Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
This Diamond Circle day hits fast. You’re in Northern Iceland for one packed route, chasing big moments from steaming geothermal fields to Europe’s most forceful falls. I love the small-group 4×4 setup from Akureyri, which makes it easier to move quickly without feeling lost. I also like that you get real time at the heat-and-mud … Read more
Huskies, fjords, and quiet woods. This dog sledding tour near Akureyri pairs a smooth countryside outing with up-close time with affectionate huskies, plus that classic view-bounding feel of Iceland’s hills right by the ocean and fjord. It also has a small-group private setup (max 4), which changes the vibe fast compared with bigger tours. I … Read more
One long day, ten big Iceland moments. This Diamond Circle tour from Akureyri is a smart way to see a lesser-visited slice of the North without renting a car, because you get hotel pickup and a guided plan that keeps the long drives from feeling like wasted time. You’re set up to get straight to … Read more
Goðafoss hits you in the face, fast. This guided Goðafoss waterfall trip from Akureyri is built around the main event: a close-up view of Goðafoss and the mist you can feel on your skin, plus a guide who connects what you’re seeing to Iceland’s big turning-point story from around the year 1000. I especially like … Read more
Cuddles with huskies happen fast. This small-group visit to a kennel just outside Akureyri is built around close contact—kisses, cuddles, and photos—with the friendly husky crew led by hosts Gunni and Maria. You’ll get a warm welcome, plus plenty of time to meet the dogs up close and take pictures at your own pace. I … Read more
Fjords feel quieter from a kayak. This guided paddle in Siglufjörður takes you away from shore crowds and onto the water, where you’ll hunt for wildlife, spot jagged peaks, and watch colourful houses slide by at eye level. I especially like the gear setup—drysuits, life vests, and kayak basics are provided—so you’re not burning vacation … Read more
This short tour is a smart way to connect Akureyri’s port day with Goðafoss Waterfall and big fjord views. You’ll ride out with a live English guide, get historical context for why this waterfall matters, then enjoy time to look for the best angles and misty photo backgrounds. It’s also built for people on a … Read more
One night can change everything. This Northern Lights 4×4 Jeep/van tour from Akureyri is built around doing one simple thing well: getting you away from town lights and into the best chances for aurora on a cold, dark evening. I love the setup because you’re taken out in a 4×4 to help you reach darker … Read more
Cuddling huskies beats planning around weather. This is a private visit to a working husky kennel just outside Akureyri in North Iceland, built around up-close time with the dogs (and plenty of photos). You also get a warm, local-style welcome from the owners, plus coffee and tea while you hang out with their pack. What … Read more
Two big hits in one short loop. You get Goðafoss first, then slip into warm geothermal pools at the Forest Lagoon with Eyjafjörður Bay views. On departures run by energetic guides like Ritchie, the drive has stories that help you read what you’re seeing. I also like the pacing. You’re not stuck on the bus … Read more
Volcano power, minus the driving. This full-day group trip strings together Northern Iceland’s most eye-stopping Myvatn-area highlights with easy round-trip transfers from Akureyri. You get the waterfall, the weird crater shapes, the lava formations, a cave tied to tectonic plates, and sulphur-steam geothermal scenery—plus a guide who turns it all into stories you can actually … Read more
Seeing whales from Akureyri feels surprisingly doable. What makes this tour appealing is the practical setup: a comfortable boat with multiple viewing areas, thermal overalls to handle the wind, and free onboard Wi‑Fi so you can share the moment right away. The main drawback to plan for is that Iceland weather can change fast, and … Read more
A horse ride in Iceland can feel like a shortcut to real country. This one-hour tour in Skagafjörður gives you a small-group ride at an easy pace, with guide support and Icelandic-horse handling that works for a range of comfort levels. You’ll be moving along ridges, rivers, and rolling trails while a guide explains what … Read more
Those north Iceland roads can test you. This Lake Myvatn, Dettifoss and Godafoss day tour packs giant geology into one long, guided loop. You start in Akureyri with a hotel pickup, then you bounce between volcanic lakes, boiling ground, and waterfalls that feel like they run on pure power. I really like the tight mix … Read more
Three hours can change your winter forever. This Northern Lights photography tour from Akureyri is built around one goal: getting you far enough from town lights to see the sky do its wild, glowing thing. I love the way the guide-led hunt turns a scary-looking weather gamble into a real plan, and I also love … Read more