Akureyri and Surroundings

Coming to Akureyri, the north of Iceland will be a pleasant surprise with landscape so different from what you have experienced in the south and around the capital.

Glacial valleys

High mountains surround Eyjafjörður, Icelands's longest fjord with the town of Akureyri set right at the foot of the hills by the sea. Glacial valleys and the coastline provide good land for the many farms that are thriving here. Interesting historical sites are dotted around the area.

The town of Akureyri with a population of 17.200 is the administrative and cultural centre of northern Iceland. The university town has numerous museums, theatre, art galleries, interesting architecture and more. A walk through  the northernmost botanical garden in the summer is a must and generally the town boast of lush vegetation giving it a special atmosphere any time of the year.

Colourful houses

Autumn is particularly beautiful, when the nature starts changing colours. Colourful houses stand out as the snow covers the land during winter months. Visit to the old part of the town with its 19th-early 20th century architecture will tell you its own rich history.

On a 4-hour tour you get a glimpse into Akureyri and the surrounding countryside. If weather permits we may take a drive up to the hills above Akureyri from where on a clear day we can enjoy marvelous views over the town, the surrounding mountains, the fjord and all  the way out to the open sea.

 Icelandic country home/farm 

We visit one of the valleys of Eyjafjörður (in winter the destination may depend on weather and road conditions). Apart from enjoying the beautiful nature we will also visit a typical Icelandic country home/farm, have light refreshments and a possibility for a close look at a some of the Icelandic domestic animals.