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Cruise Tour Godafoss Turf Houses and Forest Baths Small Group

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Akureyri, Iceland
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10+ bookings last month.
  • 5 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· Jennifer_R ·
Aug 2026
Excellent tour with knowledgeable guide. Nice van for transport and small group size. We were on a cruise and this tour was much better than the ones thru the cruise line.
· Mary_L ·
Jul 2026
Our guide was fantastic and we learned so much about Iceland. The falls weee beautiful. The turf house was interesting and we were the only group there at the time. The Forest Lagoon was incredibly relaxing. But be aware that private showers/changing rooms are very limited.

Overview

Go from nature and history to relaxation on a shore excursion visiting Godafoss waterfall, Laufas heritage site, and the hot springs Forest Lagoon. By coordinating with ship schedules, this tour maximizes your time in port, whisking you directly to top sites to avoid transit delays. Ending the tour with the hot springs lets you fully relax there—it’s an ideal last stop before returning to the ship.
  • Travel comfortably onboard a climate-controlled minibus
  • Check off plenty of the area’s highlights in just one tour
  • Insight from your guide adds context to what you see
  • Enjoy the peace of mind of a tour timed to cruise schedules

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Fully guided tour
  • Transport by comfortable mini bus
  • Pickup at the port
  • Cruise Ship Return Guarantee
  • Entrance fee to the museum
  • Dinner
    Please note that meals and beverages are not included in the tour package
  • The entry fee for the Forest Lagoon
    ISK6,900.00 per person
  • Please bring swimwear and a towel

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Akureyri Cruise Terminal
    MWMF+X4H, Laufásgata, Akureyri, Iceland

    Please be ready at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. We are easy to find - we will wait opposite the gate. Our vehicles are marked with the "Fox Adventure" logo. We also have a sign with the "Fox Adventure" logo.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Godafoss

1 hour 10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Laufas Heritage Site and Museum

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Forest Lagoon

2 hours Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The total duration includes travel time and stop for photos.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers

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 79 reviews
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Definitely book this

Jennifer_R, Aug 2026
Excellent tour with knowledgeable guide. Nice van for transport and small group size. We were on a cruise and this tour was much better than the ones thru the cruise line.

There was lots of...

SHINGKI_C, Aug 2026
There was lots of confusion about the meeting location. We came off from Norwegian cruise ship, no clear direction telling us where to meet exactly just said outside of the Celebrity terminal. It took me 30 minutes walked around to finally found out where they located. I found out from other tourists in same group and they got directly picked up from their Regent cruise ship. It was not accommodating to us that we were from the Norwegian cruise ship. We paid the same fare, why we had different treatment! 🥲

This was a very relaxed...

Susan_S, Jul 2026
This was a very relaxed tour but we got to see everything. The Godafuss Waterfall was beautiful and more magical when a rainbow appeared. Also went to the Forest Lagoon

Highly recommend this tour

Mary_L, Jul 2026
Our guide was fantastic and we learned so much about Iceland. The falls weee beautiful. The turf house was interesting and we were the only group there at the time. The Forest Lagoon was incredibly relaxing. But be aware that private showers/changing rooms are very limited.

You won't be disappointed with this tour.

Daniel_B, Jul 2026
No one at the Fox Adventures Kiosk at the port when we arrived. It took us some time to find our travel vehicle because it was not marked Fox Advenures. Otherwise it was a well organized and properly paced tour. We could have spent a little more time at the Turf Houses, but not at the expense of less time at the Forrest Lagoon. Overall we were happy with this Small group excursion.

Our guide eas amazing. ...

Holly_K, Jul 2026
Our guide eas amazing. She made sure we stayed on schedule but we did not feel rushed at all. This was a nice change to the ship excursions and they were very aware of the time limitations for those of us needing to get on the ship. Would recommend to anyone traveling through here via cruise.

Fun Day especially the Lagoon!

Lindsay_S, Jul 2026
Bus picked us up right at the port. It was a small group which was great. Loved all three stops especially the lagoon!

Robust adventure

Laurie_T, Jul 2026
The tour was replaced by a similar tour which was very good. The guide/driver was excellent..lots of knowledge of history, geography and events that made for an interesting commentary. She was also good about keeping us ahead of the larger tour busses..a very enjoyable day and we were back on time.

Wonderful trip

Stephanie_S, Jul 2026
Amazing! The waterfalls were stunning and the hot springs were so relaxing. Tour guides were amazing

Fantastic overview of North Iceland

Gail_B, Jul 2026
This tour was incredible. We got a message a few days before the tour with the option to upgrade to see more sites - so we ended up seeing Godafoss Waterfall, Lake Myvtan area, Dimmuborgir lava fields, Hverir geothermal area, Grjotagja cave, and the forest baths (I believe this is called the "Lake Myvtan Tour"). I'm so glad we were able to upgrade - Lake Myvtan was beautiful, the lava fields were so interesting, the geothermal area ("boiling mud pits") were so cool, and the Grjotagja cave sits on top of the mid atlantic ridge so we got to see the fault line and go inside the cave to feel the warm spring. Our guide was Monica and she was absolutely incredible - my favorite tour guide out of the 6 excursions we went on this trip. She was a wealth of knowledge and passionate about icelandic culture and history, she taught us so much. Couple of notes - in the north there are flies in the summer, which can be quite irritating sworming around your head. We were able to buy face nets which helped, but if you have one you should bring it in case. The forest baths were AMAZING (not included in the price of the tour but definitely worth the entry price, about $60 USD per person)- way better than the blue lagoon. Make sure you bring your swimsuit and a towel, as well as a change of clothes and a brush/toiletries. The tour is long but there was a stop where you could buy food at the lake Myvtan area, but I still recommend bringing water and snacks. The bus was equipped with AC/Heat and Wifi. It was a very comfortable tour, definitely recommend, and the company was wonderful to work with!

Greatest tour guide information

Ann_W, Jul 2026
We were coming off an NCL cruise ship and this worked perfectly! We were upgraded to the longer tour for free... great suprise! Our tour guide, Margie [?], had her masters in Icelandic history and was so interesting. Be sure to read up on the culture of the baths before going. Definitely recommend

Great Trip

Kayla_L, Jul 2026
This was a great tour. The driver was knowledgeable. The location of the pick up for us was ideal as it was right outside of the cruise ship security gate. Had a good amount of time at each stop. Baths are not included in the price but it was easy to take care of when we meet them for the tour to add it. Van was very comfortable and very glad we did a small group tour.

Such a fun trip from the...

Amy_F, Jun 2026
Such a fun trip from the start. Great local history to go along. When we had a mishap with a forgotten bag our driver went out of his way to assist and drive us back. Simply an amazing trip and guide!

Amazing day out from the...

Susanna_S, Jun 2026
Amazing day out from the cruise ship. I would highly recommended taking this tour. You saw everything and relaxed at the lagoons at the end. Fantastic experience!

Fox Adventures!

Sandra_T, Jun 2026
What an exceptional tour! Brundur, sorry for the complete mash up of your name! I had a ball yesterday!

Don't miss this tour or bath house

suzanne_g, Jun 2026
Fabulous tour. Marika our tour guide was exceptional. She took us many places. Explained much about culture, mores, history, etc. Wish could give her more than 5 stars.

Outstanding!

Rick_A, Jun 2026
This tour was simply awesome. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. The tour stops were perfect. The Lagos stop is a must.

Cruise ship excursion to Godafoss, Turf houses & Forrest Lagoon

Shirley_R, Jun 2026
The tour was nice but the bus was small. It seated 16 people and all 16 seats were full. I had the misfortune of getting on the bus last and I was stuck with the very last seat. Very uncomfortable seating. The driver Ohn was very nice, gave us a lot of information. The scenery at Godafoss was spectacular. The Laufas was interesting. Best of all was the Forrest Lagoon spa. We stopped 50 mins at the Laufas but only an hour at the spa. 20 mins is sufficient for the Laufas, more time should be allocated to the spa experience. Please consider this as it is the highlight of our trip. Just the time at the spa was short.

Enjoy Beautiful waterfalls, learn about the Turf House and enjoy bathing in the Forest Lagoon.

LoriAllison_M, Jun 2026
A perfect 5 hour tour, we were able to view the beautiful Godafoss Waterfall, the Turf House and enjoy the Forest Lagoon Baths.

Wonderful Iceland

Deb_W, May 2026
Our driver was great. Went to waterfalls & Forest Lagoon. Could have spent a little more time in the lagoon.

5 stars

Rebecca_S, May 2026
The guides were very k owledgeable and fun - we saw waterfalls and the turf houses and were able to get some shopping in as well. Great tour I highly recommend

What Else Can You Ask For

Samuel_T, Oct 2025
Waterfalls, beautiful landscapes, swimming in a natural mineral hot springs while surrounded by huge snow-capped mountains

Highly recommend

Rhonda_R, Sep 2025
Great tour of the Norwegian countryside with a local resident. Our guide was the owner of the company. He’s lived his whole life in the area so knows it well. He is a small business owner. The places we went to were interesting. A nice walk to a waterfall, a visit to the turf houses and then to the thermal baths. We also had a very interesting stop inside the tunnel that goes through the mountain. We were back to the cruise ship in plenty of time for departure.

Great Tour

Jane_C, Sep 2025
Baldor was lovely Thoroughly enjoyed the stop and easy pick up from our port and drop off in plenty of time

Godafoss Falls is a MUST!

Lisa_T, Sep 2025
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.

Perfect day with a Fabulous guide

Bonnie_G, Sep 2025
What a great day! Our guide was amazing - so knowledgable and engaging! We loved everything we saw and did. And the Forest baths at the end were soooo much fun and beautiful. And who doesnt appreciate a swim up bar. Try a “Sarti” spritz!

From the time of pick-up...

Elizabeth_B, Sep 2025
From the time of pick-up which was super easy, and the tour and guide was fabulous would highly recommend!

Great Tour

MARY_M, Sep 2025
Great tour. Guide provided a lot of local insights. Forest Lagoon is as crowded but still very nice.

Goddafoss Falls a must do...

Soek_W, Aug 2025
Goddafoss Falls a must do in Akeuryri . Bucket list ticked! The Turf Houses were also very interesting and we ended up in the Forest Lagoon for a lovely soak in the warm thermal water. Badhur from Fox Adventure was a great guide and driver!

Fox Adventures and Baldur are the way to see Akureyri!

Kathleen_V, Aug 2025
Baldur, our expert guide, was an amazing person to show us his town. We got local insight into all things Icelandic including which farmers were his friends, were selling their farms, etc. He was very genuine, kind and funny and a great guide. We started at the Goddafoss waterfall, slowed in the road to see Icelandic horses up close, got an inside tour at the tunnel where we were able to FEEL the hot springs coursing through, went to the turf houses and ended at the lovely Forrest Lagoon. Such an adventure! Note that the Forrest Lagoon tickets were not included and we had to pay for those in addition to what we already paid for the tour (it's in the exclusions section). We plan to go back to Iceland soon and if we are in Akureyri again we will absolutely ask Baldur and Fox Adventures to be our tour guides again on a slightly different adventure! Highly recommend!

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