Description
Summary
Description
Explore North Iceland’s iconic Godafoss Waterfall and historic turf houses on this 5.5-hour shore excursion from Akureyri Port. Designed with cruise passengers in mind, this tour offers fjord scenery, local stories, expert guidance, and smooth round-trip transfers straight from the port.
This guided tour is ideal for cruise passengers who want to see iconic North Iceland sights while enjoying comfort and convenience. Everything is arranged in advance, allowing you to focus on the experience rather than logistics.
Your journey begins directly at the Akureyri Port, where an English-speaking guide welcomes you aboard a comfortable vehicle. Travel along the Eyjafjordur Fjord, with snowcapped mountains, calm waters, and traditional Icelandic farms lining the scenic route.
Your guide shares stories about daily life in the region and Viking history, helping each stop feel more meaningful than a brief sightseeing visit.
The first major stop is the Grenjadastadur Turf House Museum, built in 1865. Walking along preserved turf houses, you see how Icelandic families once lived in the past centuries. Grass-covered roofs, thick stone walls, and low wooden ceilings show how they endured the long northern winters.
From the turf houses, the journey leads toward one of Iceland’s most celebrated landmarks. As the landscape opens, anticipation builds before arriving at Godafoss Waterfall, where mist rises from powerful cascades fed by the Skjalfandafljot Glacial River.
Standing near Godafoss is a full sensory experience. Hear the roar of rushing water, feel cool spray on your face, and watch the waterfall curve in a wide horseshoe. Well-maintained paths make it easy to walk close for photography and soaking in the beauty of the falls.
As you explore, your guide shares the fascinating story behind Godafoss and its role in Iceland’s conversion to Christianity. Learn how a chieftain cast Norse pagan idols into the falls, giving Godafoss its name.
On the return toward Akureyri, you can opt to be dropped off at the Forest Lagoon, a rare chance to soak in geothermal waters after sightseeing. Set in a birch forest overlooking the fjord, it adds a relaxing finish that sets this shore excursion apart.
The optional visit includes access to warm geothermal pools, a cold plunge, a sauna, and a swim-up bar. Entry is not included, so bring a swimsuit if you wish to enjoy the baths.
Join this North Iceland shore excursion from Akureyri Port to enjoy Godafoss Waterfall, turf houses, and optional geothermal baths without the stress of planning. Check availability now by choosing a date.
