Iceland's wonders. From the majestic Goðafoss Waterfall to stunning fjord views, our expert-guided tour ensures an immersive journey through northern Iceland's captivating landscapes. Sit back and relax as we take care of all the logistics, providing insightful commentary along scenic drives and offering opportunities for cultural immersion and memorable experiences. Whether you're drawn to the awe-inspiring beauty of nature or the fascinating stories of Iceland's past, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure filled with discovery and wonder.

Godafoss Waterfall & Fjord Views Half-Day Tour from Akureyri Port

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(18)

from USD 117

Likely to Sell Out

This Diamond Circle tour is unique because it lets you see the most famous highlights of North Iceland in one simple, well-planned day. You experience waterfalls, canyons, geothermal areas, and coastal villages without feeling rushed. It is an easy and comfortable way to explore the region’s top attractions in a single journey. Each stop offers something different and memorable. Húsavík shows a charming seaside town, Ásbyrgi offers a peaceful and dramatic canyon, Dettifoss displays the raw power of nature, and Námaskarð shows active geothermal landscapes. Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn add beautiful scenery and peaceful views along the way. Overall, it is a full day of natural beauty and variety. You travel through completely different landscapes and see the very best of North Iceland in one smooth and enjoyable experience.

Akureyri Port: Small Group Diamond Circle Express Shore Excursion

8 hoursFree Cancellation

from USD 207

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.

Akureyri to Lake Myvatn and Nature Baths Small Group Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Akureyri Hop on Hop off tour

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from USD 215

45 minutesFree Cancellation

3.0

(13)

from USD 69

Discover the enchanting landscapes of North Iceland on this half-day tour from Akureyri. Start at Goðafoss, the Waterfall of the Gods, where the powerful cascades invite you to stroll along scenic paths. Next, explore the surreal Hverir Geothermal Area, known for its steaming vents and colorful mud pools. Visit the famed Grjótagjá Lava Cave, celebrated in Game of Thrones, and marvel at the mystical Dimmuborgir Lava Fields, home to Icelandic folklore and elves. The tour wraps up at skútustaðagígar, where volcanic pseudocraters offer tranquil views of Lake Mývatn. - Half-day guided tour from Akureyri to iconic North Iceland sites - Visit Goðafoss, Hverir, Grjótagjá, Dimmuborgir, and skútustaðagígar - Immerse in local legends and stunning geological formations - Includes comfortable transport and knowledgeable guide throughout the tour

From Akureyri Myvatn Godafoss and Grjotagja Small Group Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from USD 140

Húsavík Whale Watching Tour with Heated Indoor Seating

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(148)

from USD 101

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Cruise Tour Godafoss Turf Houses and Forest Baths Small Group

Lisa_T, Sept 2025

Godafoss Falls is a MUST!

This was a wonderful tour. The tour operator responded promptly to our inquiry regarding meeting location. Our tour guide was friendly and full of information. She chattered the entire time to each location with wonderful information and cute stories. Our driver was very skilled driving the winding roads. The falls were easily accessible and a MUST SEE. Absolutely gorgeious. We enjoyed the visit to the Tuff houses and seeing the history of the local area. The Forest Bath house was wonderful. They rent bathing suits & towels if you forget (which my suit was left in our room!). Glad I was able to participate because we had already paid for the entrance fee and we realized when we arrived my suit was missing.

Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

Elizabeth_p, Sept 2025

Great Day Tour for Cruisers

Excellent tour from start to finish. The orange-colored Saga Travel booth was clearly visible immediately after debarking our ship in the Akureyi cruise port. Saga Travel attendants directed us to bus, which left on time. Extremely knowledgeable tour guide, Runar, provided the perfect mix of history and storytelling, with a bit of geology mixed-in, throughout the trip. He also provided more detailed answers to specific questions - excellent guide! Driver, Andrei, was also fabulous. Of course the tour itinerary was as advertised - all of the stops were amazing. Our free coffee and donut at the Godafoss waterfall was a nice treat. None of the stops felt rushed. As other reviewers mentioned, be prepared for sun, rain, wind and varying temperatures in the same day. There is also a bit of walking to get close over both paved and uneven ground to get close to the sites. Our fitness app logged close to 5 miles over the day. We returned to the ship well-ahead of our departure time. Definitely recommend this tour.

Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

Kathi_H, Sept 2025

Glad we took this tour

Saga did a great job of running this tour. Manuel was a great tour guide, keeping us entertained. The falls were gorgeous. Bus comfy. What seemed different from other tours there was the ticket they gave us to access the hotel bathrooms for free and get free coffee or tea and an Icelandic donut type thing. Nice to sit inside where warm.

Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon from Akureyri Port

Pam_B, Sept 2025

Godafoss, Turf houses and Forest Lagoon

This was a great tour. First we went to see turf houses, church, with cemetery, as well as beautiful Icelandic horses. The ride there was very scenic. Then we went to Godafoss Waterfall and it was majestic and showed off with a beautiful rainbow! The walk to the falls isn't too difficult. Then we went to Forest Lagoon for about 2 hours. This was a lovely site with beautiful view of Akureyri harbor/city. It was a perfect ending to the day and so restful and relaxing.

Forest Lagoon Admission Ticket with Towel and One Drink included

Donald_D, Aug 2025

Enjoyable bath in Akureyri

We had not done a thermal bath and wanted to do this before returning home. Saw Forest Lagoon activity and booked through Viator The entry process is very fast and well organized. Rubber wrist bands used to enter, work lockers and pay for drinks. It was not super crowded and the water was pleasantly warm but not hot. They have a cold plunge and a sauna. My only negative comment is that we did not see mention of the shuttle when booking. Learned about shuttle only after we took a taxi to get there. Overall a very pleasant experience.

100% Whale Watching

Pierre_R, Aug 2025

It was a great...

It was a great experience, although we only saw the whales from quite far. There was another boat of the same company that departed at the same time as the one I was in, and everyone on board had the impression that the other boat was going much closer to where the whales were. I guess it depends on the captain. It’s a very well organized and safe tour.

Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

Rhonda_N, Aug 2025

Great 1/2 day exploring Akureyri

- Our driver & tour guide, Jon, was amazing! Saw the beautiful falls, the Laura’s Thur Houses and Xmas Shop! There was an excellent description of the whole tour on a laminated paper in your bus seat - wish you could see it when you were thinking about booking it. - Definitely worth your time & money!!

From Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Tour for Cruise Ships (V)

Rayka_M, July 2025

Informative guide enhanced the experience

Our guide was absolutely amazing. He gave us a lot of background and fun facts type of information. He was also funny and knowledgeable. The waterfall was absolutely amazing too but all the other info and facts that our guide shared with us made the whole experience much better

Cruise Tour Godafoss and Myvatn Lake and Baths Small Group

Brian_T, July 2025

Issues happen, but they worked them out quickly.

First, the sites we saw were great, and the hot springs were nice. Things happen - it's often when, not if, something will go wrong. How someone responds to the problem speaks more to me than whether something went wrong or not. On this adventure, our mini-bus broke down. They jumped into gear and came up with a plan. We got to see all the sites we were supposed to, they just switched up the order so they had time to work out the details of getting a new vehicle to us. Another vehicle from their group came and took us to the hot springs, and they used the time we were there to figure out transportation for the rest of the day. We saw everything we were supposed to and were not late returning to the cruise ship. We enjoyed the trip.

Godafoss Waterfall Shore Excursion From Akureyri Port

Jan_K, June 2025

Great exkursion to Goðafoss

We really enyoyed our trip with our driver Johannes to the Goðafoss waterfall. We had luck regarding the weather and the sun has been shining. Pickup for the tour was easy and comfortable. There are huts at Akureyri Cruise Port and for meeting you just have to lookup the one with "Imagine Island Travel". On our way back, we did a short photo stop to take panorama photos from above Akureyri. Nice finish. Thank you once again to Johannes and the whole Team.