Private Goðafoss Waterfall & Geothermal Baths tour
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4 hours (approx.)
Private Tour
Overview
Your private tour starts in Akureyri and continues north, along the coastline, to Laufás Turf Houses and Museum. Here you will experience the Icelandic cultural heritage of the past and get insights into the life of Icelanders from a time not so long ago. You will also see the unique herringbone pattern of the turf bricks.
Enjoying your comfortable transportation your expert guide will narrate and point out highlights throughout your tour and of course allowing for the best photo opportunities!
After visiting Laufás Turf Houses and Museum, continue your drive to the mighty Goðafoss Waterfall, where there will be rich opportunities to capture the power of the Skjálfandafljót glacier river. Goðafoss translates to the waterfall of the gods, which is a fitting name.
The last stop on the way back to Akureyri is the Forrest Lagoon, this is a heated by natural geothermal water sourced from the mountains. You will have time to experience the waters, after all the natural water is said to have healing powers!
Your tour will capture the best of the Arctic to maximize your time ashore however this is fully customized to met your needs and fit around your ships arrival and departure times.
During your tour you will enjoy a break for refreshments at a restaurant or café and your tour ends at the cruise port or accommodation.
What's Included
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Roundtrip private transportation
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English speaking guide
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Fully guided tour with a local expert
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Goðafoss Waterfall
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Laufás Turf Houses and Museum (admission included)
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Eyjafjörður fjord
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Forest Lagoon Geothermal Bath (admission included)
Considerations
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Snacks and beverages.
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Due to weather and/or road conditions we might have to alter the itinerary, have a longer journey time or cancel the tour.
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Bring cash for any additional purchases on the day.
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Gratuities/Tips are not included in the tour, if you would like to give a gratuity/tip please bring cash.
Special Instructions
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Local currency is Icelandic Krona (ISK).
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Dress for the weather, wear warm layers and comfortable walking shoes.
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Bring your swimwear and a towel (can be rented) to experience the Geothermal baths.
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Bring your water bottle and bring binoculars if you have them.
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Bring your fully charged camera, to capture wonderful memories on the day.
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You will return at least 30 minutes before your cruise ship departure time.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point at cruise port.
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