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You’ll see the wilder side of Iceland on a three-day expedition around the remote Westfjords.
We’ll visit the picturesque bird cliffs at Látrabjarg, the multicolored beach at Rauðisandur, and the epic falls at Dynjandi.
You’ll be wowed by the astonishing views of Hornstrandir and the Arctic Ocean as we drive the “Seven Fjord Road” from Ísafjörður before heading back to the capital.
What more could you want? This is the most memorable week you could ever wish for in the “Land of Fire and Ice”!
What's Included
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Parts of the Reykjavik city centre are restricted for bus driving. This means that all tour companies are only allowed to stop at certain designated bus stop locations in the centre of Reykjavík to pick up the guests from hotels or other accommodations located within this area. Email confirming exact pick up location will be sent within 24 hours post booking
Itinerary
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1Borgarnes
Capital of the West Icelabn located in the City Fjord
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Eiriksstadir
This beautiful turf-roofed house was once home to Eirik the Red and his son Leif the Lucky, who sailed to America long before Columbus was born!
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Coastal cliffs
The gate to the Westfjords. Dozens of rocky islands fill up a small bay on the edge of Breiðafjörður Fjord.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Vatnsfjörður
Home to Þingmanná Waterfalls and stunning canyon
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Kleifaheiði - Kleifakarl
Then we’ll cross a towering mountain range called Kleifaheiði en route to Patreksfjörður area. There’s an intriguing sight to see at the top! The engineers who built the mountain road raised a 5-meter-high stone statue called Kleifabúi in their spare time, marking the high point of their work.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Látrabjarg
We’ll follow gravel paths cut into steep mountainsides until we reach the famous bird colonies and Bjargtangar Lighthouse at Iceland’s westernmost point. Cliff tops more than 440 meters above the surf and are at the Westernmost edge of Europe.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Gardhur
Stranded fishing boat as old as the Titanic!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Rauðisandur
10-kilometer-long beach at Rauðisandur with multicolored sands
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9Fossfjörður
Charming waterfall falling from the clifs
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Westfjords Region
Instagram icon “A-House” serves as one of the best viewing points
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Dynjandisheiði Heath
The day’s highlight comes next – the wedding cake-shaped waterfall, Dynjandi. The Thunderer crashes down over 100 meters in a wonderful “waterfall ladder.”
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
12Önundarfjörður
Another photo opportunity awaits at Önundarfjörður Pier for outstanding views sourrounded by black sand beach and dunes
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Bolafjall
We will drive up Bolafjall (628m) where you can enjoy the view and walk on skywalk platform
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14Osvor Maritime Museum
Collection of turf-roofed buildings used in the old days by local fishermen
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
15Óshólar Lighthouse
One of the most iconic lighthouses in Iceland with stunning views
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
16Westfjords Region
From Ísafjörður, you’ll enjoy unforgettable views wherever you look as the road traces its way up and down seven breathtaking fjords!
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
17The Arctic Fox Centre
Arctic foxes roam this area, so keep a close eye out for the only native land mammal in Iceland here! If you won´t have luck, you can still meet them at Arctic Fox Center and contribute to their protection
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
18Hvítanes
Hvitanes is one of the most accessible places to spot seals in the Westfjords, so we’ll take a look at these charming creatures here
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
19Grabrok Crater
Heading south, we’ll break the return journey to Reykjavík (ETA 8-9 pm). One last stop will be by Grábrók Volcanic Craters, where you can stretch your legs and walk up the stairs to multiple viewing platforms.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
From Reykjavík to the Edge Of Europe
Westfjord Highlights
Seven Fjords, Wildlife Spotting & Viking Longhouse
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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