Akureyri Solo Tour with North Iceland Highlights

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the spectacular waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and natural wonders of Lake Mývatn and North Iceland, including Goðafoss, Dimmuborgir, and Hverir.
Traveling solo? This tour is made especially for you. Unlike many tours that require a minimum number of participants, your departure is guaranteed even if you are the only guest. Explore Lake Mývatn and North Iceland in a small group of maximum 8 travelers. Visit Dettifoss or choose to relax at Earth Lagoon instead - the entrance is included in the price. No minimum group size, no uncertainty, just book and enjoy your day in North Iceland.

What's Included

Earth Lagoon (Nature Bath Myvatn) is included if selected instead of Dettifoss. No extra payment required.
food and drinks are not included

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your driver - guide will arrive in a white Renault Trafic minibus and will be wearing a blue jacket with the Viltour logo on the back. The vehicle will have a Viltour logo on a blue background displayed behind the front windshield, making it easy to identify your driver-guide at the pickup location.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Godafoss

    Discover Goðafoss, one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls, also known as the Waterfall of the Gods. Admire its powerful cascades and learn about the fascinating history behind its name. Enjoy time to take unforgettable photos.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Skutustaoagigar

    Discover the unique pseudocraters of Skútustaðagígar, located on the southern shore of Lake Mývatn. These fascinating formations were created by powerful steam explosions when hot lava flowed over wet ground. Similar formations can be found in only a few places on Earth, including Iceland and Hawaii, and even on Mars! Enjoy a short photo stop to admire this extraordinary volcanic landscape.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Lake Mývatn Viewpoint

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Dimmuborgir Lava Formations

    Walk through the extraordinary lava formations of Dimmuborgir, known as the Dark Castles. Discover dramatic volcanic rock formations and hear fascinating Icelandic legends about trolls and mythical creatures.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Grjotagja Cave

    Visit Grjótagjá, a small volcanic cave with a beautiful geothermal hot spring inside, famous as a filming location for Game of Thrones. Explore the nearby tectonic fissure, where you can symbolically stand between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates and experience Iceland's unique geology.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Namafjall Hverir

    Experience the otherworldly landscape of Hverir, one of North Iceland's most impressive geothermal areas. Discover bubbling mud pools, steaming fumaroles, and colorful mineral deposits created by powerful geothermal activity.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Dettifoss Waterfall

    Feel the incredible power of Dettifoss, one of Europe's most powerful waterfalls. Watch enormous volumes of glacial water plunge into a dramatic canyon and experience one of North Iceland's most breathtaking natural attractions. This stop is optional. Guests can choose to visit Dettifoss Waterfall or enjoy a relaxing experience at Earth Lagoon instead.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Myvatn Nature Baths (Jardbodin vid Myvatn)

    Relax in the warm, mineral-rich geothermal waters of Earth Lagoon, surrounded by the stunning volcanic landscapes of Lake Mývatn. Enjoy breathtaking views and a peaceful Icelandic bathing experience. This stop is optional and can be chosen instead of visiting Dettifoss Waterfall. Guests can choose either Earth Lagoon or Dettifoss, but not both. Admission to Earth Lagoon is included in the tour price when this option is selected.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Viltour Iceland - Private Tours

Tags

Photography Tours
Walking Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Photo Shoots
Shore Excursions
Small Group
Port Pickup

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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