Akureyri til Myvatn-søen og naturbad i små grupper
Beskrivelse
Dette er en lille gruppeoplevelse designet til komfort, fleksibilitet og en mere personlig forbindelse med Nordisland. I modsætning til store busture, rejser vi i et afslappet tempo, med tid til fotos, korte gåture og spontane stop afhængigt af forholdene. Med en lokal guide og chauffør oplever du ikke kun de vigtigste højdepunkter, men også stemningen og historierne, der gør denne region virkelig speciel. Turen er omhyggeligt planlagt for at sikre en glat dag og rettidig tilbagevenden for krydstogt passagerer.
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Goðafoss, "Gudernes Vandfald", er en af de mest betagende vandfald på Island og et sandt højdepunkt i Norden. Dens brede, hesteskoform og kraftfulde flow skaber et uforglemmeligt første indtryk. Ifølge legenden, er det her lovgiver Þorgeir kastede hedenske idoler i vandfaldet efter Island vedtog kristendommen for over 1.000 år siden. Vandet strømmer fra Vatnajökull, Islands største gletscher, og afhængigt af lyset skifter det fra dybblå til mælkeagtige gletschertoner. På solrige dage, en smuk regnbue ofte vises over faldene. Det er et sted, der føles både kraftfuldt og fredeligt på samme tid - perfekt til uforglemmelige billeder og et øjeblik for simpelthen at tage det hele ind.
Et virkelig unikt sted på global skala - pseudokrater som disse findes kun på få steder i verden: her i Nordisland, i Hawaii, og endda på Mars. De blev dannet, når varm lava flød ind i søen og fangede vand under overfladen. Da vandet hurtigt blev til damp, opbyggede trykket sig, indtil det eksploderede gennem jorden, hvilket skabte disse perfekt formet kraterlignende formationer. I modsætning til virkelige vulkanske kratere blev de ikke dannet af et udbrud nedefra, men af kraftige dampeksplosioner - hvilket gør dem til et sjældent og fascinerende geologisk fænomen. I dag føles dette område roligt og næsten surrealistisk, med vidt åben udsigt over Mývatn-søen. Det er det perfekte sted for en kort gåtur, at tage i landskabet, og at opleve et roligt øjeblik i en af Islands mest usædvanlige miljøer.
Dimmuborgir, kendt som "Den mørke fæstning", er et af de mest magiske og mystiske steder på Island. Dette store lavafelt er fyldt med dramatiske rockformationer, der føles næsten urealistiske - dels eventyr, dels andetverdenslandskab. Ifølge islandske legender er dette hjemsted for trolle og de berømte Yule Lads - uhyggelige julefigurer dybt forankret i lokal folklore. Når du går gennem området, begynder landskabet at lege med din fantasi. Du kan begynde at se former i stenene - troll ansigter, væsener, dyr eller skjulte figurer - hver formation fortæller sin egen tavse historie. Det er et sted, der inviterer dig til at bremse ned, udforske og kigge nærmere. Et roligt, næsten magisk miljø, hvor kreativitet vågner og hvert skridt afslører noget nyt.
Grjótagjá er en lille lava grotte, der skjuler en af de mest uventede seværdigheder i Nordisland - og at træde ind er en oplevelse i sig selv. Fra ydersiden ser det enkelt og let at gå glip af. Men når du kommer ind, opdager du en smal hule fyldt med intens blå, dampende geotermisk vand, der kontrasterer smukt med den mørke vulkanske sten. Farverne føles næsten urealistiske. Lige udenfor hulen åbner landskabet sig for at afsløre synlige tektoniske revner - et sted, hvor du kan stå mellem de nordamerikanske og eurasiske plader og se Jorden langsomt trække sig fra hinanden. Det er et kort stop, men en, der føles overraskende kraftfuld - et skjult sted, der forbliver i dit hukommelse længe efter turen slutter.
Hverir er et af de mest rå og udadvendte steder i Nordisland - et landskab, der føles tættere på en anden planet end noget kendt. Sammenlignet med Mars er det ofte et af de mest visuelt imponerende stop på turen. Jorden er levende. Damp stiger op fra jorden, ventiler visker, og tykke mudderbobler i nuancer af gul, brun og dyb rød. Farverne er intense, teksturerne skifter konstant, og hele området føles som om det stadig skabes under dine fødder. Dette er et sted, der engagerer alle dine sanser - du kan se, høre og endda føle jordens energi. Den stærke lugt af svovl er en del af oplevelsen, en påmindelse om, at dette ikke kun er et landskab, men et aktivt geotermisk område. Det er vildt, kraftfuldt og uforglemmeligt - et sandt glimt af de kræfter, der former Island.
Jordlagunen (Mývatn Nature Baths) er mere end blot et geotermisk bad - det er et øjeblik, hvor du virkelig føler Island. Vandet kommer fra dybt under jorden, omkring 2,5 kilometer under overfladen, og er rigt på mineraler kendt for deres beroligende og restaurerende virkninger på krop og hud. Den mælkeblå farve skaber en slående kontrast til det rå, åbne landskab i Nordisland. Når du træder ind i det varme vand, omgivet af stigende damp og stille rum, langsommer alt. Stilleheden, varmen og den store omgivelser skaber en følelse, der både er beroligende og dybt jordet. Mange mennesker forlader følelsen lettere, roligere, og nogle gange endda lidt fornyet. Det er den perfekte måde at afslutte dagen på - ikke ved at gøre mere, men ved blot at være til stede i øjeblikket.
På vej tilbage til Akureyri kan du slappe af og nyde Nordislands stadigt skiftende landskaber - brede åbne rum, rolige dale og følelsen af at være langt fra alt.
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We actually did not get to do this particular tour as Viator double booked our tour guide with two different groups on two different tours on the same day. We opted to join her other group on the Diamond Circle Tour and are so glad we did. First stop was Gooafoss, a beautiful waterfall similar to Niagara Falls. Next stop was a quick stop at a quaint harbour town. Then, my favorite, a viewpoint where we saw hundreds of puffins. Next stop was Iceland’s only natural forest where we took a short hike to a beautiful canyon and lake. Then it was on to Dettifoss, one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. Our last stop was at the Hverir Geothermal Area where We felt like we were on Mars! We saw so much in one day, we even had a few extra stops including one at the tetonic plates. Small group tours are so much better than big bus tours. Besides being able to see more, they can be personalized a bit. And Joanna, with Viltour Tours, was a fantastic guide. She truly cared that each of her customers was satisfied with everything! If you are in Akureyri, I would definitely recommend booking a tour with her!!
Joanna was very timely and professional. She met our ship as soon as we docked and promptly put us in a comfortable van for our of five. She spent the next six or seven hours showing us the area and explaining northern Iceland's natural wonders. I would highly recommend tour.
Joanna was a wonderful guide. She made our day trip and tour enjoyable, and gave interesting info, thoughts, and tidbits about life and history in this amazing part of Iceland. The stops were beautiful and we loved seeing the ever changing landscape of Akureyri.
What an amazing, unforgettable day! Thanks to Joanna! She is a professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and caring tour guide! I highly recommend her! Do not hesitate to book a tour with her in Iceland, you won’t regret it. Thank you/grazie Joanna :-)
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review! ❤️ It was truly a pleasure to spend the day with you, and I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Thank you for your trust and for all the nice conversations and smiles throughout the day. I wish you many more wonderful travels and beautiful memories. Hopefully our paths will cross again one day in Iceland!🤗
We had a wonderful day! Joanna is wonderful! She explains well, she takes her time and she answers all our questions. She is very quiet, friendly. We were a group of 7 people (older people and children) and everyone loved their experience!
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words. It truly means a lot to me. I am very happy that you and your family enjoyed the day together and had a great experience in North Iceland 😊 It was a pleasure to spend this time with you. Hope to see you again one day in Iceland! Warm wishes, Joanna | Viltour
The trip to Mývatn was an amazing experience! Our guide Joanna was excellent – very knowledgeable, professional, and truly engaged. She shared interesting insights about Iceland in a way that was easy to follow and made the whole journey even more enjoyable. On top of that, the atmosphere was great – relaxed, friendly, and fun. Everything was well organized, and we could fully enjoy the beautiful scenery. I would definitely recommend this tour and Joanna as a guide!
Dear Diana, Thank you so much for this beautiful review and for your kind words. It means a lot to me. I am very happy that you enjoyed the tour and your time in North Iceland. It was a pleasure to show you this beautiful part of Iceland. Hope to see you again one day! Warm wishes, Joanna / Viltour
This was an absolutely fantastic tour! Everything was perfectly organized, and the places we visited – Mývatn, Goðafoss, Grotagja, Nature Baths and Dimmuborgir – were truly breathtaking. The highlight, however, was our guide Joanna – incredibly knowledgeable, passionate, and full of positive energy. She made every stop engaging and interesting, while also ensuring everyone felt comfortable and relaxed throughout the day. The experience was so amazing that I decided to come back again in winter to join another tour and hopefully see the Northern Lights! Thanks to such a wonderful guide, this trip became truly unforgettable – highly recommended!
Dear Magdalena, Thank you so much for this beautiful review and for your kind words. It means a lot to me. I am very happy that you enjoyed the tour and your time in North Iceland. It was a pleasure to show you this beautiful part of Iceland. Hope to see you again one day! Warm wishes, Joanna / Viltour
I had the pleasure to experience a private tour of Northern Iceland with Joanna from Viltour – and it was just fantastic! Joanna is incredibly competent, friendly and showed us places with her insider tips that you can not find in the guidebook. Her positive nature and constant smile made the whole tour even more enjoyable – just really good vibes from start to finish. The car was very comfortable and the route perfectly chosen – with breathtaking views that we won’t soon forget. I can absolutely recommend Joanna and her tours – a real highlight of our Iceland trip!
Dear Karo, Thank you so much for this beautiful review and for your kind words. It means a lot to me. I am very happy that you enjoyed the tour and your time in North Iceland. It was a pleasure to show you this beautiful part of Iceland. Hope to see you again one day! Warm wishes, Joanna / Viltour
Our family had a truly fantastic experience with Joanna. She made the entire day feel effortless, warm, and genuinely well taken care of. From her deep local knowledge and perfect pacing to helping us capture beautiful photos and adding thoughtful touches along the way, everything felt personal, relaxed, and exceptionally well organized. What truly sets Joanna apart, however, is her professionalism and care in unexpected situations. During one of our mountain hikes, my mother unfortunately injured her leg. Joanna immediately took control of the situation — she acted quickly, called for emergency assistance without hesitation, and even physically supported and carried my mother when needed. Her calmness, strength, and genuine compassion helped us navigate a very stressful moment with confidence. Thanks to Joanna, what could have been a difficult experience turned into a powerful reminder of how much a great guide can truly make a difference. We are incredibly grateful and would highly recommend her to anyone looking not just for a tour, but for someone who truly cares about their guests. Best regards, From Dmitry and all our Family
Dear Dmitry, thank you so much for your beautiful review and kind words. It truly means a lot to me. I hope your mother is feeling much better now and fully recovered. It was a pleasure to meet your family and spend this time together. Wishing you all the very best and hope to see you again in Iceland one day. Warm wishes.
An unforgettable trip to the wonderful Iceland with a great tour guide! I went to m first trip to Akureyri in the North of Iceland to see Aurora Borealis at the end of November - beginning of December 2025. No much luck there, I mean I saw the Northern lights but not as spectacular as I expected. Iceland is a fairy land with open spaces, clean air, beautiful landscapes, and adding to that an amazing tour guide like Joanna the trip is just unforgettable. Joanna is positive energetic knowledgeable and friendly and she is brightening everybody’s day. She showed me the stunning Godafoss (Waterfall of the Gods), almost all the key volcano sites in the Lake Mývatn area (at that time the blue lake was frozen), I visited the Christmas village, and of course the sightseeing travelling everywhere was just breathtaking. She is a great driver even with the snow and the ice on the roads and the winds I always felt safe and secure and she was stopping at every spot where she knows the pictures taken and video records show the best of this amazing land. She knows so much about history culture and beauty of the country and she always allows her tourists to enjoy the experience in various spots by themselves. The sky was changing all the time but the colours of the clouds and the sky with sometimes the sun coming out for a brief moment are just incredible. For me the most unexpected experience were the baths. Never in my life I wouldn’t have believed that I will immerse myself outdoors at -15℃ with snow and ice, in geothermal infinity pools with fjord views at Forest Lagoon, or Mývatn Nature Baths with mineral-rich, milky-blue waters, and natural steam baths. A unique experience! I will definitely go back to Akureyri and I whole heartily recommend Joanna as a tour guide if you want the best trip ever.
Dear Claudia, Thank you so much for this beautiful review and for your kind words. It means a lot to me. I am very happy that you enjoyed the tour and your time in North Iceland. It was a pleasure to show you this beautiful part of Iceland. Hope to see you again one day! Warm wishes.
