Description
Summary
Description
See the basalt columns of Studlagil Canyon and the tall cascade of Rjukandi Waterfall on this private tour from the cruise port in Seydisfjordur. The shore excursion suits cruise passengers, families, and photographers who want to see East Iceland at their own pace.
On this 7-hour private tour, the vehicle and your English-speaking guide are yours alone, so you set the pace for the day.
Your guide meets you at the cruise port in Seydisfjordur, a town surrounded by steep fjord walls. From there, you travel through the landscapes of East Iceland, past mountains, streams, and lava fields, while your guide tells you about the history and geology of the region.
The main sight of the day is Studlagil Canyon, known for its basalt columns. Tall hexagonal columns rise around a glacial river that glows blue-green in summer, and you have plenty of time to take photos.
Studlagil Canyon stayed hidden until recently. The Karahnjukar Hydropower Plant upstream reduced the flow of the glacial Jokla River, lowering the water by several meters and revealing basalt columns that had long been underwater.
In recent years, the canyon has become one of the best-known sights in East Iceland.
Next, you continue to Rjukandi Waterfall in Jokuldalur Valley, which falls down a rugged, moss-covered cliff.
Throughout the day, you can stop for photos whenever something catches your eye. The tour also includes a break at a local restaurant or cafe, with food and drinks at your own expense.
On the way back to the coast, you stop at Gufufoss Waterfall, in a quiet valley just outside Seydisfjordur. Your guide keeps an eye on the schedule and returns you to the ship at least 30 minutes before it departs.
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