Diamond Circle Tour from Akureyri
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Availability
All Year
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DURATION
8 Hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
6 Years
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Price
ISK 24.990
Tour Highlights:
- Explore the famous Diamond Circle
- Powerful Dettifoss Waterfall
- Beautiful Goðafoss Waterfall
- Dramatic Ásbyrgi Canyon
- Geothermal landscapes at Námaskarð
- Lake Mývatn & Húsavík
- Convenient Akureyri shore excursion
Included:
- Professional guide
- Comfortable coach transportation
- Pickup and drop-off near Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal
- Chicken or vegan sandwich
- Icelandic chocolate
- Juice drink
- Free Wi-Fi on board
Diamond Circle Tour from Akureyri
Discover the highlights of North Iceland on a Diamond Circle Tour from Akureyri. This 8-hour sightseeing adventure takes you to powerful waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, deep canyons and beautiful coastal scenery.
Travel with a professional guide and explore Húsavík, Ásbyrgi Canyon, Dettifoss Waterfall, Námaskarð, Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss Waterfall.
Pickup and drop-off are included at the designated meeting point just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal, at the parking lot on the corner of Laufásgata and Gránufélagsgata. Therefore, this tour is a convenient Akureyri shore excursion for cruise passengers who want to explore the Diamond Circle in one day.
Discover the Diamond Circle
The Diamond Circle is one of Iceland’s most spectacular sightseeing routes. It connects some of the best-known natural attractions in North Iceland.
First, travel through beautiful northern landscapes towards Húsavík, a charming seaside town.
Then, continue through the Diamond Circle and discover waterfalls, canyons and volcanic scenery along the way.
Explore Húsavík & Ásbyrgi Canyon
Visit Húsavík, a picturesque fishing town on the shores of Skjálfandi Bay.
Next, travel to Ásbyrgi, an impressive horseshoe-shaped canyon surrounded by steep cliffs.
Along the way, your guide will share stories about the nature, geology and folklore of this remarkable part of Iceland.
Experience Powerful Dettifoss
Continue to Dettifoss Waterfall, one of the great natural highlights of the Diamond Circle.
Here, huge amounts of water rush through the dramatic landscape and create an unforgettable display of nature’s power.
Take time to enjoy the scenery before continuing towards the Lake Mývatn region.
Discover Námaskarð & Lake Mývatn
Next, experience the geothermal landscape of Námaskarð.
See steaming vents, bubbling mud and colourful ground shaped by geothermal activity beneath the surface.
Afterwards, stop at a Lake Mývatn viewpoint and admire the volcanic scenery around one of North Iceland’s most famous lakes.
Visit Goðafoss Waterfall
Finally, visit magnificent Goðafoss, also known as the “Waterfall of the Gods.”
Enjoy the views and learn about the history connected to this famous waterfall before travelling back towards Akureyri.
An Easy Akureyri Shore Excursion
After a full day of sightseeing, travel back to the designated meeting point just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal.
A packed lunch is included with your choice of a chicken or vegan sandwich, plus Icelandic chocolate and a juice drink.
Overall, this Diamond Circle Tour from Akureyri combines waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, coastal scenery and famous natural landmarks in one full-day adventure.
It is an excellent way for cruise passengers to experience the Diamond Circle and the natural wonders of North Iceland during their visit to Akureyri.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The tour starts and ends just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal, making it a convenient shore excursion for cruise passengers.
The tour visits Húsavík, Ásbyrgi Canyon, Dettifoss, Námaskarð, Lake Mývatn and Goðafoss Waterfall.
The tour takes approximately 8 hours and covers many of North Iceland’s best-known natural attractions.
Yes. A packed lunch includes your choice of a chicken or vegan sandwich, Icelandic chocolate and a juice drink.
The meeting point is at the parking lot on the corner of Laufásgata and Gránufélagsgata, just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal
Important Information
- Duration: Approximately 8 hours
- Difficulty: Easy
- Minimum age: 2 years
- The tour starts and ends at the designated meeting point just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal
- The meeting point is at the parking lot on the corner of Laufásgata and Gránufélagsgata
- Pickup and drop-off at this location are included
- The tour starts at the same time as pickup
- A packed lunch is included with a choice of a chicken or vegan sandwich, plus Icelandic chocolate and a juice drink
- The tour includes outdoor walking and stops on uneven terrain
- Weather in North Iceland can change quickly, so dress in warm, waterproof and windproof clothing
- Good, sturdy walking shoes are recommended
What to Bring
- Warm outdoor clothing
- Waterproof and windproof jacket
- Good, sturdy walking shoes
- Hat and gloves
- Camera or phone
Cancellation Policy
- 100% cancellation fee if cancelled 1 day or less before departure
Departure from Akureyri
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal, at the parking lot on the corner of Laufásgata and Gránufélagsgata.
Then, board your comfortable coach and begin your Diamond Circle adventure through North Iceland.
Húsavík
First, travel towards Húsavík, a charming seaside town on the shores of Skjálfandi Bay.
Enjoy the coastal scenery before continuing deeper into the Diamond Circle.
Ásbyrgi Canyon
Next, visit Ásbyrgi, an impressive horseshoe-shaped canyon surrounded by steep cliffs.
Take in the dramatic landscape while your guide shares more about the nature, geology and stories connected to this unique area.
Dettifoss Waterfall
Continue to mighty Dettifoss, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Iceland.
Experience the incredible force of the water and enjoy time to admire the rugged landscape around the waterfall.
Námaskarð Geothermal Area
Next, discover the geothermal landscape of Námaskarð.
See bubbling mud pools, steaming vents and colourful ground as you explore this unusual volcanic area near Lake Mývatn.
Lake Mývatn
Continue to a Lake Mývatn viewpoint and enjoy views across the lake and surrounding volcanic landscape.
The Mývatn region is one of North Iceland’s most distinctive areas, shaped by centuries of volcanic and geothermal activity.
Goðafoss Waterfall
Finally, visit beautiful Goðafoss Waterfall, also known as the “Waterfall of the Gods.”
Enjoy time to admire and photograph the waterfall before beginning the journey back to Akureyri.
Return to Akureyri Cruise Port
After exploring the Diamond Circle, travel back to Akureyri.
The tour ends at the same designated meeting point just outside Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal after approximately 8 hours.
Please meet the tour at Akureyri Harbor Cruise Terminal – Visitor Centre
