Private Tour in Northern Iceland from Akureyri

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Akureyri, Iceland

7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Of all the natural jewels in Northern Iceland, see the ones that most interest you on a customizable, private day trip from Akureyri. With your group of up to seven people, travel beyond city limits to rugged waterfalls, craters, lakes, and other scenic highlights, such as Godafoss, Lake Myvatn, the Viti Crater, and beyond. Learn insider stories about the sights from your guide as you explore.

Design a customized itinerary to fit your group's preferences
This tour makes exploring beyond Akureyri city limits simple
See waterfalls, craters, and other sights it's hard to visit independently
Choose a departure time that works best for your schedule

What's Included

Fuel surcharge
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private tour
Transport by private vehicle

Food and drinks
Lunch

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

We pick up from any Hotel or guesthouse in Akureyri, Akureyri Airport and from Akureyri port

Meeting point

Hótel Kea by Keahotels
Hafnarstræti 87-89, 600 Akureyri, Iceland

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Godafoss

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Myvatn

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Namafjall Hverir

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Skutustaoagigar

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Viti Crater

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 15 reviews

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Excellent Tour Guide!

Heide_M, Aug 2024

Christian was our tour guide and he was excellent. He thoroughly explained many aspects of living in Iceland and provided a flexible itinerary that made it easier on our younger 2 children as well. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely review 🌿 We’re so happy to hear that you had such a great experience and that Kristján made the day both informative and comfortable for your whole family. He always takes special care to keep the tour flexible and enjoyable — especially when younger travelers are along for the ride 💙 Thank you for choosing Star Travel and for your kind recommendation — we hope to welcome you again on another adventure from Akureyri! Warm regards, Reynir — on behalf of the Star Travel Team

Unforgettable day with the best local guide!

Taylor_W, Jul 2024

I cannot recommend this tour highly enough! Our guide, Runar, absolutely exceeded our expectations in every way - his knowledge and stories were captivating; he was patient, kind, and adaptable to our needs and interests; and he fit so much incredible sightseeing into a day that still felt leisurely and fun. It's clear how much he loves his homeland, and what pride he takes in sharing it. The waterfalls were stunning, the mud pots were fascinating, and the extra stops we made just filled our hearts with joy (I won't spoil them for you!) We did bus tours elsewhere, and the private experience is so much better. Book this tour, ask for Runar, and just trust him to take you on an adventure.

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Dear Taylor, Thank you for taking the time to write us such a positive review. We're happy that you had a great experience on your private tour. We are really happy and lucky to have such a wonderful team of staff. Best regards, Arna

My family visited...

Karen_K, Oct 2022

My family visited Akureyri for the day from a cruise ship in August. We had an amazing tour of the Lake Myvatn area. By the end of the day, our guide Petur had become a member of the family. He took the time to stop and show us Iceland beyond moving from one landmark to the next. We explored streams, little shops, and horses. We tasted local chocolates, bread baked in the earth and Icelandic Coca Cola. He told us about living in the area and we learned about everything- the waterfalls, animals and local culture. We were sad to return to the ship! This tour was just what we were looking for and we will always remember the fun we had in Akureyri!

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful and heartfelt review 🌿 We’re thrilled to hear that the tour was so memorable for your family and that Pétur felt like part of the family during the day. Small groups and personal guidance make it possible to stop, explore, and enjoy the area in a truly personal way — from waterfalls and wildlife to local shops and tasting experiences. Thank you for travelling with Star Travel and for sharing this lovely experience — we hope to welcome you again for another North Iceland adventure! 💙 Warm regards, Reynir — on behalf of the Star Travel Team

Great Knowledgeable Guides who are Native Icelanders! Loved it.

Diane_K, Jun 2022

Wonderful guide! Our guide was phenomenal - he had grown up in Iceland as had his parents and grandparents and...way far back. As such, we got an exceptionally knowledgeable tour guide. We particularly enjoyed his personal and family stories of growing up in Iceland - at the lake in the summers, helping on the farm... What a great day we had.