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1 day · Akureyri itinerary

Akureyri in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day in Akureyri? Waterfalls and whales. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Goðafoss
  2. 2Mývatn
  3. 3Baths
  4. 4Whales

Morning: Goðafoss

The waterfall of the gods.

Midday: Lake Mývatn

The volcanic landscapes.

Afternoon: whales

A fjord whale tour.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Akureyri — prices per person.

Hiking with Husky in Akureyri
Akureyri
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri
5.0(71)·2 hours
from$154/ person
via Viator
Akureyri to Lake Myvatn and Nature Baths Small Group Tour
Akureyri
Akureyri to Lake Myvatn and Nature Baths Small Group Tour
5.0(20)·8 hours
from$217/ person
via Viator
Small-group Whale Watching in the Midnight Sun from Reykjavík
Reykjavik
Small-group Whale Watching in the Midnight Sun from Reykjavík
5.0(12)·2 hours
from$205/ person
via Viator
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri (private)
Akureyri
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri (private)
5.0(45)·2 hours
from$1,464/ person
via Viator
2 hours Private Horse Riding to Lake Hafravatn, Reykjavík - Mos
Reykjavik
2 hours Private Horse Riding to Lake Hafravatn, Reykjavík - Mos
5.0(48)·3 hours
from$206/ person
via Viator
Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík
−10%
Akureyri
Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík
4.9(527)·2 hours
from$146$164/ person
via Viator
Husky Petting in Akureyri (private)
Akureyri
Husky Petting in Akureyri (private)
5.0(37)·1 hour
from$944/ person
via Viator
Private Lake and River Fishing Tour from Reykjavik
Reykjavik
Private Lake and River Fishing Tour from Reykjavik
5.0(46)·8 hours
from$624/ person
via Viator

Akureyri in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see Akureyri in one day?
Yes — Goðafoss, Mývatn and a whale tour fill a day.
What is the best one-day tour?
A Mývatn and Goðafoss tour from Akureyri.
Is one day enough?
One day covers the highlights; add days for more.

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