The Capital of North Iceland
Akureyri is considered a city, in fact Iceland’s second largest, even though its total population is only about 18,000.
Set on the shores of one of Iceland’s most spectacular fjords, with a backdrop of countryside earth tones and greens and perennially snow-capped mountains, it is quite a sight to behold.
Weather patterns here are a bit of a puzzle—only 60 miles from the Arctic Circle, summer temperatures can soar as high as 60°F. No surprise then that a main attraction is the Botanical Gardens, where over 2,000 species of native and non-native plants flourish without benefit of a greenhouse.
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Featured Akureyri, Iceland
Shore Excursions
Leisure and Wellness#Embark on a personal mission to unwind, be it lounging on a remote beach, sailing into the sunset, or indulging in an exquisite spa treatment.
Myvatn Nature Baths
Relax in the geothermal waters of the Myvatn Natural Baths, reputed to benefit the body and spirit alike. Afterwards, visit the majestic Godafoss Waterfall.
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Sightseeing#Embark on a locally guided journey that’s ideal for first-time visitors and those seeking the premier vistas and landmarks of a destination.
Nature, Folk and Flora
Enjoy a narrated exploration that envelopes you in the natural beauty, history and folklore of Iceland, highlighted by a visit to a legendary waterfall.
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Sightseeing#Embark on a locally guided journey that’s ideal for first-time visitors and those seeking the premier vistas and landmarks of a destination.
Leisurely Akureyri and Godafoss Waterfall
Experience one of Iceland’s most majestic and important landmarks, Godafoss, before returning to explore the old and new quarters of Akureyri and its Botanical Gardens.
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